Collection: Reference Academy

This is a scholarly dictionary of word origin designed to be a useful reference source for the general reader as well as an important etymological resource for the expert. It contains over 30,000 entries.

In the past, the most common family structure was the 'nuclear family': a married mother and father and their children. Today, family groups are more flexible. This book looks at the changing shape of the family, at different methods and styles of parenting, and at issues for working parents.

This dictionary provides beginners of French with the easiest way to learn the language. Its features include full coverage of core vocabulary in both French and English, thousands of examples to show how to use the translations and all essential set expressions. The layout is clear and user-frie...

Based on extensive consultation with teachers, school pupils and representatives of exam boards, this dictionary has been compiled for learners of German from day one to exam success.

Written in consultation with pupils, teachers and exam boards, this dictionary provides beginners of German with the easiest way to learn the language. It covers core vocabulary in both German and English, thousands of examples to show how to use the translations and all essential set expressions.