Good writing is based on sound, logical thinking. That is the approach taken in this concise, comprehensive guide to the principles of good grammar and standard English word usage. A practical analysis of the parts of speech demonstrates how they work together in a correctly constructed sentence.
A complete pocket conjugation guide of all tenses, which contains over 3000 of the most commonly used English irregular verbs. To facilitate comprehension, a review of English Grammar & a guide to standard usage are included. This new quick-reference handbook is ideal for those who speak English as a second language.
Its Sources, Meaning, and Influence on Thought and Expression
In the Middle Ages, numbers held a significance far beyond their mathematical utility, deeply embedded in the culture's consciousness. This classic study explores how numbers were perceived as living realities, rich with memories and meanings. The number three, for instance, was intimately linked to the Trinity, imbuing it with profound significance that may be elusive to modern readers. Numbers associated with constellations, planets, and astronomical phenomena were believed to carry divine implications. The author delves into three primary sources of number symbolism: basic symbols stemming from humanity's need to count and identify natural groupings, ancient Babylonian astrology, and Pythagorean number theory, which established relationships among numbers. Subsequent chapters explore the Gnostics' intricate blending of these elements and how early Church Fathers adopted and expanded upon this number philosophy. The final sections focus on medieval number philosophy and Dante's employment of number symbolism, particularly in The Divine Comedy. This volume appeals to medievalists, numerologists, and literature students, as well as anyone intrigued by the symbology and cultural dimensions of the Middle Ages.