Principles of General Grammar: Adapted to the Capacity of Youth, and Proper to Serve as an Introduction to the Study of Languages (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. J. Sylvestre De Sacy

 
9780331407150: Principles of General Grammar: Adapted to the Capacity of Youth, and Proper to Serve as an Introduction to the Study of Languages (Classic Reprint)

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Principles of General Grammar, Adapted to the Capacity of Youth

This beginner-friendly introduction shows how grammar helps you understand and study languages. It presents clear ideas in plain language, with examples suited to young readers and beginners.

This edition emphasizes practical, general principles over technical detail. It explains how parts of speech connect to meanings and how time in language is described, using simple examples and accessible explanations. The goal is to build a solid foundation for future language study.
  • Learn how words work together to form clear statements, questions, and commands.
  • Explore how tenses and time relations are described in everyday speech.
  • See how grammar is organized to help you compare languages and learn more easily.
  • Discover the habits of thinking that support understanding and reasoning in language study.
Ideal for readers beginning the study of languages, or anyone seeking a straightforward introduction to general grammar.

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