Book 1 of 5 · Chapters 1–36
Grammar& Syntax
Rules that make sense, from the basics to advanced structures.
Book 1 takes you from the alphabet and simple sentences to advanced syntax and style. Each of its 36 chapters explains one grammar point clearly, shows it with real examples and a visual guide, and gives you practice with a full answer key.
- Pages
- 605
- Chapters
- 36
- Modules
- 7
- Appendices
- 8
- Levels
- A1–C2
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What you will learn
36 chapters in 7 modules
Tap a module to see its chapters. Each module is labelled with its CEFR level.
Module 1FoundationsA16 chapters
- Ch 1: The English Alphabet, Spelling Basics, and Capitalisation
- Ch 2: Nouns
- Ch 3: Pronouns
- Ch 4: Articles and Determiners
- Ch 5: Adjectives
- Ch 6: Verbs: The Basics
Module 2Core Sentence BuildingA1–A26 chapters
- Ch 7: Basic Sentence Structure
- Ch 8: Sentence Types and Functions
- Ch 9: Prepositions
- Ch 10: Adverbs
- Ch 11: Conjunctions and Connectors
- Ch 12: Interjections, Numbers, Dates, and Time Expressions
Module 3The Tense SystemA1–B25 chapters
- Ch 13: Present Tenses
- Ch 14: Past Tenses
- Ch 15: Future Forms
- Ch 16: Tense Contrast and Review
- Ch 17: Common Tense Errors and Pitfalls
Module 4Modality, Mood, and VoiceB1–C14 chapters
- Ch 18: Modal Verbs
- Ch 19: The Moods of English
- Ch 20: Conditionals
- Ch 21: Active and Passive Voice
Module 5Verb Patterns and Non-Finite FormsB1–B23 chapters
- Ch 22: Infinitives and Gerunds
- Ch 23: Participles
- Ch 24: Causative and Reporting Constructions
Module 6Sentence ArchitectureB2–C16 chapters
- Ch 25: Phrases and Clauses
- Ch 26: Sentence Structures
- Ch 27: Relative Clauses
- Ch 28: Reported (Indirect) Speech
- Ch 29: Comparison and Contrast Structures
- Ch 30: Agreement and Concord
Module 7Advanced Syntax and StyleC1–C26 chapters
- Ch 31: Sentence Transformations
- Ch 32: Emphasis and Inversion
- Ch 33: Ellipsis, Substitution, and Cohesion
- Ch 34: Nominalisation, Parallelism, and Information Structure
- Ch 35: Punctuation Mastery
- Ch 36: The Great Error Clinic
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Also in the book
Built for self-study
- Getting Started guideA diagnostic test tells you where to start, with learning pathways and a study plan.
- A visual guide in every chapterCharts, timelines and diagrams that show each idea at a glance.
- Key Rules and Pitfall AlertsThe core idea stated simply, and the common mistakes to avoid.
- Practice with answer keysGraded exercises with short explanations, so you can check your own work.
Appendices
8 reference sections
- Appendix A: Irregular Verb Master List
- Appendix B: Grammar Quick-Reference Charts and Tense Timelines
- Appendix C: Punctuation Guide
- Appendix D: Common Errors Cheat Sheet
- Appendix E: Glossary of Grammatical and Linguistic Terms
- Appendix F: Grammar Notebook, Error Log and Templates
- Appendix G: Master Answer Key Index
- Appendix H: Recommended Resources for Grammar Learners
The series
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Book 1 of 5 · Chapters 1–36
Grammar& Syntax
Rules that make sense, from the basics to advanced structures.
Book 1 takes you from the alphabet and simple sentences to advanced syntax and style. Each of its 36 chapters explains one grammar point clearly, shows it with real examples and a visual guide, and gives you practice with a full answer key.
- Pages
- 605
- Chapters
- 36
- Modules
- 7
- Appendices
- 8
- Levels
- A1–C2
PDF eBook · instant download after payment from My Account > Orders
What you will learn
36 chapters in 7 modules
Tap a module to see its chapters. Each module is labelled with its CEFR level.
Module 1FoundationsA16 chapters
- Ch 1: The English Alphabet, Spelling Basics, and Capitalisation
- Ch 2: Nouns
- Ch 3: Pronouns
- Ch 4: Articles and Determiners
- Ch 5: Adjectives
- Ch 6: Verbs: The Basics
Module 2Core Sentence BuildingA1–A26 chapters
- Ch 7: Basic Sentence Structure
- Ch 8: Sentence Types and Functions
- Ch 9: Prepositions
- Ch 10: Adverbs
- Ch 11: Conjunctions and Connectors
- Ch 12: Interjections, Numbers, Dates, and Time Expressions
Module 3The Tense SystemA1–B25 chapters
- Ch 13: Present Tenses
- Ch 14: Past Tenses
- Ch 15: Future Forms
- Ch 16: Tense Contrast and Review
- Ch 17: Common Tense Errors and Pitfalls
Module 4Modality, Mood, and VoiceB1–C14 chapters
- Ch 18: Modal Verbs
- Ch 19: The Moods of English
- Ch 20: Conditionals
- Ch 21: Active and Passive Voice
Module 5Verb Patterns and Non-Finite FormsB1–B23 chapters
- Ch 22: Infinitives and Gerunds
- Ch 23: Participles
- Ch 24: Causative and Reporting Constructions
Module 6Sentence ArchitectureB2–C16 chapters
- Ch 25: Phrases and Clauses
- Ch 26: Sentence Structures
- Ch 27: Relative Clauses
- Ch 28: Reported (Indirect) Speech
- Ch 29: Comparison and Contrast Structures
- Ch 30: Agreement and Concord
Module 7Advanced Syntax and StyleC1–C26 chapters
- Ch 31: Sentence Transformations
- Ch 32: Emphasis and Inversion
- Ch 33: Ellipsis, Substitution, and Cohesion
- Ch 34: Nominalisation, Parallelism, and Information Structure
- Ch 35: Punctuation Mastery
- Ch 36: The Great Error Clinic
Look inside
Real pages from the book
Tap a page to see it full size.
Also in the book
Built for self-study
- Getting Started guideA diagnostic test tells you where to start, with learning pathways and a study plan.
- A visual guide in every chapterCharts, timelines and diagrams that show each idea at a glance.
- Key Rules and Pitfall AlertsThe core idea stated simply, and the common mistakes to avoid.
- Practice with answer keysGraded exercises with short explanations, so you can check your own work.
Appendices
8 reference sections
- Appendix A: Irregular Verb Master List
- Appendix B: Grammar Quick-Reference Charts and Tense Timelines
- Appendix C: Punctuation Guide
- Appendix D: Common Errors Cheat Sheet
- Appendix E: Glossary of Grammatical and Linguistic Terms
- Appendix F: Grammar Notebook, Error Log and Templates
- Appendix G: Master Answer Key Index
- Appendix H: Recommended Resources for Grammar Learners
The series