Correct English usage as it's never been taught before: lucidly, memorably, and humorously -- for all ages.

"The Best English Grammar Book Ever" contains complete standard English grammar rules and their exceptions, and it explains each rule in a simple, straightforward, and easy-to-understand manner, with a lot of examples for illustrations (over 300 pages). Moreover, there are plenty of practical and logical exercises with answer keys at the end of each chapter for you to practice what you've learned and test your knowledge. As the saying goes, "Practice makes perfect!"This book is perfect for intermediate to advanced English language learners for native speakers of English, as well as for those learning English as a second language (ESL). If you are trying to improve or perfect your English writing or speaking skills, look no further - this is your best guide.With this book, you'll be able to achieve the following: *Know all the ins and outs of the English grammar rules thoroughly and the skills you learned will serve you the rest of your life. *Ace your SAT and TOEFL grammar tests. *Write and speak English effectively, persuasively, and grammatically. *Have an easier time getting ahead in school, in business, and in life. *Avoid making the same grammar mistakes after reading chapters 16 and 17 - the most common mistakes made by native and non-native speakers.

Give 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders a grammar boost--no tutor required. Bring your young learner's schooling home with this three-grades-in-one grammar workbook. The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 3, 4, and 5 is perfect for parents looking to build their child's understanding of grammar and supplement what they're already learning in school. Covering all of the must-know concepts for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders--including parts of speech, sentence structure, punctuation, and more--this grammar workbook combines comprehensive instruction with fun lessons. Whether it's word searches, coloring, or playing grammar bingo, set your child up for elementary school success--three years in a row! The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 3, 4, and 5 includes: Three grades of learning--Get a super fun grammar workbook that will help your child learn as they progress through elementary school. Complete lessons--Each lesson is fully laid out, explaining the rule or concept and then providing multiple paths to master it. Fun and engaging--A variety of exercises keeps kids interested as they find different ways to approach and explore the rules of grammar. Keep your child's grammar sharp for three years straight with The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 3, 4, and 5.

Routledge English Language Introductions cover core areas of language study and are one-stop resources for students. Assuming no prior knowledge, books in the series offer an accessible overview of the subject, with activities, study questions, sample analyses, commentaries and key readings – all in the same volume. The innovative and flexible 'two-dimensional' structure is built around four sections – introduction, development, exploration and extension –which offer self-contained stages for study. Each topic can also be read across these sections, enabling the reader to build gradually on the knowledge gained. English Grammar: provides a wide-ranging introduction to English grammar, drawing on a variety of international authentic texts, including newspapers, novels and academic texts, to help learners understand concepts and theories in more depth; is written in clear, concise prose in order to present basic concepts and key terms in an accessible way to learners with little or no background in grammar instruction; emphasises the autonomy of the learner through activities and exercises which are suited to both native speakers and learners of English alike; includes a selection of readings from key academics in the field including Michael Halliday, Michael McCarthy, Caroline Coffin and John Sinclair. Drawing on the strengths of the original textbook, this second edition features: new readings from Christian Jones, Daniel Waller and Thomas E. Payne; revised questions, suggestions and issues to consider; and a brand new companion website featuring interactive audio files of authentic spoken English, links to further reading and new grammar tasks. Written by an experienced teacher and researcher, this accessible textbook is an essential resource for all students of English language and linguistics.

The Way of The Linguist, A language learning odyssey. It is now a cliché that the world is a smaller place. We think nothing of jumping on a plane to travel to another country or continent. The most exotic locations are now destinations for mass tourism. Small business people are dealing across frontiers and language barriers like never before. The Internet brings different languages and cultures to our finger-tips. English, the hybrid language of an island at the western extremity of Europe seems to have an unrivalled position as an international medium of communication. But historically periods of cultural and economic domination have never lasted forever. Do we not lose something by relying on the wide spread use of English rather than discovering other languages and cultures? As citizens of this shrunken world, would we not be better off if we were able to speak a few languages other than our own? The answer is obviously yes. Certainly Steve Kaufmann thinks so, and in his busy life as a diplomat and businessman he managed to learn to speak nine languages fluently and observe first hand some of the dominant cultures of Europe and Asia. Why do not more people do the same? In his book The Way of The Linguist, A language learning odyssey, Steve offers some answers. Steve feels anyone can learn a language if they want to. He points out some of the obstacles that hold people back. Drawing on his adventures in Europe and Asia, as a student and businessman, he describes the rewards that come from knowing languages. He relates his evolution as a language learner, abroad and back in his native Canada and explains the kind of attitude that will enable others to achieve second language fluency. Many people have taken on the challenge of language learning but have been frustrated by their lack of success. This book offers detailed advice on the kind of study practices that will achieve language breakthroughs. Steve has developed a language learning system available online at: www.thelinguist.com.

Intrigue. Betrayal. A devastating surprise attack and a frantic fight to survive.Gritty warfare in space as four young officers respond to the alarm of war.Four officer cadets in the Victorian Fleet meet in training camp. Emily, the young woman who dreams of becoming a Fleet historian, but discovers her real talents lay elsewhere. Grant, the arrogant son of Victoria's most famous admiral. Hiram, the nervous but brilliant strategist, and Cookie, intent on joining the Fleet Marines. Together, they survive the trials and hardships of training to join the Fleet, unaware that that their home is about to be plunged into a maelstrom.For three hundred years, the Kingdom of Victoria has enforced peace across the galaxy. But it has grown complacent, and its enemies are ready to strike. The Tilleke Empire and the Dominion of Unified Citizenry have been waiting a long time, and now is their chance. As their web draws closed around Victoria, the band of new officers find themselves on the last line of defense. They've been well trained - but will it be enough in the face of a surprise attack and the near annihilation of the Fleet? What do you do when your best chance to save the Kingdom is to ... run?