Modern Australian Usage - Couverture rigide

Hudson, Nicholas

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0195548604 ISBN 13 : 9780195548600

Editeur : OUP Australia and New Zealand, 1993

Synopsis

"Modern Australian Usage" is a book of questions and answers, but not necessarily in matching pairs. Even when cut-and-dried answers are not possible, Nick Hudson offers clarification on a range of contentious issues and new angles on debates that will long continue to rage. In addition to practical guidance on how to ensure that readers always (or nearly always) say what they mean, the book also includes information on such topics as copyright, word processing, printing and the role of publishers and editors.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

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

Biographie de l'auteur

Nicholas Hudson is a jack of many word trades - author, editor, typesetter and publisher - with a lifetime experience of wrangling meaning from words.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: OUP Australia and New Zealand
• Date d'édition: 1993
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0195548604
• ISBN 13: 9780195548600
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 400
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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