How Not to Write

The Essential Misrules of Grammar

Autor*innen

• William Safire

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• 162 Seiten
• 6 Lesestunden

• Handbücher und Anleitungen
• Linguistik
• Sachliteratur
• Schreiben

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Witty and engaging, this guide tackles common grammar misrules while providing entertaining insights on language and writing. William Safire outlines essential mistakes and offers solid advice on when to adhere to or break the rules, covering topics like capitalization, split infinitives, and run-on sentences. Each mini-chapter introduces a specific misrule, followed by practical tips that blend humor with wisdom, making it an invaluable resource for both novice and experienced writers. Originally published as Fumblerules, it remains a playful exploration of style and usage.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2005
• Einband: Paperback