Publisher's Synopsis
The Manual Of English Grammar And Composition is a comprehensive guide to the English language written by John Collinson Nesfield and originally published in 1898. The book is designed to provide readers with a thorough understanding of English grammar and composition, covering topics such as syntax, punctuation, sentence structure, and the use of figures of speech.The book is divided into two main sections, with the first section focusing on grammar and the second section covering composition. In the grammar section, Nesfield provides detailed explanations of the parts of speech, verb tenses, and sentence structure. He also covers more advanced topics such as the use of adverbial phrases, the subjunctive mood, and the passive voice.The composition section of the book is designed to help readers improve their writing skills, with chapters on topics such as paragraph structure, sentence variety, and the use of rhetorical devices. Nesfield provides numerous examples throughout the book to illustrate his points, and there are also exercises and quizzes to help readers test their understanding of the material.Overall, the Manual Of English Grammar And Composition is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their understanding of the English language and their ability to write effectively. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers of all levels, and it remains a popular reference work more than a century after its initial publication.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.
