Who was the first King of England? What prompted the Cat and Mouse Act? When was Wembley stadium demolished? Where did the Rebecca riots take place? How long did the Hundred Years War last? Containing more than 3,800 authoritative entries written by over 100 specialist contributors, this dictionary describes the people and events that have shaped and defined domestic, political, social, and cultural life in Britain since 55 BC. New entries to this edition include Gordon Brown, David Cameron, Gerry Adams, and Rowan Williams and existing entries on Tony Blair, Iraq, Northern Ireland, and terrorism have been updated. Following the A-Z text is an appendix of recommended web links that provide relevant and useful extra information. Web links...

ISBN: 978-0-19-955037-1
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2012

This updated collection offers a vivid picture of the world in the 21st century, against a backdrop of the landmark events leading up to it. From Catherine Tate and The Simpsons to Mother Teresa and Winston Churchill, Modern Quotations charts the ebbs and flows of popular culture as well as marking the key voices and watersheds for our time. An authoritative look-up reference, and an enjoyable source for browsing: the perfect gift. New quotations include: `You tried your best, and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try.` [Homer Simpson] Matt Groening `I ain`t a communist necessarily, but I been in the red all my life.` Woody Guthrie `I don`t eat anything with a face.` Linda McCartney `Never stop because you are afraid - you are...

ISBN: 978-0-19-954746-3
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2012

ISBN: 978-0-19-860891-2
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2012

- Fully revised and updated history dictionary, containing over 4,000 clear and concise entries - Biographies of key figures in world history, from Alexander the Great to George W. Bush, Elizabeth I to Nelson Mandela - International coverage, with detailed entries for every country in the world - Subject entries on religious and political movements, international organizations, and key battles and places - 25 detailed maps covering events and topics such as the Black Death, the Normandy Campaign, and the African slave trade New to this edition - Revised edition: fully updated to take into account border changes, major changes in regions ( former Yugoslavia), and the addition of recent major events ( the 2004 Tsunami) - Key biographies...

ISBN: 978-0-19-280700-7
Издательство: Oxford
Дата выхода: июль 2012

The power of words in politics is well known and the fourth edition of the Oxford Dictionary of Political Quotations brings together both words of wisdom and things that might have been better left unsaid. This unique reference book not only charts the most influential political events of recent times via the things people said about them - including an international financial crisis and a watershed in American presidential politics - but also digs deeper than ever into the rich heritage of political history from around the world. A mouth-watering collection for anyone with an interest in history and politics, Antony Jay (co-author of the famous TV series Yes Minister and Yes Prime Minister) has assembled both a crash course in political...

ISBN: 978-0-19-957268-7
Дата выхода: ноябрь 2012

Combining both accessibility and authority, the Oxford Dictionary of Word Origins describes the origins and development of over 3,000 words and phrases in the English language. The book draws on Oxford`s unrivalled dictionary research programme and language monitoring, and relates the fascinating stories behind many of our most curious terms and expressions in order to offer the reader a much more explicit account than can be found in a general English dictionary. Organized A-Z, the entries include first known use along with examples that illustrate the many faces of the particular word or phrase, from `handsome` to `bachelor` and `cute` to `baby`, from `pagan` to `palaver` and `toff` to `torpedo`. Also featured are almost 20 special...

ISBN: 978-0-19-954793-7
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: ноябрь 2012

ISBN: 9780199670840
Дата выхода: январь 2018

A course for people studying computer science or working with computers. It covers a wide range of computing areas, giving practice in all four language skills. Particular emphasis is placed on the vocabulary and grammar of the English used in computer science.

ISBN: 978-0-194-57387-0
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2011

The Oxford Essential Russian Dictionary is a new compact Russian-English and English-Russian dictionary that offers up-to-date coverage of all the essential day-to-day vocabulary with over 40000 words and phrases and 60000 translations. This dictionary is easy to use and ideal for travel, work, or study. The latest words in each language have been added, reflecting all aspects of life today, from computing and technology to lifestyle and business. Additional features include guides to Russian and English pronunciation, as well as help with both Russian and English verbs. The Oxford Essential Russian Dictionary is ideal for anyone in need of a handy quick reference. An essential book for the study of Russian.

ISBN: 978-0-19-957643-2
Дата выхода: июль 2011

Oxford First French Flashcards are an ideal tool to give young children a head start in learning French in an engaging and interactive way. 50 double-sided cards show an illustration, French word, and English translation. Words include key everyday nouns as well as opposites, numbers and shapes, and transport. Ideal for using across the creative curriculum in school. Instructions for games and activities help reinforce learning in an engaging way. Ideal to use in MFL teaching in the classroom, afterschool clubs, and at home for an early introduction to French, or preparing for a holiday abroad.

ISBN: 978-0-19-911981-3
Издательство: Oxford
Дата выхода: декабрь 2011

This is the reissued Oxford French Mini Dictionary - now in an attractive new format. This small dictionary offers the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of essential, everyday vocabulary with over 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Easy-to-use colour design and a centre section of useful words and expressions listed by topic make this dictionary ideal for travel and quick reference.

