This core textbook helps readers get to grips with the fundamentals of English grammar so that they can critically engage with a wide variety of texts. Combining contemporary linguistic approaches with the familiar terminology of traditional grammar, this lively book offers a hands-on introduction to English grammar. With exercises provided throughout to consolidate learning, the book is divided into two clear sections the first locating the study of grammar within its broader context, and the second taking more practical approach, applying the methods learnt and developed in the first part. This is an indispensable text for students and teachers of English language and linguistics. It is also a valuable resource for those studying English as a second or foreign language.