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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
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  • The Little Book of Jane Austen: A Witty Collection of Universally Acknowledged Truths by Oh
    The Little Book of Jane Austen: A Witty Collection of Universally Acknowledged Truths
    It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen never goes out of style. Jane Austen's much-loved novels vividly describe 19th-century society. But they are also timeless classics that continue to enjoy wild popularity 200 years after the author's death. Her delightfully quotable observations...
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  • The Handy Law Answer Book by Hudson, David L.
    The Handy Law Answer Book
    Courtrooms and contracts. Legal claims and criminal cases. The legal system can be complex, but you'll be at an advantage with this enlightening guide by your side! Understanding the law and navigating the legal system has never been more important. From the day you...
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  • The Gospel of Thomas: The Hidden Sayings of Jesus by Meyer, Marvin W.
    The Gospel of Thomas: The Hidden Sayings of Jesus
    A fresh, authoritative English translation, with an informative introduction, fascinating explanatory notes, and the Coptic text, with interpretation by Harold Bloom, our pre-eminent literary critic. Author: Marvin W. MeyerPublisher: HarperOnePublished: 04/27/2004Pages: 160Binding Type: HardcoverWeight: 0.64lbsSize: 8.58h x 5.80w x 0.69dISBN: 9780060655815About the AuthorMeyer, Marvin...
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  • The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language by Valli, Clayton
    The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language
    Created by an unparalleled board of experts led by renowned ASL linguist and poet Clayton Valli, The Gallaudet Dictionary of American Sign Language contains over 3,000 illustrations. Each sign illustration, including depictions of fingerspelling when appropriate, incorporates a complete list of English synonyms. A...
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  • The Exuma Guide: A Cruising Guide to the Exuma Cays by Pavlidis, Stephen J.
    The Exuma Guide: A Cruising Guide to the Exuma Cays
    This is the new 4th Edition of The Exuma Guide, a cruising guide for all of the Exuma Cays, including the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. It includes every harbor, cove, pass, and anchorage as well as every major reef and sand bank...
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  • The Emerald Tablet of Hermes by Trismegistus, Hermes
    The Emerald Tablet of Hermes
    An Unabridged Edition to include the following with Glory of the World (The Emerald Table) and The Divine Pymander (Hermes Trismegistus, His First Book) at book's end: History of the Tablet - Translations From: Jabir Ibn Hayyan - German of Ruska - Twelfth Century...
    $27.85 AUD
    $27.85 AUD
  • The Elements Magnet Set: With Complete Periodic Table! by Gray, Theodore
    The Elements Magnet Set: With Complete Periodic Table!
    Display and play with the building blocks of life with The Elements Magnet Set!Based on the iconic images from Theodore Gray's bestselling book The Elements, this beautiful magnet set is the perfect way to add a little atomic flair at work and home. Spell...
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  • The Dragons of Eden: Speculations on the Evolution of Human Intelligence by Sagan, Carl
    The Dragons of Eden: Speculations on the Evolution of Human Intelligence
    "A history of the human brain from the big bang, fifteen billion years ago, to the day before yesterday . . . It's a delight."--The New York Times Dr. Carl Sagan takes us on a great reading adventure, offering his vivid and startling insight...
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  • The Deserts of California: A California Field Atlas by Kaufmann, Obi
    The Deserts of California: A California Field Atlas
    A magnificent illustrated journey into California's famed deserts and the astonishingly abundant life they contain.2023 Glenn Goldman Award Winner for California Lifestyle, Chosen by the California Independent Booksellers AllianceA San Francisco Chronicle Bestseller!From Obi Kaufmann, author-illustrator of the best-selling California Field Atlas, comes a...
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  • The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks by Various
    The Desert Fathers: Sayings of the Early Christian Monks
    The Desert Fathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the Church, they were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world...
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    $26.91 AUD
  • The Design Book by DK
    The Design Book
    Discover the key ideas, innovations, and breakthroughs in the history of design. This book is the perfect introduction to the subject. It explores and explains the big ideas and key principles behind more than 90 celebrated design concepts and movements, placing each in its...
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    $41.84 AUD
  • The Complete Slow Cooker: From Appetizers to Desserts - 400 Must-Have Recipes That Cook While You Play (Orwork) by America's Test Kitchen
    The Complete Slow Cooker: From Appetizers to Desserts - 400 Must-Have Recipes That Cook While You Play (Orwork)
    The Complete Slow Cooker is America's Test Kitchen's definitive guide to how to cook using a slow cooker. It builds on the success the test kitchen has had from years of testing and retesting slow cooker recipes and pushing the limits of what a...
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    $52.31 AUD
