Introducing English Grammar introduces readers to the methodology and terminology needed to analyse English sentences. The approach taken is in line with current research in grammar, a particular advantage for students who may go on to study syntax in more depth. All the examples and exercises use real language taken from both standard and non-standard geographical areas and dialects, and include excerpts from Australian and British newspaper articles. Students are encouraged to think about the terminology as a tool kit for studying language and to test what can and cannot be described using these tools.

This new edition has been fully updated and features:













an expanded introduction;







new texts and exercises that include data from social media;







revised material on 'Grammar at work' and 'English worldwide';








more suggestions for further reading at the end of the book;









a brand new companion website with extensive further reading and answers to the exercises, which can be found at