ISBN: 978-0-19-969264-4
Дата выхода: январь 2012

This is the reissued Oxford German Mini Dictionary - now in an attractive new format. This small dictionary offers the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of essential, everyday vocabulary with over 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Easy-to-use colour design and a centre section of useful words and expressions listed by topic make this dictionary ideal for travel and quick reference.

ISBN: 978-0-19-969266-8
Дата выхода: ноябрь 2012

This combined dictionary and thesaurus is a highly portable, compact, and convenient reference to the English language. The Oxford Mini Dictionary & Thesaurus is small enough to fit easily into a bag or backpack, for help with studies or to solve everyday language problems and puzzles, wherever you are. This second edition features an attractive new design so that you can find what you need easily. This includes the integration of the dictionary and thesaurus text, meaning that the thesaurus entry for a word sits directly alongside the dictionary entry, so that you do not have to hunt around the page. A new centre section giving language reference information makes this dictionary and thesaurus a one-stop tool that will help to solve...

ISBN: 978-0-19-923992-4
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2011

Трехуровневое пособие по грамматике рассчитано на подготовку к международным экзаменам. Неотъемлемой частью курса являются тесты для итогового и текущего контроля. Placement Test на сайте позволяет выбрать учебник нужного уровня. Ключевые характеристики: - Большое количество упражнений различного формата обеспечивают последовательное повторение и закрепление изученного материала. - Все упражнения...

ISBN: 978-0-19-457978-0
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: июль 2011

A three-level English grammar practice series for the classroom or self-study with clear explanations and lots of extra practice. Each level has an interactive Practice-Boost CD-ROM.

ISBN: 978-0-194-57982-7
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: август 2011

Oxford Practice Grammar. Updated Edition представляет собой трехуровневую серию практических пособий по грамматике английского языка для занятий в классе или самостоятельной работы. Его испытанная и заслуживающая доверия методология содержит четкие объяснения и много дополнительной практики.Авторы Oxford Practice Grammar учитывают, что студенты нуждаются в различных типах объяснений и практики на каждом этапе своего обучения....

ISBN: 9780194214742
Дата выхода: июль 2023

ISBN: 978-0-19-911874-8
Издательство: Oxford
Дата выхода: январь 2008

All the words you need every day. Practical help with grammar and vocabulary. Русско-английский и англо-русский словарь. Более 40 000 слов и выражений и 60 000 значений. Включает: - Все необходимые слова на каждый день; - Практичный справочник по грамматике и лексике.

ISBN: 978-0-19-955656-4
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: январь 2012

This is the reissued "Oxford Russian Mini Dictionary" - now in an attractive new format. This small dictionary offers the most accurate and up-to-date coverage of essential, everyday vocabulary with over 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Easy-to-use design and a centre section of useful words and expressions listed by topic make this dictionary ideal for travel and quick reference.

ISBN: 978-0-19-969271-2
Дата выхода: январь 2012

ISBN: 978-0-19-955657-1
Издательство: Oxford University Press
Дата выхода: декабрь 2012

ISBN: 978-0-19-273648-2
Дата выхода: январь 2019

Authoritative and up-to-date, this fourth edition of the Pocket Oxford Spanish Dictionary covers over 90,000 words and phrases, and 130,000 translations of contemporary Spanish and English. Hundreds of new words from Spanish and English have been added from computing and technology to health and lifestyle, based on findings from the Oxford Languages Tracker. Includes excellent coverage of both European and Latin American Spanish. More than just a dictionary, this handy reference book also includes extensive sections on grammar, culture, and communication giving you the tools you need to communicate effectively and understand aspects of another culture. The grammar supplement provides full information on key points of Spanish grammar,...

ISBN: 978-0-19-956077-6
Дата выхода: июль 2011

Новая трехуровневая серия для изучения и тренировки слов и выражений. Ключевые черты: отражает реальное использование слов в устном и письменном языке; тренировка в использовании лексики; возможность повторения изученного материала; изучение слов для подготовки к основным международным экзаменам; использование карточки "проверь себя" для проверки усвоения слов и выражений.

ISBN: 978-0-19-462007-9
Дата выхода: апрель 2013

The second level in a three-level topic-based vocabulary course to learn and practise the words that learners need to know at each CEFR level, based on the Oxford 3000.Oxford Word Skills improves students` vocabulary and vocabulary-learning skills. Short, clear presentations and lots of opportunity for practice give students the confidence to use new vocabulary. 100 units at each level mean they cover a huge range of topics and everyday situations. The Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app, or OALD app, provides pronunciation and more information about the meaning and usage of words.

ISBN: 9780194605700
Дата выхода: июль 2023

- Hundreds of thousands of words spanning everything from technology and medicine to colloquial slang - Clear colour layout for ease of use - More material for students on their year abroad or anyone living in the French speaking world sample utility bills, bank statements, rent agreements - Updated cultural notes - grasp the essence of the language Now includes one year`s access to Oxford`s premium French / English dictionary service - regular updates of new words, audio pronunciations, language learning help, and more (while stocks last) Acclaimed by language professionals the world over, the Oxford-Hachette French Dictionary leads the field. The dictionary is based on the statistical evidence of vast electronic databanks of real...

ISBN: 978-0-19-861422-7
Издательство: Oxford
Дата выхода: июль 2011