Higher Lessons in English: A Work on English Grammar and Composition, in Which the Science of the Language Is Made Tributary to the Art of Expression; ... Adopted to Every Day Use in the School-Room - Hardcover

Alonzo Reed

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0332381331 ISBN 13: 9780332381336

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the building blocks of clear writing with a time‑tested grammar course that turns rules into real expression.

The book offers a practical, step‑by‑step approach to English grammar and composition. It treats the sentence as the central unit of discourse, guiding readers from the parts of speech to the larger flow of paragraphs and style. Diagrams and carefully chosen exercises help students see how language fits together, not just memorize rules.

Designed for everyday classroom use, it emphasizes thoughtful analysis, disciplined practice, and translation as a learning tool. The lessons balance theory with concrete writing tasks, so readers develop both accuracy and fluency as they progress.

• A clear path from parts of speech to the laws of discourse and translation
• Practical exercises, examples, and guided diagramming to reinforce learning
• Focus on writing as a coherent, well‑structured activity
• Discipline through systematic, progressive practice aimed at long‑term retention

Ideal for readers who want a dependable, classroom‑friendly guide to English grammar and composition.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0332381331
• ISBN 13: 9780332381336
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 444