William D. O'Grady, John Archibald. Contemporary Linguistic Analysis: An Introduction. New York, Pearson Canada, 2019.

Contemporary Linguistics is one of the most comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of linguistics, balancing engaging aspects of language study with solid coverage of the basics. Up-to-date scholarship, a direct approach, and a lucid writing style makes it appealing to instructors and beginning students alike and a resource that many students continue to use beyond the classroom.