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Paperback. Num Pages: 283 pages. BIC Classification: CBD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 200. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
Apollos
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851114255
ISBN
9780851114255
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 22.82

Hardback. The story of words, cultures, the OED and John Simpson, a word detective with thirty-seven years of dictionary experience and twenty years as Chief Editor of the world's most important dictionary Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; BM; CBX; CFM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 165 x 344 x 35. Weight in Grams: 638. Good copy with some minor shelf wear. Dustwrapper with minor edge wear but remains good
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0009001
ISBN
9781408706602
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Hardback. A many-faceted exploration of spoken eloquence: how it works, how it has evolved, and how to tap its remarkable power Num Pages: 256 pages, 29 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBP; CFA; CFG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 225 x 147 x 29. Weight in Grams: 412. Good copy with some minor shelf wear. Dustwrapper with minor edge wear but remains good
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Yale University Press New Haven, CT
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0008983
ISBN
9780300214260
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Hardcover. The first work dedicated solely to the subject of slang words and their meanings, this book is a lost gem originally intended to educate the polite London classes in the parlance of thieves and ruffians, should they be so unlucky as to wander into the 'wrong' parts of town. Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JD; CBX; CFFD; HBLH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 208 x 142 x 24. Weight in Grams: 380. Fine copy in dustwrapper
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The Bodleian Library
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KKD0008974
ISBN
9781851243488
Hardback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 17.95

Paperback. An autobiography and an introduction to the field of linguistics. It offers us a look behind the scenes at the adventures, rewards, challenges and pitfalls of his life in language. It is suitable not just for students and teachers but for lovers of language. Num Pages: 304 pages, , black & white plates, colour plates. BIC Classification: CF; EBAL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 158 x 231 x 18. Weight in Grams: 544. Good copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd London
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0008795
ISBN
9780415485746
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. For centuries English has assimilated words from other languages. This title provides an introduction to the subject of etymology, showing how the words we use hold the histories of human interaction and communication. Series: Shire Discovering. Num Pages: 80 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 113 x 7. Weight in Grams: 178. Good copy with some minor shelf wear
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Shire Publications London
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KKD0008775
ISBN
9780747807490
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 17.95

Paperback. Series: Colloquial Series. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: CB; RGL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 138. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2021
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
280
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780415837170
ISBN
9780415837170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 59.21

Paperback. Num Pages: 104 pages. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 209 x 141 x 7. Weight in Grams: 152.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
104
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231160896
ISBN
9780231160896
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.54

Paperback. Suitable for sinologists, literary critics, anthropologists, cultural studies scholars, and others curious about the semiotics of food, this book examines the twentieth-century Chinese political experience as it is represented literature through hunger, cooking, eating, and cannibalising. It includes chapters on Xiao Hong, Wang Anyi, and Li Ang. Series: Post-Contemporary Interventions. Num Pages: 464 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 2GDC; CFG; DSB; JFC; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 37. Weight in Grams: 776.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Duke University Press United States
Number of pages
464
Condition
New
SKU
V9780822323419
ISBN
9780822323419
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 32.13

Paperback. Series: Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Num Pages: 184 pages, 9 b&w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; CJCR; JNM; JNU. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 11. Weight in Grams: 236.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
184
Condition
New
SKU
V9780253018922
ISBN
9780253018922
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 25.44

Paperback. Julia Kristeva is a theorist and has been acclaimed for her work in linguistics, psychoanalysis, literary and political theory. This is an introduction to her work in English, containing a range of essays from all phases of her career. Editor(s): Moi, Toril. Series: Blackwell Readers. Num Pages: 336 pages, 0. BIC Classification: CFG; DSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 19. Weight in Grams: 486.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1986
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631149316
ISBN
9780631149316
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 30.07

