Author: Mark Lester
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071799915
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
Who or Whom? / Its or It’s / Lie or Lay? Can't remember those grueling grammar lessons from junior high? Troubled that your professional writing lacks polish? Stop worrying! You've just picked up the painless prescription for proper English! Acclaimed grammarians Mark Lester and Larry Beason know that English teachers aren't the only ones who expect careful and correct language choices. Precision in language can be the deciding factor when it comes to getting a job or winning a promotion. The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage gives you bottom-line definitions, tips, and simple rules that summarize the essentials you need to know. This second edition includes a chapter dedicated to grammar and its usage in digital communication, including texting, e-mail, social media, and new technology, so you can communicate correctly in any format. Whether your skills need drastic improvement or a quick brush-up, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage will get your grammar back on the right track with: Straightforward explanations of common mistakes and why they happen Hundreds of correct and incorrect sentence examples, with errors clearly marked Quick tips for fixing your most stubborn grammatical mishaps Catchy memory aids for writing correctly the first time
McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage, 2nd Edition
Author: Mark Lester
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071799915
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
Who or Whom? / Its or It’s / Lie or Lay? Can't remember those grueling grammar lessons from junior high? Troubled that your professional writing lacks polish? Stop worrying! You've just picked up the painless prescription for proper English! Acclaimed grammarians Mark Lester and Larry Beason know that English teachers aren't the only ones who expect careful and correct language choices. Precision in language can be the deciding factor when it comes to getting a job or winning a promotion. The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage gives you bottom-line definitions, tips, and simple rules that summarize the essentials you need to know. This second edition includes a chapter dedicated to grammar and its usage in digital communication, including texting, e-mail, social media, and new technology, so you can communicate correctly in any format. Whether your skills need drastic improvement or a quick brush-up, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage will get your grammar back on the right track with: Straightforward explanations of common mistakes and why they happen Hundreds of correct and incorrect sentence examples, with errors clearly marked Quick tips for fixing your most stubborn grammatical mishaps Catchy memory aids for writing correctly the first time
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071799915
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 382
Book Description
Who or Whom? / Its or It’s / Lie or Lay? Can't remember those grueling grammar lessons from junior high? Troubled that your professional writing lacks polish? Stop worrying! You've just picked up the painless prescription for proper English! Acclaimed grammarians Mark Lester and Larry Beason know that English teachers aren't the only ones who expect careful and correct language choices. Precision in language can be the deciding factor when it comes to getting a job or winning a promotion. The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage gives you bottom-line definitions, tips, and simple rules that summarize the essentials you need to know. This second edition includes a chapter dedicated to grammar and its usage in digital communication, including texting, e-mail, social media, and new technology, so you can communicate correctly in any format. Whether your skills need drastic improvement or a quick brush-up, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage will get your grammar back on the right track with: Straightforward explanations of common mistakes and why they happen Hundreds of correct and incorrect sentence examples, with errors clearly marked Quick tips for fixing your most stubborn grammatical mishaps Catchy memory aids for writing correctly the first time
McGraw-Hill Education Handbook of English Grammar & Usage
Author: Mark Lester
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 1260121682
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
The go-to guide for perfecting your grammar and communication skills in every situationEnglish teachers aren't the only ones who expect careful and correct language choices. Precision in language can be the deciding factor when it comes to getting a job or winning a promotion. Whether your skills need drastic improvement or a quick brush-up, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage will get your grammar back on the right track. Written by two expert grammarians, the book provides bottom-line definitions, tips, and simple rules that summarize the essentials you need to know. You’ll find clear examples of usage and as well guidance on communication via text, email, and social media. The new, third edition of The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage features: •Straightforward explanations of common mistakes and why they happen•Hundreds of correct and incorrect sentence examples, with errors clearly marked•Quick tips for fixing your most stubborn grammatical mishaps•Catchy memory aids for writing correctly the first time, and more
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 1260121682
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
The go-to guide for perfecting your grammar and communication skills in every situationEnglish teachers aren't the only ones who expect careful and correct language choices. Precision in language can be the deciding factor when it comes to getting a job or winning a promotion. Whether your skills need drastic improvement or a quick brush-up, The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage will get your grammar back on the right track. Written by two expert grammarians, the book provides bottom-line definitions, tips, and simple rules that summarize the essentials you need to know. You’ll find clear examples of usage and as well guidance on communication via text, email, and social media. The new, third edition of The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage features: •Straightforward explanations of common mistakes and why they happen•Hundreds of correct and incorrect sentence examples, with errors clearly marked•Quick tips for fixing your most stubborn grammatical mishaps•Catchy memory aids for writing correctly the first time, and more
Understanding English Grammar
Author: Hung Tony T.N.
