Why We Punctuate; or, Reason Versus Rule in the Use of Marks by Klein
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"Why We Punctuate; or, Reason Versus Rule in the Use of Marks" by William Livingston Klein is a scholarly treatise on the intricacies of punctuation written in the early 20th century. The book investigates the rationale behind punctuation marks, arguing for an understanding based on language's inherent meaning rather than prescribed rules. Klein seeks to clarify common misunderstandings regarding punctuation, as he believes that proper use enhances comprehension and expression in written
language. At the start of the work, Klein opens with the assertion that punctuation is often treated as a chaotic system of arbitrary rules, then transitions into a more structured examination of its fundamental functions. He outlines the importance of punctuation as a tool for revealing the true meaning of language, discussing how marks can manipulate the grouping and relationship of words. The beginning also introduces his intention to focus on the interrelations of punctuation marks, suggesting that understanding these connections is crucial to mastering written communication. Klein's approach sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of punctuation throughout the rest of the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Klein, William Livingston, 1851- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 16003481 |
| Title | Why We Punctuate; or, Reason Versus Rule in the Use of Marks |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | English language -- Punctuation |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47126 |
| Release Date | Oct 15, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 421 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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