Robert Frost's All for Strings is just about the most comprehensive beginning string method available. The series of three books cover every aspect of playing and musicianship, from positioning and technique to music reading and theory. Everything is explained clearly and illustrated with copious photos and illustrations, such that not only is this a popular method among teachers and school orchestra programs, but it's one of the most recommended teach-yourself methods. Beyond this, All for Strings boasts an impressive collection of supplemental collections, such as Primo Performance and All for Strings Theory Workbook.