English Grammar: The Basics, 1st Edition

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English Grammar: The Basics, 1st Edition by Michael McCarthy

English Grammar: The Basics offers a clear, non-jargonistic introduction to English grammar and its place in society. Rather than taking a prescriptive approach, this book helps the reader become aware of the social implications of choices they make to use standard or non-standard (regional/dialect) forms.

Readers will consider:

  • what grammar is and how it fits into the structure of language;
  • how grammar functions in the school curriculum, the press, broadcasting and social media, as well as how these outlets reflect and reinforce our attitudes towards grammar;
  • differences between speech and writing, as well as between formality and informality;
  • major different approaches to theorising and describing grammar from important grammarians, including Noam Chomsky and Michael Halliday.

Featuring a glossary of key terms and practical tips and insights from the author's 50+ years of language teaching experience around the world, this book is for anyone who has ever found themselves questioning the ‘rules’ of the English language.

  • Language

    English

  • Book Binding

    Paperback

  • Book Dimensions

    12.9 x 1.3 x 19.8 cm

  • Book Format

    Unabridged

  • Book Genre

    Reference

  • Book ISBN

    9780367633653

  • Book Page Count

    226 pages

  • Book Publication Date

    26 May 2021

  • Book Publisher

    Routledge

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