Modal auxiliary verbs have long been a nightmare for anyone learning English as a second language.This particular aspect of the English language is probably the

Learn how to use modal verbs, one of the most important areas of English grammar. You will find out the meanings and correct contexts for every modal and semi-m

A detailed account of the many uses and functions of these verbs. The nature of modality, and some controversial issues, are also discussed.

This book provides a historical insight into the use and meanings of modal verbs in the language of the Early Modern English period. It investigates how William