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Usage and Abusage

Usage and Abusage A Guide to Good English : Abusus Non Tollit Usum - Penguin Reference

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Publisher's Synopsis

Detailing linguistic abuse of all kinds, this guide explores a range of grammatical pitfalls and solecisms and offers constructive advice on the proper use of English. Newly updated, it covers recent neologisms and change of usage.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780140512816
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint: Penguin Books
Pub date:
Edition: New Edition
DEWEY: 428
DEWEY edition: 20
Language: English
Number of pages: 389
Weight: 259g
Height: 198mm
Width: 128mm
Spine width: 18mm