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Sub-Categories of Encyclopaedias & reference works
Encyclopaedias & reference works
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Mathematics
Christopher Clapham, James Nicholson (Durham University)
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Mathematics
Paperback
This leading dictionary contains over 3,000 clear and concise entries updated in line with curriculum and degree requirements.... [more]
$25.95
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New Hart's Rules: The Oxford Style Guide
Oxford University Press
Language: reference & general; Writing & editing guides; Reference works
Hardback
New Hart's Rules provides the information and guidance you need to prepare written copy to a high standard. Compiled by experts... [more]
$37.95
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Complete Flags of the World: The Ultimate Pocket Guide
DK
Reference works; Children's & Educational
Paperback
Spanning geography, communications, politics, sport, history, culture, design and art, this book features flags, covering... [more]
$29.99
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The Concise Oxford Dictionary of Linguistics
P. H. Matthews (Emeritus Professor of Linguistics, St. John's College, Cambridge University)
linguistics; Sociolinguistics; Dialect, slang & jargon; Grammar, syntax; Reference works
Paperback
This authoritative dictionary provides coverage across the field of linguistics, both the theoretical and the practical. In... [more]
$29.95
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The Statesman's Yearbook 2015: The Politics, Cultures and Economies of the...
B. Turner
Yearbooks, annuals, almanacs; Society & culture: general; Politics & government; Economics
Hardback
Now in its 151st edition, The Statesman's Yearbook continues to be the reference work of choice for accurate and reliable... [more]
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A Dictionary of Statistics 3e
Graham Upton (Professor in Statistics, University of Essex), Ian Cook (Formerly Senior Lecturer, the University of Essex)
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Probability & statistics
Paperback
This wide-ranging dictionary covers over 2,300 statistical terms in accessible, jargon-free language. All existing entries... [more]
$29.95
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The Southern Night Sky: A Glow-in-the-Dark Guide to Prominent Stars & Constellations...
James Kavanagh
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Astronomy, space & time; Popular astronomy & space
Paperback
The Southern Night Sky provides a simplified field reference to familiar stars and constellations. A durable folding guide... [more]
$12.99
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China Survival Guide: How to Avoid Travel Troubles and Mortifying Mishaps...
Larry Herzberg, Qin Hersberg
Reference works; Office & workplace; Self-help & personal development; Travel & holiday; Travel & holiday guides
Paperback
An updated edition of the best-selling travel guide that spells out tourist problems and solutions with humor and candor.... [more]
$14.99
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Wonders of the World
Whitestar
Encyclopaedias & reference works; Children's & Educational
Hardback
Twelve titles to satisfy the curiosity and passion of all sort of readers, from animal lovers to motorcycle fans to historical... [more]
$12.99
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The Oxford Dictionary of Music
Tim Rutherford-Johnson, Michael Kennedy, Joyce Kennedy
Music; Reference works
Paperback
Providing over 10,000 entries, the sixth edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Music is the most up-to-date dictionary of musical... [more]
$31.95
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The Oxford Companion to Classical Literature
M. C. Howatson (St Anne's College, Oxford)
Literary studies: classical, early & medieval; Literary companions; Reference works
Paperback
A unique A-Z reference work of over 3,100 entries spanning the length and breadth of classical literature. It ranges from... [more]
$30.95
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Oxford Guide to Plain English
Martin Cutts (Plain Language Commission)
Language: reference & general; Usage & grammar guides; Reference; Reference works
Paperback
Completely revised and updated, this new edition of the Oxford Guide to Plain English is an essential tool for clear communication.... [more]
$17.95
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A Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences
Michael Allaby
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Earth sciences; Geology & the lithosphere; Physical geography & topography
Paperback
The Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences covers geology and related areas including planetary science, volcanology, palaeontology,... [more]
$31.95
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New Oxford Rhyming Dictionary
Oxford Dictionaries
Language: reference & general; Creative writing & creative writing guides; Technical writing; Poetry; Reference works
Paperback
This invaluable resource contains rhymes for over 45,000 words presented in a clear and user-friendly layout. Features include... [more]
$25.95
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A Dictionary of Human Geography
Alisdair Rogers (Keble College, University of Oxford), Noel Castree (The University of Manchester), Rob Kitchin (National University of Ireland, Maynooth)
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Geography; Human geography
Paperback
This new dictionary provides over 2,000 clear and concise entries on human geography, covering basic terms and concepts as... [more]
$31.95
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An A-Z of Baby Names
Patrick Hanks (University of the West of England)
Language: reference & general; Reference works; Health & Self-Help; Baby names
Paperback
Previously Babies' Names and now reissued, an A-Z of Baby Names provides the meanings and origins for over 2,500 first names.... [more]
$15.95
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Little Oxford Dictionary of Quotations
Susan Ratcliffe (Associate Editor, Quotations, Oxford University Press)
Literary reference works; Reference; Dictionaries of quotations
Paperback
The perfect gift for every occasion. Packed with 4,000 quotable quotes new and old, this little book offers the words of famous... [more]
$22.95
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Oxford Dictionary of Humorous Quotations
Ned Sherrin
Reference; Dictionaries of quotations; Humour collections & anthologies
Paperback
The late Ned Sherrin's personal choice of humorous quotations, from witty one-liners to the punchlines of sparkling anecdotes.... [more]
$27.95
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Raupo Book of Maori Proverbs with English Translations
A.E. Brougham, A. W. Reed, Timoti Karetu
Language: reference & general; Dictionaries of quotations; Languages & ESL
Paperback
Proverbs (or whakatauki) express the wisdom, wit and common sense pf the Maori people. Evocative and succinct, they are great... [more]
$19.95
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A Dictionary of Construction, Surveying, and Civil Engineering
Christopher Gorse (Leeds Metropolitan University), David Johnston (Leeds Metropolitan University), Martin Pritchard (Leeds Metropolitan University)
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Civil engineering, surveying & building
Paperback
This new dictionary is the most up-to-date A to Z of construction, surveying, and civil engineering terms and definitions... [more]
$31.95
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The Jazz Standards: A Guide to the Repertoire
Ted Gioia (Freelance Author)
Music; Jazz; Reference works
Hardback
Ted Gioia's first new jazz book since The History of Jazz, The Jazz Standards: A Guide to the Repertoire, is a comprehensive... [more]
$62.95
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A Dictionary of Astronomy
Ian Ridpath (Full-time writer and broadcaster on astronomy and space)
Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Astronomy, space & time; Space science
Paperback
Completely revised and updated, this dictionary contains over 4,300 entries covering all aspects of astronomy. Written by... [more]
$31.95
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Unofficial Game of Thrones Cookbook
Alan Kistler
Reference works
Hardback
Synopsis coming soon....... [more]
$37.95
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Korea & Seoul Country Map: Korea & Seoul Country Map
Periplus Editions
World atlases & world maps; Travel & holiday; Travel & holiday guides; Travel maps & atlases
Sheet map
<p>The <i>Korea Travel Map</i> from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Created... [more]
$11.99
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Just My Type: A Book About Fonts
Simon Garfield
Art & Architecture; Reference works; Humour
Paperback
Describes how Helvetica and Comic Sans took over the world; why Barack Obama opted for Gotham, while Amy Winehouse found her... [more]
$24.99
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