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Hardcover. Series: Advances in Optimality Theory. Num Pages: 446 pages. BIC Classification: CFK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 166 x 533 x 30. Weight in Grams: 840.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Equinox Publishing Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
446
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781845531492
ISBN
9781845531492
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 136.43

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
€ 31.92

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
€ 14.36

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

€ 55.59

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. 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

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

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

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

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
New York University Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9781479826551
ISBN
9781479826551
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 24.02

Paperback. This book explains how a change in writing-the introduction of word separation-led to the development of silent reading during the period from late antiquity to the 15th century. It also explains why word separation was so long in coming. Series: Figurae: Reading Medieval Culture. Num Pages: 504 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; CFF; CFG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 169 x 30. Weight in Grams: 702.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
504
Condition
New
SKU
V9780804740166
ISBN
9780804740166
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.99
€ 46.17

Paperback. Helps you to learn Japanese through crossword puzzles. This title offers you an effective way of expanding your knowledge of the Japanese language and use of Kana script. It features the puzzles that cover a variety of topics which challenge and help you develop your Japanese-language skills. Num Pages: 64 pages. BIC Classification: 2GJ; CJBT; WDKC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 228 x 4. Weight in Grams: 104.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9780844283456
ISBN
9780844283456
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.49

Paperback. Series: Yale Language. Num Pages: 601 pages. BIC Classification: 2GDC; CF; CJB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1046.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1977
Publisher
Yale University Press New Haven
Edition
Second Revised
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300020588
ISBN
9780300020588
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.49

Paperback. The next century will see more than half of the world's 6,000 languages become extinct, and most of these will disappear without being adequately recorded. Written by one of the leading figures in language documentation, this fascinating book explores what humanity stands to lose as a result. Series: Language Library. Num Pages: 312 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: CF; JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 174 x 19. Weight in Grams: 550.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Wiley-Blackwell
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
312
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631233060
ISBN
9780631233060
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 38.54

Paperback. Discusses the elements of rap music, including its lyrics, music, culture, and style, and looks at the impact of rap music. Series: Music & Culture S. Num Pages: 257 pages, 10 illus. 4 figs. Map. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 2AHA; AVGR; CF; JFSL3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 153 x 19. Weight in Grams: 404.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Wesleyan University Press United States
Edition
1st
Number of pages
257
Condition
New
SKU
V9780819562753
ISBN
9780819562753
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 24.13

Paperback. Winner of the 2013 Agatha, Anthony and the Macavity Awards for Best Crime Non-Fiction. The world's greatest mystery writers on the world's greatest mystery novels. Editor(s): Connolly, John. Num Pages: 752 pages. BIC Classification: BG; CB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 152 x 234 x 55. Weight in Grams: 964.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton General Division
Condition
New
SKU
V9781473612181
ISBN
9781473612181
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 22.86

Paperback. Num Pages: 130 pages. BIC Classification: 2CSR; CJBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 142 x 12. Weight in Grams: 194.
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Sterling Publishers Pvt.Ltd India
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
130
Condition
New
Format
Paperback
SKU
V9788120721821
ISBN
9788120721821
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.02

Paperback. Once the national language of Scotland, Gaelic was gradually overtaken by Scots and in the 19th century its use was actively discouraged. The language is now enjoying a revival and this dictionary is a handy guide to the ancient Celtic language. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2AFS; CBDX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 158 x 19. Weight in Grams: 148. Light shelf wear, else as new.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Geddes & Grosset Ltd
Condition
Used, Like New
SKU
KTG0021662
ISBN
9781842055915
Paperback
Condition: Used, Like New

€ 4.99

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Sandstone Press
Edition
Bilingual
Number of pages
120
Condition
New
SKU
V9781905207305
ISBN
9781905207305
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.75

Paperback. A comprehensive introduction to language acquisition based on current linguistic theory. Num Pages: 672 pages. BIC Classification: CFDC; CJBG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 178 x 28. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
MIT Press Ltd
Edition
second edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780262529389
ISBN
9780262529389
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.91
€ 54.56

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