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Title: The Comic English Grammar: A New And Facetious Introduction To The English Tongue
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Produced by David Widger from page scans generously provided
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Summary: "The Comic English Grammar: A New And Facetious Introduction To The English Tongue" by Percival Leigh is a humorous guide to the intricacies of English grammar, written in the mid-19th century. This work combines a traditional approach to grammar with a comedic flair, intending to entertain while educating readers about proper language use. It not only addresses grammar rules but also critiques common linguistic errors found in English speech, illustrating its points with witty anecdotes and playful language. At the start of the book, the author outlines his motivations for writing a "comic" grammar, asserting that many existing serious grammars have failed to correct common mistakes in English. He humorously critiques various linguistic faux pas prevalent in everyday speech, providing amusing examples that highlight the absurdities of the English language. Leigh suggests that by exposing these errors through humor, he can encourage better language use among readers. The opening portion sets the tone for a lighthearted yet educational exploration of grammar, engaging the reader with both wit and insight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Leigh, Percival, 1813-1889
Illustrator: Leech, John, 1817-1864
EBook No.: 44802
Published: Jan 30, 2014
Downloads: 277
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor
Subject: English language -- Grammar -- Humor
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Comic English Grammar: A New And Facetious Introduction To The English Tongue
Credits:
Produced by David Widger from page scans generously provided
by Google Books
Summary: "The Comic English Grammar: A New And Facetious Introduction To The English Tongue" by Percival Leigh is a humorous guide to the intricacies of English grammar, written in the mid-19th century. This work combines a traditional approach to grammar with a comedic flair, intending to entertain while educating readers about proper language use. It not only addresses grammar rules but also critiques common linguistic errors found in English speech, illustrating its points with witty anecdotes and playful language. At the start of the book, the author outlines his motivations for writing a "comic" grammar, asserting that many existing serious grammars have failed to correct common mistakes in English. He humorously critiques various linguistic faux pas prevalent in everyday speech, providing amusing examples that highlight the absurdities of the English language. Leigh suggests that by exposing these errors through humor, he can encourage better language use among readers. The opening portion sets the tone for a lighthearted yet educational exploration of grammar, engaging the reader with both wit and insight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Leigh, Percival, 1813-1889
Illustrator: Leech, John, 1817-1864
EBook No.: 44802
Published: Jan 30, 2014
Downloads: 277
Language: English
Subject: English wit and humor
Subject: English language -- Grammar -- Humor
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.