TITLE:
The Little, Brown Handbook
First Canadian Edition
AUTHOR:
H. Ramsey Fowler
Jane E. Aaron
Deane E.D. Downey
Barbara H. Pell
ISBN-10:
0006380417 / 0771557566
ISBN-13:
9780006380412
BINDING:
Softcover
PUBLISHED BY:
Gage Educational Publishing Company
PAGES:
773
CONDITION:
In good condition
PRICE:
$30
BOOK DESCRIPTION:
The Little, Brown Handbook describes and recommends the conventions of standard written English - the written language common to business and the professions. Written English is more conservative than spoken English in matters of grammar and usage, and a great many words, phrases, and constructions that are widely spoken remain unaccepted in careful writing.
When clear distinctions exist between the language of conversation and that of careful writing, the handbook provides examples of each and labels them spoken and written. When usage in writing itself varies with the level of formality intended, the handbook labels examples formal and informal. When usage is mixed or currently changing, the handbook recommends that you choose the more conservative usage because it will be acceptable to all readers.
If you follow the guidelines discussed in this handbook, your writing will be clearer and more demanding of serious attention than it might otherwise have been. Remember, however, that adhering to established conventions is but a means to the real achievement and reward of writing communicating your message effectively.
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