The Threshold of English Prose

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Threshold of English Prose
Authors and Contributors      Edited by H. A. Treble
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:252
Dimensions(mm): Height 203,Width 127
Category/GenreProse - non-fiction
Literary studies - general
ISBN/Barcode 9781107665460
ClassificationsDewey:828.91209
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 12 June 2014
Publication Country United Kingdom

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.