After being given two magical figs that make his dreams come true, Monsieur Bibot sees his plans for future wealth upset by his long-suffering dog.

Includes definitions, explanatory photographs and illustrations, and guidelines for using the dictionary.

An illustrated reference book including an A-Z vocabulary listing, a thesaurus, and special sections on synonyms, word histories, vocabulary builders, and phonics.

Selects one hundred words for anyone who wishes to become a more compelling communicator, including a variety of words, phrases, and expressions, along with clear definitions, etymologies, quotations, and usage examples.

Johnny goes hunting for a bearskin to hang on his family's barn and returns with a small bundle of trouble

"The American Heritage College Thesaurus offers writers a wide selection of synonyms, phrasal verbs, and idioms for precise expression and graceful turns of phrase. Each group of synonyms is preceded by a full and clearly-written definition so that the distinctions between synonym groups can be seen at a glance. Groups of synonyms are connected to related groups by easy-to-follow cross-references, allowing the reader to search more broadly in the...

This book presents more than 18,000 biographical entries, covering people from around the globe and from all periods of human history.