With fierce competition in most employment sectors it is not enough for today’s graduate just to be well-versed in his or her particular subject. It is vital that a modern student is armed with a strong command and understanding of the English language.

The Students’ Companion intended to supply any undergraduate with a comprehensive knowledge of not only English grammar and usage but also English idioms and phrases in everyday use and English terms and words from the worlds of business, computing, science and the arts. The appendices contain useful sections on world facts, scientific classification, chemical elements and letter writing.

This instructive volume is ideal for an all-round general knowledge of the English language.