Descriere: The fifth book in David Feldman's bestselling Imponderables(R) series, packed with even more answers to perplexing questions and solutions to everyday mysteriesCulled from the thousands of letters submitted by desperate fans, Do Penguins Have Knees? answers 100 new and even more perplexing questions about food, popular culture, the human body, science, and more, such as: Why are the oceans salty?Why is Rhode Island called an island when it obviously isn't an island?Why aren't there plums in plum pudding?Why do fish float upside-down when they die?And more!With over 190 irresistible entries and charming illustrations by longtime Imponderables(R) collaborator Kassie Schwan, Do Penguins Have Knees? is an Imponderables(R) classic.
Autori: David Feldman | Editura: Harper Paperbacks | Anul aparitiei: 2004 | ISBN: 9780060740917 | Numar de pagini: 336 | Categorie: Reference
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Websters New World Roget's A-Z Thesaurus
This new edition of the renowned Webster's New World Thesaurus combines a thematic index-based on Roget's original categories with the proven usefulness of its A-Z listing. New introductory material and an interpretive essay on Roget and his work reintroduce Roget's organizational technique to a new generation of thesaurus users.
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Oxymoronica: Paradoxical Wit and Wisdom from History's Greatest Wordsmiths
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Collins Pocket English Dictionary
With spelling, grammar, and pronunciation help, plus a handy supplement, this convenient reference puts all the everyday words you need at your fingertips. Presented in a newly revised edition, this handbook provides up-to-date language coverage along with practical guidance on effective English for everyday use. The text is compiled using the latest information on current English from Collins Word Web--a unique and constantly updated 4-billion word database--ensuring the most timely language coverage available. With all entry words and spelling forms highlighted in color and clear, modern definitions, you can be sure to find all the information you need in the quickest time possible.