Oxford A-Z of English Usage by Jeremy Butterfield

Oxford A-Z of English Usage by Jeremy Butterfield

Readers and writers of all levels will find the Oxford A-Z of English Usage essential. Based on Oxford's world-leading dictionary research programmes and contemporary language monitoring and giving examples of real usage, this book provides the essential information about usage and correct English that is needed on a day-to-day basis. Arranged in A-Z sequence, it contains over 600 entries on common issues of uncertainty and confusion (e.g. licence / license; learning difficulties / mental handicap; lest; less; and latter) . In addition, there are more than 20 special feature articles on specific topics such as hyphenation or the use of Latin plurals. With a two-colour page design, the Oxford A-Z of English Usage gives the reader quick and easy access to the answers, with clear and coherent explanations and illustrations. It will prove the first port of call for any reader seeking clear, authoritative help with usage questions. Both easy to use and comprehensive, it is an essential tool for writing at home, in the office, at school, and at college.

Jeremy Butterfield

Jeremy Butterfield is a freelance lexicographer, language expert and writer, and an OUP author. For many years he worked in senior editorial positions in Collins English and Bilingual Dictionaries. He is also the author of the popular book on the English language, Damp Squid: The English Language
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ISBN 13	9780199231539
ISBN 10	0199231532
Title	Oxford A-Z of English Usage
Author	Jeremy Butterfield
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Year published	2007-08-23
Number of pages	176
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