"A Grammar of the French Language" by G.L.M. Strauss is a comprehensive guide to understanding the rules and nuances of the French language, specifically focusing on the genders of French nouns.
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| "A Grammar of the French Language" by G.L.M. Strauss |
Published in 1853, the book begins with a preface in which the author explains the importance of a grammar in teaching the proper way to speak and write a language. Strauss emphasizes the systematic arrangement of rules in his work, ensuring that even in its elementary nature, it provides essential information for students of French.
The book is divided into several chapters, starting with an introduction that covers the alphabet, pronunciation, and orthography of the French language. Chapter I delves into the use of articles and substantives, while Chapter II explores the different types of adjectives and their functions. Chapter III focuses on numerals, Chapter IV on pronouns including personal, demonstrative, possessive, and relative pronouns.
Chapter V is dedicated to verbs, beginning with introductory remarks and then moving on to the conjugation of various types of verbs, including irregular verbs and pronominal verbs. The chapter also covers the use of tenses, the subjunctive mode, and the infinitive mode. Chapter VI discusses the present and past participles, while Chapter VII covers adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions, and interjections.
Strauss acknowledges the influence of previous works on French grammar, including Noel and Chapsal's classic grammar, Levizac and Brasseur's English-French grammars, and Arnold's "First French Book." He also credits Prideaux's treatise on gender in French grammar for informing his section on the gender of nouns.
Overall, "A Grammar of the French Language" provides a thorough and detailed overview of the essential rules and structures of French grammar, making it a valuable resource for students and learners of the language.
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