English Grammar: The Basics: The Basics (McCarthy Michael)(Pevná vazba)

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, 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 theorizing and describing grammar from important grammarians, including Noam Chomsky and Michael Halliday. Featuring a glossary of key terms
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