Chambers Official Scrabble Words
Chambers Official Scrabble Words

Author: Hodder & Stoughton

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 542

ISBN-13: 9780550100580

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The only official publication in the UK that combines the word lists of Official Scrabble Words (the UK authority) and the Official Tournament and Club Word List (the North American authority). Official Scrabble Words International is an essential adjudication tool for tournament player and valuable reference tool for all those wishing to play with an increased vocabulary.

The Chambers Dictionary
The Chambers Dictionary

Author: Editors of Chambers

Publisher:

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 1886

ISBN-13:

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Combines authoritative definitions with the occasional humorous one.

Chambers 21st Century Dictionary
Chambers 21st Century Dictionary

Author: Mairi Robinson

Publisher: Larousse Kingfisher Chambers

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 1672

ISBN-13:

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This highly acclaimed dictionary is newly revised and offers language mavens a unique opportunity to delve into the most up-to-date, contemporary English usage. Comprehensive, easy-to-use, and free of jargon, the 21st Century Dictionary emphasizes the written and spoken English of everyday situations. The perfect reference for any word lover. Special features: Thumb Index. Clear definitions in straightforward English. Up-to-the-minute information on how words are used. Supported by Chambers Wordtrack and The British National Corpus 100 Million word database. Innovative page design gets you to the right information fast. Hundreds of usage notes, word histories, idioms, and help with pronunciation, spelling and grammar.

Chambers Biographical Dictionary
Chambers Biographical Dictionary

Author: Camilla Rockwood

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 1738

ISBN-13:

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International and historical coverage of all areas of human achievement including the arts, science, technology, sport, politics, philosophy and business. Detailed panel entries on particularly important or influential people such as Albert Einstein, the Bronte sisters and Nelson Mandela.

The Language Instinct
The Language Instinct

Author: Steven Pinker

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2010-12-14

Total Pages: 578

ISBN-13: 0062032526

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"A brilliant, witty, and altogether satisfying book." — New York Times Book Review The classic work on the development of human language by the world’s leading expert on language and the mind In The Language Instinct, the world's expert on language and mind lucidly explains everything you always wanted to know about language: how it works, how children learn it, how it changes, how the brain computes it, and how it evolved. With deft use of examples of humor and wordplay, Steven Pinker weaves our vast knowledge of language into a compelling story: language is a human instinct, wired into our brains by evolution. The Language Instinct received the William James Book Prize from the American Psychological Association and the Public Interest Award from the Linguistics Society of America. This edition includes an update on advances in the science of language since The Language Instinct was first published.

From Poverty to Power
From Poverty to Power

Author: Duncan Green

Publisher: Oxfam

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 540

ISBN-13: 0855985933

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Offers a look at the causes and effects of poverty and inequality, as well as the possible solutions. This title features research, human stories, statistics, and compelling arguments. It discusses about the world we live in and how we can make it a better place.

Everything Scrabble
Everything Scrabble

Author: Joe Edley

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2009-09-22

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13: 1416561757

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Newly revised with updated new strategies and words, the classic how-to guide to one of the most popular board games of all time. First introduced to the public in the mid 1950s, Scrabble has gone on to be one of the biggest selling board games in history—and is currently gaining legions of new fans in the online world. Offering relevant game tips for both the beginner and the seasoned pro, Everything Scrabble includes basic board strategies, tips for utilizing the letter "Q" (with and without the letter "U"), the latest in high scoring words, a complete list of two-letter words that can to increase players’ scoring averages by thirty to forty points—and much more. Featuring a complete history of the game, this extensively illustrated guidebook covers all facets of the game and worldwide Scrabble culture—including tournaments, champions, and rules—and is a must have for every serious fan.