Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, the Collins Paperback Thesaurus & the Collins Paperback English Dictionary are the perfect reference books for everyday use. Attractively packaged in a flexible slipcase, this is the ideal box set to take your language use & knowledge further. Based on Collins 4.5-billion-word database of today`s English, & covering a vast range of words & alternatives, as well as a huge choice of opposites. You will find all the words & definitions you need, with comprehensive coverage of the language we use every day. What`s more, the helpful language notes throughout both books help you to choose the right word for your purpose, & clear, accessible layout ensures users can find the language they need when they need it. ...

The ideal word finder with a wide range of up-to-date entries, a generous choice of synonyms, & thousands of antonyms, giving unrivalled everyday language coverage for a thesaurus of its size. The hard-wearing cover makes it an ideal reference book for carrying to school or work. The perfect book for anyone stuck for words, writing essays or reports, marketing copy & work emails. This new edition provides up-to-date language coverage along with practical guidance on effective English for everyday use. All main words are in colour & the most helpful synonyms in each entry are given first & highlighted to ensure you find what you`re looking for in the shortest time. With key antonyms included for many entries & the unique supplement, Collins Pocket Thesaurus is the ideal one-stop word reference for every home & office. 128, 000 synonyms & antonyms ...

This comprehensive new field guide is an excellent addition to the world-renowned series
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South America has long been known for its bountiful flora & fauna. The richness in bird life has attracted visitors from all over the world & has helped to make South America an increasingly popular wildlife tourist spot. This major new field guide to the birds of South America covers all the passerines (perching birds), with all plumages for each species illustrated, including males, females & juveniles. The text gives information on key identification features, habitat, & songs & calls. Beautiful artwork featured across 195 colour plates appears opposite the relevant text for quick & easy reference. Distribution maps are included, showing where each species can be found & how common it is, to further aid identification. ...

The perfect introductory atlas for children aged 4-7. Produced in consultation with teachers, the First Atlas helps children to understand concepts such as scale & distance, while introducing maps with geographical features for the first time. Key Features & Benefits of Collins First Atlas: Local to Global
- the atlas takes children on a journey from a local school through maps of the UK & Europe, to maps of the world, ensuring the atlas supports a wide range of activities Atlas Speak
- simple, colourful maps with clear labelling gently introduces children to geographical vocabulary Global Views
- globes are compared to satellite images to help children understand the differences in the shape & colour of countries between globes & atlases Also available: The Collins First Whiteboard Atlas is designed for use on digital Whiteboards. Printable blank outline maps of the continents & the world are included to support classroom activities


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Featuring all flowering plants, including trees & grasses, & ferns, this br&-new field guide to the flowers of Britain & northern Europe is the most complete illustrated, single-volume guide ever published. Leading botanical artists have been specially commissioned to ensure accurate, detailed illustrations. Species are described & illustrated on the same page, with up-to-date authoritative text aiding identification. Plants are arranged by family, with their key features highlighted for quick & easy reference. The text offers a complete account of over 1, 900 wild flowers of Britain & Irel&, along with a summary of their European distribution. ` Collins Flower Guide, is an indispensable guide for all those with an interest in the countryside, whether amateur or expert. ...

Completely new, extended & rebranded edition of the leading Collins Longman Foundation Atlas. Perfectly designed for Key Stage 3 students to support & motivate them in geographical & mapping skills. Collins Foundation Atlas is a completely new & extended edition of the highly successful Collins Longman Foundation Atlas. It features 88 pages of clear, easy to read maps, satellite images, an atlas skills section & hundreds of statistics. It is an introductory atlas for secondary school students aged 11-14 designed to help students develop map, atlas & data handling skills. The content adheres closely to the requirements of the National curriculum & incorporates results of classroom testing. The Foundation Atlas has a clear & accessible layout to motivate pupils of all abilities at Key Stage 3 & S1-S2. An easy to follow introductory 'map & atlas skills' section, useful for both teacher & pupil, is followed by clear, easy to read reference maps presented with locator maps, fact boxes & flags, descriptive text, detailed map keys & photos. Carefully selected focus country studies include mapping on contrasting regions & special topics. Key country-by-country statistics are listed in a separate section & the index

Includes:: full latitude & longitude values. Colour coding of the titling & marginalia aids the identification of the sections within the atlas. The world section covers all the global issues required by the National Curriculum e.g. climate, population, earthquakes & volcanoes & a new map of Biomes.

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A handy & affordable quick reference guide for everyday French. The clear layout allows for fast & easy access when you most need it. ideal to be used on the go, at home, in the office, classroom or on holiday. Over 40, 000 words & phrases & 60, 000 translations. Designed for all those studying French who need maximum information in a handy travel format. Offers comprehensive & up-to-the-minute coverage of French & English, with additional notes warning the user of those words which are easily confused. Delivers the accuracy & reliability you expect from the Collins name. With natural, idiomatic example phrases, in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary & help to find the exact translation you want. ...

A modern French Dictionary offering excellent coverage of today`s French language, culture & usage. Clear presentation & colour make it easy to use & its handy format & durability make it your ideal companion at home, school or on your travels. Features include: * The most up-to-date words in both languages from a wide range of areas. * Full GCSE coverage, to give students exam confidence * An in-depth ” French in Focus” supplement containing information about French language & culture to enhance your learning * A ” French verb tables” supplement which features the most common irregular verbs & examples of verbs in use Whether you`re on business, holiday or just learning French at your own pace, this dictionary is designed to give you all the information you need in a handy yet robust format. It

Includes:: all the latest words as well as features you would expect from a Collins dictionary: an easy-to-read colour layout, special treatment of ”key words”, notes about life in French-speaking countries, & warnings on common errors & faux amis. The ” French in Focus” supplement helps you to develop your knowledge & confidence in the language, with a section on common translation difficulties to be aware of. There is information on pronunciation & improving your fluency, as well as on how to use French in different situations, like sending an email or making a phone call. The supplement also gives you an insight into Francophone life. 40, 000 words & phrases, 60, 000 translations

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The sixth title in the bestselling Collins Guide series, this book covers the fungi of the British Isles, with considerable relevance for Europe & the wider temperate world. Leading mycological artists have been specially commissioned to ensure accurate, detailed illustrations. Where possible, species are described & illustrated on the same page, with up-to-date authoritative text aiding identification. Nearly 2, 400 species are illustrated in full colour, with detailed notes on how to correctly identify them, including details of similar, confusing species. Illustrations of young & mature fruiting bodies are included where necessary, & key features are highlighted for quick & easy reference. Written by one of Europe`s leading mycologists & horticultural scientists, Stefan Buczacki, & illustrated by two of the world`s leading natural history illustrators, Chris Shields & Denys Ovenden, this is the ultimate field guide for mushroom & toadstool lovers. ...