Downing Angela - English Grammar A University Course - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: This best - selling comprehensive descriptive grammar forms a complete course ideal for all students studying English Language whether on a course or for self - study. Broadly based on Hallidayan systemic - functional grammar but also drawing on cognitive linguistics and discourse analysis English Grammar is accessible avoiding overly theoretical or technical explanations. Divided into 12 self - contained chapters based around language functions each chapter is divided into units of class - length material. Key features include: Numerous authentic texts from a wide range of sources both spoken and written which exemplify the grammatical description. Clear chapter and module summaries enable efficient class preparation and student revision. Extensive exercises with a comprehensive answer key. This new edition has been thoroughly updated with new texts a more user - friendly layout more American English examples and a companion website providing extra tasks a glossary and a teachers guide. This is the essential coursebook and reference work for all native and non - native students of English grammar on English language and linguistics courses.
Title: English Grammar A University Course
Author(s): Downing Angela
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9780415732680
Pages: 550 Pages, 57 Tables, Black And White; 10 Line Drawings, Black And White
Publication Date: 12/1/2014
Category: Grammar, Syntax & Morphology