Description: How to Speak and Write Correctly How to Speak and Write Correctly Joseph Devlin “Every person of intelligence should be able to use his mother tongue correctly. It only requires a little pains, a little care, a little study to enable one to do so, and the recompense is great.” The quote is from Joseph Devlin, the author of How to Speak and Write Correctly, one of the most enduring and useful guide books to effective communication. First published in 1910, it has been an unpretentious, valuable handbook for those who have neither the time nor the inclination for in-depth study of the elaborate intricacies of grammar and composition. Devlin covers the essentials in plain language with a focus on practical application for everyone. Topics include the three essentials of speech – purity, propriety and precision; the elements of grammar; analysis of sentence structure and rules for coherent sentence construction; proper punctuation and common punctuation errors; and the use of figurative language. The author gives significant space to the many idiomatic terms and expressions peculiar to the language and to the common errors made by even the finest writers and speakers. Many readers find the background material on the history of language interesting and instructive. Others find the tips on letter writing and sample letters helpful. Whether your involvement with speaking and writing is occasional or professional, the time spent with this accessible volume will yield insights and reminders that can’t help but improve your ability to communicate. Play sample: Product Details Read by: Multiple readers Length: 5 hours and 38 minutes Type: Collaborative reading Media: MP3 CD Package: DVD box Item No.: DB-1097 EAN: 0683422134258 List Price: $9.99 Credits Production Book Coordinator: Andrew Lebrun Meta Coordinator: Anita Roy Dobbs The Recordings About MP3 Audio This MP3 digital audiobook is duplicated on compact disc in the MP3 audio format and is designed to play on any computer. It will play on CD and DVD players that are designed with MP3 capability. The files contained in an MP3 CD can be imported and played on mobile devices such as the iPod, iPhone, iPad, Android tablets and smart phones and on PSP (Play Station Portable) and PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) devices. Your CD/DVD player or mobile device owner’s manual should specify whether the device has MP3 compatibility. 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Table of Contents Track Chapter Reader Duration 01 00 - Introduction Andrew Lebrun 2:16 02 01 - Requirements of Speech David Barnes 12:32 03 02 - Essentials of English Grammar Ophelia Darcy 40:20 04 03 - The Sentence David Barnes 29:04 05 04 - Figurative Language Sean McGaughey 17:21 06 05 - Punctuation Kara Shallenberg 32:53 07 06 - Letter Writing Rosalind Wills 26:19 08 07 - Errors Hugh McGuire 26:27 09 08 - Pitfalls to Avoid David Barnes 37:00 10 09 - Style Andrew Lebrun 27:29 11 10 - Suggestions Esther 18:26 12 11 - Slang Kristin Hughes 17:25 13 12 - Writing for Newspapers Andrew Lebrun 18:48 14 13 - Choice of Words Kara Shallenberg 13:22 15 14 - English Language Denny Sayers 14:00 16 15 - Masters and Masterpieces of Literature Kirsten Ferreri 4:32 Terms and Conditions Terms of Sale The buyer can pay using the Checkout button when the listing ends or wait to receive an automated email invoice shortly after the listing ends with totals and payment instructions. 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Format: MP3 CD Audiobook
Run Time: 5 hours and 38 minutes
Subject: Self-Help
Length: Unabridged
Topic: Writing and public speaking
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Narrator: Multiple readers
Case Type: Tall/DVD Case
Language: English
Publication Year: 2015
Book Title: How to Speak and Write Correctly
Intended Audience: Adults
Author: Joseph Devlin
Narrative Type: Non-Fiction
Publisher: MP3 Audioboo Classics
Genre: Personal & Professional Development
Type: Audiobook