Corpus-Based Contrastive Studies of English and Chinese

Explore the fascinating world of linguistics with Corpus-Based Contrastive Studies of English and Chinese by Tony McEnery. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2014, this insightful volume spans 216 pages and offers a comprehensive analysis of major grammatical categories in English and Chinese, two of the most significant yet distinctly different languages of the 21st century. Utilizing large matching corpora of authentic spoken and written data, McEnery provides a groundbreaking examination of contrastive linguistics, making this book an essential resource for linguists, language learners, and educators alike. Whether you are interested in comparative grammar or the intricacies of the Chinese language, this book is a valuable addition to your collection. Dive into the rich contrasts and similarities between these two languages and enhance your understanding of their grammatical frameworks.