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The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory (Reference Books)

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by: J.A. Cuddon

September 13, 1999
The book is detailed in places; however there are some key terms and definitions missing. After reading the reviews I was disappointed and it's certainly not a definitive book for undergraduate level. Although it is useful at times, it's not always going to be there for you. I would recommend looking elsewhere

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"Doctor Who" Encyclopedia (Doctor Who (BBC Hardcover))

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by: Gary Russell

October 04, 2007
Given this as a Christmas present, I was not immediately inspired, however I did dip into it and found myself rather hooked!
As a reference book it is wonderful- all those little things that you weren't sure about... all those things you were wondering...
How does that work?
Who was he?
How did he do that?
Which episode did that happen?
What does a Compact Laser Deluxe do? Who had one, and, you know... Where?!
Get all your questions answered and more in this neat, beautifully illustrated guide to the world that is uniquely Doctor Who!
The entire book it dedicated to every useful, and er, not so useful fact that is Doctor who. Who knows what happened in 1336 with the doctor, Rose and Captain Jack? What was ... Read More:

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The Oxford Guide to Literary Britain and Ireland

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from: OUP Oxford

June 12, 2008
The new edition of The Oxford Guide to Literary Britain & Ireland is an indispensable travel companion, both for explorers and armchair travellers alike. Nearly 2,000 places - villages, towns, cities, and landscapes - are referred to, inviting readers to explore connections with their favourite writers, from where they were born and lived, to where they worked and found inspiration for their writing. In this new edition you can find living authors, as well as all the classics, so from Chaucer, to Jane Austen, to Philip Pullman, you can take a literary journey through history to the present day.

The book is neatly organised by region, and then indexed by writers and place names so it's quite easy to find what you're looking for. Glancing through ... Read More:

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The Concise Dictionary of Literary Terms (Oxford Paperback Reference)

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by: Chris Baldick

April 08, 2004
The new edition of The Oxford Guide to Literary Britain & Ireland is an indispensable travel companion, both for explorers and armchair travellers alike. Nearly 2,000 places - villages, towns, cities, and landscapes - are referred to, inviting readers to explore connections with their favourite writers, from where they were born and lived, to where they worked and found inspiration for their writing. In this new edition you can find living authors, as well as all the classics, so from Chaucer, to Jane Austen, to Philip Pullman, you can take a literary journey through history to the present day.

The book is neatly organised by region, and then indexed by writers and place names so it's quite easy to find what you're looking for. Glancing through ... Read More:

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The Oxford Companion to English Literature

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from: OUP Oxford

June 22, 2006
i found this book extremely useful when I need to get a brief synopsis of some literature or writer, not only does it tell the story but it also offers a brief analysis. It is also useful if you need to quickly refresh your memory of some literature or if you need to compare some works. a bit heavy to carry around but for home study you couldn't wish for more.

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Patrick O'Brian's Navy: The Illustrated Companion to Jack Aubrey's World

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by: Richard O'Neill

August 14, 2003
This book is good and the illustrations and photos are great but it really seems as if the book was written as a generic guide to the Royal navy and then they added on the Jack Aubrey stuff later on. There is no real understanding of Aubrey and Maturin and the books in the series - it's a bit generic. Pity

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Studying Poetry (Studying...Series)

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by: Stephen Matterson, Darryl Jones

February 25, 2000
This is a very good introduction to the world of poetry for undergraduates. It's easy to read and humorous, as well as informative. The authors take examples from the likes of Bruce Springsteen and the Rolling Stones to demonstrate their points, so this is not a stuffy academic book at all. Very good!

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The Oxford Dictionary of Idioms (Oxford Paperback Reference)

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by: Judith Siefring, Jennifer Speake

November 10, 2005
This is a very good introduction to the world of poetry for undergraduates. It's easy to read and humorous, as well as informative. The authors take examples from the likes of Bruce Springsteen and the Rolling Stones to demonstrate their points, so this is not a stuffy academic book at all. Very good!

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Bionicle Encyclopedia (Bionicle)

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by: Greg Farshtey

December 01, 2007
Ever wondered what a 'Mio' is? Ever wanted to know what Bionicles use as currency? If there is anything you don't know about Bionicle, this is the book for you!
This detailed encyclopaedia includes everything you need to know about the mechanical world of Bionicle, from 'the Rahi' which inhabit the City of Legends, to the legendary Toa Metru.
Inside you will find out what the Rahagas' past was like, and go face to face with the monstrous Zivon.
The book also includes charts stating what the different Rahkshi can do as well as plenty more.
Large format, 128 good quality pages, clearly laid out in alphabetical order interspersed with pictures, and includes 30 colourful stickers.

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Passing Time in the Loo: v. I (Compact Classics)

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from: Scarab Book Ltd

July 21, 2005
I cant be sure if this book is trying to be funny in certain places but with suggestions such as "square dance for a change of pace" and "write a speech about what liberty means to you" I cant help but wonder if it is being comical or actually meaningful. I would suggest that this be by every loo the world over or simply in pub and living room tables and it is amazing.