* 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.
David Crystal is honorary professor of linguistics at the University of Wales, Bangor. He has written or edited over 100 books and published numerous articles for scholarly, professional, and general readerships, in fields ranging from forensic linguistics and ELT to the liturgy and Shakespeare. His many books include Words, Words, Words (OUP 2006) and The Fight for English (OUP 2006).
