The Macquarie Concise Thesaurus
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Book: Good
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Pages: Tanning and foxing
For any writer, student, or professional seeking the perfect word, The Macquarie Concise Thesaurus stands as an indispensable companion to the English language as it is spoken and written in Australia. Compiled under the editorial direction of Richard Tardif, this authoritative reference work presents an extensive and carefully organised collection of synonyms, antonyms, and related terms, all grounded in the distinctive vocabulary of Australian English. Each entry is structured for clarity and ease of use, allowing readers to navigate with precision from common everyday terms to more specialised vocabulary. Rooted in the distinguished tradition of the Macquarie Dictionary series — long regarded as the definitive record of Australian English — this thesaurus argues, through its very comprehensiveness, that language is a living, evolving system that demands a reference tool equal to its complexity. The Macquarie Library's commitment to linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance is evident on every page, making this volume as essential to the Australian bookshelf as a dictionary itself. Whether you are crafting a legal brief, polishing a novel, or simply searching for a more precise expression, this thesaurus promises to sharpen your command of the language — leaving you wondering how you ever wrote without it.
Author: Richard Tardif
Format: Hardback
Genre: Reference & language
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good condition
Pages: Tanning and foxing
For any writer, student, or professional seeking the perfect word, The Macquarie Concise Thesaurus stands as an indispensable companion to the English language as it is spoken and written in Australia. Compiled under the editorial direction of Richard Tardif, this authoritative reference work presents an extensive and carefully organised collection of synonyms, antonyms, and related terms, all grounded in the distinctive vocabulary of Australian English. Each entry is structured for clarity and ease of use, allowing readers to navigate with precision from common everyday terms to more specialised vocabulary. Rooted in the distinguished tradition of the Macquarie Dictionary series — long regarded as the definitive record of Australian English — this thesaurus argues, through its very comprehensiveness, that language is a living, evolving system that demands a reference tool equal to its complexity. The Macquarie Library's commitment to linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance is evident on every page, making this volume as essential to the Australian bookshelf as a dictionary itself. Whether you are crafting a legal brief, polishing a novel, or simply searching for a more precise expression, this thesaurus promises to sharpen your command of the language — leaving you wondering how you ever wrote without it.