Jeffries, Lesley, 1956-

Discovering language : the structure of modern English / Lesley Jeffries. - xvii, 252 p. : ill. - Perspectives on the English language . - Perspectives on the English language. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 202-204) and index.

Phonetics -- Phonology -- Word -- Phrase -- Clause and sentence -- Semantics -- Theory, text and context. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

"This text provides students with the basic descriptive knowledge they are required to master before moving on to more advanced study. The book is organized under thematic headings, which are thoroughly cross-referenced, enabling students and teachers to use the book as required--either as a course text or to help with individual aspects of language. Each section includes an introduction, worked examples, "in context" sections relating the topic to real text examples, suggestions for further reading and analysis and a summary."--Publisher description.

1403912610 (alk. paper) 1403912629 (pbk. : alk. paper) 9781403912619 9781403912626

2006044297

GBA636753 bnb

013437638 Uk


English language--Grammar
English language--Phonology
English language--Syntax

PE1106 / .J44 2006

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