Collins German Unabridged, 9th Edition
Collins German Unabridged, 9th Edition

Author: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.

Publisher: Collins Reference

Published: 2019-08-13

Total Pages: 680

ISBN-13: 9780062953902

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The richest resource for German study. Ideal for advanced learners and professionals using German. This newly revised ninth edition of Collins Unabridged German Dictionary includes the latest words and phrases from contemporary German and English as well as highlighted key phrases, idioms, and set grammatical structures to help you understand more complex entries. This edition is recommended by university tutors for German degree reading lists and features a clear layout with color headwords to help find words quickly and easily. Culture boxes explain the origins of phrases from literature, film and popular culture to aid translation and improve your understanding of German popular culture, and special sections on German life and culture. This version is an ideal resource for advanced learners and professionals

Collins German Concise Dictionary, 5th Edition
Collins German Concise Dictionary, 5th Edition

Author: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.

Publisher: Collins Reference

Published: 2010-06-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780061998621

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From a World-Leading Bilingual Dictionary Publisher Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the words and phrases you need in German Easy-to-use German grammar guide–the perfect complement to this dictionary In-depth treatment of difficult words Clear color layout and alphabet tabs help you find what you are looking for quickly and easily Cultural notes provide insight into life in German-speaking countries Ideal for intermediate learners

Collins German Unabridged Dictionary, 8th Edition
Collins German Unabridged Dictionary, 8th Edition

Author: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.

Publisher: Collins Reference

Published: 2013-07-02

Total Pages: 2136

ISBN-13: 9780062288820

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The richest resource for German study Comprehensive and authoritative, including the latest words and phrases from contemporary German and English Key phrases, idioms, and set grammatical structures are highlighted to help you understand more complex entries Culture boxes explain the origins of phrases from literature, film, and popular culture to aid translation and to improve your understanding Recommended by university tutors for German degree reading lists Acclaimed Language in Use supplement contains hundreds of examples in real-life contexts such as essay writing, e-mail messages, and telephone conversations to help you use German fluently and naturally The new Business & Finance supplement contains all the phrases you need to communicate in common business situations, covering everything from banking and finance to insurance and accounting Clear layout with headwords helps you find the words you need quickly and easily 350,000 references special entries on life and culture in German-speaking countries 500,000 translations explanations of complex words in both languages specialist vocabulary ideal for advanced learners and professionals using German

Letters to a Young Poet
Letters to a Young Poet

Author: Rainer Maria Rilke

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 1993-09-17

Total Pages: 90

ISBN-13: 0393310396

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Letters written to F.X. Kappus during the years 1903-1908. Chronicle of Rilkes's life for the years 1903-1908 (p. 81-123).

Oxford English Dictionary
Oxford English Dictionary

Author: John A. Simpson

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2002-04-18

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780195218893

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The Oxford English Dictionary is the internationally recognized authority on the evolution of the English language from 1150 to the present day. The Dictionary defines over 500,000 words, making it an unsurpassed guide to the meaning, pronunciation, and history of the English language. This new upgrade version of The Oxford English Dictionary Second Edition on CD-ROM offers unparalleled access to the world's most important reference work for the English language. The text of this version has been augmented with the inclusion of the Oxford English Dictionary Additions Series (Volumes 1-3), published in 1993 and 1997, the Bibliography to the Second Edition, and other ancillary material. System requirements: PC with minimum 200 MHz Pentium-class processor; 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended); 16-speed CD-ROM drive (32-speed recommended); Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 200, or XP (Local administrator rights are required to install and open the OED for the first time on a PC running Windows NT 4 and to install and run the OED on Windows 2000 and XP); 1.1 GB hard disk space to run the OED from the CD-ROM and 1.7 GB to install the CD-ROM to the hard disk: SVGA monitor: 800 x 600 pixels: 16-bit (64k, high color) setting recommended. Please note: for the upgrade, installation requires the use of the OED CD-ROM v2.0.

Collins French Dictionary
Collins French Dictionary

Author: HarperCollins Publishers

Publisher: Harper

Published: 2008-02-26

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780061260476

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Up-to-date coverage of today's language Offers over 40,000 entries and 70,000 translations Easy-to-use format Contains commonly used phrases and idioms Main irregular verb forms given Includes most common abbreviations, acronyms, and geographic names Pronunciations for English and French shown in the International Phonetic Alphabet

Stereotypes and Slang
Stereotypes and Slang

Author: Christian Peer

Publisher: ibidem-Verlag / ibidem Press

Published: 2012-02-24

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 3838257154

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The theoretical basis of this book is the assumption that stereotyping is a phenomenon which manifests itself primarily through language. It is further based on the observation that slang provides a large number of expressions that imply particular stereotypes.The focus lies on investigating the nature of both stereotyping and slang, illustrating the subject by a survey that analyses how certain national stereotypes are expressed in selected slang terms.

Reference Sources for Small and Medium-sized Libraries, Eighth Edition
Reference Sources for Small and Medium-sized Libraries, Eighth Edition

Author: Jack O'Gorman

Publisher: American Library Association

Published: 2014-02-25

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 0838912125

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Focusing on new reference sources published since 2008 and reference titles that have retained their relevance, this new edition brings O’Gorman’s complete and authoritative guide to the best reference sources for small and medium-sized academic and public libraries fully up to date. About 40 percent of the content is new to this edition. Containing sources selected and annotated by a team of public and academic librarians, the works included have been chosen for value and expertise in specific subject areas. Equally useful for both library patrons and staff, this resource Covers more than a dozen key subject areas, including General Reference; Philosophy, Religion, and Ethics; Psychology and Psychiatry; Social Sciences and Sociology; Business and Careers; Political Science and Law; Education; Words and Languages; Science and Technology; History; and Performing Arts Encompasses database products, CD-ROMs, websites, and other electronic resources in addition to print materials Includes thorough annotations for each source, with information on author/editor, publisher, cost, format, Dewey and LC classification numbers, and more Library patrons will find this an invaluable resource for current everyday topics. Librarians will appreciate it as both a reference and collection development tool, knowing it’s backed by ALA’s long tradition of excellence in reference selection.