Lectures on Language, as Particularly Connected With English Grammar: Designed for the Use of Teachers and Advanced Learners

by William Stevens Balch

Excerpt from Lectures on Language, as Particularly Connected With English Grammar

The humble attempt here made is designed to open the way for an exposition of language on truly philosophical principles, which, when correctly explained, are abundantly simple and extensively useful. With what success this pornt has been labored the reader will determine....

259 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1838

Reviews

[Iami Menotu · Rating 1 out of 5]

There is an earth load of quality in this gassy galaxy of a book

[Naomi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Balch makes English grammar enjoyable, even, at times, exciting. Some of his science has been overthrown (he is seeking a scientific approach to English grammar), but still fun for fans of words and how we use them.