An indispensable store of information on the English language, written by some of the best-known grammarians in the world.

A shortened version of A Comprehensive Grammar of the English Language especially aimed at students of grammar in colleges and universities, drawing on linguistic research and including coverage of the differences between written and spoken English and between British and American English.

"From the Publisher: Need help learning French? Is grammar a problem? Thousands of students like you have found the solution in the clear, simple text of English Grammar for Students of French. This easy-to-use handbook is specifically designed to teach you the English grammar you need in order to learn French grammar more quickly and efficiently. Look at the features of what you'll find in a typical section: an explanation of a concept as it applies to English; a presentation of the same concept as it applies to French; the similarities and differences between the two languages, stressing common pitfalls for English speakers; step-by-step instructions on how to select the correct form; review exercises with answer key."--Google Books viewed July 29, 2021.