THE RANDOM HOUSE CROSSWORD PUZZLE DICTIONARY MORE THAN 700,000 CLUES AND ANSWER WORDS! THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE POCKET CROSSWORD DICTIONARY ON THE MARKET! COMPREHENSIVE More clue words, special categories, and subcategories than any comparable dictionary In-depth coverage of people, places, and things AUTHORITATIVE Extensive coverage of modern history, popular culture, politics, literature, sports, and much more General vocabulary and synonyms checked against the voluminous Random House dictionary and thesaurus files CLEARLY ORGANIZED Clue words and clue information printed in easy-to-spot bold typeface All answer words grouped by their number of letters
Over 60,000 up-to-date entries in a small-format, extra-deluxe package Random House Webster's reintroduces Random House Webster's Dictionary, Classic Edition, offering core vocabulary in an elegant package, with gold-stamped, leather-look binding, speckled edges, and a 16-page color map insert. A practical and elegant addition to any home or office library, this dictionary makes a memorable gift for graduation or other special occasions. Deluxe package, including color maps and gold-stamped, leather-look binding Over 60,000 up-to-date entries Includes special "New Words" section Includes computer and business glossaries "From the Hardcover edition.
The Timeless Resource No Word User Can Be Without–Now Completely Revised and Updated in a New Edition! • More than 75,000 entries • More than 150 new illustrations • Helpful supplements on writing, usage, and metric measurements • Updated geographical and biographical entries integrated throughout the easy A to Z listing • Common abbreviations • Hundreds of word histories and etymologies • Clear and easy-to-understand usage notes and labels • Features the latest business and computer terms Random House Webster’s Dictionary is your one-stop reference book. Based on the latest edition of the bestselling and authoritative Random House Webster’s College Dictionary and prepared by a staff of lexicographic experts, this handy, modern, and affordable dictionary is the resource for all your word questions! With Newer Words Faster, you’ll also find the latest slang, business, and computer terms defined with clarity and precision. No other paperback dictionary gives you more!
Just because we're little doesn't mean we can't learn BIG facts. Have you ever wondered why plants need sunlight? If you're a Little Environmentalist who is ready to garden, then you're about to GROW A JUNGLE with Puffin Little!
This all-in-one vocabulary-building guide helps users read, write, and speak with more confidence. Includes a handy pronunciation guide, including an extensive list of words that are often mispronounced; word roots and histories; an invaluable glossary of usage to help choose the right words and put them in their proper place; and much more.
This compact, affordable atlas delivers reliable, up-to-date information at a glance--no waiting for time-consuming downloads! Its 160 full-color pages include a complete country gazetteer packed with the latest facts and statistics, along with flags and spot maps. Each map is both geographical and political, so it's like getting two maps in one on every page. Plus, a unique globe-locator feature on every map shows the featured region's position. Includes a 60-page index to over 15,000 places.
This softcovered, compact reference features over 60,000 entries, and includes a computer and multimedia glossary as well as a glossary of business terms.
Tobacco and sugar have made the history, the character, and the economy of Cuba. In this entertaining book, packed with fascinating lore, scholarship in its most humane form, and the flavor of Fernando Ortiz’s exceedingly civilized and humorous personality, the two important crops are seen from many points of view. Their economic aspects form the base, but they are examined, too, for their effects on folklore, art, science, industry, and daily human living. Out of personal experience, memory, and a lifetime of reading in all the western European languages, Dr. Ortiz has condensed exactly what is most telling, interesting, and significant about the leafy plant and the cane that together have made the story of his native land. The present translation, by Harriet de Onís, was made from a text specially prepared in Spanish by the author. It has an admiring introduction by the late Bronislaw Malinowski and a prologue by Herminio Portell Vilá, noted Cuban historian and sociologist.
A beautifully illustrated collection of seasonal stories and poems from some of our best-loved writers and illustrators. There's Peter Bowman's Tiny Ted, the world's smallest bear who was just missed the last Christmas post; Jane Hissey's Old Bear and all his friends, impatient for the snow; the feisty Mrs Pepperpot who finds a way of getting to the Christmas market despite all odds; Russell and Lillian Hoban's eccentric family of moles who discover the delights of Christmas for the very first time and, of course, there's Father Christmas himself, who has forgotten one very angry baby. Other authors and illustrators include Shirley Hughes, Pat Hutchins, Angela McAllister, Claire Fletcher, Susie Jenkin-Pearce, Anthony Lewis, Maggie Russell, Peter Weevers, John Bush and John Richardson.
Ghosts, witches, gnomes, monsters and lively imaginations are all you need for a tremulous tale at bedtime. Featuring stories from a host of top children’s authors and illustrators, including Nicholas Allan, John Richardson, Tony Ross, Michael Ratnett and others. This creepy compendium is guaranteed to thrill and delight the youngest of readers, without scaring them out of their wits!
