A Grammar of the English Tongue

"A Grammar of the English Tongue" by Samuel Johnson is a detailed guide to the English language from the 1800's. It looks at all the important parts of grammar, like spelling, where words come from, how sentences are put together, and the sounds of language. Johnson wanted to organize the rules of English to make them easier to understand for both readers and writers. The book starts with an introduction to grammar, looking at things like the alphabet and how vowel sounds work in speech. Johnson stresses how important it is to understand words and use them correctly; this book will break down the letters of the alphabet and how to pronounce them. He points out some of the little details involved in English sounds and spelling, making the book perfect for those who want to understand English fundamentally.