Comprehensive Spanish Grammar (Blackwell Reference Grammars) - Hardcover

De Bruyne, Jacques; Pountain, C J

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0631168036 ISBN 13: 9780631168034

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 1995

Synopsis

This is a much–needed, definitive grammar for all students of Spanish. Balancing a respect for established tradition with an awareness of current usage, A Comprehensive Spanish Grammar is both authoritative and stimulating in its approach. The book covers topics from basic pronunciation and the use of the noun, to particular problem areas, such as difficulties with verbs and word order. Special sections examine regional diversity within the language, and attention is paid throughout to the inclusion of Latin–American Spanish.

About this title

About the Author

Jacques de Bruyne is Charles V Professor of Spanish at Rijksuniversiteit Gent and a Corresponding Member of the Royal Spanish Academy.

Christopher J. Pountain is University Lecturer in Romance Philology at the University of Cambridge and a Fellow of Queens′ College.

From the Back Cover

This is a much–needed, definitive grammar for all students of Spanish. Balancing a respect for established tradition with an awareness of current usage, A Comprehensive Spanish Grammar is both authoritative and stimulating in its approach.

The book covers topics from basic pronunciation and the use of the noun, to particular problem areas, such as difficulties with verbs and word order. Grammar points are explained and amplified using examples from literary sources and the contemporary press. Throughout the book, attention is paid to regional diversity within the language, and in, particular, to Latin–American variations. A Comprehensive Sapnish Grammar would be welcomed by all students seeking coverage of the full range of modern–day Spanish.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0631168036
• ISBN 13: 9780631168034
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 704