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Price: $29.95

Format:
Paperback 256 pp.
70 boxes, 17 tables, 5.5" x 8.5"

ISBN-10:
019543014X

ISBN-13:
9780195430141

Copyright Year:
2009

Imprint: OUP Canada

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Practical Grammar

A Canadian Writer's Resource, Second Edition

Dr. Maxine Ruvinsky

Practical Grammar: A Canadian Writer's Resource, 2/e offers students of all levels and disciplines a succinct and comprehensive overview of the basics of English grammar. It includes clear and concise explanations of important grammatical concepts, information on citation, expert advice on avoiding common errors, review exercises and drills, and tips on research and writing techniques. Practical Grammar is a valuable addition to any class with a focus on writing or a written componenet and can serve as a reference throughout students' academic careers.

Readership : Practical Grammar: A Canadian Writer's Resource is a succinct and comprehensive overview of the basics of English grammar that is valuable as both a text and reference for introductory journalism, composition, and academic writing courses.

A Note to the Reader
A Note to the Teacher
Part I: Grammar Basics
1. Parts of Speech
2. Sentence Structure
3. Verbs Revisited
Part II: Elementary Errors
4. Subject--Verb Agreement
5. Pronoun--Antecedent Agreement and Pronoun Case
6. Diction and Danglers
Part III: Points of Style
7. Parallelism and Faulty Constructions
8. Punctuation
Part IV: Writing Essentials
9. Writing Well: A Compendium of Tips
10. Style and Documentation
Answers to Review Exercises
Glossary of Grammatical Terms
Resource List
Index

There are no Instructor/Student Resources available at this time.

Maxine Ruvinsky is Assistant Professor of Journalism and Acting Chair of Journalism at Thompson Rivers University.

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Special Features

  • Updated. Revised throughout with new pedagogical features to better aid student comprehension and make the text more accessible to students at all levels.
  • Canadian. Written by a Canadian expert in her field specifically for Canadian students.
  • Clear and Concise. Provides students with straightforward answers to common grammar questions.
  • Engaging. Written in an easy-to-understand style using straighforward language.
  • Covers Grammar Basics. Suitable for a wide range of subject areas, disciplines and types of courses.
  • Review Exercises and In-Chapter Drills. Students have the opportunity to apply the skills developed throughout the text.
  • Compact Format. Small and portable; easy to carry around campus.
New to this Edition
  • NEW! Additional exercises and updated pedagogical features.
  • NEW! Quick, concise, and accessible reference guide to common grammar and writing errors on front inside cover.