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Modern Australian Usage

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Q: Why have a guide to using language when you can look it up on the internet? A: Because you often can't find a clear or reliable answer. However, Nicholas Hudson's wonderfully comprehensive and practical compendium on the English language will tell you what you need to know.

Should you use 'lay' or 'lie'? How do you use a semicolon correctly? What's a willy-willy? The difference between a town and a city, or a boat and a ship? In his witty and pithy entries, Nicholas Hudson identifies commonly confused terms. He explains how to use the key elements of English grammar and punctuation to convey the meaning you intend. He highlights distinctively Australian usage and terms, and covers the impact of digital technologies on writing and publishing.

Modern Australian Usage should be on the desk of every writer who wants to expand their understanding of our rich and frustrating language.

'A comprehensive usage guide based on great knowledge, experience and love of language... immensely readable...' - Susan Butler, The Editor, Macquarie Dictionary

'Insightful and original observations on Australian usage: an essential read for all lovers of language.' - Kate Burridge, Professor of Linguistics, Monash University


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Publisher: Allen & Unwin Edition: 3

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781925267136
  • File size: 1400 KB
  • Release date: April 22, 2015

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781925267136
  • File size: 1338 KB
  • Release date: April 22, 2015

PDF ebook

  • ISBN: 9781925267136
  • File size: 2858 KB
  • Release date: April 22, 2015

Formats

OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook
PDF ebook

Languages

English

Q: Why have a guide to using language when you can look it up on the internet? A: Because you often can't find a clear or reliable answer. However, Nicholas Hudson's wonderfully comprehensive and practical compendium on the English language will tell you what you need to know.

Should you use 'lay' or 'lie'? How do you use a semicolon correctly? What's a willy-willy? The difference between a town and a city, or a boat and a ship? In his witty and pithy entries, Nicholas Hudson identifies commonly confused terms. He explains how to use the key elements of English grammar and punctuation to convey the meaning you intend. He highlights distinctively Australian usage and terms, and covers the impact of digital technologies on writing and publishing.

Modern Australian Usage should be on the desk of every writer who wants to expand their understanding of our rich and frustrating language.

'A comprehensive usage guide based on great knowledge, experience and love of language... immensely readable...' - Susan Butler, The Editor, Macquarie Dictionary

'Insightful and original observations on Australian usage: an essential read for all lovers of language.' - Kate Burridge, Professor of Linguistics, Monash University


Expand title description text
  • Details

    Publisher:
    Allen & Unwin
    Edition:
    3

    OverDrive Read
    ISBN: 9781925267136
    File size: 1400 KB
    Release date: April 22, 2015

    EPUB ebook
    ISBN: 9781925267136
    File size: 1338 KB
    Release date: April 22, 2015

    PDF ebook
    ISBN: 9781925267136
    File size: 2858 KB
    Release date: April 22, 2015

  • Creators
  • Formats
    OverDrive Read
    EPUB ebook
    PDF ebook
  • Languages
    English