Collins COBUILD English Grammar
ISBN: 000370257X • 1st Edition © 2005 •
486 pages
Paperbound
6 x 9
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Description
This authoritative reference grammar has been specially developed for advanced students and teachers of English. The result of a thorough analysis of written and spoken language, this book provides a clear and detailed picture of modern English grammar. The clear layout, as well as the extensive index and cross-referencing, ensure easy access.
Features
- Detailed treatment of common grammatical patterns and parts of speech
- Clear explanations help learners to understand the attitudes and intentions of speakers and writers
- Thousands of real English examples, all chosen from the Bank of English
- Unique lists with the common words used in each structure
- Productive features of English highlighted, to extend the learner's knowledge and develop confidence
- 'Warning' statements deal with areas of possible error and confusion
- An accompanying book of exercises with practice material
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Table of Contents
1. Referring to people and things.
2. Giving information about people and things.
3. Making a message.
4. Varying the message.
5. Expressing time.
6. Expressing manner and place.
7. Reporting what people say or thing.
8. Combing messages.
9. Making texts.
10. The structure of information.