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Title
Pocket guide to English usage - a guide to good English : abusus non tollit usum
Pocket guide to English usage - a guide to good English : abusus non tollit usum
Author
Eric Partridge
Eric Partridge
format
Paperback / softback
Paperback / softback
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Penguin Books Ltd
Language
English
English
UK Publication Date
20010726
20010726
Description
Points out common errors in the way we write and shows us how to correct them. Gives many examples of linguistic abuse, showing how and where to avoid it Provides definitions of terms such as ambiguity, irony, metaphor and jargon Explains complexgrammatical terms such as disguised conjunctions and fused participles Demonstrates how to use punctuation and grammar to ensure clarity
Offers constructive advice on the proper use of English
Offers constructive advice on the proper use of English
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