Essentials of English Grammar: A Practical Guide to the Mastery of English

In clear, concise terms, with lively examples, this convenient reference provides general usage rules for parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, abbreviations, numbers, word division, spelling, and commonly confused words. This handy, easy-to-use guide provides essentials that are useful for people with the occasional question as well as those who are learning the basics. Style guidelines are included, with recommendations for achieving brevity, clarity and accuracy.

Perplexed by prepositions? Stymied by semicolons? Solve the puzzle of good grammar.

A quick reference for people with grammar questions and an excellent primer for anyone learning the basics, Essentials of English Grammar features a glossary of grammar terms and updated coverage of stylistic conventions.

Easy-to-follow examples guide you through the rules for parts of speech, punctuation, capitalization, spelling, frequently confused words, and much more. Also included are important style tips on how to write with economy, clarity, and accuracy.

An indispensable, easy-to-use reference to the English language, Essentials of English Grammar includes information on:

Grammar Essentials

• Parts of speech and their functions
• Pronoun-antecedent agreement
• Common errors in using verb tenses
• Correct use of punctuation and punctuation style
• Sentence constructions
• Errors to avoid with prepositions
• Spelling and word division
• Correct use of capitalization, abbreviations, and numbers

Style Considerations

• Effective sentence patterns
• Brevity in writing
• Using words that are specific and concrete for clarity
• Achieving accuracy
• Salutations and titles
• Gender-inclusive language

Appendixes

• Principal parts of irregular verbs
• Verb-preposition combinations
• Frequently confused words
• Frequently misspelled words