Publisher's Synopsis
- Moves the analysis of grammar and language structure onto the next stage - interpreting it from a semantic and pragmatic point of view.
- Clearly shows how grammar works in different literary contexts - literary, non-literary, spoken and written.
- Explores a wide range of linguistic themes, including sociolinguistics, language acquisition and register.
- Provides guidance on how people can put their knowledge of grammar into daily practice and how this is interpreted by others.
- Organised in the same way as Rediscover Grammar for quick reference.
Unique, lively writing and clear explanations from the world-class grammar expert.