Principles of English Composition Through Analysis and Synthesis: A Text Book for the Senior Classes of Elementary Schools and for Pupil-Teachers (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

P. Goyen

9780331107159: Principles of English Composition Through Analysis and Synthesis: A Text Book for the Senior Classes of Elementary Schools and for Pupil-Teachers (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331107155 ISBN 13: 9780331107159

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Master the craft of clear writing with guided analysis and practical exercises.

This edition presents the essentials of sentence structure and composition, emphasizing how to choose the right expression and place its parts for emphasis and flow. Readers will discover a practical path from basic sentences to more complex forms, using model prose to study good form.

This book centers on the philosophy that strong writing begins with well-made sentences. It shows how to analyze and synthesize sentences, place modifiers for impact, and understand how different parts of a sentence work together. With exercises, examples, and notes on common mistakes, it guides teachers and students toward a systematic, thoughtful approach to English composition.

Clear explanations of sentence parts: subject, predicate, and the roles of adjectives and adjuncts
Step-by-step guidance on analysis and synthesis to improve writing accuracy
Practical exercises including correction of errors and availability of teaching aids
Illustrative examples drawn from idiomatic prose to foster real-world skill

Ideal for students, teachers, and pupil-teachers seeking a structured, classroom-ready approach to English composition. This edition supports a solid foundation in form and style, suitable for use alongside broader reading and writing activities.

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