How To Speak And Write Correctly

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2013-03-06
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781447489658

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This antiquarian volume contains a comprehensive guide to speaking and writing correctly, with information on grammar, sentence structure, writing letters, common pitfalls, comments on famous pieces of literature and their authors, and much more. Written in simple, clear language and full of helpful tips and hints, this text will be of considerable utility to those with a keen interest in linguistics, and it would make for a worthy addition to any personal library. The chapters of this book include: Essentials of English Grammar, The Sentence, Figurative Language, Punctuation, Letter Writing, Errors, Pitfalls to Avoid, Style, Suggestions, Slang, Writing for Newspapers, Choice of Words, English Language, and Masters and Masterpieces of Literature. We are republishing this vintage book now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a new prefatory biography of the author.

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 99 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547028802

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin Pdf

This is a useful and practical guide book for English learners. This book is highly technical and full of invaluable information on the grammar of the English language, which is full of invaluable ideas on how to help the readers to be very well placed to communicate in English both written and the spoken word.

Author : C. E. M. Joad
Publisher : READ BOOKS
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2008-10
Category : Education
ISBN : 144371884X

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How to Write, Think and Speak Correctly by C. E. M. Joad Pdf

INTRODUCTORY - The man who said that language was given to us to conceal our thoughts was a diplomat and a cynic. Admicdly, diplomatists, politicians and propagandists find it expedient to put vvhat they have to say in language which can be interpreted in different ways and there are occasions when most of us ordinary Folk are glad to take advantage of the opportunity language gives us to disguise our true feelings or intentions. But if this were the sole object of language, or if we were to use it with this object habitually, the confusion of Babel would be worse confounded, and ordinary human relations would soon be reduced to complete chaos, until a nore reliable form of oral and written comnunication was devised. No, the cynical diplomat I referred to just now was not really in earnest in fact, he was only drawing attention to an accidental or acccidental defect in an instrument which has been devised and orged by the labour of generations to enable people to understand me another. Language indeed is the best instrument for intelligible communication we possess. It is not perfect by any means it has ts defects and it has its drawbacks. Its drawbacks are naturally inherent in the spoken and written word we may not be able to remove thern, but we can do our best to neutralize them. But its iefects and shortcomings we can all help to remove. We can each of us in our own humble way help to improve and perfect language, with the object of making it a fuller, clearer and more rational means of reaching mutual understanding.

Author : Joseph Devlin,James Zimmerhoff
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1974171736

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin,James Zimmerhoff Pdf

n the preparation of this little work the writer has kept one end in view, viz.: To make it serviceable for those for whom it is intended, that is, for those who have neither the time nor the opportunity, the learning nor the inclination, to peruse elaborate and abstruse treatises on Rhetoric, Grammar, and Composition. To them such works are as gold enclosed in chests of steel and locked beyond power of opening. This book has no pretension about it whatever, - it is neither a Manual of Rhetoric, expatiating on the dogmas of style, nor a Grammar full of arbitrary rules and exceptions. It is merely an effort to help ordinary, everyday people to express themselves in ordinary, everyday language, in a proper manner. Some broad rules are laid down, the observance of which will enable the reader to keep within the pale of propriety in oral and written language. Many idiomatic words and expressions, peculiar to the language, have been given, besides which a number of the common mistakes and pitfalls have been placed before the reader so that he may know and avoid them. The writer has to acknowledge his indebtedness to no one in particular, but to all in general who have ever written on the subject. The little book goes forth - a finger-post on the road of language pointing in the right direction. It is hoped that they who go according to its index will arrive at the goal of correct speaking and writing.

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : Full Moon Publications
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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How to Speak and Write Correctly (illustrated) by Joseph Devlin Pdf

A book on improving eloquence, proficiency and grammar in everyday communication. ‘How to Speak and Write Correctly’ is not a manual of the styles to use in speaking and writing, nor is it a manual for grammar. It is a simple, useful book for helping ordinary people in effective communication. It lays down and explains broad rules of communication, further giving useful tips for effective communication. The book also lists common mistakes in communication and offers suggestions on how best to avoid them. Joseph Devlin, also known as Joe Devlin, (13 February 1871 – 18 January 1934) was an Irish journalist and influential nationalist politician. He was a member of parliament (MP) for the Irish Parliamentary Party in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and later a Nationalist Party MP in the Parliament of Northern Ireland.

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1522970452

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How to Speak and Write Correctly (Illustrated) by Joseph Devlin Pdf

A book on improving eloquence, proficiency and grammar in everyday communication. 'How to Speak and Write Correctly' is not a manual of the styles to use in speaking and writing, nor is it a manual for grammar. It is a simple, useful book for helping ordinary people in effective communication. It lays down and explains broad rules of communication, further giving useful tips for effective communication. The book also lists common mistakes in communication and offers suggestions on how best to avoid them. Joseph Devlin, also known as Joe Devlin, (13 February 1871 - 18 January 1934) was an Irish journalist and influential nationalist politician. He was a member of parliament (MP) for the Irish Parliamentary Party in the House of Commons of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, and later a Nationalist Party MP in the Parliament of Northern Ireland.

