Junior Course of English Composition

Language: - English, About The Book: The "Junior Course of English Composition" serves the purpose of guiding students through various forms of written expression. Chapter I focuses on the reproduction of extracts, aligning with standards at Board Schools and exams by Oxford, Cambridge, and Pupil-teacher training. After grounding students in grammar principles, Chapter II emphasizes clear and effective writing. Chapter III delves into punctuation, crucial for examinations. Chapter IV introduces essay-writing through expanded outlines, progressing in difficulty. Mr. Battersby's note on essay-writing and a list of composition subjects are included. Lastly, Chapter V covers private, official, and commercial letter-writing, with a list of trade terms. About The Author: John Collinson Nesfield (1836–1919) played various roles in British India, excelling as an educator and serving as curate at St Michael's Church, Highgate, London. Born in Wiltshire, England, Nesfield studied at Highgate Grammar School and earned degrees from the University of Oxford. He began his career in India, holding teaching positions and later becoming the Director of Public Instruction in Lower Burma. Nesfield faced controversies over promotions and contributed significantly to English grammar education, particularly with his influential work, "A Manual Of English Grammar and Composition." His anthropological views challenged prevailing notions about caste in British India, emphasizing the fluid nature of society. Nesfield's legacy extends through his extensive writings and enduring impact on English education in India and beyond. The Title 'Junior Course of English Composition written/authored/edited by J. C. Nesfield', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362089687 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 236 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Grammar. Size of the book is 13