Usage and Abusage A Guide to Good English
Usage and Abusage: A Guide to Good English by Eric Partridge is a comprehensive resource published by Penguin in 1999. This third edition spans 400 pages and is presented in English. The book examines the frequent misuse of the English language, addressing issues such as grammar, clarity of expression, and vocabulary choices.
Readers will find a detailed exploration of common language pitfalls alongside constructive advice for proper English usage. The text focuses on identifying problems and offering solutions, making it a valuable reference for anyone interested in improving their command of the language. With its emphasis on language arts and disciplines, this guide serves as an essential tool for those seeking to enhance their writing and communication skills.
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This classic work, now in its third edition, takes a long, hard look at the use – and constant misuse – of English. Declaring war on bad grammar, woolliness of expression and poor choice of vocabulary, Usage and Abusagesets out both to highlight problems and pitfalls and to offer constructive advice on the proper use of English.
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