Words, Meaning and Vocabulary 1st Edition: An Introduction to Modern English Lexicology
This textbook is a systematic and accessible introduction to the lexicology of modern English. Lexicology is the branch of linguistics that studies all aspects of the vocabulary of a particular language. The book provides an account of the sources of modern English words and studies the development of vocabulary over time.
How It Works Book of Did You Know? Third Edition, 2016
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How It Works Book of Did You Know? Third Edition, 2016
Is it possible to 3D print your own car from an open source design? Is there a jetpack that can fly for 30 minutes? Were the elements that make up our bodies forged inside ancient stars? Can you listen to music through your skull? All these questions and more are answered inside the pages of this book, so you can pursue knowledge like never before. What do you know?
“Writing an essay is like catching a wave,” posits guest editor Ariel Levy. “To catch a wave, you need skill and nerve, not just moving water.” This year’s writers are certainly full of nerve, and have crafted a wide range of pieces awash in a diversity of moods, voices, and stances. Leaving an abusive marriage, parting with a younger self, losing your sanity to Fitbit, and even saying goodbye to a beloved pair of pants imbued with meaning are all unified by the daring of their creation. As Levy notes, “Writing around an idea you think is worthwhile—an idea you suspect is an insight—requires real audacity.”
Television reporters are some of the most recognizable faces and personalities in our community. We tune in to hear about everything from local weather to major world events. This title helps children learn more about the fast-paced career of TV journalism and gives them a glimpse of the amazing work reporters do even when the camera isn't rolling.
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All About Space Annual Volume 4
Mankind has gone to great lengths to explore space. It is a natural curiosity that has led us to build incredible machines and push the boundaries of what we thought was possible. In the All About Space Annual Volume 4, you'll find a collection of the best articles from the last year of All About Space magazine. From the incredible space experiments and record-breaking astronauts to multiverse theories and the hunt for wormholes, this is the perfect book for any space fan.