Essential German Grammar

by E.F. Bleiler, Guy Stern, Everett F. Bleiler

Book Overview

This is the first German grammar which has been specifically designed for the adult with limited learning time who wishes to be able to express himself with reasonable accuracy, yet does not wish to be burdened with archaic, highly literary, or seldom used forms. It covers the most important points of German grammar in the clearest possible manner, stressing regularities rather than irregularities and concentrating upon the constructions and expression-modes...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486204227
• ISBN13: 9780486204222
• Release Date: June 1961
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.4" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

amazing!

this book truly deserves five stars. all the other reviews are right on. it is an incredibly helpful piece of art. of course you can't expect this book to be the only one you'll need to learn german, but without it you'll more than likely find yourself drowning in a pool of confusing grammatical terms, having to go back and read the same sentence over and over until you understand it. this is one of the books, however, where you can read a page in one, clean sweep and understand it clearly. A+ for using the Rechtschreibreform, (the new german spelling reform) but i don't understand how it does so when it was written in the 60s....... if you're a beginner or want to brush up, buy this. don't think about it. buy it.

Help where I most needed it

This book is an excellent compilation of German Grammer. I have used it extensively in the three years I have been studying the language. Its compact and easy layout are wonderful when you need to find information on any sort of grammer snafu. I heartily recommend it to anyone.

Only with it

Only with this book at hand, should you dare to study German. The ultimate reference guide, especially for those using textbooks for German classes that seem more concerned about German culture and glossy pages than thorough explanation of grammar. Forget if a preposition is dative or accusative ? ... EGG is here to help. Thank you Guy Stern and E.F> Bleiler.

Very clear

I bought this book with little knowledge of the German language. It's very organized and well thought out. It is for the beginner with a limited amount of time. These 120 some pages contain EVERY BASIC thing you would need to learn about German grammar. I wouldnt recommend using this book alone. I use language tapes with this book. A downfall is it doesnt show how to pronounce the words. But otherwise, there is no other book for a beginner to use to grasp a basic understanding of the German language than "Essential German Grammar" --Peace Out

Best German grammar (in English) on the market!

This is a clearly written introduction to the complexities of German grammar. It takes the language apart bit by bit (or problem by problem) so that it never becomes threatening or overwhelming. The book is targeted at English speakers who have begun to learn German by a phrase approach or by listening to tapes, and have already mastered some basic phrases and vocabulary. It is an excellent supplement to self-study by tapes or books, or a refresher for those who learned some German in school years ago and are looking to brush up on their grammar. I am an American living in Germany and attempting to learn the language, and this is the best tool I've found for grammar. It was recommended to me by a friend studying at a German university (in German!) as the best on the market. My German tutor now uses it with her other American students as well. And it is even popular among my German friends who are polishing their English grammar!