Modern English Syntax
C. T. Onions has produced a reliable introductory textbook that walks readers through contemporary English usage in a clear, orderly fashion. It opens with a thorough framework for breaking down and analysing sentences, giving you a solid grounding before anything else. The book then splits into two distinct sections: the first examines syntactical patterns by working through real sentences, while the second catalogues the various ways different grammatical forms are actually used. What's particularly useful is the system of cross-references woven throughout, allowing readers to see how the two halves speak to each other and build a more complete picture together. It's a methodical, no-nonsense guide that repays careful study.
- Author: C. T. Onions
- Publisher: Routledge
- Genre: Journalism & Media Studies
- ISBN: 978-0415050746
- Pages: 168 pages