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A Dictionary of Contemporary World History: From 1900 to the Present Day by Jan Palmowski
$36.95 AUD
Category: History | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
This authoritative dictionary provides in-depth coverage of major recent historical events, from 1900 to the present day. It includes country entries for every country in the world, with maps and historical summaries. Additionally, the dictionary includes biographical entries on major political and cult ...Show more
A Dictionary of Law by Elizabeth A. Martin
$36.95 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
Written in jargon-free language, this dictionary provides concise entries on the major terms, concepts, processes, and organization of the English legal system. It includes weblinks, feature entries, and a supplement on legal writing and citation. It is meant for students, professionals, and the general ...Show more
A Dictionary of Plant Sciences by Michael Allaby
$28.95 AUD
Category: Science | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date paperback dictionary of botany available. It contains over 5,500 clear and concise entries on all aspects of botany including biochemistry, plant physiology, cytology, ecology, genetics, evolution, biogeography, earth history, and the earth sciences. Classif ...Show more
A Dictionary of World History by Edmund Wright
$34.95 AUD
Category: History | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
This wide-ranging dictionary contains a wealth of information on all aspects of history, from prehistory right up to the present day. Over 4,000 clear, concise entries include biographies of key figures in world history, seperate entries for every country in the world (summarising key historical events) ...Show more
A Guide to Battles by Richard Holmes
$32.95 AUD
Category: History | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference S.
This fascinating book tells the stories of the most dramatic, memorable, and important conflicts in world history, from Agincourt, Lepanto, and Trafalgar, to Gettysburg, Stalingrad, and the Somme. It begins with the battle of Megiddo fought by the ancient Egyptians and takes the reader through to the Se ...Show more
Concise Oxford Dictionary of Music by Michael Kennedy
$36.95 AUD
Category: Music | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
Derived from the classic Oxford Dictionary of Music, this is the most authoritative dictionary of music available in paperback. Up-to-date and clearly written, it is a rich mine of information for lovers of music of all periods and styles. Written by Michael Kennedy, a renowned authority on classical mu ...Show more
Dictionary of Earth Sciences by Michael Allaby
$37.95 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference Ser.
This leading dictionary - now in its third edition - offers wide-ranging and authoritative coverage of the earth sciences and related topics in 6,250+ clear and accessible entries. Coverage includes geology, oceanography, paleontology, minerology, volcanology, and planetary science as well as climatolog ...Show more
Dictionary of World Religions by John Bowker
$36.95 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
Abridged from the acclaimed Oxford Dictionary of World Religions this is the most comprehensive dictionary of religion available in paperback. Written by an expert team of contributors, the volume contains over 8,200 entries, an extensive topic index, and an original and in-depth introductory essay. The ...Show more
Everyday Grammar by John Seely
$29.95 AUD
Category: Anthologies, Essays & Journals | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
This accessible and unique approach to grammar comes in two parts: the first section consists of a practical guide on how to understand and use grammar successfully, and the second is an extensive A-Z glossary of grammatical terms. Ideal for both language students and anyone wanting to improve their use ...Show more
Oxford Dictionary of Foreign Words and Phrases by Andrew Delahunty
$27.95 AUD
Category: No Category | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
One of the most distinctive characteristics of English is the number of words and phrases it has borrowed - and continues to borrow - from other languages, originally and most notably from Latin and French but now also from every corner of the globe. From the frequently used veranda and futon to the les ...Show more
Oxford Dictionary of Humorous Quotations by Ned Sherrin
$32.95 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference S.
This hilarious collection of humorous quotations, full of wisecracks and wit, snappy comments and inspired fantasy, has been specially chosen by Ned Sherrin. Now with even more quotes on more subjects: from Gambling to Hollywood, from Diets to Shopping. Find the best lines from your favourite jokesters ...Show more
Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms (3rd edition; 2008) by Chris Baldick
$32.95 AUD
Category: Writing, Language & Reference | Series: Oxford Paperback Reference
The best-selling Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms (formerly the Concise dictionary) provides clear, concise, and often witty definitions of the most troublesome literary terms from abjection to zeugma. It is an essential reference tool for students of literature in any language. It is now available i ...Show more