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Beginning Syntax Paperback – 23 April 1993

by Linda Thomas (Editor)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 14 ratings
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This is an elementary introduction to syntactic analysis. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject whatsoever, it is intended for students who are encountering such analysis for the first time. For those embarking on a longer term study of syntax, this will be a valuable and quickly assimilated foundation course. For students who will need to use syntax as a basic descriptive tool - such as trainee teachers, speech therapists or students of literacy style - the book provides a framework for their analysis and practice in its use.

The book begins by looking at the use of generalizations in describing sentence structure and the basis for word categories. It then moves through increasingly more complex constructions giving students plenty of opportunity by way of practical exercises to understand the basis of each analysis before moving further. The aim of the book is not to explore complex issues of argumentation. Its emphasis is on practical "hands on" analysis.

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  1. ISBN-10
    0631188266
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0631188261
  3. Edition
    1st
  4. Publisher
    Wiley-Blackwell
  5. Publication date
    23 April 1993
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    15.57 x 1.27 x 23.5 cm
  8. Print length
    224 pages
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"This is a well-organized and down-to-earth book. It will help anyone in search of an introduction to grammatical analysis and to the main patterns of English grammar. It is informative without being daunting." Richard Hudson, University College London

"Its purpose is clear; to provide undergraduates with a university-level introduction to English grammar; and it succeeds impressively in its two aims. Two strengths are evident throughout: clear explanations and useful examples." Terence Odlin, Ohio State University

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"This is a well-organized and down-to-earth book. It will help anyone in search of an introduction to grammatical analysis and to the main patterns of English grammar. It is informative without being daunting." Richard Hudson, University College London

"Its purpose is clear; to provide undergraduates with a university-level introduction to English grammar; and it succeeds impressively in its two aims. Two strengths are evident throughout: clear explanations and useful examples." Terence Odlin, Ohio State University

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley-Blackwell; 1st edition (23 April 1993)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0631188266
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0631188261
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.57 x 1.27 x 23.5 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
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Lunagareboshi
5.0 out of 5 stars Good recap of what syntax is under tree diagram
Reviewed in the United States on 2 February 2013
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This book has a well formed summary of each section that the author wrote about.
and after each explanation of new terms, it provides you examples that you can try out along with the answers at the back of the book.
Furthermore, it has a summary of the rules that are available for at the end of each chapter.
Great book as a refresher to syntax.
honestly, it presented information that was better than my professor's lecture.
also its an easy read, (only if you are not forced to read it)
definitely recommend it.
if any syntax professors are looking at my comment, please consider it. I'm sure the student will find this book very VERY useful (that is as long as the terminology that you use line up with the book)
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A. Brooke
4.0 out of 5 stars Beginning Syntax
Reviewed in Germany on 27 December 2005
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Ich benutze das Buch begleitend zum Seminar an der Uni und bin sehr zufrieden damit. Die Autorin erklärt leicht verständlich die Zusammenhänge, das Thema erschließt sich schnell und vollständig. Gut geeignet für Anfänger der Linguistik und sicher auch ohne das Seminar sehr gut zu gebrauchen. Ich finde es sehr empfehlenswert! Man muss natürlich der englischen Sprache mächtig sein, aber das versteht sich sicherlich von selbst...
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abby
4.0 out of 5 stars This really helped me consolidate knowledge for my grammar exam ...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 September 2016
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This really helped me consolidate knowledge for my grammar exam as a student speech & language therapist - clear tree diagrams and logical flow of information.
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A. Radulescu
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect introduction to English syntax
Reviewed in the United States on 13 June 2010
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In a dense but well thought-out, pedagogical approach, the author provides a very good and practical introduction to English syntax. The text is concise and precise. The topics are organized in a nice, progressive manner and include many exercises (with answers) to build-up and solidify understanding.
I was looking for a syntax book to provide me with the background necessary to understand and operate an NLP (Natural Language Processing) text analyzer. It was very difficult to find a book that covered the topic in a practical way at the appropriate level of depth. I think this book does a wonderful job.
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Conni McDaniel
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed this class and this book was great
Reviewed in the United States on 11 March 2018
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Book was in good condition and useful.
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