Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.We are republishing many of these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This scarce book contains an incredibly detailed treatise on the grammar of the English language. Manual of English Grammar and Composition is readily accessible, making it the perfect book for both teachers and students of English, as well as a great addition to any collection of antiquarian linguistic literature. Containing a level of detail and insight often unparalleled in modern grammar texts, Manual Of English Grammar And Composition is a must-have for discerning students who seek to gain an exemplary knowledge of the evolution of English grammar. This text is split into five parts, including: Parsing and Analysis; Composition: Force and Propriety of Diction; Enlargement of Vocabulary: Figures of Speech; Prose and Poetry; and History of the Language. This book has been chosen for republication because of its immense educational value, and we are proud to republish it here complete with a new introduction to the subject. This book was originally published in 1905.