
The Structure of English
A Handbook of English Grammar
Michael Newby(Author)
Cambridge University Press
Published on 25. December 1987
Book
Paperback/Softback
110 pages
978-0-521-34996-3 (ISBN)
Description
This simple introduction to the structure of the English language has been written to help advanced students and teachers who feel they need to know more about the grammar of English. The book is not concerned with a prescriptive set of rules about English, but instead provides an unfolding explanation of the linguistic patterns which govern our daily use of English. As the author maintains, 'language becomes more interesting the more we learn about it', and this guide has been prepared especially for those who are uncertain about English structure and about the terms used in talking about language. Part One sets the scene, providing some basic principles about language (including language varieties and 'standard English'). Part Two deals with the structure of English working from its smallest elements to its largest. Part Three provides an extensive ready-reference glossary of linguistic terms.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Cambridge
United Kingdom
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Interest Age: From 16 to 19 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 199 mm
Width: 130 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
140 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-521-34996-3 (9780521349963)
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Content
1. The structure of English; Part I: 2. Labels; 3. Language inside and out; 4. Grammar; Part II: 5. Morphemes; 6. Words; 7. Phrases; 8. Clauses; 9. Sentences; 10. Beyond grammar; Part III: 11. Metalinguistic terms.