Foundations of Grammar

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ISBN: 9781350462878

Beyond Standardized American English

Trini Stickle (Western Kentucky University, USA), Veronika Drake

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English

Bloomsbury Academic
11 June 2026

Grammar, syntax

This introductory textbook on the structure of English gives a comprehensive, descriptive grammar of contemporary standardized and non-standardized American English dialects. It helps students understand, analyze, and appreciate grammatical patterns from a variety of American dialects, including African American English, Appalachian English, Chicano English, and Southern American English—deepening students’ comprehension of grammar and their analytical skills.

Grammatical structures and features are introduced iteratively and illustrated through numerous examples, which showcase various dialect features. Students are encouraged to treat these examples as linguistic data sets and to investigate them like language detectives. The authors guide students from initial observations to full explanations of terms, concepts, and features. Providing ample practice and iterative exercises, as well as suggestions for real-world application, Foundations of Grammar introduces students to the rigorous study of grammar and promotes appreciation for a variety of dialects, particularly those that are stigmatized. Recommended readings and ideas for student projects are provided in a companion website that also offers resources for instructors.

This groundbreaking exploration of American English grammar challenges prevailing myths about grammar, promotes awareness of linguistic diversity, and invites readers to think critically about their own English dialects.

By: Trini Stickle (Western Kentucky University USA), Veronika Drake
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 236mm, Width: 162mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 780g
ISBN: 9781350462878
ISBN 10: 135046287X
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 11 June 2026
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Trini Stickle is Associate Professor of English at Western Kentucky University, USA. Veronika Drake is Professor of English at Saginaw Valley State University, USA.

Reviews for Foundations of Grammar: Beyond Standardized American English

What makes this book one-of-a-kind is the way it enacts linguistic justice. By foregrounding the systematicity of multiple Englishes—especially AAL and CHE—you normalize these varieties and invite readers to appreciate their full grammatical richness. -- Teaira McMurtry * Assistant Professor, University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Education *