The structure of the English sentence
by OpenStories
Original author: Lillian Kimball Stewart
"The Structure of the English Sentence" by Lillian G. Kimball is an instructional textbook focused on English grammar written in the late 19th century. The book aims to enhance readers' understanding of English sentence structure and grammar with an emphasis on the importance of communication and clarity in expressing thoughts. It seeks to transform the often dry study of grammar into a more engaging exploration of language use. At the start of the text, the author outlines a clear vision for how English grammar should be approached, emphasizing that it is not merely a collection of rules but a study of thought and expression. Kimball advocates for analyzing sentences as whole units that convey ideas, encouraging readers to understand the relationships between different components such as subjects and predicates. This foundation sets the stage for examining various aspects of sentence structure, aiming to equip students with the analytical tools necessary for effective writing and communication.
The structure of the English sentence, by Lillian Kimball Stewart. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #75077.
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34 Chapters
- 1.Preface701 words
- 2.Chapter I: The Proposition1,275 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Classification of Propositions1,627 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Classification of Sentences According to Structure1,264 words
- 5.Chapter IV: The Classification of Sentences According to Form1,390 words
- 6.Chapter V: The Adjective Clause2,472 words
- 7.Chapter VI: The Analysis of Simple, Partially Compound, and Complex Sentences957 words
- 8.Chapter VII: The Substantive Clause2,503 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: Analysis of Sentences Containing Noun Clauses490 words
- 10.Chapter IX: The Adverbial Clause of Time1,392 words
- 11.Chapter X: The Adverbial Clause of Place816 words
- 12.Chapter XI: The Adverbial Clause of Manner845 words
- 13.Chapter XII: The Analysis of Sentences593 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: The Adverbial Clause of Cause1,179 words
- 15.Chapter XIV: Clauses of Purpose and Result1,345 words
- 16.Chapter XV: The Adverbial Clause of Condition1,079 words
- 17.Chapter XVI: The Adverbial Clause of Concession1,188 words
- 18.Chapter XVII: The Adverbial Clause of Degree or Comparison2,785 words
- 19.Chapter XVIII: The Compound Sentence2,348 words
- 20.Chapter XIX: The Conjunction in Some of Its Uses1,678 words
- 21.Chapter XX: The Infinitive Phrase5,096 words
- 22.Chapter XXI: The Participial Phrase2,745 words
- 23.Chapter XXII: The Gerund1,797 words
- 24.Chapter XXIII: The Prepositional Phrase3,848 words
- 25.Chapter XXIV: The Appositive Phrase2,137 words
- 26.Chapter XXV: The Direct Object1,398 words
- 27.Chapter XXVI: The Subjective Complement1,078 words
- 28.Chapter XXVII: The Objective Complement1,551 words
- 29.Chapter XXVIII: The Indirect Object863 words
- 30.Chapter XXIX: The Adverbial Noun989 words
- 31.Chapter XXX: Peculiar Modifications2,065 words
- 32.Chapter XXXI: Independent Elements2,105 words
- 33.Chapter XXXII: Sentence Modifiers1,400 words
- 34.Chapter XXXIII: Elliptical Sentences11,173 words