Книги жанра Oxford University Press
Название: Sir Gawain and The Green Knight
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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»Sir Gawain and The Green Knight», with its intricate plot of enchantment and betrayal is probably the most skilfully told story in the whole of the English Arthurian cycle. Originating from the north-west midlands of England, it is based on two separate and very ancient Celtic motifs of the Beheading and the Exchange of Winnings, brought together by the anonymous 14th century poet. His telling comprehends a great variety of moods and modes — from the stark realism of the hunt-scenes to the delicious and dangerous bedroom encounters between Lady Bercilak and Gawain, from moments of pure lyric beauty when he evokes the English countryside in all its seasons, to authorial asides that are full of irony and puckish humour. This new verse translation uses a modern alliterative pattern which subtly echoes the music of the original at the same time as it strives for fidelity.
Название: South Sea Tales
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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The literary world was shocked when in 1889, at the height of his career, Robert Louis Stevenson announced his intention to settle permanently on the Pacific island of Samoa. His readers were equally shocked when he began to use the subject material offered by his new environment, not to promote a romance of empire, but to produce some of the most ironic and critical treatments of imperialism in nineteenth-century fiction. In these stories, as in his work generally, Stevenson shows himself to be a virtuoso of narrative styles: his Pacific fiction includes the domestic realism of `The Beach at Falesé, the folktale plots of `The Bottle Imp' and `The Isle of Voices', and the modernist blending of naturalism and symbolism in «The Ebb-Tide». But beyond their generic diversity the stories are linked by their concern with representing the multiracial society of which their author had become a member. In this collection — the first to bring together all his shorter Pacific fiction in one volume — Stevenson emerges as a witness both to the cross-cultural encounters of nineteenth-century imperialism and to the creation of the global culture which characterizes the post-colonial world.
Название: Twenty Years After
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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»Twenty Years After» (1845), the sequel to «The Three Musketeers», is a supreme creation of suspense and heroic adventure. Two decades have passed since the musketeers triumphed over Cardinal Richelieu and Milady. Time has weakened their resolve, and dispersed their loyalties. But treasons and strategems still cry out for justice: civil war endangers the throne of France, while in England Cromwell threatens to send Charles I to the scaffold. Dumas brings his immortal quartet out of retirement to cross swords with time, the malevolence of men, and the forces of history. But their greatest test is a titanic struggle with the son of Milady, who wears the face of Evil. In his Introduction to this edition David Coward sets both the author and his exciting tale in their historical and cultural contexts.
Название: Typhoon and Other Tales
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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»Typhoon», «Falk», «Amy Foster», «The Secret Sharer» The four tales in this volume share autobiographical origins in Conrad's experience at sea and his exile from Poland, the country of his birth. 'Typhoon' is the story of a steamship and her crew beset by tempest, and of the stolid captain whose dogged courage is tested to the limit. In 'Falk' a taciturn young woman is bizarrely courted by a tug-boat master who is haunted by a terrible secret. 'Amy Foster' tells of an emigrant Pole struggling to overcome isolation and prejudice in England. The final tale, 'The Secret Sharer', is Conrad's most famous short story, a masterpiece of suspense and ambiguity. Giving sanctuary to a fugitive sailor, a young sea-captain risks his ship and his command in order to save him. This revised edition uses the English first edition texts and has a new chronology and bibliography.
Название: War and Peace
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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In Russia's struggle with Napoleon, Tolstoy saw a tragedy that involved all mankind. Greater than a historical chronicle, «War and Peace» is an affirmation of life itself, `a complete picture', as a contemporary reviewer put it, `of everything in which people find their happiness and greatness, their grief and humiliation'. Tolstoy gave his personal approval to this translation, published here in a new single volume edition, which includes an introduction by Henry Gifford, and Tolstoy's important essay `Some Words about War and Peace '.
