Basic Polish: A Grammar and Workbook (Routledge Grammar Workbooks)

Basic Polish: A Grammar and Workbook (Routledge Grammar Workbooks)

<P><EM>Basic Polish </EM>presents concise explanations of grammar with related exercises, to build confidence in using the modern language.</P> <P></P> <P>Assuming no previous knowledge of Polish, the book’s step-by-step approach guarantees a thorough grounding in the basics of grammar. Each of the forty units introduces particular grammar points. Clear and concise explanations are supported by a wide range of examples and exercises to allow students to practise and consolidate their learning. Later units also reinforce material taught in earlier ones. </P> <P></P> <P>Key features include:</P> <P></P> <UL> <P> <LI>clear, accessible format</LI> <LI>many useful language examples</LI> <LI>jargon-free explanations of grammar</LI> <LI>abundant exercises with a full answer key</LI> <LI>notes on the Polish alphabet, pronunciation and stress </LI> <LI>Polish-English vocabulary</LI> <LI>subject index.</LI> <P></P></UL> <P></P> <P>This second edition has been revised to include updated examples and explanations. It also offers five new appendices containing a comprehensive summary of grammar functions, guidance on studying an inflected language, and helpful information on question words, the important verbs <EM>być</EM> and<EM> mieć</EM> and perfective and imperfective verb aspects. </P> <P></P> <P>Written by an experienced language teacher and author, <I>Basic Polish </I>is the ideal introduction to the structures and expressions most widely used in spoken and written Polish. It is suitable for both independent use and classroom study. </P>