  • The Classic Rollei: A Definitive Guide by Phillips, John
    The Classic Rollei: A Definitive Guide
    The Classic Rollei is an indispensable guide to these world-famous cameras.The Classic Rollei is a comprehensive guide to the Rollei twin-lens reflexes cameras made between 1929 and 1981. It covers all the production models and virtually all the accessories. The book looks at the...
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    $89.70 AUD
  • The Book of Revelation Made Easier by Ridges, David J.
    The Book of Revelation Made Easier
    Now you can appreciate the book of Revelation as never before. With brief, easy to understand verse-by-verse notes, renowned educator and seasoned gospel scholar David J. Ridgesshares his highly acclaimed approach to teaching the scriptures in this volume of the award-winning Gospel Studies Series,...
    $22.41 AUD
    $22.41 AUD
  • The Book of Myself: A Do-It-Yourself Autobiography in 201 Questions by Marshall, David
    The Book of Myself: A Do-It-Yourself Autobiography in 201 Questions
    Have you ever wanted to create your own autobiography or wished you could read about the life of a relative or friend? The Book of Myself is a do-it-yourself memoir that helps you record and preserve the experiences, relationships, and lessons that define you....
    $29.90 AUD
    $29.90 AUD
  • The Art Spirit by Henri, Robert
    The Art Spirit
    A classic work of advice, criticism, and inspiration for aspiring artists and lovers of art "Art when really understood is the province of every human being." So begins The Art Spirit, the collected words, teachings, and wisdom of innovative artist and beloved teacher Robert...
    $29.88 AUD
    $29.88 AUD
  • The Art of Prayer: An Orthodox Anthology by Chariton, Igumen
    The Art of Prayer: An Orthodox Anthology
    A spiritual anthology drawn from the Greek and Russian traditions, concerned in particular with the most frequently used and best loved of all Orthodox prayers--the Jesus Prayer. Texts are taken chiefly from the letters of Bishop Theopan the Recluse, along with many other writers.Author:...
    $32.89 AUD
    $32.89 AUD
  • The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 Fact-Filled Maps! by Balkan, Gabrielle
    The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 Fact-Filled Maps!
    Explore every state of the USA from Alabama to Wyoming with these 51 charmingly illustrated infographic maps! Includes an expansive guide to the state flags and US presidents. Discover more than 2,000 facts about the people, cities, nature and historic events that have helped...
    $22.41 AUD
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  • Talk English: The Secret to Speak English Like a Native in 6 Months for Busy People by Xiao, Ken
    Talk English: The Secret to Speak English Like a Native in 6 Months for Busy People
    You have studied English for years, yet you still don't speak English well. You've tried many methods and you still make grammar mistakes, you still can't speak English fluently, and you still can't pronounce English words correctly. You can read English, but you feel...
    $11.91 AUD
    $11.91 AUD
  • Statistics: A Quickstudy Laminated Reference Guide by Mijares, John
    Statistics: A Quickstudy Laminated Reference Guide
    Essential #1 best-selling reference for more than 20 years sold in almost every college bookstore in the country. The core statistics course is a critical and difficult class for many and develops a foundation that will support use of statistics in higher level courses...
    $10.39 AUD
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Pocket reference books are perfect for on-the-go information. These compact guides cover a wide range of topics, from medical terms to historical dates. For those working on academic or professional projects, mastering the art of book citation is essential. A good style guide, such as the MLA Handbook or the Chicago Manual of Style, can help you format citations correctly.

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Q. What is the difference between a reference book and a textbook?

A. While both provide information, reference books are designed for quick and specific lookups, while textbooks offer in-depth explanations and analysis of a subject. A dictionary is a classic example of a reference book, while a college-level history book is a textbook.

Q. How can I find the right reference book for my needs?

A. Start by identifying the specific information you need. Are you looking for facts, statistics, definitions, or in-depth explanations? Once you know your goal, you can search for books with specific titles or consult a librarian for recommendations. Online booksellers often have detailed descriptions and customer reviews to help you choose.

Q. Are there online alternatives to traditional reference books?

A. Yes, there are numerous online resources that serve as digital reference books. Encyclopedias, dictionaries, and atlases are widely available online. However, printed reference books still offer advantages like offline accessibility and a tangible format for some users.

Q. How do I cite information from a reference book?

A. Citation styles vary depending on the format required (MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.). Generally, you'll need the author (if listed), title of the book, publication date, and specific page number where you found the information. Consult a style guide for precise formatting guidelines.

Q. Can I use reference books for research purposes?

A. Absolutely! Reference books are valuable tools for research. They can provide background information, statistics, definitions, and citations for further exploration. However, remember to verify information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy.

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