Publisher's Synopsis
""The Essentials of Our Language: A Guide to Accuracy in the Use of the English Language"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by George W. Rine in 1902. The book provides a detailed overview of the English language, covering topics such as grammar, syntax, punctuation, and spelling. It is designed to help readers improve their writing and speaking skills by providing practical advice on how to use the language with precision and accuracy.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the language. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of the English language, tracing its origins and development over time. The subsequent chapters focus on topics such as parts of speech, sentence structure, and common errors in grammar and usage.Throughout the book, Rine provides numerous examples and exercises to help readers practice and reinforce their understanding of the language. He also includes a section on the proper use of punctuation, along with a list of common words that are often misused or misspelled.Overall, ""The Essentials of Our Language"" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their English language skills. Its clear and concise explanations, along with its practical advice and exercises, make it an ideal guide for students, writers, and anyone else who wants to use the language with accuracy and precision.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.
