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The Study and Practice, of Writing English (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Gerhard R. Lomer

 
9780260877260: The Study and Practice, of Writing English (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Master the craft of clear English writing with a trusted classic.

This essential guide lays out practical, classroom-tested methods for taking notes, drafting manuscripts, and mastering punctuation, grammar, and style. Aimed at students and instructors alike, it helps you build accuracy, consistency, and confidence in every paragraph you write.

The book surveys the full spectrum of writing study, from the rules that keep language precise to the techniques that develop your own voice. It connects daily practice with larger goals, showing how structure, revision, and feedback lead to stronger composition across essays, reports, and literary forms.
  • Clear guidance on punctuation, capitalization, spelling, and grammar to improve readability.
  • Strategies for manuscript preparation, note-taking, outlines, and theme writing.
  • Approaches to style, vocabulary, and the use of language in description, exposition, and argument.
  • Practical exercises and examples that align with course objectives and classroom needs.
Ideal for readers of writing workbooks, teachers planning curricula, and anyone building solid writing habits across disciplines.

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