The Verbalist by Alfred Ayres
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"The Verbalist" by Alfred Ayres is a manual devoted to brief discussions of the right and wrong use of words, written in the late 19th century. This work is structured as a guide to proper language usage, highlighting common errors, misunderstandings, and distinctions in the English language. It serves as a practical resource for those who wish to improve their speaking and writing skills, ensuring propriety in communication. The opening of "The
Verbalist" introduces the manual's purpose and scope, providing a prefatory note that emphasizes the author's intention to approach language with clarity and precision. The text begins with discussions of basic grammatical concepts such as the use of articles and distinctions between similar words. Ayres illustrates various usages and misuses, elaborating on the significance of understanding fine nuances within language. Through this, he sets a foundation for readers on linguistic propriety, encouraging them to think critically about their language choices throughout the entire manual. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ayres, Alfred, 1826?-1902 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Verbalist A Manual Devoted to Brief Discussions of the Right and the Wrong Use of Words and to Some Other Matters of Interest to Those Who Would Speak and Write with Propriety. |
| Credits |
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | English language -- Errors of usage |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22457 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-22457-2 |
| Release Date | Aug 30, 2007 |
| Last Update | Nov 29, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 2680 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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