Publisher's Synopsis
A reference grammar for teachers and learners of English, this is presented in a clear dictionary-like, rather than indexed, format. Entries are of three kinds: common words with a grammatical function, grammatical terms, and language areas such as punctuation and letter-writing.;Throughout, entries are systematically cross-referenced and the straightforward explanations are illustrated by examples, drawings, tables boxes and diagrams.;An ELBS/LPBB edition is available.