The Complete Idiot's Guide to Grammar and StylePenguin, 2003 - 404 頁 You're no idiot, of course. You've probably written your share of book reports,, term papers, e-mails, and thank you notes. The rules of writing can be confusing, however, and might result in final drafts riddled with gaffes, typos, and errors! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Grammar and Style, Second Edition, will take you step by step through the basics of spelling, punctuation, and sentence formation to help you become an effective communicator of the written word! In this revised and updated Complete Idiot's Guide®, you get: Explanations of writing styles including exposition, narration, argumentation, and description. Definitions of such writing mistakes as dangling modifiers, mixed metaphors, and split infinitives–and how to avoid them. Examples of model documents such as resumes, cover letters, and thank you notes. The differences between drafting a business letter and crafting a personal one. |
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... usage , spelling , and much , much more Laurie E. Rozakis , Ph.D. SECOND EDITION tive day As been lart , myself withing leaving The would She re insight of l to express to hit 1100 Dear Reader , Did you nod off when Miss Nelson. " Dr ...
... usage , spelling , and much , much more Laurie E. Rozakis , Ph.D. SECOND EDITION tive day As been lart , myself withing leaving The would She re insight of l to express to hit 1100 Dear Reader , Did you nod off when Miss Nelson. " Dr ...
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... usage make you shake in your boots . If so , then this book is for you ! Learning any new skill is daunting and difficult . Learning to use grammar and usage correctly and with confidence is no exception . But you've learned many other ...
... usage make you shake in your boots . If so , then this book is for you ! Learning any new skill is daunting and difficult . Learning to use grammar and usage correctly and with confidence is no exception . But you've learned many other ...
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... usage , mechanics , and style . 2 Conan the Grammarian 13 Part 2 : Discover the most common grammar errors , assess ... Usage Dilemmas Get a grip on dangling and misplaced modifiers , mixed metaphors , and split infinitives . 77 89 99 ...
... usage , mechanics , and style . 2 Conan the Grammarian 13 Part 2 : Discover the most common grammar errors , assess ... Usage Dilemmas Get a grip on dangling and misplaced modifiers , mixed metaphors , and split infinitives . 77 89 99 ...
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Laurie Rozakis. Part 3 : Usage and Abusage 137 11 Phrases : Prime - Time Players 139 Probe prepositional phrases , admire appositives , and visit with some verbals . 12 Clauses : Kickin ' It Up a Notch 151 Learn about independent clauses ...
Laurie Rozakis. Part 3 : Usage and Abusage 137 11 Phrases : Prime - Time Players 139 Probe prepositional phrases , admire appositives , and visit with some verbals . 12 Clauses : Kickin ' It Up a Notch 151 Learn about independent clauses ...
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... Mind Write friendly letters , social notes , and letters of opinion . 311 325 327 345 Appendixes A Glossary 357 B Model Documents 361 C Guide to Grammar and Usage 367 Index 395 Contents Part 1 : No Uncertain Terms 1 Are You.
... Mind Write friendly letters , social notes , and letters of opinion . 311 325 327 345 Appendixes A Glossary 357 B Model Documents 361 C Guide to Grammar and Usage 367 Index 395 Contents Part 1 : No Uncertain Terms 1 Are You.
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