Metaphors We Live by by George Lakoff & Mark Johnson
30.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
The now-classic "Metaphors We Live By" changed our understanding of metaphor and its role in language and the mind. Metaphor, the authors explain, is a fundamental mechanism of mind, one that allows us to use what we know about our physical and social experience to provide understanding of countless oth ...Show more
The Godzone Dictionary - Of Favourite New Zealand Words and Phrases by Max Cryer
29.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases | Reading Level: very good
This concise A-Z dictionary, now updated in a new expanded edition, is a quick and easy reference to understanding the words and phrases that make the New Zealand language and speech patterns so different. Language expert Max Cryer not only provides helpful definitions for the various entries, but also ...Show more
Small Island: 12 Maps That Explain the History of Britain by Philip Parker
50.00 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases | Series: New History of Britain Ser.
A fascinating analysis of a dozen maps from critical points in British history over the last two thousand years, from the Celtic period when 'Britain' was just a patchwork of tribal kingdoms, to a century ago when the whole of Ireland, India, Australia, much of Africa, Asia and the Americas were marked ...Show more
Collins English Thesaurus Essential Edition: All the Words You Need, Every Day [Second Edition] by Collins Dictionaries
32.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases | Series: Collins Essential Editions Ser.
All the words you need, every day: the perfect word reference for daily use in a durable format. With practical usage notes, and a fantastic supplement, this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use and knowledge further. 300,000 synonyms and antonyms. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the ...Show more
Philip's Essential World Atlas 2019 (Royal Geographical Society) by Philip's Maps
61.00 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society, the authoritative Philip's Essential World Atlas presents the world in cartography of exceptional quality. The 144 pages of physical and political maps - fully revised and updated - have been selected to provide balanced coverage of the cont ...Show more
Oxford Paperback Thesaurus (4th Revised ed.) by Oxford Dictionaries
25.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases | Series: UK Bestselling Dictionaries Ser.
This up-to-date, general purpose thesaurus offers over 300,000 synonyms and antonyms. Includes a centre section containing thematic lists, for example of animals, games, and tools, designed to help you broaden your vocabulary, improve your general knowledge, and solve quizzes and puzzles. Includes 3 mon ...Show more
Concise Oxford Thesaurus (3rd Edition) by Oxford Dictionaries
63.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
This is a new edition of the Concise Oxford Thesaurus, with updated and improved text, new choices of synonyms, and a new design. The Concise Oxford Thesaurus is a comprehensive reference text for the bookshelf at home or in the office. Its usefulness means that it won't stay on the shelf, however. The ...Show more
New Zealand Law Dictionary 9th Edition by Peter Spiller
65.00 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
The ninth edition of the New Zealand Law Dictionary has been revised to include an expanded list of legal terms. As a result, this new edition contains over 5,000 entries. Experienced editor Judge Peter Spiller again brings his expertise to the title, building on the exemplary scholarship and practical ...Show more
Bryson's Dictionary for Writers and Editors by Bill Bryson
29.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases | Reading Level: very good
What is the difference between cant and jargon, or assume and presume? What is a fandango? How do you spell supersede? Is it hippy or hippie? These questions really matter to Bill Bryson, as they do to anyone who cares about the English language. Originally published as The Penguin Dictionary for Writer ...Show more
Collins Scrabble Dictionary 3rd Edition by Collins Dictionaries Staff
19.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
An essential resource for all serious Scrabble players. This major new edition is fully updated to include all valid words between 2 and 9 letters in length from the latest official Scrabble wordlist, and allows players to settle disputes over the eligibility of words. This book includes all playable wo ...Show more
All over the Map - A Cartographic Odyssey by Betty Mason; Greg Miller
100.00 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
In this visually stunning book, award-winning journalists Betsy Mason and Greg Miller--authors of the National Geographic cartography blog "All Over the Map"--explore the intriguing stories behind maps from a wide variety of cultures, civilizations, and time periods. Based on interviews with scores of l ...Show more
Words That Go Ping: The Ridiculously Wonderful World of Onomatopoeia by Barbara Lasserre
27.99 NZD
Category: Dictionaries & Atlases
Barbara Lasserre brings the neglected world of onomatopoeia to life in this witty little gem of a book which will delight language lovers.