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.
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- Authors:
- McCarthy, Michael
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Format:
- Paperback
- ISBN:
- 9780367633653
- Number of Pages:
- 206
- Publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Series:
- The Basics
- Place of Publication:
- London
- Illustrations Note:
- 27 Tables, black and white; 11 Line drawings, black and white; 11 Halftones, black and white; 22 Illustrations, black and white
- Language:
- English
- SKU:
- 9780367633653