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Cassell Guide to Common Errors in English

ISBN13: 9780304350285
ISBN10: 0304350281
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Almost everyone misuses a word from time to time, or makes a grammatical blunder; this guide to the most common mistakes in spoken and written English is the swift remedy for the problem. Hundreds of words are showcased, with examples of incorrect usage drawn from contemporary newspapers, magazines, and radio programs. The rules of usage, syntax, and style will become so clear you'll understand the reason behind every linguistic slip-up.

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ISBN:: 9780304350285
Publisher:: Cassell
Location:: London
Subject:: General
Subject:: Grammar
Subject:: Spelling
Subject:: Usage
Subject:: Errors of usage
Subject:: Errors
Publication Date:: 1999
Binding:: Trade Paper
Language:: English
Illustrations:: Y
Pages:: 334 p.
Dimensions:: 7.84x5.23x1.04 in. .78 lbs.

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