Publisher's Synopsis
Practical Phonics, written by Esmond Vedder Degraff and originally published in 1881, is a comprehensive study of pronunciation that provides a complete guide to the study of the elementary sounds of the English language. The book is designed to help readers develop a strong understanding of phonics, which is the study of the sounds that make up words. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of phonics. The first section covers the basic principles of phonics, including the different types of sounds that are used in the English language. This section also includes exercises and drills to help readers practice their pronunciation.The second section of the book focuses on the specific sounds of the English language, including vowels, consonants, and diphthongs. Each sound is explained in detail, with examples of words that use that particular sound.The third section of the book provides readers with a variety of practical exercises and drills to help them improve their pronunciation. These exercises include tongue twisters, word games, and other activities that are designed to help readers master the sounds of the English language.Overall, Practical Phonics is a comprehensive and practical guide to the study of pronunciation. It is an essential resource for anyone who wants to improve their English language skills, whether they are a native speaker or a non-native speaker.And Containing Three Thousand Words Of Difficult Pronunciation, With Diacritical Marks According To Webster�������s Dictionary.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
