Reference

William Little (Author)

The Shorter Oxford English Dictionary

Editura: OXFORD UNIV PR USA

Anul aparitiei: 1973

George D. Squibb (Author)

Precedence in England and Wales

Editura: OXFORD UNIV PR USA

Anul aparitiei: 1981

Elizabeth II Her Late Majesty Queen (Author)

Enduring Wisdom: Words of Hope and Inspiration by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Editura: SPCK PUB

Anul aparitiei: 2024

Loved and admired throughout the world, her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II touched the l

Harper Collins Publishers

Collins Italian Dictionary

Editura: HarperResource

Anul aparitiei: 2005

A new edition of the acclaimed "Collins Italian Gem Dictionary," revised and updated with the latest vocabulary and now including a handy supplement of useful travel phrases. With its extensive coverage of Italian language in a compact form, the "Collins Italian Gem" remains the indispensable small dictionary for learners of Italian. Newly updated, its 35,000-plus references and 50,000 translations include the latest additions to the language. With an attractive clear layout and typography, featuring special entries relating to various aspects of Italian life and culture, boxes warning the user of easily confusable words and handy supplement on useful travel phrases, the Italian Gem is compact, reliable and completely up-to-date the ideal small dictionary for school and general use.

Christopher F. Foss

Jane's Tanks Recognition Guide

Editura: HarperCollins Publishers

Anul aparitiei: 2006

This compact encyclopedia is based on resources from the Jane's Information Group, making it easier to distinguish the key features of all the modern military vehicles in service today.

Collins Guide to Scots Kith & Kin: A Guide to the Clans & Surnames of Scotland

Editura: Collins

Anul aparitiei: 2008

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.

The Times Concise Atlas of the World

Editura: HarperCollins (UK)

Anul aparitiei: 2009

Whether planning a vacation, keeping in touch with world news, solving crosswords, or just exploring the world, this completely updatedatlas has all the necessary information. An amazingly detailed view of the world is provided by 260 pages of mapping, and the illustrated thematic content covers the most important geographical issues of the day. The reference mapping has been completely revised with thousands of changes reflecting recent geopolitical and geographical changes around the world. A unique section shows how the world looked over the last 150 years through maps from the "Times" atlases. Updated plans of 32 of the world's great cities are included on the reference maps of the country in which they are located for easy reference. All thematic and statistical information in the introductory section has been updated to reflectcurrent geographical and global issues. The index containsmore than130,000 place names, fully cross-referenced with alternative and former names."

The Times

The Times Compact Atlas of the World

Editura: HarperCollins (UK)

Anul aparitiei: 2010

This is a complete world reference atlas in a convenient and easy-to-use format that retains the authority, style, and detail of the larger atlases offered in this range. All the mapping and information in this revised edition has been brought fully up to date to give an accurate picture of today's world, taking into account any recent environmental and geopolitical changes. The major updates include in this fifth edition include: the new independent country of Kosovo; the latest magnetic pole positions; revised Aral Sea and Lake Chad outlines; new high speed rail lines in Europe; abandoned settlements--a feature unique to "Times "world atlases, a large number of new road and railways, many of which are in China; and more than 400 place name changes. The comprehensive index contains more than 25,000 place names. Detailed reference maps in the distinctive and respected "Times "style provide balanced, systematic coverage of all parts of the world.

Gok Wan

Work Your Wardrobe: Gok's Gorgeous Guide to Style That Lasts

Editura: HarperCollins (UK)

Anul aparitiei: 2010

Collins Dictionary of the English Language

Editura: HarperCollins (UK)

Anul aparitiei: 2010

The new "Collins Dictionary of the English Language" is comprehensive and authoritative, providing an endlessly browsable "good read" for language lovers. Elegantly packaged with attractive yet durable binding, this is the perfect gift for the dictionary buff or language lover in your life. This dictionary contains all the words and definitions you need every day, plus over 200 essays and special features on a wide range of language topics. With essays on the history of English, the influence of other languages on English, and English as it is used around the world, this reference also touches on the language of historically important writers (including Chaucer and Shakespeare), and grammar controversies.

Collins Pocket English Dictionary

Editura: Collins

Anul aparitiei: 2010

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.

Gary Blake

Elements of Technical Writing

Editura: Longman Publishing Group

Anul aparitiei: 1993

The essential guide to writing clear, concise proposals, reports, manuals, letters, memos, and other documents in every technical field. Includes a section with examples and text that address the specialized writing problems of systems analysts and software engineers."

Webster

Webster's New World Pocket Misspeller's Dictionary

Editura: Webster's New World

Anul aparitiei: 1997

A handy guide when you can't think of the right spelling. * Easy to use. * Lists thousands of words by common misspellings. * Gives brief definitions for similar sounding words. * Shows syllable breaks. A Webster's New World(TM) Book Macmillan USA

Webster's New World Dictionary

Webster's New World Basic Dictionary of American English

Editura: Webster's New World

Anul aparitiei: 1998

In the United States, 20 percent of the adult population is marginally literate. Of these roughly 30 million people, approximately 1.8 million are enrolled in basic skills literacy programs. Webster's New World has created a dictionary that is uniquely designed to help these beginning readers. Webster's New World Basic Dictionary of American English defines 49,000 of the most commonly used words in the American English lexicon. These are the words adult readers are most likely to encounter in newspapers and magazines, on job applications and product instructions, on advertising billboards and their children's school progress reports. The dictionary defines these words in clear, easy-to-understand language, using only words that are themselves defined in the dictionary, but never condescending to the adult reader. Definitions are liberally supplemented with example phrases and sentences that put words in context and help new readers understand meaning and usage. Special notes on synonyms help new readers differentiate between words with similar meanings. And selected illustrations help readers identify and remember words. This quality paperback book is designed for ease of reading ...

Webster's New World College Dictionary

Editura: Webster's New World

Anul aparitiei: 1999

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

Charlton Laird, Webster's New World Dictionary

Webster's New World Rogets A-Z Thesaurus

Editura: Webster's New World

Anul aparitiei: 1999

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.

Webster

Websters New World Roget's A-Z Thesaurus

Editura: Webster's New World

Anul aparitiei: 1999

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.

Mba Gorman, Tom Gorman

The Complete Idiot's Guide to MBA Basics, 2nd Edition

Editura: Alpha Books

Anul aparitiei: 2003

A revised edition of the popular classic, this title features updated topics to build MBA knowledge. Students and managers alike will learn about management skills, business operations, financial statements, marketing, product development, customer service, strategic planning, information management, and quality management. Updated coverage includes global and international business, knowledge management, e-commerce, supply chain management, sales channel management, and financial integrity and ethics.

HarperCollins Publishers, Harper Resource, Harper Collins Publishers

HarperCollins Pocket Spanish Dictionary, 2nd Edition

Editura: Collins Reference

Anul aparitiei: 2002

The most up-to-date and easy-to-use pocket dictionary available Clear color layout for maximum ease of use KEYWORD feature -- extra help with translating the most essential vocabulary Over 70,000 translations Unique games section that helps readers have fun while learning