A Grammar Of The English Language Volumes 1: Parts Of Speech & 2: Syntax

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The two-volume set of A Grammar of the English Language offers one of the finest, most complete descriptions of English ever published. From the preface of Parts of Speech: "The purpose...is to describe fully the parts of English speech and their changes of form to express thought". Each volume is replete with examples of the most notable writing in the English language, a detailed index and full discussions trace the historical development of grammar from the earliest English through the best of modern authors, both British and American. Both volumes in good condition for age. Dustjacket spines are faded and with shelfware to corner, but inside pages are in great condition with no tears, marks, folds or handwriting/highlighting etc.

35 GBP