Publisher: Hong Kong University Press
ISBN: 962209726X
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
This book aims at helping learners of English (particularly those whose first language is Chinese) to improve their understanding of, and their competence in, English grammar. It directly addresses the needs of Chinese learners and takes full account of their first language in helping them understand how English works by systematically requiring them to think about grammar, and to come up with their own hypotheses about how it works on the basis of the given data. The book is designed for students' learning on their own as well as in a classroom. Each chapter is accompanied by a separate 'students' notes', which the students can consult after working through all the data and exercises in each chapter, to check their own answers and to read further explanations on the grammatical points in question. This book therefore appeals to the growing number of students learning through self-access, as well as promotes independent learning among those enrolled in educational institutions. Key features: - Directly addresses the needs of Chinese learners of English - Concise, user-friendly grammar presentations followed by examples of correct use - Innovative exercises offering learners in-depth practice of key grammar points - Detailed students' notes section and a full answer key for easy reference - Suitable for use in class, or for self-study
Publisher: Hong Kong University Press
ISBN: 962209726X
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
This book aims at helping learners of English (particularly those whose first language is Chinese) to improve their understanding of, and their competence in, English grammar. It directly addresses the needs of Chinese learners and takes full account of their first language in helping them understand how English works by systematically requiring them to think about grammar, and to come up with their own hypotheses about how it works on the basis of the given data. The book is designed for students' learning on their own as well as in a classroom. Each chapter is accompanied by a separate 'students' notes', which the students can consult after working through all the data and exercises in each chapter, to check their own answers and to read further explanations on the grammatical points in question. This book therefore appeals to the growing number of students learning through self-access, as well as promotes independent learning among those enrolled in educational institutions. Key features: - Directly addresses the needs of Chinese learners of English - Concise, user-friendly grammar presentations followed by examples of correct use - Innovative exercises offering learners in-depth practice of key grammar points - Detailed students' notes section and a full answer key for easy reference - Suitable for use in class, or for self-study
The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage
Author: Mark Lester
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071460608
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Those pesky dangling modifiers, split infinitives, and comma splices, they infect our spoken and written language with such frequency that even native English speakers find it difficult to determine what's right and what's wrong! The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage shows you how to fix these everyday English language mistakes. With commonsense, easy-to-remember usage tips throughout, this handbook features incorrect and correct grammatical examples, a short review of basic grammar, a glossary, and more.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071460608
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Those pesky dangling modifiers, split infinitives, and comma splices, they infect our spoken and written language with such frequency that even native English speakers find it difficult to determine what's right and what's wrong! The McGraw-Hill Handbook of English Grammar and Usage shows you how to fix these everyday English language mistakes. With commonsense, easy-to-remember usage tips throughout, this handbook features incorrect and correct grammatical examples, a short review of basic grammar, a glossary, and more.
The American Heritage Book Of English Usage
Author: Editors of the American Heritage Di
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780547563213
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
For the first time, the editors of the acclaimed American Heritage(R) Dictionary have applied their efforts to word usage as its own subject. The result is this practical guide that includes chapters on grammar, style, diction, gender, social groups, pronunciation, word formation, science terms, and a subject and a word index.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 9780547563213
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
For the first time, the editors of the acclaimed American Heritage(R) Dictionary have applied their efforts to word usage as its own subject. The result is this practical guide that includes chapters on grammar, style, diction, gender, social groups, pronunciation, word formation, science terms, and a subject and a word index.
Berlitz English Grammar Handbook
Author: Berlitz
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789812686848
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An all-in-one reference book of English grammar to help in the mastery of English grammatical practice.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789812686848
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An all-in-one reference book of English grammar to help in the mastery of English grammatical practice.
Oxford Pocket English Grammar
Author: Audrey Jean Thomson
Publisher: Oxford University
ISBN: 9780194313018
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A compact reference grammar with exercises.
Publisher: Oxford University
ISBN: 9780194313018
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A compact reference grammar with exercises.
English Grammar for the Utterly Confused
Author: Laurie Rozakis
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071430970
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
For students who want to learn the nuts and bolts of English grammar A generation ago, the United States public school system stopped formal instruction in English grammar and consequently created a legion of students and professionals notoriously weak in writing and language skills. English Grammar for the Utterly Confusedis a must-have for anyone who gets that “deer-in-the-headlights" look when asked to recognize a misplaced modifier or even find the verb in a sentence. This user-friendly, witty guide helps everyone-from students taking the GED to professionals writing business plans-learn the structures of English grammar and how to use them easily and proficiently. Demystifying grammar once and for all, this handbook will help all readers acquire the ability to speak and write competently, correctly, and confidently. Key features include: Exercises throughout to develop facility in writing skills Clear explanations of complex concepts Handy icons More than 200 solved problems and examples Test Yourself section in each chapter
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 0071430970
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
For students who want to learn the nuts and bolts of English grammar A generation ago, the United States public school system stopped formal instruction in English grammar and consequently created a legion of students and professionals notoriously weak in writing and language skills. English Grammar for the Utterly Confusedis a must-have for anyone who gets that “deer-in-the-headlights" look when asked to recognize a misplaced modifier or even find the verb in a sentence. This user-friendly, witty guide helps everyone-from students taking the GED to professionals writing business plans-learn the structures of English grammar and how to use them easily and proficiently. Demystifying grammar once and for all, this handbook will help all readers acquire the ability to speak and write competently, correctly, and confidently. Key features include: Exercises throughout to develop facility in writing skills Clear explanations of complex concepts Handy icons More than 200 solved problems and examples Test Yourself section in each chapter
Grade 4 Grammar, Spelling and Vocabulary Activity Book
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781512578379
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Grade 4 Grammar, Spelling & Vocabulary Activity Book in the California Edition of Benchmark Advance Series
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781512578379
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Grade 4 Grammar, Spelling & Vocabulary Activity Book in the California Edition of Benchmark Advance Series
A Handbook of English Grammar
Author: Reinard Willem Zandvoort
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description