Paperback. The only fully comprehensive compilation of Kristeva's key writings. The second edition includes material from Kristeva's most important works of the past five years, including The Sense and Non-Sense of Revolt, Intimate Revolt, and Hannah Arendt. Editor(s): Oliver, Kelly. Series: European Perspectives: A Series in Social Thought and Cultural Criticism. Num Pages: 512 pages, bibliography. BIC Classification: CFD; DN; JFC; JMAF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 27. Weight in Grams: 698. Series: European Perspectives: A Series in Social Thought and Cultural Criticism. 512 pages, bibliography. Editor(s): Oliver, Kelly. The only fully comprehensive compilation of Kristeva's key writings. The second edition includes material from Kristeva's most important works of the past five years, including The Sense and Non-Sense of Revolt, Intimate Revolt, and Hannah Arendt. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: CFD; DN; JFC; JMAF. Dimension: 229 x 155 x 27. Weight: 698.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
512
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231126298
ISBN
9780231126298
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.99
€ 31.19

Paperback. Providing examples, tips and hints for confidence, this wedding speech guide is written exclusively for the bridegroom. It covers conveying feelings to guests; adding a little humour; finding the ideal beginning and ending; putting it all together; and getting the delivery right. Num Pages: 108 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: CBP; CFG; WJW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 11. Weight in Grams: 140.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
How To Books
Condition
New
SKU
KSS0005789
ISBN
9781857035674
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 4.99

Paperback. Effective and easy to follow, this step-by-step guide aims to dispel the mysteries of punctuation and prove a useful aid to writing clear English. Num Pages: 176 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 125 x 12. Weight in Grams: 136.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
SKU
9780140513660
ISBN
9780140513660
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.14

Paperback. What is the secret of good prose? Does writing well even matter in an age of instant communication? Should we care? This book tells about the modern art of writing, and shows us why we all need a sense of style. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 3JM; CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 130 x 197 x 27. Weight in Grams: 268.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1940
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
SKU
9780241957714
ISBN
9780241957714
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 11.14

Paperback. Through essays and practical tasks, this book aims to stimulate creativity so that the reader becomes familiar with their own strengths. Including the author's journey from writer's block back to productive work, this book takes the reader across America from New York to New Mexico. It is for those on the path to creativity. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 238.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141018690
ISBN
9780141018690
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.00
€ 16.91

Hardback. 500 Words You Should Know will inspire the reader to use uncommon words in their correct context, utilize the English language to its full potential, and test themselves on the words they think they already know. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 136 x 199 x 22. Weight in Grams: 298. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear in good illustrated cover
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Michael O´Mara Books Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KSS0005325
ISBN
9781782432944
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Reorganised and revised, the third edition of the MLA Style Manual offers complete, up-to-date guidance on writing scholarly texts, documenting research sources, submitting manuscripts to publishers, and dealing with legal issues surrounding publication. Num Pages: 360 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: CBW. Category: (G) General. Dimension: 242 x 165 x 28. Weight in Grams: 668. Clean copy with some shelf wear, minor nicks and bumps on dustwrapper but otherwise clean
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Modern Language Association
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KSS0005298
ISBN
9780873522977
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Hardback. Mr Gwynne believes passionately that we must regain our knowledge of the lost science of grammar before it is too late. Formerly a successful businessman, Mr Gwynne has for many years been teaching and tutoring just about every sort of subject to just about every sort of pupil in just about every sort of circumstance. This title tells his story. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 123 x 20. Weight in Grams: 218. Clean copy with some shelf wear, minor nicks and bumps on illustrated cover but otherwise clean
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KSS0005296
ISBN
9780091951450
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

Hardcover. Presenting the variations between British and American vocabulary, this book opens the door to a deeper exploration of historical and cultural differences, and each chapter begins with a single word and takes the reader on a wide-ranging expedition. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBX; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 146 x 224 x 25. Weight in Grams: 374. Good clean copy with minor shelf wear in good dustwrapper
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Square Peg
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KSS0005283
ISBN
9780224101523
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 4.99

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