In Use Martin Hewings — Advanced English Grammar

: Unlike intermediate books, this text delves into advanced concepts such as performative verbs, complex passive forms, mixed conditionals, inversion for emphasis, and reporting structures.

Hewings tackles "future in the past" ( was going to vs. would ) and the subtle difference between will be doing (pure future fact) and will have done (looking back from a future point). advanced english grammar in use martin hewings

Five units dedicated strictly to academic writing and professional styling. : Unlike intermediate books, this text delves into

| Aspect | What You Get | |--------|---------------| | | Covers distinctions most coursebooks ignore: would for past habits vs. used to vs. would for annoying habits. | | Clarity | Hewings writes explanations in plain English, using tables and minimal jargon. | | Active learning | Exercises are not rote gap-fills; many require rewriting, error analysis, or choosing the more natural option. | | Real language focus | Includes units on "formal vs. informal grammar" (e.g., whom – when required, when pretentious). | | Self-study friendly | Cross-referencing, a thorough index, and the study guide make it easy to use alone. | Five units dedicated strictly to academic writing and