English Grammar: The Basics 1st Edition

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Routledge; 1st edition (May 26, 2021)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 206 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0367633663
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0367633660
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.08 x 7.8 inches

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.