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Analytical Fourth Reader - Softcover

Richard Edwards

 
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Synopsis

Analytical Fourth Reader: Containing Practical Directions For Reading, A Thorough Method Of Thought-Analysis, A Critical Phonic Analysis Of English Words, And A Large Number Of New And Valuable Selections In Reading" by Richard Edwards presents an 1867 educational volume that forms part of the Analytical Series. The work is designed for use in grammar and intermediate schools and couples a rigorous phonetic and thought-analysis program with a broad repertoire of selections for reading practice. The book opens with Preface and an Introduction to Phonetic Analysis, including a Phonic Chart and lessons on elementary sounds, vowels, consonants, diphthongs, and consonant combinations, followed by Directions and Explanations on voice, emphasis, pauses, and inflection. It then offers Exercises for Elocutionary Drill and an extensive body of Selections (poems and prose) by well-known authors, intended to cultivate reading fluency, vocal culture, and literary appreciation. The volume emphasizes thorough mastery, athlete-like practice, and reviewer-friendly methods for teaching reading in public schools. Original publication year is 1867.

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