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The Modern Scholar

A Way With Words Part III: Grammar for Adults

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The Modern Scholar

By: Professor Michael D.C. Drout
Narrated by: Professor Michael D.C. Drout
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Who eats shoots and leaves? A panda? Or a gunman at a restaurant? The answer to this all depends on - you guessed it - grammar. In the third part of his extraordinary Way with Words series, Professor Drout continues to explore humanity's intimate association with language, here delving into the finer points of English grammar. Since others judge you by the way you speak, the intricacies of grammar, in fact, should not be relegated to the realm of fussy "guardians of the language," but are rather essential clues all can employ to communicate more exactly. In such a light, this course forms an invaluable guide for everyone from all fields of interest.Download the accompanying reference guide.©2008 Michael D.C. Drout (P)2008 Recorded Books English Language Learning Witty English Grammar
Historical Language Insights • Logical Grammar Explanations • Engaging Narration • Comprehensive Linguistic Approach

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I've had several audio books from Drout, I always enjoy his humour. He takes a light touch to the material whilst still being informative and helpful. Will download the other books from him for this series! I have always had a struggle understanding grammar but I did find his way of looking at things helpful. He made it more like a story than a formula, which works for me. I recommend it!

Drout is always a pleasure

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Drout describes in a very interesting way the elements of the speech and most (if not all) the rules you need to get a good handle on the english language. His narrative is so engaging that I dare to say it is almost hypnotic. Among the things he talks about are the elements of speech, language history, transformational grammar and more, everything seasoned with his delightful humor and geeky bits of medieval history. His reading of Bewolf is amazing.

I highly recommend this book.

Useful and entertaining

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Would you consider the audio edition of The Modern Scholar to be better than the print version?

I was looking for a book to brush up my grammar and came across this one. I have found most of the grammar books to be boring. But based upon the reviews, I thought I will give this book a chance. I finished this book on my drives to work in about 3 weeks and really enjoyed listening.

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I like the way Professor Drout has made Grammar really interesting to listen to. Chapters 5 to 13 are just fabulous!

What does the narrator bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The fact that the lectures are narrated by Professor Drout made me feel that I was actually attending his lectures in school.

Entertaining book for learning grammar

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Great insights as to why, and how English evolved and continues to evolve into the way it is. Author has passion for this subject and that propels the reader/listener forward.

Well worth the listen. Not tedious.

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What made the experience of listening to The Modern Scholar the most enjoyable?

Prof. Drout has a very engaging style and makes any subject he talks about easy to understand and enjoyable.

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Wonderful supplementary material for English students or anyone who wants to understand language.

Professor Drout explains it all for you

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