Quick Grammar Guide: Easy, Quick-Flip Format.
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co.
Place of publication: S.l
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781402711251
Description: Speaking and writing well are essential in today\'s world: there is no surer indicator of education and social status than how you express yourself. In school, business, e-mail, and everyday life the ability to communicate your thoughts clearly, concisely, and correctly is paramount to getting ahead. Here, in a quick-find format, are all the elements of English grammar, punctuation, capitalization, and spelling you need to write and speak with the refinement that marks you as a well-read, intelligent person. Correctly identify parts of speech; differentiate between hyphens and dashes; learn to avoid common pitfalls, such as dangling modifiers and comma splices; and more. A special section on phonics lets you easily decipher pronunciations found in the dictionary. Whether you\'re learning the fine points of the English language for the first time or just need a refresher course, the information in this easy-to-use guide will prove invaluable to your efforts.