How to Speak and Write Correctly by Joseph Devlin
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"How to Speak and Write Correctly" by Joseph Devlin is a practical guide on effective communication methods, likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to equip ordinary readers with fundamental skills in speaking and writing properly in the English language, emphasizing clarity and simplicity. The opening of this text introduces the author’s intention to create a resource for those lacking the time or inclination for more complex literature on
grammar and rhetoric. Devlin stresses that mastering a core vocabulary of about 2,000 words is sufficient for effective communication, as opposed to the vast number of words available in English. He discusses the importance of choosing simple, familiar terms over complicated or pompous language, which can mask genuine understanding and communication. The author positions his work as a straightforward, accessible guide aimed at helping individuals express themselves correctly and confidently in both spoken and written forms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Devlin, Joseph (Lexicographer) |
|---|---|
| Editor | Waters, Theodore, 1870- |
| LoC No. | 10030160 |
| Title | How to Speak and Write Correctly |
| Credits | Produced by Tom Allen, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PE: Language and Literatures: English |
| Subject | English language -- Grammar |
| Subject | English language -- Rhetoric |
| Subject | English language -- Style |
| Subject | English language -- Usage |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 6409 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 867 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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