| Author |
Buhlig, Rose, 1883-1958 |
| LoC No. |
14006176
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| Title |
Business English: A Practice Book
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Word study and grammar: Interesting words. Pronunciation. Spelling rules. Word analysis. The sentence and its elements. The noun and the pronoun. The adjective and the adverb. The verb. The preposition and the conjunction -- Composition (oral and written): Oral English. Choosing subjects. Punctuation. The clear sentence. The paragraph. Business letters -- Composition (business practice): Manufacture. Distribution. Advertising. Real estate and insurance. Banking. The corporation.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Suzanne Lybarger, Brian Janes, Emmy,
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| Summary |
"Business English: A Practice Book" by Rose Buhlig is a practical educational resource aimed at teaching effective communication skills in a business context, written in the early 20th century. This book focuses on both oral and written language, emphasizing the application of literary principles to business communication. Readers can expect to gain insights into the essentials of grammar, composition, and business writing techniques necessary for successful interactions within commercial settings. The opening portion of the book introduces the concept of Business English, asserting that it encompasses more than just letter writing. Buhlig emphasizes the importance of oral communication in various business interactions, from sales pitches to customer service. The text also stresses the value of effective written correspondence, highlighting the challenges posed by correct grammar, punctuation, and clarity in written discourse. It sets the stage for a structured study of language elements, beginning with a focus on word usage, pronunciation, and grammatical principles applicable to both spoken and written English in the business environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PE: Language and Literatures: English
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| Subject |
English language -- Grammar
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| Subject |
English language -- Rhetoric
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| Subject |
Commercial correspondence
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
38046 |
| Release Date |
Nov 18, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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