A S Osborn J E King (5 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Hardcover. No DJ. Edge wear. Brown cloth boards with brown upper text & no spine text. Light soil/spotting expected with age/use. May have other minor incidental cosmetic defects expected with age. Else tight and square. Scarce/rare/hard to find/out of print. All images are stock photos, not of the actual item. Photo requests encouraged prior to purchase. EDU/KIDS. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1906. 4 1/4 x 6. TEXT. A complete collection of difficult common words, with pronunciations and definitions. Brown cloth hard cover, no dust jacket, 134 pages. Very good condition except front flyleaf is missing.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 134 pages. Brown cloth boards are gently bumped.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a practical guide to mastering the art of spelling in the English language. The author recognizes the inherent inconsistencies and challenges of English spelling, emphasizing the importance of learning to spell those words commonly encountered in everyday life. This approach places the book within the broader context of 19th-century educational texts that sought to standardize and solidify the English language, particularly through spelling reform. The book's focus on practical application, rather than abstract rules, makes it a valuable tool for both students and adults struggling with spelling. The author underscores the importance of understanding the meaning of words, suggesting that learning to spell should be intrinsically linked to developing a deeper comprehension of the language. This emphasis on the interconnectedness of spelling and vocabulary, rather than treating them as isolated skills, showcases a forward-thinking approach to language acquisition. Through carefully selected word lists and exercises, the book encourages a more comprehensive approach to learning English, emphasizing the crucial link between correct spelling and clear communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…