Points of view
R. W. Burchfield
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Points of view
Published
1992
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
150
ISBN-10
0192829432
Description
Points of View begins with two original and entertaining reflections, the first entitled "The Fowler Brothers and the Tradition of Usage Handbooks," the second "An Outline of Euphemisms in English." The selection of shorter pieces which follows--drawn from Burchfield's popular Sunday Times of London column, "Words and Meanings"--concerns the English language as it is used throughout the world. These cover a wide variety of topics, ranging from the language of newspaper recruitment advertising and Valentine's Day messages to the modern use (and misuse) of apostrophes and hyphens. The book concludes with a series of engaging thoughts on individual words--often the most simple--about which there is continuing debate in modern English.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Points of view?
This edition of Points of view has approximately 150 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Points of view?
For most readers, Points of view typically takes between 3h 8m and 2h 5m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 37,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 30m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 37,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Points of view?
The estimated word count for Points of view is approximately 37,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Points of view?
Points of view was written by R. W. Burchfield.
When was Points of view published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1992. The original work may have been published on a different date.