The Grammar of English Grammars by Goold Brown
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"The Grammar of English Grammars" by Goold Brown is a comprehensive guide on the English language and its grammatical rules, likely written in the mid-19th century. The work aims to provide a thorough understanding of grammar, addressing both common usages and misconceptions while presenting a structured approach for teaching and learning the language. The opening of the book sets the stage for an ambitious undertaking, as Brown reflects on his long-term goal
of creating a complete grammar of English. He distinguishes his work from mere collections of rules or criticisms of existing grammars, establishing a purpose that combines historical context, critical analysis, and practical exercises. Brown discusses his efforts to improve upon previous manuals, emphasizing the importance of proper teaching methods and offering a multitude of examples and exercises intended to make grammar accessible and engaging for learners. This thorough introduction indicates that the text will serve both educators and students in their pursuit of linguistic accuracy and skills. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brown, Goold, 1791-1857 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Grammar of English Grammars |
| Credits | Produced by Karl Hagen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | English language -- Grammar |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11615 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1337 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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