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Looks at Shakespeare's unique use of language in both prose and verse, including the new phrases he coined, his word arrangement, and his use of puns and metaphors.

Discusses the style and grammar of the English language.

Presents a concise style manual that provides the basic elementary principles of English usage and composition, with tips on commonly misused words and expressions, style, and spelling.

Simplifies the most important points of grammar, punctuation, and style. Includes a list of frequently misspelled words and demonstrates proper usage with quotations from literature and popular culture.

A collection of writings from the "New York Times" column "On Language" which provide observations on grammar, usage, and etymology.

Study of the English language and what accounts for its success as the most widely spoken language in the history of humankind.

A collection of original essays in which fifteen writers reflect on how their original languages shaped the English they write and the people they have become.

Provides an overview of the fundamental rules of the English language, including tips for mastering some of the more confusing spelling, punctuation, grammar, capitalization, and conjugation rules.