This new dictionary perfectly
embodies Penguin's worldwide reputation for authority and accessibility. ^ Bringing
together the skills of Britain's foremost lexicographers and the insights of pre-eminent
specialists, it offers unparalleled in-depth coverage of every aspect of the language.
Clear, detailed definitions,
with particular emphasis on difficult concepts and meanings
Includes not only standard
English, but also scientific and technical vocabulary, specialist terms, slang, and the
English of earlier periods
Defines the latest jargon and
buzzwords
Guidance on grammar, correct
usage, spelling, and pronunciation
Examples drawn from the works
of major writers, from Shakespeare to Jane Austen to P G Wodehouse to Salman Rushdie
Contributions from leading
experts, including Richard Dawkins on evolution, Malcolm Bradbury on modernism, Geoffrey
Robertson on freedom, Helena Kennedy on feminism, and Vernon Bogdanor on devolution
ISBN: 0-14-029310-8
1644 pages