The Second Edition of Contrastes: grammaire du français courant remains what it originally set out to be: a comprehensive French grammar review geared specifically to English-speaking students from the intermediate to the advanced levels. Written in French (with occasional footnotes and explanations in English), it is meant for those who have already acquired a foundation in French through contextual or communicative approaches, but who need to review and expand upon what they already know. Contrastes can be used as either a basic text or a grammar reference, and is designed specifically for instructors who prefer to use a straight-forward grammar textbook in tandem with their own choice of cultural or literary materials.