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Publication Date: July 5, 2005 | Series: The Pocket Idiot's Guide

Writing an academic paper or business document need not be a daunting task. The Pocket Idiot’s Guide to Grammar and Punctuation provides the basics rules of grammar and punctuation, along with the examples readers need to make points clearly and quickly.

• Straightforward, no-frills rules of grammar and punctuation with clever, interesting examples that clarify points without complicating them

• Examples of common mistakes and how to avoid them

• Computer spellcheckers cannot adequately correct grammar and punctuation

• Pocket-size format is perfect for carrying in a laptop case

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• Straightforward, no-frills rules of grammar and punctuation with clever, interesting examples that clarify points without complicating them

• Examples of common mistakes and how to avoid them

• Computer spellcheckers cannot adequately correct grammar and punctuation

• Pocket-size format is perfect for carrying in a laptop case

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JAY STEVENSON, Ph.D., teaches writing, English literature, and cultural studies at Rutgers University and is the author of five Complete Idiot’s Guides®. He has written for Studies in English Literature 1500–1900 and for the Grinnell Review.

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Reading level: Ages 18 and up
Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: Alpha (July 5, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1592573932
ISBN-13: 978-1592573936
Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 4.3 x 0.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

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5.0 out of 5 stars fabulous SAT study resource, August 27, 2008

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I am an SAT tutor, and I use this book to teach grammar for the writing section ... with terrific results!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Desk reference book., August 14, 2011

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I am a writer and it is nice to have a small reference book that is straightforward and to the point. This book is easy to look up whatever I have in question. Money well spent. Love it!

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This is a handy refereance for anyone who needs to help with grammar. It is to the point and wast no space with small talk. I really found it to be a great friend in my writing.

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