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hardcover. 'Words are not only tools; they are also weapons.' This volume provides words to help you wriggle out of sticky debates, deal with obnoxious dinner guests and fill in sick leave application forms with panache. It is an arsenal of over a thousand sonifacient verbal weapons with which to verbigerate your friends and gorgonise your enemies. Num Pages: 400 pages, B&W Illustrations throughout. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 207 x 142 x 33. Weight in Grams: 414. Clean copy fine in dust wrapper. DW showing light shelf wear. Remains a very good copy
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
GARDNERS VI BOOKS AMS006
Condition
Used, Very Good
SKU
KMK0022550
ISBN
9781408806357
Hardback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 6.44

paperback. By relating grammar to cognitive architecture, the author shows how incremental parsing works in models of perceptual processing and how specific learning rules might lead to frequency-sensitive preferences. He also reconsiders garden-pathing, the parallel/serial distinction, and information-theoretical complexity metrics, such as surprisal. Series: CSLI - Studies in Computational Linguistics. Num Pages: 204 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: CBG; CFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 60 x 90 x 13. Weight in Grams: 200.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Center for the Study of Language and Information United States
Number of pages
204
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781575867472
ISBN
9781575867472
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.99
€ 23.95

Paperback. Joseph Piercy outlines The 25 Rules of Grammar that should be adhered to in written and spoken English, defining the rules themselves and then decoding them for the layman. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 15. Weight in Grams: 168.
Publisher
Michael O´Mara Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782436027
ISBN
9781782436027
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.01

Paperback. The wide range of languages and purposes now served by immersion worldwide is illustrated by case studies of thirteen programs. Editor(s): Johnson, Robert Keith (The University of Hong Kong); Swain, Merrill (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education). Series Editor(s): Long, Michael H.; Richards, Jack C. Series: Cambridge Applied Linguistics. Num Pages: 332 pages, 1 line figure 3 halftones 12 tables. BIC Classification: CBG; EBAL. Category: (L) ELT / TEFL. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 465.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
332
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Condition
New
SKU
V9780521586559
ISBN
9780521586559
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.99
€ 19.67

Paperback. Spanning the seventeenth to the twentieth century, and ranging across cultures, from England to Mexico, this collection of essays provide an overview of the historical evolution in thinking about translation and offer strong individual opinions by prominent contemporary theorists. Editor(s): Biguenet, John; Schulte, Rainer. Num Pages: 256 pages, vi, 254 p. BIC Classification: CBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 12. Weight in Grams: 362. An Anthology of Essays from Dryden to Derrida. 256 pages, vi, 254 p. Editor(s): Biguenet, John; Schulte, Rainer. Spanning the seventeenth to the twentieth century, and ranging across cultures, from England to Mexico, this collection of essays provide an overview of the historical evolution in thinking about translation and offer strong individual opinions by prominent contemporary theorists. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: CBG. Dimension: 215 x 142 x 12. Weight: 318.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226048710
ISBN
9780226048710
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 32.99
€ 26.02

Paperback. Covers the grammar rules and word-choice. From "between vs among" and "although vs while" to comma splices and misplaced modifiers, this volume offers memory tricks and explanations that helps readers recall and apply those troublesome grammar rules. Num Pages: 224 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 214.
Publisher
Holt Paperbacks
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780805088311
ISBN
9780805088311
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 15.94

Paperback. Provides an account of the meaning and history of Latin words and expressions that have entered the English language. Containing over 1000 Latin words in common use, this dictionary includes many examples of their usage. It also includes a thematic index that gives access to topics, such as love, happiness, greed and beauty. Editor(s): Morwood, James. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2ADL; CBDX; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 19. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Oxford University Press Oxford
Number of pages
240
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
Annotated
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198601098
ISBN
9780198601098
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.69

Paperback. Collins Easy Learning English Spelling is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their spelling and write more accurately and impressively. By describing the important features of English spelling and rules to use, this book makes spelling easy. Series: Collins Easy Learning English. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 4KHJ; CBG; YQCS. Category: (E) Primary & Secondary Education; (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129 x 14. Weight in Grams: 148.
Publisher
HarperCollins UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780008100810
ISBN
9780008100810
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.98

Hardback. Oxford's new and definitive guide to grammar is written by a leading expert in the field and covers both British and American English. Its impressive coverage ranges from the very basic to the most complex aspects of grammar, all of which are explained clearly. An authoritative and engaging guide to what grammar is and how it can be used. Num Pages: 432 pages, tables and figures. BIC Classification: CBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 224 x 144 x 28. Weight in Grams: 626.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
432
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Edition
First Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780199533190
ISBN
9780199533190
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 22.80

