The Elements of English: A Glossary of Basic Terms for Literature, Composition, and Grammar

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Stan Malless Jeff McQuain

The Elements of English

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ISBN: 9781442241954

A Glossary of Basic Terms for Literature, Composition, and Grammar

Stan Malless, Jeff McQuain

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Rowman & Littlefield
18 August 2014

Usage & grammar guides; Creative writing & creative writing guides

Stan Malles and Jeff McQuain have written this brief, yet very important glossary in the spirit of E.D. Hirsch’s bestselling Cultural Literacy. Here is a dictionary of basic terms for literature, composition, and grammar that every American, no matter their age, needs to know.

Perfect for home and classroom use, The Elements of English is simple to use, unintimidating to read and easy to understand. Each area of language arts is divided into its own section, and a comprehensive index is also included. Each entry is concise, yet explained very clearly. Examples are listed to illustrate meanings, as are reminders, hints, and tips that further define and elucidate the terms.

The Elements of English has been used very successfully in classrooms across the country. This revised and expanded edition includes new entries plus three additional appendices. This is a little book that fills a big need, and it deserves a wide distribution and readership.

By: Stan Malless, Jeff McQuain
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 211mm, Width: 137mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 122g
ISBN: 9781442241954
ISBN 10: 1442241950
Pages: 88
Publication Date: 18 August 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Stan Malless has taught literature, composition and grammar at both grade school and collegiate levels. His poetry has appeared in Antietam Review, The Antigonish Review and Lyrical Iowa. He lives in Des Moines with his wife. Jeff McQuain has a Ph.D. in Literary Studies from The American University, where he has also taught college composition. He was a longtime research associate for the “on Language” column in The New York Times and he is the author of the syndicated newspaper feature “Our Language.”