Simply English

Author: Simon Heffer
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1446473805
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 402

Book Description
In his best-selling Strictly English Simon Heffer explained how to write and speak our language well. In Simply English he offers an entertaining and supremely useful A–Z guide to frequent errors, common misunderstandings and stylistic howlers. What is the difference between amend and emend, between imply and infer, and between uninterested and disinterested? When should one put owing to rather than due to? Why should the temptation to write actually, basically or at this moment in time always be strenuously resisted? How does one use an apostrophe correctly, ensure that one understands what alibi really means, and avoid the perils of the double negative? With articles on everything from punctuation to tabloid English to adverbs and adjectives, Simply English is the essential companion for anyone who cares about the language and wants to use it correctly.

The Analects of Confucius In Plain and Simple English

Author: Confucius
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1621071103
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 1588

Book Description
Confucius is one of the wises' person who ever lived; his words have been quoted more than almost anyone else. But if you come away from reading the great wisdom of Confucius, and don't really see the wisdom, you aren't alone. BookCaps retelling of Confucius Analects, is perfect for the modern reader who is looking for a translation a little fresher and easier to understand. If you have struggled in the past reading the ancient classic, then BookCaps can help you out. This book is a modern translation with a fresh spin. The original text is also presented in the book, along with a comparable version of the modern text. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month.

A Tale of Two Cities In Plain and Simple English

Author: Charles Dickens
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 162107465X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 694

Book Description
Charles Dicken’s “A Tale of Two Cities” is considered one of the greatest novels ever wrote. It also can be difficult to understand--it is loaded with themes, imagery, and symbols. If you need a little help understanding it, let BookCaps help with this study guide. Along with chapter-by-chapter summaries and analysis, this book features the full text of Dicken's classic novel is also included. BookCap Study Guides are not meant to be purchased as alternatives to reading the book.

The Letters of the Apostles in Plain and Simple English

Author: BookCaps Study Guides Staff
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1621074013
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 819

Book Description
Have you ever wanted to read the Bible, but every time you open it up to try it just doesn't make sense? BooKCaps is here to help with this translation of the Letters of the Apostles. This translation is based on the King James Version. It contains both a comparative version of each version and a standalone version of the modern translation. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month.

Think and Grow Rich in Plain and Simple English (Annotated)

Author: BookCaps Study Guides Staff
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1621072932
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 401

Book Description
Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" has helped thousands of people reach their goals and dreams! But it was written over 60 years ago--the dreams of people then and the dreams of people now are radically different! Let BookCaps help with this new modern guide to Hill's classic work. The original work is included with BookCaps' detailed anaylsis with modern suggestions for how to apply the book today. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month. Visit BookCaps.com to find out more.

The Sonnets of William Shakespeare In Plain and Simple English

Author:
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 161042896X
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 771

Book Description
Shakespeares Sonnets is pretty romantic stuff--until you read it! It's full of words that are no longer even used. Now there's a way for the modern reader to see what makes them so great with this translation of the sonnets in plain and simple English. Sit back, relax, and prepared to be wooed by one of the masters of verse. If you have struggled in the past reading Shakespeare, then BookCaps can help you out. This book is a modern translation of the Sonnets. The original text is also presented in the book, along with a comparable version of both text. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month.

Henry V in Plain and Simple English (A Modern Translation and the Original Version)

Author:
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1610428536
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 465

Book Description
Henry V is one of Shakespeare's most famous histories. But let's face it...if you don't understand it, then you are not alone. If you have struggled in the past reading Shakespeare, then BookCaps can help you out. This book is a modern translation of Henry V. The original text is also presented in the book, along with a comparable version of both text. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month.

Metamorphosis in Plain and Simple English (A Modern Translation and the Original Version)

Author: Franz Kafka
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1621071081
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 291

Book Description
A business man wakes up and discovers he has been turned into a cockroach of sorts! Beginnings don't get much better then that! Unfortunately, a hundred years has made most translations of Kafka's classic work feel a bit dated. BookCaps can help with this fresh translation for the modern reader. If you have struggled in the past reading Kafka, then BookCaps can help you out. This book is a modern translation of The Metamorphosis. The original text is also presented in the book, along with a comparable version of both text. We all need refreshers every now and then. Whether you are a student trying to cram for that big final, or someone just trying to understand a book more, BookCaps can help. We are a small, but growing company, and are adding titles every month.

The Classics of Literature In Plain and Simple English - Volume 1

Author: BookCaps
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 162107238X
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 766

Book Description
We've all had moments where we've sat down and said, "I'm finally going to read that great work of literature!" And then we crack it open--it's not a pleasure read...you have to struggle to make sense of every single line! If you just want to enjoy the story of the book, then let BookCaps help! Presented in this anthology is six classic works you've always wanted to read, but never had the time to devote to figuring out what the author is saying! Each book is translated into plain and simple English (while still preserving the integrity and intent of the author) The following works are included in this anthology: Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare Analects of Confucius Faust By Johann Wolfgang von Goethe The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka Oedipus the King by Sophocles Poetics By Aristotle This anthology does not present a line-by-line comparison of the original book; if that is what you are looking for, each of the books in this collection may be purchased separately for just $2.99.

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare In Plain and Simple English

Author: William Shakespeare
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
ISBN: 1621076385
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 9643

Book Description
If you’ve always wanted to read Shakespeare, but are intimidated by the older language, then this is the perfect edition for you! Every single Shakespeare play is included in this massive anthology! Each play contains the original language with modern language underneath!