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2010-03-25
Public domain in the USA.
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Burgess, Walton
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Five Hundred Mistakes of Daily Occurrence in Speaking, Pronouncing, and Writing the English Language, Corrected
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"Five Hundred Mistakes of Daily Occurrence in Speaking, Pronouncing, and Writing…" is an instructional guide written in the mid-19th century. The book addresses common errors in the English language, providing corrections and explanations for misuse in speaking and writing. It aims to help individuals improve their language skills, especially those lacking formal education or struggling with literacy. The opening of the work establishes its purpose, noting the prevalent issue of everyday language misuse among the general public. It emphasizes that while the ideal solution would be comprehensive grammar education, this book offers a more accessible approach by highlighting specific errors that are frequently encountered in conversation and writing. This introduction prepares the reader for a detailed list of common mistakes alongside their corrections, creating an inclusive resource for anyone looking to enhance their command of English. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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English language -- Errors of usage
English language -- Usage
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