New Reference Grammar of Modern Spanish

9780071440493

0071440496

Author:Butt ISBN:0071440496 Category:Language/Spanish Trim Size:6 3/4 x 9 1/2 UPC:639785387497 Price:$32.95 [category] Language/Spanish " A New Reference Grammar of Modern Spanish is an essential reference tool for all interested in the Spanish language. The most extensive and accurate single-volume comprehensive source of information on contemporary Spanish language currently in existence in the English language." --George DeMello, Professor of Hispanic Linguistics, University of Iowa "Although I have several Spanish grammar reference texts in my collection, A New Reference Grammar of Modern Spanish is the one I reach for first. I find it to be not only comprehensive, but very user friendly." --Patricia Seaver, Assistant Professor of Spanish, State University of New York (SUNY) A New Reference Grammar of Modern Spanish is internationally known as the standard English-language reference grammar for the Spanish language. This bestselling resource has provided teachers and language learners with a comprehensive, accessible, and jargon-free guide to the forms and structures of Spanish as it is currently spoken and written in Spain and in across Latin America. Each grammar concept is introduced by a thorough explanation, including helpful information on the level of usage (formal, familiar, colloquial, and popular) and regional use. Examples from contemporary sources--such as the Internet, magazines, and newspapers--illustrate each point and clarify the nuances of current usage. Newly updated throughout, this revised edition includes: The latest findings on Spanish usage from the Royal Spanish Academy--not found in other grammars Fresh example sentences featuring the differences between Spanish and Latin American Spanish A new page layout, with more tables and summary sections, to make grammar explanations even more accessible A glossary of grammatical terms John Buttis emeritus Professor of Hispanic Studies, King's College, London.Carmen Benjaminis a former lecturer in Hispanic Studies at King's College, London.