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : IndyPublish.com
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2008-10-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1437855229

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin Pdf

The classic text on how to speak and write English 'correctly.' *** "In the preparation of this little work the writer has kept one end in view, viz.: To make it serviceable for those for whom it is intended, that is, for those who have neither the time nor the opportunity, the learning nor the inclination, to peruse elaborate and abstruse treatises on Rhetoric, Grammar, and Composition. To them such works are as gold enclosed in chests of steel and locked beyond power of opening. This book has no pretension about it whatever, -it is neither a Manual of Rhetoric, expatiating on the dogmas of style, nor a Grammar full of arbitrary rules and exceptions. It is merely an effort to help ordinary, everyday people to express themselves in ordinary, everyday language, in a proper manner."

Author : Lester Kaufman,Jane Straus
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-04-16
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781119652847

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The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation by Lester Kaufman,Jane Straus Pdf

The bestselling workbook and grammar guide, revised and updated! Hailed as one of the best books around for teaching grammar, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation includes easy-to-understand rules, abundant examples, dozens of reproducible quizzes, and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar to middle and high schoolers, college students, ESL students, homeschoolers, and more. This concise, entertaining workbook makes learning English grammar and usage simple and fun. This updated 12th edition reflects the latest updates to English usage and grammar, and includes answers to all reproducible quizzes to facilitate self-assessment and learning. Clear and concise, with easy-to-follow explanations, offering "just the facts" on English grammar, punctuation, and usage Fully updated to reflect the latest rules, along with even more quizzes and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar Ideal for students from seventh grade through adulthood in the US and abroad For anyone who wants to understand the major rules and subtle guidelines of English grammar and usage, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation offers comprehensive, straightforward instruction.

Author : Jospeh Devlin
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1983537624

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Jospeh Devlin Pdf

A book on improving eloquence, proficiency and grammar in everyday communication. 'How to Speak and Write Correctly' is not a manual of the styles to use in speaking and writing, nor is it a manual for grammar. It is a simple, useful book for helping ordinary people in effective communication. It lays down and explains broad rules of communication, further giving useful tips for effective communication. The book also lists common mistakes in communication and offers suggestions on how best to avoid them.

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798673840214

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin Pdf

It is very easy to learn how to speak and write correctly, as for all purposes of ordinary conversation and communication, only about 2,000 different words are required. The mastery of just twenty hundred words, the knowing where to place them, will make us not masters of the English language, but masters of correct speaking and writing. Small number, you will say, compared with what is in the dictionary! But nobody ever uses all the words in the dictionary or could use them did he live to be the age of Methuselah, and there is no necessity for using them.There are upwards of 200,000 words in the recent editions of the large dictionaries, but the one-hundredth part of this number will suffice for all your wants. Of course you may think not, and you may not be content to call things by their common names; you may be ambitious to show superiority over others and display your learning or, rather, your pedantry and lack of learning. For instance, you may not want to call a spade a spade. You may prefer to call it a spatulous device for abrading the surface of the soil. Better, however, to stick to the old familiar, simple name that your grandfather called it. It has stood the test of time, and old friends are always good friends.

Author : Joseph Devlin Vivian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1320808662

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Author : Joseph Devlin Vivian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-13
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1320808719

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How to Speak and Write Correctly: Study Guide (English Only) by Joseph Devlin Vivian Pdf

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1977769977

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin by Joseph Devlin Pdf

This is a 1910 guide for those who wish to learn how to correctly (though maybe not "properly") create sentences, use figures of speech, write letters, and more, all while choosing the right words and doing it with style. Joseph Devlin's words may not all be relevant still today, but at least it sounds

Author : Joseph Devlin
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2015-08-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1516808533

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How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin Pdf

How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin, M.A. - Edited by Theodore Waters - In the preparation of this little work the writer has kept one end in view, viz.: To make it serviceable for those for whom it is intended, that is, for those who have neither the time nor the opportunity, the learning nor the inclination, to peruse elaborate and abstruse treatises on Rhetoric, Grammar, and Composition. To them such works are as gold enclosed in chests of steel and locked beyond power of opening. This book has no pretension about it whatever, -it is neither a Manual of Rhetoric, expatiating on the dogmas of style, nor a Grammar full of arbitrary rules and exceptions. It is merely an effort to help ordinary, everyday people to express themselves in ordinary, everyday language, in a proper manner. Some broad rules are laid down, the observance of which will enable the reader to keep within the pale of propriety in oral and written language. Many idiomatic words and expressions, peculiar to the language, have been given, besides which a number of the common mistakes and pitfalls have been placed before the reader so that he may know and avoid them. The writer has to acknowledge his indebtedness to no one in particular, but to all in general who have ever written on the subject. The little book goes forth-a finger-post on the road of language pointing in the right direction. It is hoped that they who go according to its index will arrive at the goal of correct speaking and writing.

Author : Joseph Devlin Vivian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015-04-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1320813151

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How to Speak and Write Correctly: Study Guide (English + French) by Joseph Devlin Vivian Pdf