Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation

by Lynne Truss

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In a world increasingly adrift in a sea of grammatical errors, one voice rises with wit and urgency to defend the humble yet mighty punctuation mark. This book champions the essential role of commas, apostrophes, and semicolons, revealing how these often-overlooked symbols shape meaning and prevent hilarious misunderstandings. Through a delightful exploration of examples ranging from historical texts to everyday signage, the author makes a compelling and entertaining case for the preservation of proper punctuation. Prepare to see your punctuation marks in a whole new light and perhaps even develop a newfound respect for the power of a well-placed comma.

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Gotham

Published Apr 11, 2006

209 pages

ISBN: 9781592402038

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Gotham Books

Published Jan 1, 2008

176 pages

ISBN: 9781592403912

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First Published

2003

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eng

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