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Paperback: 658 pages
Publisher: Oxford University Press; 2nd Revised edition edition (1995)
Language English
ISBN-10: 019431197X
ISBN-13: 978-0194311977
Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 3.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

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104 of 105 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best reference book on grammar!, 17 April 2001

By	margtam@hotmail.com (Hong Kong) - See all my reviews

I studied English as a second language and have been teaching it for over 10 years in Hong Kong. From time to time, I need to consult a dictionary or a reference book on usages and grammar. I saw this book by accident several years ago in the education section of the university library and I knew it's the one book I couldn't do without. I rushed to the bookshop to get my own copy and I've been using it ever since. I would recommend it to anybody who is serious in improving his or her own English. After you've read this book you'll be surprised to find English Grammar can actually be presented in a user-friendly manner. The concepts are very clearly defined and well-illustrated by self-explanatory examples. For elementary learners and beginners, I would also recommend "Practical English Grammar" by the same author. It's a good start and accompanied with an exercise book. All in all, it is a MUST for all ESL learners.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A reference book for all levels, 15 Feb 2001

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This review is from: Practical English Usage (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

My English lecturer recomended this book to me, and I have never regretted buying it. As a non-native speaker of English, I find this reference book to be very straight foward and answers most, if not all, of my questions on English. The defferences between formal written English, and informal written English are clearly explained, and there are a lot of examples too. As a non-native speaker, the part on the differences between Brittish and American English is greatly appreciated. On top of that, entries on pronunciation, punctuation marks, idioms, taboo words, slang, spelling and others are also available. It is also very user-friendly as there is a solid index, and a cross-reference to related topics. I would recomend this book to those who are studying English in the elementary level, as well as the advanced non-native speakers as one will never fail to learn something new whenever one opens up the book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A very useful grammar the size of a dictionary, 18 Jan 2004

By	VENTURINI VIVIANA (NAVE, BRESCIA Italy) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Practical English Usage (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

This grammar book has the size of a dictionary, and the entries are in alphabetical order for quick reference. It is "intended for intermediate and advanced students, and for teachers of English," as it is stated in the introduction. I particularly enjoy the bright white of the paper and the use of a brown-red for the entries, whereas their explanations are in black, in bold type and cursive. There are also ten very interesting pages about "newspaper headlines" and useful information on "stress, rhythm and intonation," as well as "weak and strong forms."
I have a degree in foreign languages and literatures and have taught English for the last ten years. I think everyone who studies the English language should have this book on their shelves, next to their dictionaries, for whatever your grammar doubt is, you'll quickly find a solution to your problem.

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3.0 out of 5 stars 3rd Edition vs 2nd Edition
I personally prefer 2nd edition than the 3rd, because it had a great amount of examples which make it easy for us to understand, especially when your mother tongue is not English.

Published 1 month ago by S. Dissanayake

5.0 out of 5 stars Complex concepts clarified in simple language
Michael Swan has a very elegant writing style which clarifies the complexities of English Grammar and Usage in reader-friendly language. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Mr. Nicolas H. Dawson

4.0 out of 5 stars Another reasonable investment
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Published 5 months ago by Sanne

5.0 out of 5 stars Very usefull
This book is so practical. I'm sure once I've finished studying it I will be able to speak properly English (until then, plese forgive the mistakes incured in this comment).

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I lost this book whilst travelling but found that there is no substitute. Swan really is the master of grammar and his presentation is superb. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Mr. Peter A. S. Jacques

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Published 15 months ago by Ian Shine

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This is regarded as a classic text, but in the eight years that I have owned it I can't say that I have ever found the answer to a single grammar or usage problem in this book... Read more

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