Basic English Grammar and Usage: For Tertiary Institutions

The text, Basic English Grammar and Usage, is a comprehensive grammar book that examines a number of fundamental issues on English grammar and usage. It begins with the definition and concept of language generally, and then, attempts a historical overview of the English language as the basis for understanding the nature of the language. In addition, the authors discuss some tenuous aspects of English mechanics; treat English word structure as a basic element of the vocabulary and grammar of the language; probe into the delicate nature of the English homophones, homonyms and concord. Parts of speech are considered crucial to the understanding of the English grammar and so are treated as a separate unit of the book. Again, various aspects of the phrase, clause and sentence structures are elaborately handled, not just for beginners, but also for those at advanced levels of learning. It is hoped that readers will find this book an interesting resource for classic scholarship.

Ubong Josiah is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English, University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. An alumnus of University of Uyo and University of Ilorin respectively, all in Nigeria, Josiah holds B.A., M.A. and Ph.D in English language with special interests in English Phonetics and Phonology. A native of Ikot Akpan Ishiet, Onna L.G.A. in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria, Josiah has taught as an English teacher in tertiary institutions for more than two decades. Besides, he has authored a number of published texts and journal articles, both nationally and internationally, to his credit. A member of many professional bodies, Josiah is married with children. Aaron Nwoke is a Chief Lecturer in the Department of General Studies, The Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Niger State, Nigeria. A native of Amandugba in Isu L.G.A. of Imo State, Nwoke holds Bachelors and Masters Degrees from the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State and Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, all in Nigeria respectively. At present, Nwoke is a Ph.D candidate at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. His areas of interest are Discourse Analysis and Pragmatics. He teaches English and Communication skills in the department indicated above and has several academic publications in reputable journals. A member of some professional bodies, Nwoke is married with children.