Paperback. What is the difference between amend and emend, between imply and infer, and between uninterested and disinterested? When should one put owing to rather than due to? Why should the temptation to write actually, basically or at this moment in time always be strenuously resisted? This book deals with these questions. Num Pages: 400 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 130 x 198 x 25. Weight in Grams: 280.
Publisher
Random House UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099558460
ISBN
9780099558460
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.95

Hardcover. A shortened and updated version of the "Oxford English-Arabic Dictionary", designed to meet the needs of the Arabic speaker learning English. It records the different levels of usage met with in newspapers, radio and TV as well as films. Editor(s): Doniach, N. S. Num Pages: 480 pages. BIC Classification: 2CSR; CBD; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 213 x 143 x 29. Weight in Grams: 638.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
472
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1983
Edition
Subsequent
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198643210
ISBN
9780198643210
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.16

Paperback. A scourge of illiteracy and a thorn in the side of pretension, the author provides advice about the linguistic blunders that lie in wait for us, from danglers and four-letter words to jargon and even Welsh rarebit. Series: Penguin Modern Classics. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: CBG; WHL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 126 x 195 x 17. Weight in Grams: 202.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141194318
ISBN
9780141194318
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.06

Paperback. The 3rd edition, revised by Janet Whitcut, has been completely reset and brought up-to-date for modern usage. This classic guide, full of advice on how to avoid woolly expressions, bad grammar and poor vocabulary selection, guides the user through the difficulties of writing clear, direct English. Num Pages: 416 pages. BIC Classification: 2ACD; CBG; CJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 130 x 26. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
416
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140514421
ISBN
9780140514421
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.75

Paperback. Num Pages: 112 pages, 59 black & white tables. BIC Classification: CBG; JNLB; JNLC; JNU; YQC. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210. .
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781138284623
ISBN
9781138284623
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.76

Paperback. Write with confidence Editor(s): Chambers. Num Pages: 256 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CJCW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 149 x 15. Weight in Grams: 216. Word-perfect Letters, CVs, Forms and Emails. 256 pages, illustrations. Editor(s): Chambers. Write with confidence. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CJCW. Dimension: 210 x 149 x 15. Weight: 214.
Publisher
Chambers Harrap Pub Ltd
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Condition
New
SKU
V9780550101877
ISBN
9780550101877
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 14.96

Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CBV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 142 x 210 x 20. Weight in Grams: 300.
Publisher
Ten Speed Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781607748892
ISBN
9781607748892
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 14.01

Hardback. This fun yet informative book - including common misspellings, how to use punctuation correctly, applying the right tense and good sentence construction - will turn you from a logophobe to a grammarphile in no time! Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: CBG; WZG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 143 x 143 x 21. Weight in Grams: 310.
Publisher
Octopus Publishing Group
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781849537575
ISBN
9781849537575
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 9.89

Hardcover. .
Publisher
Merlin Unwin Books
Number of pages
112
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781906122546
ISBN
9781906122546
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 10.81

Hardback. Num Pages: 384 pages, 7 line illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CBV; CJCW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 135 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 340.
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691165073
ISBN
9780691165073
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.92

Paperback. This book explains common mistakes in English and how to correct your use of the language. Useful to both students of Standard English in schools and colleges as well as learners of English as a foreign language. This book explains English in contemporary use. Series: Webster's Word Power. Num Pages: 384 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; ELG. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 196 x 125 x 25. Weight in Grams: 250.
Publisher
Geddes & Grosset
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781842057605
ISBN
9781842057605
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 9.99
€ 9.10

Paperback. .
Publisher
Edinburgh University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780748696109
ISBN
9780748696109
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 28.74

Hardcover. Combining the recently updated editions of New Hart's Rules and the New Oxford Dictionary for Writers and Editors in a single volume, the New Oxford Style Manual is the ultimate authority on written style, copy, and spelling, making it an indispensable handbook for all writers and editors and anyone who works with words. Num Pages: 928 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CBW; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. .
Publisher
OUP Oxford
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198767251
ISBN
9780198767251
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 38.99
€ 27.81

Cards. Series: Flashcards Language Arts. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: CBG; VSL; WZ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 177 x 84 x 69. Weight in Grams: 522.
Publisher
Random House USA Inc
Publication date
2011
Edition
Flc Crds
Condition
New
SKU
V9780307479402
ISBN
9780307479402
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 15.16

Paperback. Editor(s): Smith, Bud. Series: Elocution. Num Pages: 150 pages, 44 illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CJCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 211 x 150 x 10. Weight in Grams: 360. The English Pronunciation and Speech Training Manual. Series: Elocution. 150 pages, 44 illustrations. Editor(s): Smith, Bud. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CJCK. Dimension: 211 x 150 x 10. Weight: 354.
Publisher
Batcs
Number of pages
150
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780955330025
ISBN
9780955330025
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 30.39

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