From Random House of Canada Limited, a must-read collection of this fall’s best non-fiction. It is our richest season yet, and we’re thrilled to offer you a taste of our smartest, most persuasive, and thoughtful non-fiction titles. Step back in time and experience the world through the lenses of some of history’s most influential and adventuring figures—da Vinci, George Mallory, van Gogh; get to know, in unmatched detail, three of Canada’s most intriguing personalities: a beloved hockey coach, a timeless performer, and one of our most entertaining satirists; share in poignant moments of family, love, and loss in unforgettable memoirs; and, engage in some of the most topical debates of today, from religion’s role in foreign policy to work-life balance to the Native American experience. Showcasing only the best in non-fiction from Rick Mercer, award–winners Ross King and Wade Davis, Rosie DiManno, Andrew Preston, Sylvie Simmons, Modris Eksteins, Thomas King, and Gretchen Rubin, as well as introducing stories and ideas from bright talents like Will Schwalbe, Gerry Dee, and JJ Lee, Best of Non-Fiction Fall 2012 will capture your imagination and spark your curiosity, bringing you to some of this season’s most gripping, reflective, and stirring reads.
Before falling asleep, read about the nightly adventures that can happen when you're catching up on your shut-eye. This collection of stories will enchant children as they snuggle down in bed. From the exuberant style of Counting Cows and The Midnight Feast to the more surreal and dream-like picture books such as The Night Shimmy and Land of Dreams, this collection is full of adventure, magic and most importantly, the safetly of comfy beds. Sweet Dreams will lull children into sleep and encourage them all to dream.
Stock up for Back-to-School •The core vocabulary students need •Over 56,000 easy-to-read definitions for students at all levels •All-new test reference section provided byThe Princeton Review
An e-book original inspired by the vision of late NDP leader Jack Layton with short, personal essays by a diverse line-up of Canadian writers and activists. HOPE IS BETTER THAN FEAR reflects upon and looks forward on a number of issues that Jack Layton championed over the course of his extraordinary career as an activist, city councillor and federal politician, including homelessness, feminism, civic engagement, the environment and--very dear to his heart--the Native experience, which is why Random House of Canada is donating its net proceeds from the sale of this e-book to aboriginal youth initiatives, as designated by his widow, the MP Olivia Chow. Taking up the charge to inspire and challenge readers and tap into Jack's energy, optimism and drive, contributors Tzeporah Berman, Jane Doe, Pierre-Luc Dusseault, David Miller, Rex Murphy and Steven Page, among others, pay tribute to Jack's record and point out what we need to do next. With this book, we are both honouring his life and work and paying Jack forward.
Comprehensive and up-to-date, this handy volume provides the maximum amount of information in the least amount of space. Illustrated throughout, including maps and diagrams, this book contains 10,000 entries and 500,000 words, covering all fields of knowledge from Art and Biology to Religion and Sports. Also features biographical, geographical, and political entries.
The ten picture books which form this sumptuous collection are all about our animal friends. Funny, adventurous and moving - they give us insight into the behaviour of the creatures who live alongside us and into our own human selves.
In an all-new second edition, Random House Webster's Student Notebook Dictionary includes the newest words for today's student. And, with its convenient 3-hole punched format, it's perfect for easy look-up any time. "Features Include: - Over 52,000 clear, concise definitions, including important new words, idioms, and phrases - Helpful usage notes and pronunciation guides - Essential reference tools, such as the periodic table, maps, math and science formulas, and more - Three-hole punched format fits conveniently into a standard 3-ring binder
Nala the koala has lost her home. She searches far and wide, but some places are too sandy, some are too smoky and some are just too scratchy! Where have all the trees gone? A sweet story that gently touches on displacement, finding your home and preserving precious environments. All royalties from sales of this book will be donated to WIRES to help protect koalas and other Australian animals in need.
An all-new second edition, with new words for 2001-2002, Random House Webster's Handy American Dictionary contains clear and accessible definitions. And, with its small size, this dictionary is the perfect companion for students, travelers, and business people alike. Contents Include: - Over 50,000 concise definitions, idioms, and phrases - Helpful usage notes, pronunciation keys, and a handy ready-reference guide - Portable, small paperback fits perfectly into a purse, backpack, or briefcase
Entrepreneurs, inventors, performers, artists, writers, explorers...over the past 100 years and across the globe, men and women from all walks of life have had a positive impact on the world as we know it today. From Churchill to Cousteau, Freud to Gandhi, this is a compact one-stop biographical reference guide of 300 extraordinary people, arranged in a convenient A to Z format with black-and-white photos throughout.
I'm getting ready to learn how to swim . . .This adorable story describes the heartening apprehension and elation of beginning swimming lessons.The I'm Ready series is a collection of fun, bright board books about exciting milestones and events in many children's lives. These gorgeous board books are designed as handy explainers for children that parents can trust, with a look the whole family will love. The I'm Ready series serves as a stepping stone between first concept books (numbers, alphabet, colours, animals, etc) and longer narrative picture books. They are ideal for children ages 3 to 4. The series is illustrated by Jedda Robaard, a beloved Australian author and illustrator. These gorgeous books will win over parents and children alike with Jedda's adorable illustrations, full of familiar Australian scenes, animals and flora. The books are about key experiences in a child's life, whether it's feeling anxious about learning to swim or getting ready to celebrate with family.
This guide provides a listing of hundreds of establishments that offer self-catering accommodation in cottages, chalets, flats, duplexes and private homes throughout South Africa. The index lists the establishments in alphabetical order with their telephone numbers, and each entry provides a description of the facilities offered, as well as recreational activities and places of interest in the area.
From above the world of Cars comes Disney Planes, an action-packed animated adventure featuring Dusty, a small-town plane with the dream of competing as a high-flying air racer. But making that dream come true isn't going to be easy. He's not exactly built for speed--and he happens to be afraid of heights!"--P. [4] of cover.
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