The Students’ Companion (Longman)

Description

No student or teacher should be without this famous reference book. Part almanack, part dictionary, The Students’ Companion is a handy encyclopaedia in one portable volume that has become a worldwide bestseller trusted by learners across generations . Published by Longman (now part of Pearson Education), this compact resource is designed to be an essential companion for students at all levels, providing quick access to a wealth of information across multiple subjects in a single, easy-to-use format that fits easily into a school bag .

This invaluable reference work contains a rich variety of content carefully curated to support academic success and general knowledge development. It includes single words for phrases and sentences to enhance vocabulary precision, figurative expressions and their explanations, and a collection of proverbs from various traditions . Students will find 100 choice quotations for special occasions, small words for big ones to simplify complex terminology, and comparisons and similes to enrich writing . The book also covers abbreviations in common use, prefixes in common use, geographical facts worth remembering, revision notes in English, general knowledge, and civics . Written by Wilfred D. Best, this New/International Edition published in 1991 runs to approximately 191-200 pages and has received glowing reviews from users worldwide who praise it as an excellent resource for both native and non-native English speakers .

• Comprehensive Coverage: Includes single words for phrases, figurative expressions, proverbs, 100 choice quotations, abbreviations, prefixes, and geographical facts all in one portable volume .

• Vocabulary Enhancement: Provides small words for big ones, comparisons and similes, and explanations of figurative expressions to enrich language skills and precision .

• General Knowledge: Contains essential sections on general knowledge, civics, and geographical facts for well-rounded learning beyond the classroom .

• Exam Revision: Offers revision notes in English and essential facts to support students in preparing for examinations at various levels .

• Worldwide Bestseller: Trusted by students and teachers globally for over three decades as an indispensable handy encyclopaedia and reference companion .

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ISBN: 9780582075177