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Garner'S Modern American Usage
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Since First Appearing In 1998, Garner'S Modern American Usage Has Established Itself As The Preeminent Guide To The Effective Use Of The English Language. Brimming With Witty, Erudite Essays On Troublesome Words And Phrases, This Book Authoritatively Shows How To Avoid The Countless Pitfalls That Await Unwary Writers And Speakers Whether The Issues Relate To Grammar, Punctuation, Word Choice, Or Pronunciation.Now In The Third Edition, Readers Will Find The Garner'S Languagechange Index, Which Registers Where Each Disputed Usage In Modern English Falls On A Fivestage Continuum From Nonacceptability (To The Language Community As A Whole) To Acceptability, Giving The Book A Consistent Standard Throughout. Garner'S Modern American Usage, 3E Is The First Usage Guide Ever To Incorporate Such A Languagechange Index, And The Judgments Are Based Both On Garner'S Own Original Research In Linguistic Corpora And On His Analysis Of Hundreds Of Earlier Studies. Another First In This Edition Is The Panel Of Critical Readers: 120Plus Commentators Who Have Helped Garner Reassess And Update The Text, So That Every Page Has Been Improved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the primary focus of Garner's Modern American Usage? A: Garner's Modern American Usage is a comprehensive guide aimed at improving the effective use of the English language, addressing common pitfalls in grammar, punctuation, word choice, and pronunciation.
- Q: How many editions of Garner's Modern American Usage are there? A: The book is currently in its third edition, which was published on August 27, 2009.
- Q: Who is the author of Garner's Modern American Usage? A: The author of Garner's Modern American Usage is Bryan A. Garner, a well-known expert in the field of English language and grammar.
- Q: Does the book include a language-change index? A: Yes, the third edition features Garner's Language-Change Index, which categorizes disputed usages in modern English on a five-stage continuum from nonacceptability to acceptability.
- Q: How many pages does Garner's Modern American Usage have? A: The book contains 1008 pages, providing an extensive resource for readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: Garner's Modern American Usage is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and longevity.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both writers and speakers? A: Yes, the book is designed to assist both writers and speakers in avoiding common language pitfalls.
- Q: What is the condition of this book? A: The book is sold in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a pristine copy.
- Q: Are there any special features in the third edition of the book? A: The third edition includes contributions from over 120 critical readers who helped update and improve the text, making it more relevant and accurate.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding modern language changes? A: Yes, the book not only addresses traditional grammar and usage but also provides insights into how language is evolving, as reflected in the language-change index.