Illustrated Oxford Dictionary
Author | : DK Publishing, Inc |
Publisher | : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) |
Total Pages | : 1008 |
Release | : 2003 |
ISBN-10 | : 0751364363 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780751364361 |
Rating | : 4/5 (63 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This authoritative and accessible dictionary uses a unique combination of carefully verified definitions and clearly labelled images to explain even the most complex of topics. 187, 000 clear, concise definitions and entries cover general vocabulary - including English words from around the world - as well as specialist, technical, rare and new words and phrases. 4, 500 carefully selected images provide instant visual definitions and deepen understanding of the text entries 600 eye-catching illustrated feature panels offer more information on a wide range of topics - from science and technology to natural history, art and music.