Quite Literally : Problem Words and How to use Them

ISBN-13: 9780415651264 / Angielski / Miękka / 2012 / 272 str.

Wynford Hicks

Opis

Concentrating on writing rather than speech, Wynford Hicks examines the usage of uncommon words, slang, & constructions that challenge conventional rules of grammar. When can it be right to split an infinitive, use jargon, or adopt a euphemism? And does the Queen speak the Queen's English?

Recenzje

'Hicks has a good eye for otiose construction and puffed-up words ... he trawls contemporary literature, blue pencil poised, marking down Margaret Drabble, Jonathan Franzen and even the Queen' - Times Literary Supplement

'Hicks' book is a useful and entertaining addition to any home or school library' - The Teacher

'For any language enthusiast, this is so entertaining you can't put it down' - Mantex book reviews

'This handy book should stand on the desk of anyone engaged in written communication' - Church Times, The Church of England Newspaper

'Wynford Hicks really does have a way with words ... the correct way. Whether you want to improve your writing for professional purposes or just want to know more about our native language this book provides excellent value.' - Sunday Sun

Spis treści

Problem words A-Z

O autorze

Wynford Hicks is a freelance journalist and editorial trainer specialising in the use of English, subediting and writing styles. He is the author of the successful English for Journalists and Writing for Journalists and the joint author of Subediting for Journalists, all published by Routledge. He now lives in France.