An introduction to the grammar of English
Subtitle: syntactic arguments and socio-historical background
By: Elly van Gelderen.
Publisher: John Benjamins Pub.; John Benjamins Pub Co
Published: 2002
Place of publication: Amsterdam; Philadelphia
Language: eng
Number of pages: 200
Subjects: English language -- Grammar.; English language -- Grammar, Historical.; English language -- Social aspects.; English language -- Syntax.
Description: This textbook introduces basic concepts of grammar in a format which should encourage readers to use linguistic arguments. It focuses on syntactic analysis and evidence. It also looks at sociolinguisic and historical reasons behind prescriptive rules.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [195]-200) and index.