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The Threshold of English Prose
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
The Threshold of English Prose
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Authors and Contributors |
Edited by H. A. Treble
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:252 | Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 127 |
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Category/Genre | Prose - non-fiction Literary studies - general |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781107665460
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Classifications | Dewey:828.91209 |
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Audience | Tertiary Education (US: College) | |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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Publication Date |
12 June 2014 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Originally published in 1930, this book was written to provide younger readers with examples from various forms of English prose, excluding the novel. The text is divided into seven main sections encompassing essays, letters, biography, travel writing, nature writing, history and public speeches. Each section begins with an editorial introduction and exercises are included at the end. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in English prose and the history of education.
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