In a unique new collaboration Collins have paired up with the respected British Trust for Ornithology bringing together the most authoritative & up-to-date information in this new field guide to the common birds of Britain & Ireland This unique new identification guide features all of the birds that have occurred five or more times in Britain & Ireland including all species that breed regularly in the region plus those that winter here or occur as common passage migrants The book has been written & illustrated as much with the beginner in mind as the experienced birdwatcher Designed to be used in the field the text & photographs describe & illustrate the key features needed to identify a species with complete confidence & to separate it from similar or confusion' species As a general rule the species accounts follow the taxonomic running order provided by the British Ornithologist's Union (BOU) But for the benefit of the reader in some instances the running order has been juggled subtly so that potentially confusing species are placed side by side Throughout the book there are special pages that describe the key features needed for separating different families & groups of birds that share the same habitat More than 1200 photographs are featured & many are seen here for the first time They have been chosen carefully to show not only important identification features but also to give clues to the usual habitat favoured by the bird & its typical posture Annotations highlight key identification features that are discussed in the text Song & call are useful aids to identification & reference is made to vocalisation for each species The average size of each bird is included; in most species this is the length measured from the tip of the bill to the tip of the tail but in birds that are seen most frequently in flight (such as raptors) the given measurement is wingspan Relative abundance maps are shown for every species The darker shading shows where a species is most abundant & the lighter shades where it is less so These are based on the very latest information contained within the BTO's Bird Atlas 2007-11 ...

This classic guide to the butterflies of Britain & northern Europe enters its third edition as part of the authoritative Collins Guide series This comprehensive guide to the butterflies of Britain & Europe features over 400 species depicting both male & female insects Species descriptions include details on taxonomic nomenclature distribution flight period variation habitat behaviour & life cycle Subspecies are included where there is significant variation & distribution maps accompany each widespread species Illustrated by Richard Lewington the world's leading butterfly illustrator this is an ideal field guide for travelling naturalists & butterfly enthusiasts alike & is an essential addition to every nature lover's bookshelves ...

A beautifully illustrated picture atlas designed to take children on an exciting journey around the world The atlas opens with the continents then presents a world view of countries before exploring deeper into each country & the exciting places to visit within each The maps are clear colourful & perfect for children to explore the world & let their imaginations run riot Illustrated by Steve Evans This book is ideal for home or school & finding out more about the world whilst also helping to develop essential reading skills Clear colourful highly informative illustrated mapping designed for young readers Arranged by continent for easy reference Facts about the world we live in are included on each spread ...

Colourful Illustrated Map of the World This highly illustrated pictorial map is designed to take children on a journey of discovery around the countries of the world The mapping is clear colourful & highly informative & shows countries & capital cities stunning illustrations are used to depict themes such as national emblems customs food birds animals buildings & sports to help younger readers gain an understanding of peoples around the world

Dimensions 610 X 915 mm Illustrated by Steve Evans

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The 3rd edition of the Collins COBUILD Intermediate Learner's Dictionary offers up to date coverage of today's English in a clear attractive format This dictionary is ideal for intermediate-level learners of English With full-sentence definitions written in simple natural English this dictionary is easy to use & understand The examples taken from the 45-billion-word Collins Corpus show learners how the words are used in authentic contexts This dictionary covers all the essential words phrases & idioms that students at this level need to learn & provides help with grammar & usage A wide range of vocabulary building features many of them with full colour illustrations encourage students to learn new words & improve their fluency The dictionary also

Includes:: a Visual Thesaurus which provides alternatives to the 50 most over used words in English; an Activity guide which helps students learn how to get the most out of the dictionary & a Grammar Reference which explains key points of English grammar The Collins COBUILD Intermediate Learner's Dictionary provides invaluable guidance on the English language & is the complete reference tool for learners of English

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Collins Complete DIY Manual has sold over 3 million copies & is the most comprehensive & authoritative DIY manual ever produced For novices DIY enthusiasts or professionals this essential book continues to be the most in-depth up-to-date & user-friendly DIY book on the market covering everything from decorating & repairs to electricity plumbing & much more This fully updated version features an even more accessible design to help you navigate easily through the info & thousands of new photographs & illustrations to make sure you get your job done quickly & safely There have been many changes to regulations in recent years particularly in electricity (the new Part P legislation & changes to cable colours)
- the Manual not only lists but also clearly explains these new regs & helps you work with them & as we all become much more conscious of the environmental impact our homes have new material on energy-saving DIY is essential reading for any householder
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The definitive easy-to-follow guide to plumbing & heating repairs in your home An extension of the international bestselling Collins Complete DIY Manual this br&-new edition is packed with user-friendly photos & is fully updated with the latest information about tools products & regulations Whether repairing a leaking tap or installing a new shower Collins Complete Plumbing & Heating is the indispensable tool to help you get the job done well
- & keep costs to a minimum Contents include Emergency repairs Taps sinks & kitchen appliances Toilets baths & showers Boilers & radiators Identifying faults & maintenance Safety tips Tools for the job
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This grammar of Irish offers learners a clear & easy-to-understand guide to help with Irish exam revision For all those learning Irish at school work or home this book provides easily accessible information in an attractively presented layout Key grammatical points are highlighted throughout as a means of reinforcement In addition a full glossary gives clear explanations of grammatical terminology All the regular verb forms & conjugations & the most common tenses of irregular verbs are shown in full An index contains hundreds of verbs which are cross-referred to their conjugation model Collins Easy Learning Irish Grammar explains the essential points of Irish grammar using simple language throughout Hundreds of examples of real Irish illustrate clearly the grammatical points being made ...

Learn how to write 250 of the commonest Chinese characters with stroke by stroke guidance on every page With thousands of characters to learn beginning to read & write Chinese is a daunting task Aimed at learners this book takes you through 250 of the commonest characters in a clear & accessible way The meaning of every character is explained along with information about its radical the compound words it can form its history & more There is a practice grid on every page showing how the character is written with space for you to practise writing the character for yourself It is generally agreed that learners of Chinese need a working knowledge of about 100 characters in order to make themselves at all understood & to travel in China so Easy Learning Chinese Characters is a great place to start ...

Two books in one a modern dictionary with all the words phrases & definitions you need for every day use & the jargon-free grammar section clarifies all your questions on the English language Especially tailored to meet your needs at home school & in the office with comprehensive definitions & word tips to provide help with English usage It also contains the very latest words to enter the language & extra notes in the dictionary help you choose the right word every time Complementing the dictionary is a full Grammar of English written by the Editor of Fowler's Dictionary of Modern English Usage where you will find all the answers to any doubts you might have on English grammar & usage ...