| Author |
Cody, Sherwin, 1868-1959 |
| Title |
The Art of Writing & Speaking the English Language
Word-Study and Composition & Rhetoric
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Andrew Hodson
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| Summary |
"The Art of Writing & Speaking the English Language" by Sherwin Cody is a guidebook focused on the effective use of the English language, likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to enhance the reader's writing and speaking skills by emphasizing clarity, structure, and vocabulary, which are essential for personal and professional success. It lays out principles of language mastery, grammar, and techniques for thoughtful word usage. At the start of the book, the author discusses the importance of mastering one's language. He posits that language is vital not only for cultural development but also for business success, as effective communication can significantly impact one’s achievements. Cody addresses common misconceptions about language usage, arguing that poor grammar and spelling can reflect poorly on a person’s intellect and capabilities. He advocates for a systematic approach to learning spelling and pronunciation, encouraging readers to think critically about language and its impact on their effectiveness as communicators. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PE: Language and Literatures: English
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| Subject |
English language
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
19719 |
| Release Date |
Nov 5, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 2, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
463 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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