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

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

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 offers original theoretical accounts and a wealth of descriptive information concerning modality in present-day English. At the same time, it provides