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Hammer's German Grammar and Usage

This much-awaited new edition of Hammer's German Grammar and Usage—the pre-eminent, most authoritative German grammar reference in the English language—has been extensively revised with new German spelling changes and new usage examples. Instead of getting bogged down in idealized rules,Professor Durrell focuses on how Germans really speak. Included are clear and concise explanations, many examples from everyday life, and comprehensive cross-referencing and indexing.

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