- Paperback: 180 pages
- Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 3rd edition (July 1 1997)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0812098153
- ISBN-13: 978-0812098150
- Product Dimensions: 18.6 x 11.5 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 181 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #2,234,452 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Good writing is based on sound, logical thinking. That is the approach taken in this concise, comprehensive guide to the principles of good grammar and standard English word usage. A practical analysis of the parts of speech demonstrates how they work together in a correctly constructed sentence. There is also an instructive review of commonly made errors and how to correct them.
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BARRON’S
POCKET GUIDE
TO
CORRECT GRAMMAR
Fourth Edition
Here’s a handy desk reference for home, office, and classroom. Correct grammar is more than a set of conventionally accepted rules; it’s a reflection of clear thinking. Here are the rules of English grammar with insights into their underlying logic and up-to-date examples of correct word usage. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
BARRON’S
POCKET GUIDE
TO
CORRECT GRAMMAR
Fourth Edition
Here’s a handy desk reference for home, office, and classroom. Correct grammar is more than a set of conventionally accepted rules; it’s a reflection of clear thinking. Here are the rules of English grammar with insights into their underlying logic and up-to-date examples of correct word usage. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful book.,
By Flora (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: A Pocket Guide to Correct Grammar (Paperback)
I was looking for an essential grammar book to improve myself. And amazingly, I came across this book in the library and decided to have a look at it. I'm truly amazed by how organised and logical their explanations are. In the end, I went to buy a copy of this book as a reference book for myself. Now, I will be getting another copy for my boyfriend as well. Truly recommended grammar book!
4.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent, but watch for typos!,
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This review is from: A Pocket Guide to Correct Grammar (Paperback)
This seems to be an excellent book--clear, concise, and very easy to read. I should note, however, that I discovered three mistakes within the first fifteen minutes of reading it. There are three misspellings located on pages 169 and 170 of the third edition, dated 1997. This can be very confusing, especially when the author is attempting to draw a distinction between "counselor" and "counselor" (the second should be "councilor"), or when he states, "Even in respected newspapers, consensus is sometimes misspelled 'consensus' (sic)..." These types of errors tend to undermine my confidence that I'm reading reliable information. Aside from this complaint, though, the books seems to be exceptional. A corrected edition would be a great resource for any writer.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A simple guide to the world of grammar!,
By A Customer
This review is from: A Pocket Guide to Correct Grammar (Paperback)
Many grammar books are hard to read and even more difficult to use. Barron's A pocket guide to correct grammar is the opposite of both. This book is both easy to read and to use. The index is clear and concise which helps even the most novice user when it comes to comprehending the ins and outs of correct grammar.
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