Exercises in German Syntax and Composition for Advanced Students (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Marian Parker Whitney

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1332773613 ISBN 13: 9781332773619

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book provides a detailed grammatical investigation into German syntax that helps the reader understand the rules and forms of this language with a thoroughness unseen in most language-learning textbooks. The author not only covers the essentials of German grammar that students of the language need to know, but also delves deeper into advanced topics such as reflexive, impersonal, and compound verbs, that enable them to develop a sophisticated grasp of how the language works. Within the broader context of language learning, this book uniquely focuses on syntax, providing learners with a comprehensive analysis of German sentence structure, the use of prepositions, the difference between active and passive voices, and the various conjugations of the subjunctive. By doing so, it helps readers not only to speak and write German with precision but also to translate texts from their own language into German with greater accuracy. This book does not simply present information as a collection of facts but elucidates the deeper interconnections and patterns within German grammar, enabling readers to internalize the rules of the language and to use them confidently and creatively. It provides a rich theoretical framework that benefits students aiming to attain a high level of proficiency and scholars seeking to further their knowledge of German literature and linguistics. Overall, this work offers an in-depth understanding of German syntax that is both accessible to beginners and indispensable for more experienced language learners, teachers, and academics.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332773613
• ISBN 13: 9781332773619
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 210