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Correct usage of language is a must for effective communication. And correct usage of language calls for a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of grammar. This book seeks to give the student of English language a good grounding in grammar. Though the book basically deals with the theoretical technicalities of the subject, it also gives the reader a clear idea of the fundamental principles of grammar usage which makes it user-friendly., Special Features - It consists of detailed guidelines on how to use the main rules of grammar., Usage of each rule, or more appropriately each guideline, has been illustrated. Exceptions to a guideline have been explained with relevant examples., Focus is on explaining troublesome grammatical aspects and how to avoid typical mistakes with a certain usage., The differences in the conventional and modern usage of certain structures have been explained., Words serving as different parts of speech and having different shades of meaning in different contexts have been clearly explained. Notes for cross-reference for comparative study make it easy to refer to the appropriate section to understand usage in different contexts., The Focused Review section, at the end of each chapter, will help readers evaluate how much of the theoretical principles and concepts they have been able to assimilate., For self-assessment of the ability at using particular grammatical structures, practice exercises have been incorporated., A glossary of grammatical terms and concepts will be helpful for easy reference., Suitable chapters in the book will make one progress systematically from one grammar point to another. To help readers navigate to a chapter which deals with a point they find difficult to understand or use, a detailed listing of topics has been provided in the contents., The book has been written especially for Indian students and teachers of English language. Foreign publications on English grammar are mostly written for students with English as their mother tongue. Therefore, the knowledge of the basics is taken for granted. Further, the subject matter contains examples that are sometimes alien to the Indian context. On the other hand, most Indian books on grammar lack good presentation; the examples are inadequate; and the subject matter is not adapted to recent theories about grammar. This book aims to remove some of these lacunae and serve as an invaluable reference book for writers, students, and teachers, alike.spectrum spectrum book