Название: Information Technology Law
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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• In-depth examination and updated information on computer related crime, including the national and international legal response • Further information on the internet, e-commerce, and the regulation of e-commerce • Detailed discussion of data protection and the clash with national security — 'the surveillance society' • Contents restructured into discrete 'Parts' and a list of the topics covered is now included at the start of each chapter to help aid reader navigation • More references to further reading on the subject are provided Are you a user of Facebook or Ebay? Do you download your music or shop online? Do you have an avatar on Second Life? Do you drive or use cash machines, and how did you book your last holiday? Aspects of information technology permeat every aspect of our lives. From websites such as Ebay and Facebook, to online music and shopping stores, to CCTV cameras, it is rare that a person is not touched by some form of IT every day. But how often do we stop and think about the legal dimension of these daily brushes with IT? Since the pioneering first publication of Internet Technology Law in 1993, both the book and the subject have become widely recognised and respected both academically and professionally. Focussing primarily on developments within the UK and EU, along with some comparative international aspects, this book provides a broad-ranging introduction and analysis of the frequently uneasy relationship between the law and IT. In this fifth edition: — the author provides an in-depth examination and update on computer related crime, including the national and international legal response — further information on the internet, e-commerce, and the regulation of e-commerce is provided — discussion of data protection and the clash with national security — 'the surveillance society' — is included This book is essential reading for undergraduates and postgraduates on law courses covering the law relating to IT, including IT law, criminal law, intellectual property, and contract law. It will also be highly valuable to business and management students, practitioners, and professionals working in the area.
Название: The Australian Modern Oxford Dictionary
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2007
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A compact, easy to use dictionary which includes a wide range of encyclopedic information. Its authority rests on extensive research into Australian English undertaken at the Australian National Dictionary Centre, as well as on the latest developments in international English. Includes many distinctive Australian words.
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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- A hardback dictionary, ideal for everyday reference at home, school, or work — Contains over 150,000 words, phrases, and definitions — Two-colour layout and accessible design help you find the information you need quickly and easily — Features all the words you need, with extensive coverage of essential vocabulary, plus the most-used technical and specialist terms — Effective English centre section, full of practical advice, helps you use language more effectively Its excellent coverage of essential English vocabulary and clear, accessible style make this revised edition of the Compact Oxford English Dictionary of Current English ideal for general everyday use. Straightforward definitions are accompanied by plenty of example sentences to show how words behave in the language. Usage notes on tricky parts of English help you distinguish between commonly confused words, such as complementary and complimentary, or forbear and forebear, as well as giving advice on grammar. The Effective English section in the centre of the dictionary is packed with advice on how to use English in a variety of situations, such as writing CVs or letters of complaint. This revised edition has been completely redesigned and now contains even more practical help with correspondence. The clear layout and attractive two-colour design enable you to find the infromation you want quickly and easily, and the uncomplicated definitions give you the most accurate picture of the language possible.
Название: Concise Oxford English Dictionary
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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• Over 240,000 words, phrases, and definitions, covering technical and scientific vocabulary as well as English from around the world • Award-winning design and layout helps you find the information you are looking for quickly • Updated with hundreds of new words and phrases, based on the latest research from the Oxford English Corpus • New centre section full of fascinating, browsable vocabulary • Hundreds of usage notes give advice on tricky vocabulary and pointers to help you improve your use of English • Selected markets only: free booklet presents the fascinating and sometimes odd stories of the origins of everyday English words and phrases The Concise Oxford English Dictionary is a world-famous bestseller, chosen by thousands of users for its up-to-date and authoritative coverage of the English language. It contains over 240,000 words, phrases, and definitions, providing meanings for everyday words including scientific and technical vocabulary, as well as English from around the world. This revised edition of the dictionary has been updated with hundreds of new words and phrases, including sub-prime, social networking, and carbon footprint. This edition also features a new centre section, with quick-reference word lists (containing, for example, lists of Unusual Words, and Onomatopoeic Words), and a revised and updated English Uncovered supplement, which presents interesting facts about the English language. The revised edition of the Concise Oxford English Dictionary also retains such popular features as the Word Histories and Usage Notes that can be found throughout the A-Z text of the dictionary. In selected markets, the Concise Oxford English Dictionary is available with a free, informative, and fun booklet about the origins of popular words and phrases.
