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"Having been asked many times if he could recommend a definitive guide to use of our glorious language and not satisfied that the right book existed, Lamb wrote it himself." --Yorkshire Post, 27 September 2010
"Covers everything from grammar to writing letters and giving talks" --Country Life, 29 Sept 2010
"amiable" --The Guardian, 23 October 2010
"Covers everything from grammar to writing letters and giving talks" --Country Life, 29 Sept 2010
"amiable" --The Guardian, 23 October 2010
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What is good English, and why do we need it? "The Queen's English" shows how the English language, used properly, has great power to instruct, move and entertain people, but used incorrectly, can lead to a lack of clarity and confusion. This book informs in a light-hearted way, reminding readers how to use the basics of grammar, punctuation and spelling, as well as further teaching them new tips and tricks of style, rhetoric and vocabulary. The book also shows the perils of using language incorrectly, offering extremely (if unintentionally) humorous examples of where bad English can cause one thing to mean something entirely different!
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I note the low scoring reviews of this book are promoting the 'anti-queen's English society' which seems to be an organisation which confuses the need for clear communication with some out-dated desire to free the English working classes from their long-lost bonds.
It is regrettable that the result of their 'natural evolution' of language can be seen on any internet news 'comment page' or blog where countless people demonstrate that they neither know nor care about the difference between, for example; their and there and they're or its and it's or soul and sole etc etc.
These different terms evolved precisely because the difference in their meanings and usage IS important - otherwise communication becomes confusing and inefficient.
Thank goodness for books such as this which serve to remind people of how to communicate correctly.
Frankly I can't understand how people can get so wound up about a book on grammar (or grammer as it is more commonly called nowadays).
It is regrettable that the result of their 'natural evolution' of language can be seen on any internet news 'comment page' or blog where countless people demonstrate that they neither know nor care about the difference between, for example; their and there and they're or its and it's or soul and sole etc etc.
These different terms evolved precisely because the difference in their meanings and usage IS important - otherwise communication becomes confusing and inefficient.
Thank goodness for books such as this which serve to remind people of how to communicate correctly.
Frankly I can't understand how people can get so wound up about a book on grammar (or grammer as it is more commonly called nowadays).
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have read plenty of books on English usage but this is definitely one of the best. The descriptions and explanations are really easy to understand and there are 'rules' of English that I had forgotten until I read this book.
First Class and the content is truly informative.
First Class and the content is truly informative.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A useful book for those wanting to improve their English or those teaching it. It deals simply and straighforwardly with some of the basic problems in learning good English but does not stop there. It leads the reader on to some of the more advanced knowledge that leads to better understanding, better speaking and better writing of English. I am making use of this book in my own study circle for Swedes wanting to maintain and also to improve their use of English. Well worth the money ...
Norman Bishop
Norman Bishop
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Why is this not compulsory in schools?
This book is easy to read and explains how, and why, the Queen's english should be used. As grammar no longer seems to be taught in schools, I bought this to refresh my memory on... Read more
Published 10 days ago by Witchflake
Cute little book!
Looking to put a few items onto my Kindle, I came across this book in the Education section. As an aspiring English teacher, and reading the reviews, it seemed like a great little... Read more
Published 17 days ago by Ms. L. C. Rose
The Accent of Oppression.
Please people, keep your regional accents and don't end up speaking like one of these smeg-heads. Of course we should aim to have good, relevant grammar and vocabulary, but we... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rusty Shackleford
A consice practical book !
For any person who wants to improve his or her English skills ,this proves to be handy. It is not a boring grammar book nor a didactic English usage book or a textbook. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Dinakar Unnithan
Non-Fiction
This book is excellent for people who wish to be able to speak English correctly; and as a book to keep on the shelf to dip into, then, in my humble opinion, it is really good. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mr. G. Johns
Very Helpful
I found thie book to be very useful. English is my first language but like most people, I am not sure about some of the uses of some punctuation - what is a semi colan for?? Read more
Published 15 months ago by Louby Lou
The Queen's English
Purchased as a Christmas present. The recipient spent nearly all his spare time reading the book so can only say it went down well as a present.
Published 17 months ago by Michael
AN EXCELLENT BOOK - RECOMMENDED
This was bought for a friend to give to a friend so I can only pass on their views. It is an excellent book for anyone who loves the English language and wants to learn more about... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Gillyp
What the review actually said of this ill-informed book
Not only is this book ill-informed and based on prejudice rather than any research or understanding of language, it is also dishonest in its use of reviews. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Su Ling
How to be Oppressive and Ignorant with English... I mean use the...
The best advice that Lamb gives in this book is to read the dictionary and learn the grammar of English. Those do not necessitate buying this terrible book. Read more
Published 18 months ago by GD
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