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OverviewThis classic primer on spelling and pronunciation of words includes fascinating explanations of oft-forgotten subtle nuances of the English language. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John Hendricks BechtelPublisher: Rowman & Littlefield Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield Dimensions: Width: 14.10cm , Height: 4.60cm , Length: 20.10cm Weight: 0.785kg ISBN: 9781442243293ISBN 10: 1442243295 Pages: 666 Publication Date: 18 August 2014 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Orthography 2. Pronunciation 3. Capitals 4. Italics 5. Numerals 6. Syllabication 7. Compound Words 8. Punctuation 9. Abbreviations 10. Dictionary of Spelling and Pronunciation 11. HomophonesReviewsThis facsimile reprint of the 1904 edition is offered in its entirety. The introduction of the original edition discusses the general approach and arrangement, followed by discussions of orthography, pronunciation, capitals, italics, numerals, syllabication, compound words, punctuation, and abbreviations. Each of these sections includes a thorough discussion of the topic along with numerous examples. The main text is comprised of an alphabetic listing of entries, which include variations in spelling and pronunciation (along with derivatives for each word)... Pronunciation guides are also available at the foot of each page. The last section is a collection of common homophones... [A]n excellent reference source for students, scholars, writers, and general users. American Reference Books Annual This facsimile reprint of the 1904 edition is offered in its entirety. The introduction of the original edition discusses the general approach and arrangement, followed by discussions of orthography, pronunciation, capitals, italics, numerals, syllabication, compound words, punctuation, and abbreviations. Each of these sections includes a thorough discussion of the topic along with numerous examples. The main text is comprised of an alphabetic listing of entries, which include variations in spelling and pronunciation (along with derivatives for each word). . . . Pronunciation guides are also available at the foot of each page. The last section is a collection of common homophones. . . . [A]n excellent reference source for students, scholars, writers, and general users. * American Reference Books Annual * Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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