Plain Words by Sir Ernest Gowers (188 results)

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Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. All orders are dispatched within one working day from our UK warehouse. We've been selling books online since 2004! We have over 750,000 books in stock. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Some wear to covers and spine, mainly edges and corners, edges and corners a little creased and worn, also a little grubby, internally in good condition, pages crisp and clear but slightly yellowing, top right corner lightly creased throughout, previous owners name on title page.

Softcover Satin Finish. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. ### The Complete Plain Words by Sir Ernest Gowers 1962 ### ## THIS BOOk: Classified: VERY GOOD is the 1998 Edition. The book was first published in 1948, The ABC of Plain Words in 1951, The Complete Plain Words in 1954 and then in Pelican Books in 1962. It is a clean and tidy book, with general discolouring of page edges due to paper quality and tight spine. READ ON: We provide images of all our books and maps so you know what you buy. READ ON for more information and details. ## ## The Complete Plain Words, authored by Sir Ernest Gowers in 1962, is a timeless work that serves as both a style guide and a beacon for writing clear, concise, and proper English. ## ## The Complete Plain Words: A Brief Overview: Originally commissioned by the Treasury in 1948. Its mission? To demystify the intricacies of the English language, guiding readers toward simplicity, precision, and elegance in their prose. Sir Ernest Gowers achieved this with remarkable finesse. ### Key Themes Explored: 1. Jargon: Gowers dissects the use of specialised language, urging writers to avoid unnecessary complexity. His mantra: plain words over convoluted jargon. ## 2. Spelling and Punctuation: The book concisely explains correct spelling and practical punctuation. It champions clarity over confusion. ## 3. Superfluous Words: Gowers encourages us to trim excess verbiage. Why say more when fewer words suffice? ## 4. Word Choice: He emphasises selecting familiar and precise words. Simplicity, after all, is the ultimate sophistication. ##5. Handling Words: Gowers delves into the art of word manipulation, urging writers to wield language with care and precision. ##6. Legal English: A digression explores the peculiarities of legal language, offering insights into clarity within a complex field.##7. Epilogue: The journey concludes with reflections on the power of plain words and their enduring impact.## ### Enduring Legacy: The Complete Plain Words has never waned in popularity. Its wisdom continues to resonate, guiding generations of writers, editors, and communicators. Whether you're drafting a memo, crafting an essay, or composing an email, Gowers' principles remain relevant. The Complete Plain Words stands as a beacon of simplicity in a world often enamoured with verbosity. It reminds us that eloquence need not be convoluted. ## Penguin Books: A Tale of Affordable Literature: Origins: In the bustling literary landscape of 1930s Britain, a visionary named Allen Lane stepped forward. His dream? To make quality books accessible to all?books that could be "bought as easily and casually as a packet of cigarettes." Thus, in 1935, Penguin Books was born. Lane's mission was clear: democratise reading.## ## The Penguin Revolution: With its iconic orange and white covers, Penguin revolutionised publishing. Lane's brainchild offered a treasure trove of literature spanning genres and eras. From classic novels to thought-provoking non-fiction, Penguin catered to diverse tastes. And it did so at a price that didn't break the bank.## ## Crossing the Pond: In 1939, Penguin spread its wings across the Atlantic, establishing a United States office. The penguin logo waddled into the hearts of readers worldwide. The company's commitment to affordability remained unwavering.## ## INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please Note. FREE SHIPPING IS UK ONLY. Please get in touch with me for a shipping quotation. ##. No Author signature.

paperback. Condition: Good. Posted within 1 working day. 1st class tracked post to the UK, Airmail with tracking worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item.

Mass market Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Reprint. The classic work on the avoidance of jargon, pomposities and bad taste in the use of the English language. Spine uncreased, carefully wrapped in yellowing loose plastic. Yellowing to page edges. Slight tide mark to fore edge, not affecting the interior.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Corner unclipped, some wear to edges and corners of dustjacket, edges a little creased and worn, large rip from side to side on top edge of back cover, area creased and worn, some light wear to covers and spine, corners a little bumped, top and bottom of spine a little bumped, internally in good condition, pages crisp and clear, previous owners name on front end paper.

Paperback. Condition: Acceptable. Paperback. Pages tanned. Photograph available on request.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Photograph available on request.

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Good condition paperback no DJ. 332 pages browning good and clean with clear print, indexed. 'Since it first appeared in the fifties. The complete plain words has exercised a large and salutary ifluence on official and much other English. It is, in its own field, a classic.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Unterschrift / Widmung ohne Bezug; Deutlicher Riss.

Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.84.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Tanning to cover Light shelf wear to edges Tanning to text block.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Good condition soft cover showing title etc clearly on front cover, no DJ. 146 pages good and clean with clear print. Previous owner written name on fly sheet, no foxing.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Paperback. Photograph available on request.

hardcover. Condition: Used; Acceptable. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Missing jacket. The dust jacket of the book is missing. Damaged book. Slightly damaged in some way typically, a grazed corner or torn cover.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1950 reprint. Paperback. v, 94 pp. A guide to the use of English by officials. Cream paper covers. Text clean. Overall condition Good.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. In a green cloth hardcover with gilt titles to spine. With an unclipped cream dust jacket with red and black titles to spine and front. 209 pp. The book is in very good condition. The cover is free of shelf-wear and the binding is tight. There are a few spots of foxing to the fore edge and minor damage to the fore edge of 16 pages towards the end of the book, two leaves are uncut.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. As photographed; small tear with no loss to spine base; gift inscription to ffep; otherwise unmarked and clean throughout; pages lightly browned; private ownership; 272pp.

Condition: Good. 1954. No Edition Remarks. 209 pages. No dust jacket. Green cloth. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and sunning.

Condition: Good. 1960. 6th Impression. 209 pages. White dust jacket with lettering over green cloth. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and sunning. Boards are slightly bowed. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with minor tears and chipping. Moderate tanning and creasing, with rubbing and marking.

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. 146pp, softback covers. Internally clean. A supplement to 'Plain Words' - an alphabetical book to consult on the correct use of words in English.

Condition: Good. 1973. Second Edition. 240 pages. Cream dust jacket over black cloth. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and sunning. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with minor tears and chipping. Mild rubbing and marking.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Good condition original dust jacket. Foxing/tanning to end papers and page edges. Photograph available on request.

Hardback book with dust jacket. Good condition. 241pp.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Third impression, 1977, 10 preliminary pages, 241 pages, book in fine condition with very good dust-wrapper (price clipped, spine slightly faded, strip of browning around 2 edges of the rear panel).

Condition: Good. 1958. 5th Impression. 209 pages. Grey dust jacket over green cloth. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Overall a good condition item. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and sunning. Unclipped jacket has light edge-wear with minor tears and chipping. Mild rubbing and marking.