Excerpt from The Etymology and Syntax of the English Language Explained: Illustrated The success, with which the principles of any art or science are investigated, is generally proportioned to the number of those, whose labours are directed to its cultivation and improvement. Inquiry is necessarily the parent of knowledge; error itself, proceeding from discussion, leads ultimately to the establishment of truth. Were we to estimate our progress in the knowledge of English grammar from the number of works already published on the subject, we should perhaps be prompted to infer, that in a field so circumscribed, and at the same time so often and so ably explored, no object worthy of notice could have escaped attention. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The success with which the principles of any art or science are investigated, is generally proportioned to the number of those, whose labours are directed to its cultivation and improvement. Inquiry is necessarily the parent of knowledge; error itself, proceeding from discussion, leads ultimately to the establishment of truth. The author indeed is fully persuaded, that it is impossible to examine the English language with any degree of critical accuracy, and not perceive, that its syntactical principles especially are yet but imperfectly illustrated, and that there are many of its idioms, which have entirely eluded the attention of our grammarians. That these defects are all supplied by the present work, the author is far from having the vanity to believe.

Higher Lessons in English: A work on English grammar and composition, curated by Brainerd Kellogg and Alonzo Reed, stands as a testament to the intricate weave of the English languages grammatical structure and the art of composition. This anthology, rich in its diversity of grammatical instruction and compositional guidance, encapsulates the evolutionary journey of English usage in both spoken and written forms. Spanning a broad spectrum of stylesfrom the prescriptive to the descriptiveit offers readers a comprehensive overview of the languages nuances, highlighted by the inclusion of seminal works that have shaped modern English grammar and composition. The contributions from Brainerd Kellogg and Alonzo Reed, both distinguished educators and authors, reflect their pioneering efforts in the development of English education. Embedded within the historical and cultural milieu of their time, their works align with the late 19th-century movement towards standardizing English education. Together, they enrich the anthology with their collective wisdom, drawn from decades of teaching and linguistic research, thus providing invaluable insights into the mechanics of English and its pedagogical methodologies. For anyone keen on delving into the depths of English grammar and composition, this collection offers a unique educational journey. It not only serves as a bridge connecting readers to the historical underpinnings of English language instruction but also stimulates an appreciation for the precision and flexibility of English. By exploring the varied perspectives and instructional strategies of Kellogg and Reed, readers will find themselves better equipped to navigate the complexities of the language, making this anthology an indispensable resource for students, educators, and language enthusiasts alike.