Semicolon: The Past, Present, and Future of a Misunderstood Mark
Semicolon: The Past, Present, and Future of a Misunderstood Mark
Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2019
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Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 2019213
Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Semicolon: The Past, Present, and Future of a Misunderstood Mark, Cecelia Watson explores the history, evolution, and cultural impact of the semicolon. She emphasizes its flexibility and the various ways individuals use it in writing. Watson invites readers to reconsider strict grammatical rules and appreciate the semicolon's unique role in shaping language and communication.
Informative
Contemplative
Mysterious
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Semicolon: The Past, Present, and Future of a Misunderstood Mark by Cecelia Watson is lauded for its intriguing exploration of the semicolon’s history and surprising insights into language rules. Critics praise its engaging narrative and depth, though some find its scope limited. Overall, it enlightens readers on punctuation's cultural significance.
Who Should Read Semicolon: The Past, Present, and Future of a Misunderstood Mark?
A reader who enjoys Semicolon: The Past, Present, and Future of a Misunderstood Mark would likely have a passion for linguistics, grammar, and history. Fans of Lynne Truss's Eats, Shoots & Leaves and Mary Norris's Between You & Me: Confessions of a Comma Queen would find it particularly engaging and insightful.
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Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction
2019
Adult
18+ years
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