Introductory Text-Book of English Composition, Based on Grammatical Synthesis (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Walter Scott Dalgleish

9780260482280: Introductory Text-Book of English Composition, Based on Grammatical Synthesis (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0260482285 ISBN 13: 9780260482280

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the building blocks of clear writing with a proven, practical approach.

This edition of the Introductory Text-Book of English Composition guides readers through the three core steps of prose: crafting strong sentences, linking them into coherent paragraphs, and shaping paragraphs into a complete theme. Grounded in a synthetic method, it emphasizes how to construct sentences that express thought precisely, then demonstrates how to weave those sentences into flowing, logical passages.

This edition has been revised to simplify challenging parts and to better support teachers and students. It foregrounds the differences between synthesis and analysis, shows how to use structure to improve style, and provides exercises that test understanding and application. The book lays out clear rules and practical exercises for punctuation, sentence types, paragraph development, and expository writing, with examples and guided questions to sharpen judgment and technique.
What you’ll experience

A step-by-step framework for building sentences, paragraphs, and themes
Clear explanations of synthesis versus analysis and how they work together
Practical exercises on punctuation, direct and indirect speech, and style
Guidance on choosing strong words and creating cohesive, readable prose

Ideal for readers of school composition, grammar, and writing workbooks who want a solid, structured path to modern prose.
Ideal for readers of English grammar and writing primers looking for a disciplined, methodical approach to composition.

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