This book is to help writers, editors, and speakers use language effectively. It contains nearly 2,000 quotations from published sources. Most are from newspapers, but many are from books and scholarly journals. There are two types of entries: (1) Word entries, which discuss a particular word or set of words, and (2) essay entries, which address larger questions of usage and style. A reference for the essay entries is listed in the beginning, followed by a list of abbreviations and a pronunciation guide. Pb, 360 pgs. ~Amber
Oxford Dictionary of American Usage and Style
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013856
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9780195135084
Grade 7-AD
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- 2,000 illustrative quotations from published sources
- Essential reference for speaking and writing effectively
- Guidance on hundreds of questions about grammar, usage, punctuation, and spelling
- Practical language guidance
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Publisher's Description of Oxford Dictionary of American Usage and Style
What is the singular of 'paparazzi'? Is 'graffiti' singular or plural? Should I say 'empathic' or 'empathetic'? What is the correct pronunciation of 'concierge'?
In this book of crisp, precise and often witty pronouncements on modern American English, Bryan Garner decisively answers these and hundreds of other questions that bedevil those who care about the language. Garner draws on a host of evidence to support his judgements, citing thousands of examples - good, bad, and ugly - from sources such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Newsweek.
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| Product Format: | Paperback Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 7-AD |
| Brand: | Berkley Publishing Group |
| ISBN: | 9780195135084 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.5625 |
| Width in Inches: | 5.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1 |
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