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roseofoulesfame's review
funny
informative
fast-paced
4.0
A much-needed injection of light-heartedness into the field of language use. Funny and informative. Recommend even if you're not a grammar nerd like me ; )
lydia_reads's review
4.0
This is a very helpful, witty book which explains complex aspects of grammar very clearly whilst also allowing you to have a good laugh at it.
As with all books on grammar, I found I had to read it over a long period of time to save myself from too intensive a mental work out! Having said that, when reading it, the book was very easy to follow and understand. It assumes very little prior knowledge which I liked. It helped to refresh my memory of some things I might have forgotten whilst expanding my understanding with further analysis.
I really like this book and the helpful bibliography at the back will serve excellently in deciding what I need to read next.
I'm currently preparing to study Linguistics at University in September and this has certainly helped to keep my mind on relevant topics during the summer holidays!
As a staunch believer in correct grammar however, the title is still really annoying!
As with all books on grammar, I found I had to read it over a long period of time to save myself from too intensive a mental work out! Having said that, when reading it, the book was very easy to follow and understand. It assumes very little prior knowledge which I liked. It helped to refresh my memory of some things I might have forgotten whilst expanding my understanding with further analysis.
I really like this book and the helpful bibliography at the back will serve excellently in deciding what I need to read next.
I'm currently preparing to study Linguistics at University in September and this has certainly helped to keep my mind on relevant topics during the summer holidays!
As a staunch believer in correct grammar however, the title is still really annoying!
erinbrenner's review
4.0
This isn’t the snobby or stilted approach you might find associated with some other newspaper styles. Marsh’s advice helps craft writing that sounds natural and is clear and concise.
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sarahkomas's review
3.0
Does one read a grammar book except to see to which views of the author one takes exception? I found this an interesting insight into the life of a sub-editor and liked his style, but was unfortunately obliged to rush through the book due to an imminent library return date. I think it would have been better bit at a time.
kjcharles's review
5.0
Excellent stuff. Great jokes, a sensible balance between prescriptive and descriptive approaches, the focus always on meaning and clarity. Loved the chapters on 'political correctness' and jargon: the anger of a decent man coming through. Kindle full of highlights. Strong recommendation for anyone interested in good use of language.
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