The origins of 800 common words derived from the names of uncommon people. Each entry includes the eponym, a biographical sketch of the perrson from whom it was derived, and an account of its origin, as well as the definition and current usage.
For more than a quarter of a century, as the creator and proprietor of the National Grammar Hot Line, Michael Strumpf helped thousands of callers from every corner of the globe tackle the thorniest issues of English grammar. In The Grammar Bible, he answers the most common, the most insightful, and the funniest questions asked of him by students, editors, lawyers, doctors, and writers of all stripes. Professor Strumpf's unique question-and-answer sections follow concise but thorough explanations of the various elements of good grammar, from parts of speech to types of sentences; together, they comprise the ideal primer on speech and writing, showing readers how to express themselves more impressively. Whether you need a comprehensive review of the subjunctive mood or simply want to know which form of a verb to use, The Grammar Bible is a practical handbook that will enlighten, educate, and entertain you.
Lists the meanings for more than fifteen thousand abbreviations and acronyms, from a. to Zur
A convenient, clearly organized reference tool that allows you to check quickly on the correct usage of any form of punctuation. Individual chapters on the comma, the period, the question mark, the semicolon, and all the other forms of punctuation. Special features Concise history of the development of each punctuation mark Many example sentences showing how each mark is used Table of proofreader's marks. The perfect desk/shelf reference tool for the student, businessperson, and professional or general consumer, from Webster's New World TM , the first name in dictionaries and language.