Modern English Usage
Modern English Usage

Modern English Usage

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Author: H.W. Fowler
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1965

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: General wear on external hard cover and browning of pages

A foundational work in English language reference, H. W. Fowler's A Dictionary Of Modern English Usage offers incisive guidance on grammar, style, and vocabulary. This classic text meticulously details common pitfalls and nuances of written and spoken English, presenting a prescriptive yet often humorous approach to linguistic correctness. Fowler's authoritative voice instructs readers on achieving clarity and precision, making it an indispensable resource for writers, editors, and anyone passionate about the intricacies of the English tongue. It chronicles the evolution of usage, illustrating the principles that underpin effective communication.

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Description

Author: H.W. Fowler
Binding: Hardback
Published: Oxford University Press, 1965

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: General wear on external hard cover and browning of pages

A foundational work in English language reference, H. W. Fowler's A Dictionary Of Modern English Usage offers incisive guidance on grammar, style, and vocabulary. This classic text meticulously details common pitfalls and nuances of written and spoken English, presenting a prescriptive yet often humorous approach to linguistic correctness. Fowler's authoritative voice instructs readers on achieving clarity and precision, making it an indispensable resource for writers, editors, and anyone passionate about the intricacies of the English tongue. It chronicles the evolution of usage, illustrating the principles that underpin effective communication.