Oxford A-Z of English Usage
Readers and writers of all levels will find the Oxford A-Z of English Usage essential. Based on Oxford's world-leading dictionary research programmes and contemporary language monitoring, and giving examples of real usage, this book provides the essential information about usage and correct English that is needed in practical, everyday situations. Arranged in A-Z sequence, it contains over 680 entries on issues of spelling, grammar, meaning and PC language that confuse people (e.g.
licence / license; learning difficulties / mental handicap; fewer / less). In addition, there are more than 20 special feature articles on specific topics such as hyphenation or the use of Latin plurals, as well as commonly confused terms like Britain, Great Britain, the British Isles, England. With a fresh page design, the Oxford A-Z of English Usage gives the reader immediate and easy access to answers, by means of clear and coherent explanations and illustrations.
| Weight | 0.400000 |
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| By | Butterfield, Jeremy |
| Country of Publication | United Kingdom |
| Dimensions | 6.7 x 4.3 x 0.6 inches |
| Edition | 2 Rev ed |
| Format | Paperback |
| ISBN/EAN | 9780199652457 |
| Pagination | 208 |
| Publication Date | Aug 14, 2013 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |