---
product_id: 49157387
title: "Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules"
price: "$31.62"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/49157387-eats-shoots-and-leaves-a-hilarious-guide-to-english-grammar
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules

**Price:** $31.62
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules
- **How much does it cost?** $31.62 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/49157387-eats-shoots-and-leaves-a-hilarious-guide-to-english-grammar)

## Best For

- Customers looking for quality international products

## Why This Product

- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Description

Buy Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules by Truss, Lynne (ISBN: 9780007329069) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

Review: Brilliant, helpful and fun! - Brilliant book and such an entertaining read that allows safe passage through the minefield of punctuation! I would recommend this book to anyone who wishes to improve their English and still have fun.
Review: Very enjoyable and educational - An absolute delight of a book. Lynne has managed to take a rather dull and tedious subject — that of punctuation — and made it interesting and fun to learn. Yes, it can come across as nothing but a curmudgeon having a rant, but it’s an intelligent curmudgeon having an amusing rant that is very educational. We are now in an age where the written word is being used more than any other time in history to communicate; most people barely talk any more, preferring to text, or email, rather than pick up the phone or visit in person. At no other time in history has the correct meaning and interpretation of the written word been more important, while punctuation, which gives the meaning and interpretation to the written word, is so utterly neglected and misunderstood. Yes, punctuation is important, and while some of it is art, a lot of it is not: … is there any art involved in using the apostrophe? No. Using the apostrophe correctly is a mere negative proof: it tells the world you are not a thicko. Whether or not you think your punctuation could use a little housekeeping, this is a fun and interesting book to read and you will learn a few things while reading it: well worth it!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | 0007329067 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 23,273 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 19 in History of Books 26 in Grammar, Structure & Syntax 32 in Vocabulary Reference |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (3,872) |
| Dimensions  | 19.71 x 1.45 x 13 cm |
| ISBN-10  | 9780007329069 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0007329069 |
| Item weight  | 416 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 224 pages |
| Publication date  | 1 Oct. 2009 |
| Publisher  | HarperCollins |

## Images

![Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HxfGQj8ML.jpg)
![Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81sABzgiqYS.jpg)
![Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61VB7IXP4cS.jpg)
![Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bhGvEiPPL.jpg)
![Eats, Shoots and Leaves: A Hilarious Guide to English Grammar and Punctuation Rules - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Lt1xn0dNS.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant, helpful and fun!
*by C***S on 24 January 2026*

Brilliant book and such an entertaining read that allows safe passage through the minefield of punctuation! I would recommend this book to anyone who wishes to improve their English and still have fun.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very enjoyable and educational
*by 5***M on 31 October 2019*

An absolute delight of a book. Lynne has managed to take a rather dull and tedious subject — that of punctuation — and made it interesting and fun to learn. Yes, it can come across as nothing but a curmudgeon having a rant, but it’s an intelligent curmudgeon having an amusing rant that is very educational. We are now in an age where the written word is being used more than any other time in history to communicate; most people barely talk any more, preferring to text, or email, rather than pick up the phone or visit in person. At no other time in history has the correct meaning and interpretation of the written word been more important, while punctuation, which gives the meaning and interpretation to the written word, is so utterly neglected and misunderstood. Yes, punctuation is important, and while some of it is art, a lot of it is not: … is there any art involved in using the apostrophe? No. Using the apostrophe correctly is a mere negative proof: it tells the world you are not a thicko. Whether or not you think your punctuation could use a little housekeeping, this is a fun and interesting book to read and you will learn a few things while reading it: well worth it!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great book
*by S***A on 8 July 2012*

This is by far one of the most interesting books I have read of late. It's humours, insightful and it managed to keep my attention (almost) all the way through. However the last chapter really bothers me. The author blames electronic media for the bad language usage we see every day and I simply don't understand why. I know many older people who are out of touch with technology who have some of the worst written language skills I have ever seen. On the other hand there is me. I failed English at school! But since then I have been educated through the internet thanks to the 'grammar Nazis'. Heck, I'm still learning to this day and I know I'm not alone. I also recall a paragraph where she mocks the creator of emoticons, making him out to be an insipid fool who doesn't know what a colon is for. However the first emoticon appeared way back in 1982 thanks to one Scott E Fahlman. If you're interested in why he came up with the concept simply use google (or an engine of your choice). Despite this I do highly recommend this book. It is (apart from the last chapter) excellent.

---

## Why Shop on Desertcart?

- 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016
- 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories
- 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price
- 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members)
- 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection
- ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews

**Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/49157387-eats-shoots-and-leaves-a-hilarious-guide-to-english-grammar](https://www.desertcart.us/products/49157387-eats-shoots-and-leaves-a-hilarious-guide-to-english-grammar)

---

*Product available on Desertcart United States of America*
*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-05-16*