French Grammar in Context

<p>Now in its fifth edition <em>French Grammar in Context</em> presents a unique and exciting approach to learning grammar.</p><p>Authentic texts from a rich variety of sources literary and journalistic are used as the starting point for the illustration and explanation of key areas of French grammar. Each point is consolidated with a wide range of written and spoken exercises. Grammar is presented not as an end in itself but as a tool essential to enjoying French understanding native speakers and communicating effectively with them.</p><p>Literary texts and poems are taken from renowned French authors such as Albert Camus Émile Zola André Malraux Alain Robbe-Grillet Stendhal and Jacques Prévert. News sources include <em>Libération</em><em> Le Point</em><em> Marianne</em> and <em>Le Monde Diplomatique</em> in addition to articles from regional papers such as <i>Ouest-France</i> and <i>La Voix du Nord</i>. Lifestyle articles are included from magazines such as <i>Elle</i>.</p><p>This fifth edition has been updated to include new texts for Chapters 24 and 25 and two new revision texts. In addition this new edition is supported by a revised and extended companion website that offers a wealth of additional interactive exercises to practise and reinforce the material covered.</p><p>French Grammar in Context is aimed at intermediate and advanced students and is ideal for both independent and class-based study.</p>