Fowler’s Modern English Usage is a classic reference work on English grammar, style, and usage, long regarded as an authoritative guide for writers, editors, students, and scholars. This is the Second Edition, revised and edited by Sir Ernest Gowers, preserving Fowler’s original intent while updating usage guidance for modern readers. Published by Oxford University Press. Paperback edition. ISBN 0-19-281389-7.

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