The Dictionary of Cricket (Oxford reference)

MICHAEL RUNDELL

Reference

Oxford Paperbacks

The language of cricket is as complex as the game itself--quite a statement, given that Americans are, on the whole, mystified by the sport. But now, anyone wishing to appear literate and informed in the presence of skilled batsmen can turn to The Dictionary of Cricket for an indispensableguide to the language and the game. Readers of this definitive and delightful mixture of history, etymology, and social comment will be able to amaze their friends with astute asides incorporating such terms as "featherbed" (a very easy-paced wicket offering no encouragement to the bowlers and providing favorable batting conditions), "Kookaburra ball" (a hard, resilient type of cricket ball widely used in Australia), and "boot hill" (a very close fielding position in front of the wicket, such as "silly point" or "forward short leg"). Providing full and clear definitions of each item, supported by extensive and entertainingexamples of its use, The Dictionary offers coverage of historical and present day cricket terms; quotations from a wide vareity of sources, including newspapers from around the world as far back as the 18th century; technical, historical, and legal information relating to a term; and--invaluable forrecent converts--ample line drawings to illustrate key concepts, particularly those relating to rules of play or techniques. Whether or not they know a "googly" from a "yorker," The Dictionary of Cricket will bowl over anyone with an interest in international sport and British culture.

The Dictionary of Cricket

Oxford Univ Pr (Sd)

Macmillan English Dictionary

MACMILLAN

<p>Esta nueva edición de libro ofrece los alumnos un apoyo para sus habilidades de inglés general</p>

Dictionaries & Thesauruses

Macmillan Education Ltd.

This is a two-colour dictionary and CD-ROM for intermediate learners. The 3500 most important words to learn are higlighted in red and graded for frequency of use. "Menus" in entries with five or more senses guide the reader to the meaning wanted. There is a 24-page "language study" section on key areas such as pronunciation and collocation and wordbuilding help learners improve their English.

Macmillan Essential Dictionary for Intermediate Learners: American Edition

Gwyneth Fox

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Macmillan Education

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