"Stops", Or How to Punctuate A Practical Handbook for Writers and Students

"Stops, Or How to Punctuate" by Paul Allardyce is a late 19th-century handbook that acts as a guide for writers and students on mastering the art of punctuation. Stressing the necessity of clear writing for effective communication, it thoroughly examines different punctuation marks, using examples to show how each one should be used. The handbook methodically explains the purpose of each punctuation mark, like the full stop, comma, semicolon, and colon, giving rules for their correct application. It tackles typical punctuation problems and provides advice on how to prevent confusion, emphasizing how good punctuation makes writing easier to understand and allows the writer's ideas to be delivered effectively and clearly.