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Paperback. A guide to the grammatical laws and idiosyncrasies that govern the English Language. It is suitable for linguists, English Language students, and those who write in English. Num Pages: 160 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2BMH; CBG; CFK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 196 x 124 x 11. Weight in Grams: 114.
Publisher
Penguin
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780140514643
ISBN
9780140514643
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.50

Paperback. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrated. BIC Classification: 2ADS; CBG; MJ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 158 x 228 x 23. Weight in Grams: 808.
Publisher
Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780323371148
ISBN
9780323371148
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.69

Paperback. This brand-new edition of English Grammar has been revised and updated throughout, with grammatical explanations simplified, more information on popular topics such as morphology, and more illustrative examples and end-of-chapter exercises to support readers as they get to grips with grammar, language and linguistics. Num Pages: 288 pages, 49 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CFK; CJBG. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 140 x 216 x 18. Weight in Grams: 402.
Publisher
Macmillan Education UK
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
3rd ed. 2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137507396
ISBN
9781137507396
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 42.99
€ 36.16

Paperback. .
Publisher
Steve Savage Publishers Limited United Kingdom
Number of pages
244
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1998
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780903065948
ISBN
9780903065948
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 14.17

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

€ 6.70

Paperback. 70,000 copies sold in this series of cult word books devoted exclusively to the service of Superior People. Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
Eleventh Printing
Condition
New
SKU
V9781408885963
ISBN
9781408885963
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.15

Paperback. Do you, inter alia, like to toss out casual bon mots to enliven conversation? Do you enjoy casually dropping thoughts like De gustibus non est disputandum or Apres nous, le deluge? This book presents 500 of the most commonly used foreign words and phrases that enhance our language and make us sound sophisticated. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 142 x 16. Weight in Grams: 222. Terms to Demonstrate Your Savoir Faire, Chutzpah, and Bravado. 224 pages. Do you, inter alia, like to toss out casual bon mots to enliven conversation? Do you enjoy casually dropping thoughts like De gustibus non est disputandum or Apres nous, le deluge? This book presents 500 of the most commonly used foreign words and phrases that enhance our language and make us sound sophisticated. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: CBG. Dimension: 214 x 142 x 16. Weight: 222.
Publisher
Adams Media
Number of pages
224
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781440540752
ISBN
9781440540752
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 13.84

Paperback. Relearn the essential rules of the English language, from grammar and punctuation to sentence construction, and improve your spelling and vocabulary. This is an accessible yet fun way to revisit the English language while enjoying a walk down memory lane - and remembering the stuff you really shouldn't have forgotten.. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 13. Weight in Grams: 162.
Publisher
Michael O´Mara Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782432562
ISBN
9781782432562
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 9.98

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
€ 27.35

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
€ 30.27

Paperback. English Grammar Workbook For Dummies, UK Edition is grammar First Aid for anyone wanting to perfect their English and develop the practical skills needed to write and speak correctly. Each chapter focuses on key grammatical principles, with easy-to-follow theory and examples as well as practice questions and explanations. Num Pages: 328 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 274 x 211 x 19. Weight in Grams: 798.
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Number of pages
328
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
UK ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470688304
ISBN
9780470688304
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.40

Paperback. More side-splitting errors from schoolchildren in this sequel to the bestselling Must Try Harder. Num Pages: 128 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; WH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 170 x 133 x 13. Weight in Grams: 138.
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Little, Brown Book Group
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
UK ed.
SKU
KLN0018033
ISBN
9781849013598
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good

€ 8.99
€ 8.74

Paperback. Let's cut to the chase: cliches are a familiar part of the English language, but to be honest, many have been so over-used that they have become trite, meaningless and rather irritating. With this informative and humorous book, you are in a safe pair of hands as you learn about the origins and meanings of these phrases. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: CBG; CBX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 130 x 15. Weight in Grams: 162.
Publisher
Michael O´Mara Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781782434283
ISBN
9781782434283
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 11.99
€ 11.88

Hardback. Mr Gwynne believes passionately that we must regain our knowledge of the lost science of grammar before it is too late. Formerly a successful businessman, Mr Gwynne has for many years been teaching and tutoring just about every sort of subject to just about every sort of pupil in just about every sort of circumstance. This title tells his story. Num Pages: 208 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 123 x 20. Weight in Grams: 218. Clean copy with some shelf wear, minor nicks and bumps on illustrated cover but otherwise clean
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Ebury Publishing
Condition
Used, Good
SKU
KSS0005296
ISBN
9780091951450
Hardback
Condition: Used, Good

€ 4.99

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
€ 18.96

Num Pages: 176 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; 2AHB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 144 x 16. Weight in Grams: 370.
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Hackett Publishing Co, Inc United States
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9781624660375
ISBN
9781624660375
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 53.23
€ 42.14

Paperback. Num Pages: 368 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 169 x 110 x 23. Weight in Grams: 180.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Merriam Webster,U.S. United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780877799214
ISBN
9780877799214
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 8.72

Paperback. Nearly everyone has trouble remembering the difference between 'affect' and 'effect', whether it's 'supposedly' or 'supposably', or which form of 'hear' you use in 'Hear, hear!' (Or is it 'Here, here!'?). This title covers such word pair entries which contain explanations - complete with examples. Num Pages: 144 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 181 x 136 x 9. Weight in Grams: 100.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Griffin Publishing United States
Number of pages
144
Condition
New
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780312573379
ISBN
9780312573379
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 10.99
€ 10.30

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

€ 17.99
€ 15.94

Paperback. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; EL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 272 x 213 x 15. Weight in Grams: 295.
Publisher
Cengage Learning, Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
7th ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781305269484
ISBN
9781305269484
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 118.51

Paperback. BIC Classification: CBD; CBF; CBG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Merriam Webster,U.S. United States
Edition
Box
Condition
New
SKU
V9780877793328
ISBN
9780877793328
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.80

Paperback. Num Pages: 91 pages, tables. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 170.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
91
Condition
New
SKU
V9781616683184
ISBN
9781616683184
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.34
€ 52.00

Paperback. "Hilarious.. This book charmed my socks off." -Patricia O'Conner, New York Times Book Review Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; CBG; CBW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 140. .
Publisher
WW Norton & Co
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780393352146
ISBN
9780393352146
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.54

Paperback. .
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
Reissue
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198717706
ISBN
9780198717706
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 13.99
€ 11.24

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