This book presents the principles of a Hallidayan approach to language
studies, and introduces a set of techniques for the grammatical analysis
of English. It includes an overview of the applications of functional
grammar that demonstrates the practical importance of linguistic theory
and analysis in relation to issues in education and society. This
edition also locates Michael Halliday and his school within the history
of linguistics. Linguistic terms are clearly explained and illustrated
with authentic examples from a wide variety of sources including
scientific and technical texts.
