Includes index.

Often students back away in fear at the mere mention of 'grammar' and will do anything to avoid terminology, such as 'subordinating conjunction' and 'participial phrase'. Grammar and Usage, Naturally allays these fears by presenting a comprehensive yet understandable explanation of grammar and syntax. Over three sections, you will learn the fundamentals of sentence structure, write paragraphs in various rhetorical modes, and develop a more mature writing style. Sentence combining exercises engage you in the writing process, and unique exercises help you become a proficient writer. These exercises include chapter exercises, which ask you to compose rather than merely identify, and 'Components at Work', which include 'Using Your Skills in Sentences', 'Using Your Skills in Reading', and 'Using Your Skills in Composition'. Each 'Using Your Skills' exercise directs you to incorporate the grammatical concept from not only that chapter but also the previous chapters, reinforcing your writing skills. Last, Grammar and Usage, Naturally accentuates correct writing, essentially showing you 'Here's how to do it right' instead of 'Look at everything you do wrong'. Overall, this book provides you the information and practice necessary to become a competent, confident writer and editor. - Provided by the author.

Text in English.