Essay-Writing for Schools: A Practical Exposition of the Principles of This Form of Composition, Illustrated by Models and by Examples Drawn from the ... of the Public Examinations (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

L. Cope Cornford

9780266789635: Essay-Writing for Schools: A Practical Exposition of the Principles of This Form of Composition, Illustrated by Models and by Examples Drawn from the ... of the Public Examinations (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266789633 ISBN 13: 9780266789635

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the art of essay writing with a practical, classroom-tested approach.

This guide provides a clear path to thinking, planning, and expressing ideas in English prose, designed for school exam success. It introduces the principles of essay writing, uses model essays drawn from the English classics, and shows how to apply rules in handwriting, punctuation, spelling, and more. The book is suited for both individual study and class instruction.

This edition walks you through the purpose and form of an essay, then teaches you how to turn ideas into well‑built paragraphs. It combines practical rules with actual examples, helping you build confidence and skill for public examinations.

Step-by-step method for planning, drafting, and revising essays
Model essays and practical exercises drawn from classic English prose
Guidance on handwriting, punctuation, capitalization, numbers, and spelling
Appendix with common errors and targeted practice to reinforce learning

Ideal for readers preparing for exams and for classroom use, this book offers a straightforward toolkit for improving essay writing from start to finish.

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