The average contemporary English speaker knows 50,000 words. Yet stripped down to its origins, this apparently huge vocabulary is in reality much smaller, derived from Latin, French and the Germanic languages. It is estimated that every year, 800 neologisms are added to the English language: acronyms (nimby), blended words (motel), and those taken from foreign languages (savoir-faire). Laid out in an A-Z format with detailed cross references, and written in a style that is both authoritative and accessible, Word Origins is a valuable historical guide to the English language.

Word Origins

Reference

Ayto, John

Foreign Language Study & Reference

A&C Black Business Information and Development

From the invasion of Britain by the Danes through the battle of Hastings, Agincourt and Waterloo up to the present day, this fascinating dictionary includes entries on battles, campaigns and famous commanders, as well as ranks, regiments, uniforms and weapons. The reader will find an outline of the British army since its formation in the 17th century, together with brief histories of battles and biographies of great military leaders. A handy reference source for all levels of student or enthusiast, including the general reader of historical reference and anyone with an interest in the British military.

Dictionary of British Military History

History

Usher, George

Military

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Delighting Your Customers: Delivering excellent customer service without breaking the bank (Business on a Shoestring)

MBE, Avril Owton

The Business on a Shoestring series helps small business owners grow their business imaginatively, effectively and without spending a fortune. Aimed at entrepreneurs with plenty of vision and commitment but not a lot of cash, each book is packed with ideas that really work, real-life examples, step-by-step advice and sources of further information.
Franchising is a popular option for many people who want to run their own businesses. It's a way of benefiting from the branding and reputation of an established enterprise and striking out on your own at the same time. 
This book helps you to build a successful franchise, covering issues such as: working out if franchising would suit you (and your business); understanding the pros and cons; keeping an eye on the costs; finding a potential franchise; understanding the importance of the franchise agreement; and knowing what to do if things go wrong.

Franchising: Making franchising work for you...without breaking the bank (Business on a Shoestring)

Business & Money

Clifton, Daphne

Industries

The Business on a Shoestring series helps small business owners grow their business imaginatively, effectively and without spending a fortune. Aimed at entrepreneurs with plenty of vision and commitment but not a lot of cash, each book is packed with ideas that really work, real-life examples, step-by-step advice and sources of further information.
Given a little encouragement, we can all be creative, which is good news for all small business owners. You don't need to engage expensive consultants to help you come up with great ideas, and this book shows you how. 
Full of practical advice that will help readers tap into their creative side and reach their business goals at the same time, this book will help you understand what creativity is, get to grips with the creative process and come up with ideas that will have a real impact on your bottom line.

Unleashing Your Creativity: Breaking new ground...without breaking the bank (Business on a Shoestring)

Armstrong, Janice

Business Development & Entrepreneurship

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Making an impact online: Creating a website that really works without breaking the bank (Business on a Shoestring)

O Lachtnain, Antoin

This fully revised edition includes over 8,000 words, expressions and terminology relating to the publishing and printing industries and allied trades. Topics covered are papermaking, ink, printing and binding machinery, bookselling, typesetting, desktop publishing and design, copyright, editing, commissioning, contracts, rights and electronic publishing. 
Definitions are given in clear, simple English, meaning that this dictionary is perfect for anyone wanting comprehensive information at their fingertips.

The Guardian Dictionary of Publishing and Printing (Dictionary of Publishing & Printing)

Publishing, Bloomsbury

Check Your English Vocabulary for Medicine is a workbook designed to help learners of English improve their knowledge and understanding of core medical terminology. 
The workbook includes crosswords, puzzles and word games to test and build specialist English vocabulary. The combination of self-study exercises and practical speaking activities mean that this book is ideal for both home and class-based study.

Check Your English Vocabulary for Medicine: All you need to improve your vocabulary (Check Your Vocabulary)

A & C Black Publishers

This comprehensive dictionary covers all aspects of librarianship and information and knowledge management. Designed to equip the trainee librarian or information management student with core industry terminology, this fully revised edition includes thousands of terms connected with information management, classification, cataloguing and electronic knowledge management.
 Handy supplements include proof correcting marks, classification systems, book prizes and awards, information skills, and a list of key resources on the Web.
"Clear and concise... a useful little handbook" - Library &amp; Information Update

Dictionary of Information and Library Management

Management & Leadership

Covering television, film, radio and theatre, the Dictionary of Media Studies includes thousands of words and expressions used in the media and entertainment industries. Whether someone wants to find out the definition of cinema verite or the components of a storyboard, this dictionary has all the answers. Handy supplements include details of media law in the UK, contact and circulation details for major magazines and newspapers, and a list of key media resources on the Web."Ideal for the 100,000 students of media studies at GCSE and above." Publishing News

Dictionary of Media Studies

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