Amusing and thought-provoking, this A-to-Z compendium outlines common oral and written gaffes. Ambrose Bierce, a celebrated literary wit, assembled his informative compilation in 1909 from many years of observations and notes. He advocates precision in language, offering alternatives to grammatical lapses and inaccurate word choices.Moneyed for Wealthy: "e;The moneyed men of New York."e; One might as sensibly say, "e;The cattled men of Texas,"e; or, "e;The lobstered men of the fish market."e; Name for Title and Name:
| ISBN: | 9780486113449 |
| Publication date: | 5th March 2012 |
| Author: | Bierce, Ambrose |
| Publisher: | Dover Publications |
| Format: | Ebook |
Amusing and thought-provoking, this A-to-Z compendium outlines common oral and written gaffes. Ambrose Bierce, a celebrated literary wit, assembled his informative compilation in 1909 from many years of observations and notes.
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Write It Right was written by Bierce, Ambrose and published by Dover Publications
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