This book is designed for advanced classes in grammar schools or for pupils in high schools, academies, or ungraded schools who desire a brief, practical, and progressive course in English grammar. The aim of this work is not to teach the greatest possible number of facts about the English language, but rather to give the pupil a mastery of the leading grammatical principles as a means toward the right understanding and correct use of English. A wonderfully detailed and accessible text, this book will greatly appeal to those with an interest in the more advanced aspects of English grammar and constitutes a great addition to any collection of antiquarian linguistic literature. Originally published in 1893, we are proud to republish this rare book complete with a new introduction to the subject.