Название: Dictionary of Finance and Banking
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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• Fully revised and updated: Over 5,100 entries — 200 new to this edition • Covers all aspects of personal and international finance, from private investments and borrowing to European and American commerce. • Recommended web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Finance and Banking companion website • Useful feature entries on areas requiring a fuller explanation, such as Financial Times Share Indexes, Bankruptcy Law, and Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) • Expanded coverage of central banking, monetary policy, and a special focus on financial institutions reflecting recent developments in this area New to this edition • Fully revised and updated with 200 new words added to this edition • Feature panels with full explanations of topical and complex terms, e.g. Financial Times Share Indexes. • Recommended web links for many entries, accessible via the Dictionary of Finance and Banking companion website • Expanded coverage of central banking, monetary policy, and a special focus on financial institutions reflecting recent developments in this area
Название: A Dictionary of Economics
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2009
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An authoritative and comprehensive dictionary containing 2,500 key economic terms with clear, concise definitions. It covers all aspects of economics including economic theory, applied microeconomics and macroeconomics, labour economics, public economics and public finance, monetary economics, environmental economics, and many others. There is strong coverage of international trade and many entries on economic organizations and institutions from around the world. This edition contains expanded coverage of common econometric concepts and highlights major theoretical concepts including agency, competition, equilibrium. Fully revised and updated, this edition now features recommended web links at entry level. These links are a valuable source of extra information and they are conveniently accessed and kept up to date via the Dictionary of Economics companion web page. The new appendix of institutional acronyms provides details for each organization, including the website of each to aid further research. With an A-Z format, this book is as ideal for browsing as it is useful for quick reference, and it remains an essential guide for students and teachers of economics, business, and finance, as well as professional economists and anyone who has to deal with economic data.
Название: Framework Science: Students' Book Year 7
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2002
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• Framework Science helps students to meet appropriate, challenging expectations • Framework Science ensures paced progression from KS2 through KS3 • Framework Science encourages students' engagement with science • Framework Science brings about a transformation of the teaching and learning experience First came the National Curriculum, then the QCA Scheme of Work. Then 2002 brought the KS3 Science Framework. KS3 Science is evolving, and so are our resources, so you can be confident we are supporting you and your colleagues in your implementation of new classroom strategies. Students' Books •Designed in a format students will find friendly and accessible •Colourful, engaging text and illustrations •Key words highlighted in 'language bank' boxes
Название: Framework Science: Students' Book Year 9
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2004
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• Graduated questions on every spread • Clear diagrams help students understand concepts • Informal, yet informative style engages students' interest • Strong appealing page design and photographs • Topical science is emphasised Colourful, clear, differentiated, and student-friendly, the student's book will form the heart of the lesson. Carefully designed textbooks which combine an attractive, motivating approach which will interest all students. It is perfectly in line with the approach and content of the Framework and QCA Scheme of Work. • Differentiated into spreads for All A, Most M, and Some S (more able) — following Scheme of Work guidelines • Each chapter matches a Scheme of Work unit • Attractive and colourful double-page spreads • Lots of examples of topical science are included — as recommended by the Framework • Identifies the yearly teaching objectives covered in each unit and later provides self-assessment on them
Название: Framework Science: Students' Book Year 8
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2003
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• Graduated questions on every spread • Clear diagrams help students understand concepts • Informal, yet informative style engages students' interest • Strong appealing page design and photographs • Topical science is emphasised Colourful, clear, differentiated, and student-friendly, the Student's Book will form the heart of the lesson. Carefully designed textbooks which combine an attractive, motivating approach which will interest all students. It is perfectly in line with the approach and content of the Framework and QCA Scheme of Work. • Differentiated into spreads for All A, Most M, and Some S (more able) — following Scheme of Work guidelines • Each chapter matches a Scheme of Work unit • Attractive and colourful double-page spreads • Lots of examples of topical science are included — as recommended by the Framework • Identifies the yearly teaching objectives covered in each unit and later provides self-assessment on them
Название: Oxford Concise Colour Medical Dictionary
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2007
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This best-selling and market-leading dictionary contains over 11,000 clear and concise entries, covering all aspects of medical science. Written by a team of medical experts, the entries are accessible and jargon-free, and complemented by over 140 illustrations and diagrams. Now in its 4th edition, the dictionary has been fully revised and updated to cover changes in this fast-moving field. Entries on techniques and equipment, drugs, general medical practice, health service organization, and treatment have all been reviewed, and updated where necessary. The dictionary has also been expanded in many areas, notably medical ethics, clinical governance, emergency medicine, pathology, and diagnosis. Selling over 650,000 copies in previous editions, this is an indispensable reference guide for students, as well as those working in the medical and allied professions. It is also an invaluable home reference guide for the general reader.
