Making a Point. Book Summary

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David Crystal

What’s inside

An engaging exploration of punctuation’s history in the English language and the evolution of its rules.

You’ll Learn

  • Gain a deeper understanding of English punctuation
  • Improve your writing skills
  • Understand the role of punctuation in effective communication
  • Learn about historical and contemporary debates regarding punctuation

Key Points

  • Punctuation’s origins in classical rhetoric
  • Evolving English punctuation rules
  • Punctuation as a means of expression
  • The impact of digital communication on punctuation
  • Modern debates over punctuation use

Who’s it For

  • English teachers
  • linguists
  • writers
  • students learning English

About the author

David Crystal is a renowned linguist, academic and author known for his numerous works on the English language.