Grammar: A Student's Guide - Hardcover

Hurford, James R.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521454093 ISBN 13: 9780521454094

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1994

Synopsis

This introductory guide to grammar explains one hundred basic grammatical terms. A knowledge of such terms, and how they interconnect, is crucial for an understanding of the structure and function of language. The explanations are listed alphabetically for easy reference, like a dictionary, but offer much more than a simple definition. Each entry is divided into sections, providing a clear explanation, examples, exercises, and highlighting the main contrasts and interrelationships between the terms. Many entries contain a 'for interest' section which sets out further fascinating points, often drawing on some of the more exotic languages of the world, or discussing important contemporary issues, such as dialects, standard language, and sexism in language. Clearly written and easy to use, this book will be an invaluable source of information for students of language and linguistics.

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This introductory guide to grammar explains one hundred basic grammatical terms, such as noun, adverb, subject and particle. A knowledge of such terms, and how they interconnect, is crucial for an understanding of the structure and function of language. The explanations are listed alphabetically for easy reference, like a dictionary, but offer much more than a simple definition.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521454093
• ISBN 13: 9780521454094
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 287