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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This updated collection offers a vivid picture of the world in the 21st century, against a backdrop of the landmark events leading up to it. From Catherine Tate and The Simpsons to Mother Teresa and Winston Churchill, Modern Quotations charts the ebbs and flows of popular culture as well as marking the key voices and watersheds for our time. An authoritative look-up reference, and an enjoyable source for browsing: the perfect gift. New quotations include: 'You tried your best, and you failed miserably. The lesson is, never try.' [Homer Simpson] Matt Groening 'I ain't a communist necessarily, but I been in the red all my life.' Woody Guthrie 'I don't eat anything with a face.' Linda McCartney 'Never stop because you are afraid — you are never so likely to be wrong.' Fridtjof Nansen 'I watch where the cosmetics industry is going and then walk in the opposite direction.' Anita Roddick 'I wish I had invented blue jeans.' Yves Saint Laurent 'Fame vaporizes, money goes with the wind, and all that's left is character.' O. J. Simpson
Название: The Oxford Dictionary of Philosophy
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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This best-selling dictionary is written by one of the most famous philosophers of our time, and it is widely recognized as the best dictionary of its kind. Comprehensive and authoritative, it covers every aspect of philosophy from Aristotle to Zen. With clear and concise definitions, it provides lively and accessible coverage of not only Western philosophical traditions, but also themes from Chinese, Indian, Islamic, and Jewish philosophy. Entries include over 500 biographies of famous and influential philosophers, in-depth analysis of philosophical terms and concepts, and a chronology of philosophical events stretching from 10,000 BC to the present day. The first edition of this dictionary became a market-leader and a standard work of reference, selling over 100,000 copies. Now the author, Professor Simon Blackburn, has revised it to include web links which provide up-to-date and valuable extra information via the Dictionary of Philosophy companion website. Fully cross-referenced and containing over 3,000 alphabetical entries, it is the ideal introduction to philosophy for anyone with an interest in the subject, and it is an indispensable work of reference for students and teachers.
Название: Oxford Dictionary of Current English
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2006
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The Oxford Dictionary of Current English provides full and up-to-date coverage of English. Definitions are written avoiding technical jargon, so that they are clear and easy to understand. — Over 120,000 words, phrases and definitions — Fully up-to-date new edition with the latest vocabulary — Hundreds of new spelling notes to help with tricky words that are commonly misspelled — Extra usage notes give advice on good English, and help with pronunciation of difficult words
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2007
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• Contains 50,000 cross-curricular words and phrases, including technical vocabulary, for the student aged 14+ years • Includes 10,000 word origins, synonyms and usage notes • Handy format for use at home and at school • Comprehensive coverage makes this an ideal secondary school reference tool • A perfect fit for supporting the renewed Framework for Y8 / Y9, and Scottish Guidelines S1/2 • Up-to-date text and clear definitions • Provides technical language from a range of subjects, making it ideal for boosting cross-curricular literacy • Synonym coverage, concentrating on providing alternatives for overused words • Free online resources to use alongside the dictionary • Sturdy binding for durability Providing comprehensive and cross-curricular coverage, the Oxford Student's Dictionary is perfect for taking students through their GCSEs and on to A Level.
Название: Pocket Fowler's Modern English Usage
Жанр: Oxford University Press
Год: 2008
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This invaluable reference work offers the best advice on English usage, drawing on the unrivalled resources of Oxford's English Dictionaries programme and language monitoring. This second edition of the 'Pocket Fowler' harks back to the original 1926 edition of A Dictionary of Modern English Usage by Henry Fowler, born 150 years ago in 1858. Updated with the use of the Oxford English Corpus, a database of over two billion words of 21st century English, the new edition answers your most frequently asked questions about language use. Should you use a split infinitive or a preposition at the end of a sentence? Is it infer or imply? Who or whom? What are the main differences between British and American English? Over 4,000 entries offer clear recommendations on issues of grammar, pronunciation, spelling, confusable words, and written style. Real examples are drawn from classic and contemporary literary sources, newspapers and magazines, and the Internet. Pocket Fowler's Modern English Usage is an indispensable companion for anyone who wants to use the English language effectively.
