This monograph investigates the complex interplay of modality, mood, and aspect within spoken Arabic dialects, focusing on the distinct linguistic features present in Egypt and the Levant. Authored by S.A. ai-Hassan and T.F. Mitchell, established scholars in Arabic linguistics, the book draws upon extensive research within the 'Library of Arabic Linguistics' series. It aims to provide a detailed analysis of these grammatical categories as they manifest in spoken forms, contributing to both specialized Arabic linguistic studies and broader linguistic theory.

As part of the esteemed 'Library of Arabic Linguistics' series, this monograph is positioned as a significant contribution to the study of Arabic linguistics. Its focus on spoken dialects, particularly those of Egypt and the Levant, addresses a crucial area of linguistic research. The book's detailed analysis of modality, mood, and aspect is expected to be of value to scholars and students specializing in Arabic linguistics and general linguistic theory.