The Cambridge Paperback Encyclopedia
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The Cambridge Paperback Encyclopedia by David Crystal
Now in its third edition, The Cambridge Paperback Encyclopedia provides in an accessible format the essential details about a wide range of subjects and people. Part of the famous family of Cambridge reference works, it offers unrivalled value for money and is already a presence in homes and classrooms internationally.
'Thousands of enlightenments … rolls up its sleeves and gets down to business …' Time Magazine
'The entries are succinct, the range formidable, and the illustrations are on the technological heights' The Independent
'Editor Crystal brings impressive credentials to the encyclopedia … Scientific and technical subjects receive considerable attention … a substantial Ready Reference section provides much compact information in tabular form on a wide range of subjects, including space exploration, the earth, major religious festivals, the nations of the world, political leaders of various countries, weights and measures, names and titles, awards, and sports.' Kister's Best Encyclopedias (USA)
' … the essential facts are instantly available … better written, more concise and intelligent.' The Daily Telegraph
' … a massive production and very thorough … the work is to be praised as a triumph of publishing technology as well as for sheer intelligence and rigour of co-operation between Crystal and his associates.' Anthony Burgess
'The entries are succinct, the range formidable, and the illustrations are on the technological heights' The Independent
'Editor Crystal brings impressive credentials to the encyclopedia … Scientific and technical subjects receive considerable attention … a substantial Ready Reference section provides much compact information in tabular form on a wide range of subjects, including space exploration, the earth, major religious festivals, the nations of the world, political leaders of various countries, weights and measures, names and titles, awards, and sports.' Kister's Best Encyclopedias (USA)
' … the essential facts are instantly available … better written, more concise and intelligent.' The Daily Telegraph
' … a massive production and very thorough … the work is to be praised as a triumph of publishing technology as well as for sheer intelligence and rigour of co-operation between Crystal and his associates.' Anthony Burgess
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| ISBN 13 | 9780521668002 |
| ISBN 10 | 052166800X |
| Title | The Cambridge Paperback Encyclopedia |
| Author | David Crystal |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 1999-09-16 |
| Number of pages | 1080 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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