300 Most Important Chess Positions by Thomas Engqvist

$32.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries

An International Master's guide to the essential positions and strategies in chess.  A great little book of understanding the most important chess positions in the opening of a game, the middle game and the endgame. It cuts to the chase on the most useful positions at all those stages. Perfect for players who want to reach a higher level but don't have time to sit for hours and hours each week in less productive study.  Divided into three sections, it comprises section 1, The 50 Most Important Openings (covering 50 openings), section 2. The 150 Most important Middle Game Positions and section 3. The 100 Most important Endgame Positions. For example, the Endgame section has chapters on pawn endings, knightt endings, etc. The Middle game chapters are arranged by positional themes. Each numbered position can be seen as a test yourself quiz (with answers given below the diagrams) to help cement positional understanding. Since it is advisable to repeat the positions from time to time this book can be your life-long companion, enabling you to dramatically increase your positional chess understanding.  An essential strategy book by a Swedish International Master. ...Show more

ABC Dictionary by Irene Yates

$12.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: Collins Primary Dictionaries | Reading Level: Children's - Grade 3-4, Age 8-9

Designed to help children develop their vocabulary and learn to recognise whole words, this delightful book makes an ideal first ABC dictionary for young children on the threshold of learning to read. It is beautifully illustrated by award winning artist Chris Fisher (Parents Magazine Gold Award, 1998). ...Show more

After Dinner Amusements Do You Remember? : 50 Questions to Share Memories by Chronicle Books (COR)

$14.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: After Dinner Amusements

After Dinner Amusements offer a fun little twist on classic party games. Each miniature deck of cards is packaged in a full-colour decorative tin box, charmingly evoking the look of after dinner mints! Compact and eye-catching, they're the perfect pocket-sised games to bring to any party and to add on t o any gift. The Do You Remember? game features 50 thought-provoking questions about players' pasts to spark sweet memories and lively discussion. For 2 or more players, ages 14 and upThis season, we launch with four games:--Get Smart: 50 Trivia Questions --Do You Remember?: 50 Questions to Share Memories--Truth or Dare for Couples: 50 Questions and 50 Challenges--Family Time: 50 Conversation Starters ...Show more

After Dinner Amusements Family Time: 50 Conversation Starters

$14.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: After Dinner Amusements

After Dinner Amusements offer a fun little twist on classic party games. Each miniature deck of cards is packaged in a full-colour decorative tin box, charmingly evoking the look of after dinner mints! Compact and eye-catching, they're the perfect pocket-sised games to bring to any party and to add on t o any gift. The Family Time game features 50 thoughtful and playful questions about the past, present, and future--sure to inspire great family conversations!For 2 or more playersThis season, we launch with four games:--Get Smart: 50 Trivia Questions--Do You Remember?: 50 Questions to Share Memories --Truth or Dare for Couples: 50 Questions and 50 Challenges--Family Time: 50 Conversation Starters ...Show more

After Dinner Amusements Truth or Dare for Couples: 50 Questions and Challenges by Chronicle Books Staff (Created by)

$14.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: After Dinner Amusements Ser.

With fifty naughty truths and fifty challenging dares, this game is perfect for couples looking for delectable after-dinner fun

Armchair Sudoku Shaped Trivia by Parragon

$7.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries

Australian Concise Oxford Dictionary PB 6ed by Oxford Dictionary

$41.95 AUD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: Australian Dictionaries/Thesauruses/Reference

The Australian Concise Oxford Dictionary is a compact and comprehensive dictionary for Australian users. It presents those words that are current and relevant in the Australian context. No other Australian dictionary can claim its authority.The sixth edition draws on the most authoritative research into international English and Australian English. The dictionary was fully edited at the Australian National Dictionary Centre in Canberra-the world's leading research centre into the Australian English lexicon. Through Oxford University Press, the editors, Mark Gwynn and Amanda Laugesen, had access to the most comprehensive-and continually updated-database of the English language as it is used worldwide, the same database that informs the twenty-volume Oxford English Dictionary.Through the Centre, the editors also had access to the largest citation database of Australian English, the source of Oxford's Australian National Dictionary (second edition published in 2016). The sixth edition of the Australian Concise Oxford Dictionary heralds a new era in Australian lexicography.Key featuresUnmatched coverage of Australian English words, usage, etymology and pronunciation for a dictionary of its sizeSuitable for school, home and the officeComprehensive coverage with over 99,000 headwordsUp-to-date Australian content ...Show more

Australian Sign Language by Trevor Johnston; Adam Schembri

$76.95 AUD

Category: Dictionaries

This is first comprehensive introduction to the linguistics of Auslan, the sign language of Australia. Assuming no prior background in language study, it explores each key aspect of the structure of Auslan, providing an accessible overview of its grammar (how sentences are structured), phonology (the bu ilding blocks of signs), morphology (the structure of signs), lexicon (vocabulary), semantics (how meaning is created), and discourse (how Auslan is used in context). The authors also discuss a range of myths and misunderstandings about sign languages, provide an insight into the history and development of Auslan, and show how Auslan is related to other sign languages, such as those used in Britain, the USA and New Zealand. Complete with clear illustrations of the signs in use and useful further reading lists, this is an ideal resource for anyone interested in Auslan, as well as those seeking a clear, general introduction to sign language linguistics. ...Show more

Bantam Crossword Dictionary by Jerome Fried (Designed by); Walter D. Glanze

$11.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries

Over 50,000 clues, over 160,000 solutions--more clues, more solutions than any other book in America. Plus unique long-word finder--makes the tough spots easy to solve! Completely alphabetical, comprehensive, up to the minute, here's the new indispensable crossword puzzle dictionary, the one invaluable guide to solving the most difficult puzzles--including competitions. Arranged for quick and easy reference, it's the crossword fan's home and traveling companion, the best in the U.S.A. ...Show more

Best Ever Sudoku: With 365 Challenging Puzzles

$14.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries

Are you looking for an enjoyable way to relax, whilst also sharpening your mind? If so, then completing a puzzle each day from Best Ever Sudoku is a perfect way to start! Put your logic and problem-solving skills to the test with 365 sudoku puzzles and watch your skills improve, too, as you work through the three difficulty levels, ensuring you're always challenged. ...Show more

Best Ever Word Search: With 365 Challenging Puzzles

$14.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries

Are you looking for an enjoyable way to relax, whilst also sharpening your mind? If so, then completing a puzzle each day from Best Ever Word Search is a perfect way to start! Put your word-finding skills to the test with 365 word search puzzles and watch your skills improve, too, as you work through th e three difficulty levels, ensuring you're always challenged. ...Show more

Big Book of Crosswords by Parragon

$9.99 AUD

Category: Dictionaries | Series: 500 Puzzles