Roget's Thesaurus of English Words And Phrases by Kirkpatric Betty

Roget's Thesaurus of English Words And Phrases by Kirkpatric Betty

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An updated edition of this reference work which reflects the huge changes that language has undergone over the last decade. The original structure of the book is maintained, giving access to not only synonyms but related thoughts, feelings and topics. Originally published in 1852.

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Roget's Thesaurus of English Words And Phrases by Kirkpatric Betty

Roget's Thesaurus has sold over 32 million copies since the original edition was published in 1852. It has become the indispensable companion for generations of English speakers and writers. It is firmly established as the authoritative reference work for improving command, creative usage and enjoyment of English. Now updated for the first time in ten years, this edition reflects the huge changes language has undergone in that time. The original structure of the book is maintained and it gives easy access to not only synonyms but related thoughts, feelings and topics.
Betty Kirkpatrick was editor of the Chambers Twentieth Century Dictionary and reference Director at Chambers Books for six years before embarking on a freelance career. This has included editing the last edition of Roget's Thesaurus, writing a weekly column for the Glasgow Herald and editing and writing a wide variety of major reference works. She now lives in Edinburgh.
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ISBN 13 9780140277364
ISBN 10 0140277366
Title Roget's Thesaurus of English Words And Phrases
Author Kirkpatric Betty
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Year published 1998-08-06
Number of pages 1440
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.