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Merriam-webster’s Vocabulary Builder [Mass Market Paperback]

Merriam-webster's Vocabulary Builder

The ideal book for people who want to increase their word power. Thorough coverage of 1,200 words and 240 roots while introducing 2,300 words. The Vocabulary Builder is organized by Greek and Latin roots for effective study with nearly 250 new words and roots. Includes quizzes after each root discussion to test progress. A great study aid for students preparing to take standardized tests.

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Since 1937. Merriam-Webster is America’s foremost publisher of language-related reference works. The company publishes a diverse array of print and electronic products, including Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate® Dictionary, Eleventh Edition – America’s best-selling desk dictionary – and Webster’s Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged. Merriam-Webster can be considered the direct lexicographical heir of Noah Webster. In 1843, the company bought the rights to the 1841 edition of Webster’s magnum opus, An American Dictionary of the Englis (more…)

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Merriam-Webster’s Vocabulary Builder [Mass Market Paperback]

Merriam-Webster's Vocabulary Builder

The Merriam-Webster Vocabulary Builder allows you to enjoy informative and entertaining discussions of English words derived from Greek and Latin roots–and expand your working vocabulary at the same time. Words that share the same root are grouped for easy study. Quizzes let you test how much you’ve learned.

About the Author

Mary Wood Cornog is a contributor for Merriam-Webster Inc titles including: ‘Merriam-Webster’s Vocabulary Builder’Les Hewitt, coauthor of The Power of Focus is an international workshop facilitator and popular motivational speaker. He founded The Achievers Coaching Program in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, which now includes 450 training programs operating in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. He is an active member of the North Calgary Community Church.

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German-English Dictionary, Second Edition (Mass Market Paperback)

German-English Dictionary, Second Edition

Fully updated and featuring more than 55,000 entries, this is the classicGerman-English English-German Dictionaryfrom Langenscheidt, the premier source for foreign language reference tools.Students, teachers, travelers, and professionals can confidently rely on this invaluable 2-in-1 volume that includes:- Hundreds of new words reflecting today’s cultural, political, and technological changes, plus contemporary idioms and expressions- Full pronunciation keys for both German and English entries- Comprehensive grammatical information- The genitives and plurals of German nouns- Indicators as to whether a German verb is conjugated withhaben or sein- An alphabetical list of German and English irregular verbs- A wealth of examples illustrating correct usage and meaning- A quick reference section on proper names, weights and measures, and abbreviations- Easy-to-read typography, plus a helpful guide to using the dictionary most effectively The foreign language dictionary for p (more…)

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