Descriere: Although largely replaced by the modern A-Z thesaurus format, the thematic organization of the original Roget thesaurus set the standard for many years. This new edition of the renowned Webster's New World(TM) 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. A helpful appendix produces lists of important terms grouped by their endings such as -cracy/-crat (government types), -ology/-ologist (field of scholarship), and more. Webster's New World(TM) Roget's A-Z Thesaurus gives writers what they really need -- more synonyms, with the broadest and most useful range of comparisons, examples, and related terms and ideas. It is the only college thesaurus to offer synonym discussion paragraphs and clearly distinguished example lists. Writers and speakers everywhere will find that when they have to say it better, Webster's New World(TM) Roget's A-Z Thesaurus, unique in concept and revolutionary in design, can help them say it best.
Autori: Charlton Laird, Webster's New World Dictionary | Editura: Webster's New World | Anul aparitiei: 1999 | ISBN: 9780028631226 | Numar de pagini: 894 | 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.
Webster's New World College Dictionary
Webster's New World College Dictionary includes the only four-color atlas offered by a dictionary of this size. The expanded reference section provides easy access to geographical, historical, and other encyclopedic information. Unsurpassed for nearly half a century for its reliability, clarity, and precision, Webster's New World College Dictionary provides the most accurate information available anywhere. Millions of users worldwide value this unique combination of features, found in no other dictionary: * Clear, readable definitions that provide instant understanding * More than 160,000 entries and over 800 illustrations, biographical photographs, and maps * Page and text redesigned for even greater readability * The official dictionary of the Associated Press
Collins Guide to Scots Kith & Kin: A Guide to the Clans & Surnames of Scotland
From Abbott to Zuill, this expansive and helpful resource categorizes the origins of, relationships between, and affiliations of all major traditional Scottish clans and names. Information is provided on which surnames are associated with each clan, as well as the history behind each major clan. A fold-out color map of Scotland showing the homelands of the clans and illustrating significant events in Scottish history is also included.