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Usage and Abusage by Eric Partridge - First Edition - from Schroeder's Book Haven and Biblio.com
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In this new edition, the author has revised Partridge's popular reference book to reflect the language of well-informed writers, readers, and speakers of today. She has also added a section to the book entitled "Vogue Words," which includes words that have acquired a new power and influence.


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"Entertaining and informative."

Usage and Abusage

by Partridge, Eric

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Book desription: New York: Norton, 1995. 1st Am. ed. Hardcover. 389 pages. . ISBN: . New, revised edition of the old standard. How to pick the right words - and avoid the wrong ones - in speech and writing. Fine/Fine. Clean, tight, appears unopened. Dj in protective mylar sleeve. .

  • Bookseller: Schroeder's Book Haven US (US)
  • Bookseller Inventory #: A8917
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • ISBN 10: 0393037614
  • ISBN 13: 9780393037616
  • Publisher: New York: Norton, 1995. 1st Am. ed. Hardcover. 389 pages.
  • Date published: 1995
  • Size: 5.75 x 8.75 x 1.5 inches
  • Weight: 1.35 pounds

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