A Pronouncing Vocabulary: With Lessons in Prose and Verse, and a Few Grammatical Exercises (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Fulton

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266655416 ISBN 13: 9780266655411

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master English pronunciation with a practical, guided spelling-and-sound approach.

This edition presents a concise vocabulary of pronunciation, paired with lessons in prose and verse and a few grammatical exercises. It blends historical insight with easy-to-follow notation to help learners hear and spell words more accurately.

Originally compiled by George Fulton, this book builds on a tradition of clear pronunciation guidance. It explains how different notation schemes work, compares them, and shows how to apply them on a page to reinforce memory and accuracy. Through simple examples, readers see how spelling and pronunciation relate, and how to practice using a ready, one-page-per-word format.

What you’ll get from this edition:

• Plain explanations of vowels and consonants with example sentences
• Practical guidance on notations that mark sounds and quantities
• Notes on how to use the book as a teaching aid for classrooms or self-study
• A historical view of influences in English pronunciation and grammar

Ideal for learners who want a hands-on approach to phonetic clarity and confident pronunciation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266655416
• ISBN 13: 9780266655411
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 222