How to Speak and Write Correctly

First published in 1910, this was the self-improvement guide of its era: a practical manual for anyone who wanted to write with clarity, speak with authority, and master the art of English expression. Joseph Devlin covers the essentials that still matter: building strong sentences, deploying figures of speech effectively, choosing the precise word, and crafting letters that get results. It's also a fascinating time capsule. Some advice has aged gracefully; some reveals how much the language has evolved. But the underlying principles of clarity, economy, and style remain as relevant as ever. Whether you read it for its historical charm or its enduring wisdom about what makes communication work, this book delivers what its title promises.