Meaning and the English Verb 3rd Edition by Geoffrey N. Leech (PDF)

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Every language has its peculiar problems of meaning for the foreign learner. In the English language, some of the biggest yet most fascinating problems are concentrated in the area of the finite verb phrase: in particular, tense, aspect, mood and modality. Meaning and the English Verb describes these fields in detail for teachers and advanced students of English as a foreign or second language. This new third edition uses up-to-date examples to show differences and similarities between American and British english, reflecting a great deal of recent research in this area. It also takes account of the subtle changes which are taking place in the language today.In print for over 30 years, Meaning and the English Verb has established itself as a recognised authority on the meaning and use of verb constructions in English. This updated third edition will ensure that it remains an invaluable text for teachers and students of English worldwide.

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Editorial Reviews: Review This new updated third edition confirms Professor Leech’s pre-eminence in the field. The book is still the clearest and most authoritative statement of meaning in the verb phrase, and the revised extended treatment of modality and mood constitutes a new standard for English language study. The writing is clear, precise and combines complexity with accessibility. Descriptive linguists, applied linguists, critical discourse analysts, teachers and students of the English language across the world will continue to reach for this book again and again. Professor Peter Stockwell, University of NottinghamThis new edition, taking into account recent studies on English grammar, is elaborately organized with lucid and insightful descriptions of the relationship between form and meaning – indispensably valuable work that will no doubt greatly benefit teachers and students of English as a second/foreign language. Professor Miyazaki Akio, Mie University, Japan About the Author Geoffrey Leech is Emeritus Professor of English Linguistics at Lancaster University. He has published 20 books with Longman, including ‘A Linguistic Guide to English Poetry’ and ‘A Communicative Grammar of English’.

Reviews from Amazon users which were colected at the time this book was published on the website:

⭐Generally, books on verbs come with several rules that either you understand or just memorize them. This book does bring rules but based on meaning. They all come clearly explained and applied to daily usage and more than that, it goes deep into subtleties that make all the difference. A must for all who want to master English verbs

⭐Full of examples and explanations. A linguistic approach to English verbal system made easy.

⭐Exhaustive and inspiring, this is a monumental descriptive study on English verbs and their semantic aspects. For non-native English learners who have trouble understanding the bahaviors of English verbs, no other book could be more useful. The author, Geoffrey Leech, says in Introduction that one of the main causes that make English a difficult-to-learn lanaguge for non-natives is somewhat elusive behaviors of its verbs(or especially auxilialiy verbs), and my own experience(I am a non-native learner of English) strongly bolsters this view, because notwithstanding the fact that I have spent many years learning the language, I cannot comprehend the behaviors of many ordinary English verbs, far less those of auxiliary ones, and this to such a degree that still now, I cannot write a brief passage confidently without having it proofread by native speakers. Hence it is that this book, which analyzes closesly and elucidates exaustively the semantic aspects of basic English verbs, is a must for non-native learners-at least if they are to learn grammatically correct English.

⭐Geoffrey Leech’s book is an excellent reference tool that is concise and intelligently organized. It covers material you won’t find in most style and usage guides. There’s just enough information on each topic to make the coverage throrough but not overly complex. Difficult subjects, such as backshift, the subjunctive, and modality, are covered with clarity and sufficient detail. Whether you agree with every position or not, you’ll find the treatment informative and useful. This book should be on the desk of anyone who wants to understand tense, mood, aspect, and the breadth of expression accessible through the use of English verbs.

⭐This little gem is far more comprehensive than the title suggests, and Geoffrey Leech makes the rather dry subject matter readily comprehensible. I recommend it as a worthy addition to your EFL library.

⭐This book arrived quickly and in great condition.This edition is very useful for those who want to understand why we use different parts of grammar.Highly recommended.

⭐Excellent.

⭐This book helps you understand the nuances involved in the usage of verb tenses/aspects, modal verbs, and indirect speech. It deals with these topics in great detail with a lot of example sentences, illustrative diagrams, and tables. What I find missing in this book is the topic of active voice/passive voice and the restrictions to passivization. Nevertheless, this is a great book written in easy-to-understand simple style. I strongly recommend this to anyone who is passionate about English grammar.

⭐a little bit complicated. But if you really want to learn grammer , it’s for you !!! !!! !!! !!!!

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