For students who want to learn the nuts and bolts of English grammar
English Grammar for the Utterly Confusedis a
must-have for anyone who gets that “deer-in-the-headlights" look when
asked to recognize a misplaced modifier or even find the verb in a
sentence.
This user-friendly, witty guide helps everyone-from
students taking the GED to professionals writing business plans-learn
the structures of English grammar and how to use them easily and
proficiently. Demystifying grammar once and for all, this handbook will
help all readers acquire the ability to speak and write competently,
correctly, and confidently.
Key features include:
- Exercises throughout to develop facility in writing skills
- Clear explanations of complex concepts
- Handy icons
- More than 200 solved problems and examples
- Test Yourself section in each chapter
From the Back Cover
When it comes to understanding one of your most intimidating
courses--English Grammar--even good students can be confused. This guide
is a must-have for everyone, from students taking the GED to
professionals writing business plans, as it explores the structures of
English grammar and how to use them easily and proficiently.
English
grammar is explained in an easy-to-use format that gets the student
comfortable with communication quickly and easily. The message of
English Grammar for the Utterly Confused
is simple: You don't have to be confused anymore. With the wealth of
expert advice from the author, who has taught thousands of confused
students, English grammar is demystified once and for all, as you
acquire the ability to speak and write competently, correctly, and
confidently. Don't wait another minute--get on the road to higher grades
and greater confidence, and go from utterly confused to totally
prepared in no time!
Laurie Rozakis, Ph.D. ,a recipient of
the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching, is an associate
professor of English at the State University of New York College of
Technology at Farmingdale and has taught grammar and usage for more than
25 years.
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