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    <![CDATA[Concise English-Chinese Chinese-English Dictionary / 精选英汉・汉英词典]]>
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    <![CDATA[This new edition of the Oxford Concise English-Chinese Chinese-English Dictionary has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the most recent developments in English and Chinese.  An ideal tool for study, the dictionary now provides authoritative coverage of over 26,000 words and phrases from every major field of reference, including science and technology, in addition to core general vocabulary.  Simplified and orthodox Chinese characters are used throughout the dictionary, and thousands of examples illustrate and expand on how and when a word can be used.  Also including a guide to the most commonly used radicals and an additional key to the pronunciation of Chinese, this dictionary is an indispensable reference tool.]]>
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    <![CDATA[Mastering the art of writing is one of the most important, yet most challenging tasks for many people. Without proper writing skills, completing the easiest assignment can quickly become an insurmountable problem. From English to business to economics, writing is an essential skill for nearly every subject and career. Offering clear, straightforward guidance, The Facts On File Guide to Good Writing outlines the basics of writing for anyone looking to improve writing skills or knowledge of the English language. Coverage includes: Preparing to write: thinking, researching, and planning; Writing your document: finding a voice and composing paragraphs; Revising your document: editing, proofreading, and checking for consistency; Grammar: parts of speech, phrases, and sentences; Words in use: vocabulary, spelling, sensitive terms, and slang; Words often confused: misspelled or misused words; Punctuation: capital letters, commas, periods, and more; Reference resources: dictionaries, thesauruses, and other sources.  From grammar and its correct usage to the process of drafting and editing a variety of written communications, this guide is an essential tool for anyone who uses the English language.]]>
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    <![CDATA[The Facts on File Guide to Style: N.]]>
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    <![CDATA[From school papers and e-mails to business reports and legal briefs, people write for personal and professional reasons on a daily basis. Finding a style and voice early on helps people become clear and concise writers, simplifying tasks of all kinds. The perfect companion to &quot;The Facts On File Guide to Good Writing&quot; (see page 8), this book helps readers refine and improve their writing style. The coverage includes: What Is Style? - understanding what constitutes clarity, elegance, and vigor in writing; Writing with Style - choosing words, constructing sentences, and finding the appropriate tone; Choosing a Style - adapting writing to suit circumstance, audience, and purpose; and Style in Practice - choosing the appropriate style for letters, e-mails, business reports, promotional writing, and other specific requirements. &quot;The Facts On File Guide to Style&quot; is a valuable resource for readers and writers of all ages.]]>
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    <![CDATA[Facts on File Dictionary of Foreign Words and Phrases]]>
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    <![CDATA[Ralph Waldo Emerson once described the English language as &quot;the sea which receives tributaries from every region under heaven&quot;. We dip into this sea more often than we realize, sprinkling our writings and everyday conversations with words and phrases that are derived from other languages. This reference presents information on the origins and usage of more than 4000 of these expressions. The dictionary clarifies and explains words and phrases spanning a wide range of fields, from law to music, philosophy to cuisine. Some expressions have been fully assimilated into the English language, including &quot;igloo&quot;, &quot;extra&quot; and &quot;bonanza&quot;, while others are still considered foreign, such as &quot;de rigueur&quot; and &quot;magnum opus&quot;. Entries include pronunciations in American English, parts of speech and other relevant grammatical information, languages of origin, concise definitions, examples of use and etymological backgrounds.]]>
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    <![CDATA[Buttering Parsnips, Twocking Chavs: The Secret Life of the English Language]]>
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    <![CDATA[&lt;div&gt;&#8220;Fine words butter no parsnips&#8221; is an expression dating back 400 years. <em>Twocking</em> and <em>chav</em> are popular new arrivals in the ever-growing vocabulary of British slang. What do words and phrases like these have in common, and what sets them apart? That&#8217;s what this fascinating book sets out to explore. Along the way, it illuminates the whole process of word formation and proliferation. How are new words and phrases born? What&#8217;s special about the ones that enter common usage? How do mistakes and jokes affect a word&#8217;s career? Why do some words die, never to be used again? With examples ranging from Shakespeare to text messaging, this is a browsable collection rich with amusing quotations, unusual anecdotes, and clever wordplay. &lt;/div&gt;]]>
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    <![CDATA[The Penguin Writer's Manual (Penguin Reference Books)]]>
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    <![CDATA[The Penguin Writer's Manual is the essential companion for anyone who wants to master the art of writing good English. Whether you're composing an essay, sending a business letter or an email to a colleague, or firing off an angry letter to a newspaper, this guide will help you to brush up you communication skills and write correct and confident English.]]>
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    <![CDATA[The Facts On File Dictionary of Foreign Words and Phrases]]>
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    <![CDATA[Ultimate Bible Fact &amp; Quiz Book]]>
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    <![CDATA[All kinds of people love trivia and quizzes: parents, kids, pastors, teachers, students, Sunday school teachers, small-group leaders, to name a few. Martin Manser has created an oversized book filled to the brim with more than 7,000 facts and quiz questions to test your Bible knowledge. Quiz sections include General Knowledge, Biblical History, Geography, Who Said That?, Where Is It Said?, The Bible in Art, and The Bible in the Movies. A variety of questions and facts-ranging from the incredible to the inspirational-are included so that everyone, including children and those with advanced Bible knowledge, can participate in hours of learning, or just plain fun. Humorous cartoon illustrations abound to add visual appeal and help the book entertain while it teaches. A big book with great value.]]>
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    <![CDATA[Dictionary of Word &amp; Phrase: Origins]]>
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    <![CDATA[A dictionary of 700 entries written in a popular, non-technical style, explaining the origin and background of etymologically-interesting words, including some eponyms, toponyms, phrases, quotations and misquotations from the Bible and Shakespeare.]]>
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    <![CDATA[The Facts on File Dictionary of Proverbs]]>
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