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Basic English Grammar for Dummies - 2nd Edition by Geraldine Woods (Paperback)
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- Your go-to guide for expressing yourself correctly in the most spoken language in the world Basic English Grammar For Dummies is the bestselling grammar guide that's perfect for readers who want to improve their knowledge of the English language.
- About the Author: Geraldine Woods is a grammarian.
- 384 Pages
- Language + Art + Disciplines, Grammar & Punctuation
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"... covers the building blocks of English grammar, giving you an introduction to parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, and more."--Provided by publisher.Book Synopsis
Your go-to guide for expressing yourself correctly in the most spoken language in the world
Basic English Grammar For Dummies is the bestselling grammar guide that's perfect for readers who want to improve their knowledge of the English language. This well-rounded primer covers the building blocks of English grammar, giving you an introduction to parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, capitalization, and more. Real-world examples help you understand the rules of Standard English -- and when you can break them! You can test your progress with quiz questions on every topic. This updated edition explains current usage (including pronouns and presentation slides) and gives you handy rules to remember, so you can speak and write with confidence. Make the English language learning process engaging and stress-free with this Dummies guide.
- Learn about parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and capitalization
- Become a better writer and get answers to all your questions about English
- Recognize and avoid common grammar mistakes and misuse of words
- Apply your grammar knowledge in everyday scenarios at work, in school, and in general communication
Anyone who's new to the English language or needs a little refresher on tricky grammar rules will enjoy Basic English Grammar For Dummies. This book makes learning the English language accessible so you can feel confident at work, in school, and in life.
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Grammar guidance for those who need it
The English language can be quirky. Basic English Grammar For Dummies guides you through the essentials and clears up the most common sources of confusion, so you speak and write correctly. You'll get answers to your most pressing grammar questions. When do we use whose and who's? Are y'all and ain't real words? And what -- exactly -- is the deal with pronouns these days? In this updated edition, grammarian Geraldine Woods uses her humorous, lighthearted style to make learning English engaging and stress-free.
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About the Author
Geraldine Woods is a grammarian. She has more than 35 years of teaching experience and is the author of more than 50 books. Her friendly style and good humor make learning easy. She is a lifelong New Yorker and blogs about public grammar transgressions at www.grammarianinthecity.com.