Dreyer's English - An Utterly Correct Guide to Clarity and Style by Benjamin Dreyer

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Category: Dictionaries & Thersauruses

A witty, informative guide to writing from Random House's longtime copy chief and one of Twitter's leading language gurus--in the tradition of The Elements of Style   "Utterly delightful . . . will stand among the classics on how to use the English language properly."--Elizabeth Strout We all write , all the time: books, blogs, emails. Lots and lots of emails. And we all want to write better. Benjamin Dreyer is here to help.   As Random House's copy chief, Dreyer has upheld the standards of the legendary publisher for more than two decades. He is beloved by authors and editors alike--not to mention his followers on social media--for deconstructing the English language with playful erudition. Now he distills everything he has learned from the myriad books he has copyedited and overseen into a useful guide not just for writers but for everyone who wants to put their best prose foot forward.   As authoritative as it is amusing, Dreyer's English offers lessons on punctuation, from the underloved semicolon to the enigmatic en dash; the rules and nonrules of grammar, including why it's OK to begin a sentence with "And" or "But" and to confidently split an infinitive; and why it's best to avoid the doldrums of the Wan Intensifiers and Throat Clearers, including "very," "rather," "of course," and the dreaded "actually." Dreyer will let you know whether "alright" is all right (sometimes) and even help you brush up on your spelling--though, as he notes, "The problem with mnemonic devices is that I can never remember them."   And yes: "Only godless savages eschew the series comma."   Chockful of advice, insider wisdom, and fun facts, this book will prove to be invaluable to everyone who wants to shore up their writing skills, mandatory for people who spend their time editing and shaping other people's prose, and--perhaps best of all--an utter treat for anyone who simply revels in language.Advance praise for Dreyer's English   "A mind-blower--sure to jumpstart any writing project, just by exposing you, the writer, to Dreyer's astonishing level of sentence-awareness."--George Saunders   "Farewell, Strunk and White. Dreyer's English does more than exhort us to do better. It offers us an example of what it's like to be the best."--Jon Meacham ...Show more

Roget's Thesaurus by George Davidson (Editor)

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Roget's Thesaurus ranks as one of the greatest English language reference works, used for generations by anyone looking for help in order to write a letter, prepare a speech, solve a crossword, or write any manner of prose or poem. Its sales now exceed 32 million copies. This edition has been revi sed and updated to include all the latest buzzwords and phrases. In addition this new edition of Roget contains useful panels of additional information that include such nuggets of information as signs of the zodiac and the origins of familiar quotations that have become an integral part of our everyday language. ...Show more

The Complete Rhyming Dictionary by Clement Wood

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Category: Dictionaries & Thersauruses

This simple-to-use, exceptionally complete reference work has been updated, expanded and redesigned to meet the needs of today's most demanding wordsmiths. Included here are over 10,000 new entries--over 60,000 in all, sight, vowel, consonant, and one-, two-, and three-syllable rhymes.

Collins Australian Compact Dictionary by Collins Dictionaries

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In colour, and packed with fascinating features on language, Collins Australian Compact Dictionary is the ideal handy reference for people who love language. With extended word histories, surprising folk etymologies, notes on words borrowed from other languages, and a fantastic supplement, this thoughtf ully designed dictionary is large enough to include all the words and definitions you need, but small enough to hold in one hand. With a clear colour design and easy-to-use layout, browsing is easier than ever. All in all the perfect book for crossword solvers, word-game enthusiasts, and anyone with a passion for English. ...Show more

The West Australian Good Food Guide 2015 by Rob Broadfield

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Category: Cooking & Drinks

Collins Writer's Thesaurus of the English Language by 0

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Category: Dictionaries & Thersauruses

The new Collins Writer's Thesaurus of the English language is a comprehensive thesaurus, and a browsable 'good read' for writers and language lovers. Elegantly packaged, with attractive yet durable binding, this thesaurus is an ideal guide to English for the language lover in your life.

Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus Slipcase Set by COLLINS UK

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Attractively packaged in a slipcase, these 2 volumes come in duo-tone soft imitation leather binding, the ideal gift package to take your language use and knowledge further. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, the Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus a re the perfect reference books for everyday use. Based on Collins' 4.5-billion-word database of today's English, and covering a vast range of words and alternatives, as well as a huge choice of opposites. You will find all the words and definitions you need, with comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. What's more, the helpful language notes throughout both books help you to choose the right word for your purpose, and clear, accessible layout ensures users can find the language they need when they need it. ...Show more

Collins English Dictionary: Reference Edition by Collins Dictionaries

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A new-style dictionary in a durable and affordable format, for everyday use, with over 295,000 words, phrases and definitions for today’s fast-changing world and thousands of fascinating entries for people and places. Ideal for everyday use in the office, at home and for study, this is the diction ary for support in all areas of the language. Find out more - thousands of fascinating, fact-filled biographical and geographical entries for people and places. Have confidence - contains more references than any comparable dictionary with over 295,000. Comprehensive and authoritative, with all the words and definitions you need. Get it right - language notes help you choose the right words for every situation and give advice on words that are changing in meaning or use. Be confident - a supplement with hundreds of language tips for everyday use Get there fast - an ultra-clear layout allows you to find information quickly. ...Show more

Collins Scrabble Word Checker by Collins Dictionaries

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Category: Dictionaries & Thersauruses

Collins Scrabble Word Checker is an essential item for playing with family and friends. It contains all eligible words that can be played from 2 to 7 letters in length. With short definitions for each main word, players can also check meanings of words without consulting a second dictionary. The perfect portable companion for all Scrabble games. Collins Scrabble dictionaries are endorsed by Mattel and are an essential reference for all Scrabble players, from keen regular players to families playing with children. SCRABBLE(R) is a registered trademark of J. W. Spear & Sons Ltd., a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc.(c) 2008 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved. ...Show more

A Very Modern Dictionary: 400 New Words, Phrases, Acronyms, and Slang to Keep Your Culture Game on Fleek by Tobias Anthony

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Ever wondered what the difference is between your bae and your BFF? Have no idea where the string goes on a YOLO? Do you still think that literally means 'literally'? Maybe you've just plain old got the wrong end of the selfie stick? A Very Modern Dictionaryis an invaluable reference for anyone who has felt confused, befuddled and like, really, really old when trying to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of modern communication. With over 400 words, phrases, acronyms and portmanteaus that define the modern age, we'll have you #winning in no time. ...Show more

The Chambers Crossword Dictionary by Chambers

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The bestselling reference for crossword solvers and setters The Chambers Crossword Dictionary is the perfect tool for any crossword solver - and you know it because it is used by the setters themselves! What makes The Chambers Crossword Dictionary different? Comprehensive, reliable and easy-to-use, this major new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated by a team of crossword experts, and is specially tailored to the needs of crossword solvers. With more than 500,000 solutions to cryptic and quick clues, plus explanations of cryptic clue types and the use of anagram and other indicators, and insights into the world of crossword setting and memorable clues, it is truly the ultimate crossword bible. This new edition features: - Over 500,000 solutions for every kind of crossword. - More than 2,500 crossword code words alerting you to cryptic ploys. - Over 19,500 'one-stop' entries, with both synonyms and encyclopaedic material, for extra guidance in finding the right answer. - A wealth of recent synonyms to give you up-to-the-minute answers. - New topic lists to help you solve general-knowledge clues. - Word lists sorted by length and then alphabetically to make finding solutions easy. - Includes words, phrases, abbreviations, symbols, codes and other cryptic 'building blocks'. - Packed with crossword jargon, anagram and other indicators and essential cryptic vocabulary. - Draws on the latest Chambers Dictionary 13th Edition and the authoritative Chambers reference range. It is packed with expert advice and editorial from: - Derek Arthur (1945-2010), co-editor of The Listener crossword in The Times and of The Chambers Crossword Dictionary, 2nd edition - Ross Beresford, former co-editor of The Listener crossword - Peter Biddlecombe, The Sunday Times crossword editor and The Times Crossword Championship winner (2000, 2007) - Jonathan Crowther, better known to cryptic crossword solvers as Azed, having set crosswords for The Observer for over 40 years - Don Manley, crossword setter for many quality newspapers under various pseudonyms (Duck, Quixote, Bradman, Giovanni) and Church Times crossword editor - Tim Moorey, crossword setter for The Sunday Times and The Times, and crossword editor and setter for The Week and MoneyWeek magazines. He is author of How to Crack Cryptic Crosswords Chambers is one of the world's most respected dictionary and thesaurus publishers. ...Show more

Collins Primary Thesaurus

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Category: Dictionaries & Thersauruses | Series: Collins Primary Dictionaries

Collins Primary Thesaurus is a clear, practical thesaurus that builds writing and vocabulary skills. o Colour headwords, an A-Z on every page and a full index make it easy to find the right word o Examples for every synonym (similar word) give you all the information you need to use words correctly o Es sential word lists, antonyms, usage tips and help with pronunciation and writing build language skills even more o For ages 8+ ...Show more