Although out of print for some time, this book is deservedly a classic for its clear exposition of Turkish grammar. Tiny in size, it contains a great deal of information, and is worth tracking down for anyone seriously interested in Turkish.

Although arranged as a grammar-based course, with translation exercises in each lesson (and a key in the back), it is probably two concentrated for most learners to actually learn from as a stand-alone book. Also, the vocabulary is a bit outmoded, and includes many Arabic-origin words that are not longer used in Turkish. But it explains things so clearly that it gives a learner the clearest exposition imaginable of the fine points of grammar, with examples to illustrate the points made.

Lewis has a masterful understanding of Turkish, and is also a master of clear English prose, thus making this book a joy to refer to for the beginning and intermediate student of Turkish.

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