How to Speak and Write Correctly

by Joseph Devlin

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Tags: Classics, Non-Fiction, Reference

ISBN:1557429170

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The English language is quirky, to say the least. The twists and turns of sentences, the difficulty of finding just the right words—we all could use a helpful hint from time to time. This 1910 guide by Joseph Devlin offers just this sort of priceless advice on the basics of grammar and style. For anyone looking to improve his or her mastery of the quirky English language, Devlin's work offers many riches.

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By JOSEPH DEVLIN, M.A.
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 ...

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3/5

Reviewed by rajgopal on Jun 19, 2009

How to speak and write correctly

A sound old-fashioned text on grammar, full of sane advice on grammatical points. But some of the examples are not relevant, at least to readers in India. Portions on parsing, mood etc may best be omitted

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Reviewed by Loberto on Jun 26, 2008

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An interesting read that reveals the evolution of language in the past century. Also provides instruction (or reinforcement) of basic grammar and common mistakes.