Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases

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Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases is a comprehensive reference book that organises words and phrases by their meanings, offering a rich tapestry of synonyms, antonyms, and related concepts. Initially devised by Peter Mark Roget, it supports writers, students, and anyone looking to expand their vocabulary, by providing easy access to alternatives in expression and language enhancement. Its categorical structure aids in finding the perfect word to convey precise nuances in any context.
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Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases

A reference work for those looking for help in order to write a letter, prepare a speech, solve a crossword, or write any manner of prose or poem. It includes various buzzwords and phrases, information about signs of the zodiac and the origins of familiar quotations.

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Roget's Thesaurus ranks as one of the greatest English language reference works, used for generations by anyone looking for help in order to write a letter, prepare a speech, solve a crossword, or write any manner of prose or poem.

Its sales now exceed 32 million copies. This edition has been revised and updated to include all the latest buzzwords and phrases.

In addition, this new edition of Roget's Thesaurus contains useful panels of additional information that include such nuggets of information as signs of the zodiac and the origins of familiar quotations that have become an integral part of our everyday language.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140515039

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 August 2004

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Edited by George Davidson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 574g

Pages: 848

About the Author

Peter Mark Roget created a classed catalogue of words on a small scale in 1805 for his own use as a writer and lecturer. However, it was only after retiring from the duties of Secretary of the Royal Society that he was able to amplify the volume and create the now famous 1852 edition. Since then, Roget's Thesaurus has been updated many times, but Roget's original classification system for the book has stood the test of time and is still used today. George Davidson is a highly experienced editor and lexicographer, and a former senior editor at Chambers Harrap. He edited the 150th anniversary edition of Roget and is currently writing a Pocket Roget Thesaurus. He lives in Edinburgh.

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