English Synonyms and Antonyms / With Notes on the Correct Use of PrepositionsJames Champlin Fernald
English Synonyms and Antonyms / With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions
James Champlin Fernald
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Book language: English
1123 pages
English Synonyms and Antonyms / With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by James Champlin Fernald is a reference guide to the English language. In clear entries it discusses shades of meaning among words, the choice of precise diction, and the correct use of prepositions. It is valuable for writers, speakers, and students who want clearer and more exact expression.
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English Synonyms
and Antonyms
A Practical and Invaluable Guide to Clear and
Precise Diction for Writers, Speakers, Students,
Business and Professional Men
Connectives of
English Speech
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"It is written in a clear and pleasing style and so arranged that but a moment's time is needed to find any line of the hundreds of important though small words which this book discusses."—Chattanooga Times.
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