This elementary grammar includes 25 units that provide grammatical explanation and associated exercises. Features a user-friendly format, examples, jargon-free explanations, ample grammar exercises and an answer key. All Chinese entries are presented in both Pinyin romanisation and Chinese characters. They are accompanied by English translations to facilitate self-tuition as well as classroom teaching in both spoken and written Chinese. With its sister volume, Intermediate Chinese: A Grammar & Workbook, this resource is a must for all learners of Chinese.