Why Grammar Matters
April 4, 2008 10:45 pmLemony Snicket’s Series of Unfortunate Events—the movie—holds a special place in my heart. Aunt Josephine reminds me of me; that is, the often paranoid grammar lover. Grammar isn’t the greatest joy in life, but it’s pretty darn cool. As a bonus, you look much smarter if you avoid making common mistakes (very slight language warning). My heart dies a little bit when I see an allegedly professional document with “loose” where “lose” was meant. It’s really not that difficult to understand that “could of” is always wrong.
This has been a public service announcement from your favorite unofficial Grammar Girl.
Lyzii :
Date: April 7, 2008 @ 9:00 pm
Such a good movie. Have you read the books? They’re (somewhat obviously) better. :)
Lindsay :
Date: April 7, 2008 @ 10:12 pm
I have not. I picked up my brother’s (?) copy of The Bad Beginning once, but then I had to go do something. I wouldn’t turn down a chance to read them, though, and I’d definitely see a second ASOUE movie.