Plain Words, Ernest Gowers and Rebecca Gowers

Автор: Gowers, Rebecca
Название: Horrible Words
ISBN: 014197897X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780141978970
Издательство: Random House - Penguin
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Nothing inflames language purists like an illogical irregardless or a hideous otherization. To a purist these are "howlers" and "non-words," fit only for scorn. But in their rush to condemn such terms, are the nay-sayers missing something? This provocative and hugely entertaining book shows how the diktats of the pedants are repeatedly based on misinformation, false reasoning and straight-up snobbery. The result is a brilliant work of history, a surreptitious introduction to linguistics, and a mischievous salute to misusers of the language. Crammed with fabulous anecdotes and quotes from language purists and abusers throughout history, including Jane Austen, James Joyce, and Wayne and Garth, it also speculates on new and future coinages ("innuendous," "webinarathon").

Автор: Gowers, E
Название: Complete Plain Words
ISBN: 0140511997 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780140511994
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Описание: Current usage of vocabulary and style is explained clearly and sections included cover: jargon, cliches, spelling and punctuation; ground rules of grammar; superfluous words, overuse or misuse; sexist language, the influence of science and technology, American English and exemplary clarity.

Автор: Gower Iris
Название: Daughters of Rebecca
ISBN: 0552160490 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780552160490
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Описание: Shanni is a spirited, lively girl, but her tragic life has given her little chance to enjoy herself. Then, at a moment of despair, she is given protection by lovely, wealthy Llinos, and goes to live with her at the famous pottery in Swansea. But when they both meet the dashing Dafydd, Shanni begins to regard her employer as her rival in love.

Автор: Gowers, Rebecca
Название: Horrible Words
ISBN: 1846148510 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781846148514
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Описание: A guide to the most reviled words in English, masquerading as advice on how and why you might want to use them. It is also a bold manifesto that asserts our common rights over English, even as it questions the true nature of style.