Master the essentials of English grammar with a concise, student-friendly classic
This edition revises a foundational American grammar primer that trains early learners in word classes, sentence structure, and practical usage. It emphasizes clarity and accessible explanations, avoiding heavy jargon while focusing on real, usable language rules.
The Rudiments of English Grammar presents the ten word classes and the core rules of syntax in a straightforward, teacher-friendly format. It combines brief explanations with plenty of examples and practical notes, designed for students and teachers in the classroom. The edition is revised to improve clarity and to align with common teaching practices of its time, while keeping the core aims of making grammar approachable and useful.
Inside you’ll find structured guidance on parts of speech, verb inflection, pronouns, adjectives, adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, and interjections, plus an appendix with irregular verbs and punctuation basics. The book also includes notes on grammar figures, pronunciation pointers, and practical exercises to reinforce understanding without overwhelming learners with theory.
Ideal for students beginning their study of English grammar, and for teachers seeking a reliable, classic approach to foundational language rules.
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Albert A. Harrison is Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Davis. He is coauthor of "Living Aloft: Human Requirements for Extended Spaceflight "(1985) and "From Antarctica to Outer Space: Life in Isolation and Confinement "(1991), and author of "After Contact: The Human Response to Extraterrestrial Life "(1997).
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book will help the reader to develop a stronger grasp of English grammar and syntax. The author introduces the fundamentals of grammar, its various terms, and its syntax, and proceeds to demonstrate the relationships between these aspects and the words and sentences employed in the English language. Through the series of rules and lessons, the author illustrates how the language works to convey meaning and explores how words change based on their context. By the end of this book, readers will have a deeper understanding of how English functions and can apply these insights to their writing and communication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332963157_0
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