An Introduction to English Grammar provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of English grammar The first part of the book (' The Grammar') provides a step-by-step introduction to the key topics in English grammar The second part (' The Applications') shows how a grasp of these topics can be helpful in resolving usage problems in developing a clear writing style & in mastering punctuation & spelling A whole chapter ' English in Use' is devoted to illustrating the grammatical features of a wide range of modern text types including emails Facebook pages & 'tweets' It also looks at the special grammatical features of English in everyday conversation Each chapter is followed by two sets of exercises The first set can be used in self-study or in the classroom The second set deals with more advanced topics & can be used for classroom discussion or essay writing This fourth edition has been fully revised & updated &
Includes:: clearer descriptions & enhanced presentation new material on word structure & word formation new exercises examples & extracts updated further reading Assuming no prior knowledge of English grammar this book is ideal for beginning students on a one-semester course & provides everything a student needs on the theory & practice of English usage A comprehensive Glossary of grammatical terms is included & a website provides invaluable additional exercises