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Shorter Oxford English Dictionary 6th Edition

4.4 out of 5 stars 252

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`Review from previous edition The Shorter is the Matterhorn to the great OED's Everest - elegant, awesome and marvelous to behold, differing only in size. A stupendous achievement. ' Simon Winchester, author of The Professor and the Madman`. . . truly a dictionary of global English. ' Sydney Morning Herald`The Shorter is a mine of information ' Toronto Star`. . . astonishingly good value . . . the new SOED is all that one would expect of it.' Keith Waterhouse, Daily Mail`It is a dictionary with zest . . . a rare treasure. ' Frank Devine, The Australian`The Shorter Oxford English Dictionary redefines hip.' The New York Post `Review from previous edition The Shorter is the Matterhorn to the great OED's Everest - elegant, awesome and marvelous to behold, differing only in size. A stupendous achievement. ' Simon Winchester, author of The Professor and the Madman`. . . truly a dictionary of global English. ' Sydney Morning Herald`The Shorter is a mine of information ' Toronto Star`It is a dictionary with zest . . . a rare treasure. ' Frank Devine, The Australian`Review from previous edition The Shorter is the Matterhorn to the great OED's Everest - elegant, awesome and marvelous to behold, differing only in size. A stupendous achievement. ' Simon Winchester, author of The Professor and the Madman`. . . truly a dictionary of global English. ' Sydney Morning Herald`The Shorter is a mine of information ' Toronto Star`It is a dictionary with zest . . . a rare treasure. ' Frank Devine, The Australian

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press; 6th edition (September 20, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • CD-ROM ‏ : ‎ 24 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0199231761
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0199231768
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.99 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 0.6 x 5.3 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Note: I've noticed that this review is appearing on the pages of other Shorter Oxford products, such as the CD ROM version. This review exclusively refers to the Shorter Oxford English Dictionary: Deluxe Sixth Edition. This is the leatherbound, two-volume set.---So much has been written about the scholarship of the Shorter OED that I elect not to debate it here. Nonetheless, you might be interested in the physicality of what you're buying.In a word, both the quality and the aesthetic presentation of this Deluxe Edition are extraordinary. The binding construction is first-rate, and as close to old-world craftsmanship as one might reasonably expect. (If you're familiar with Easton Press leatherbound editions; these volumes are on par. However, the OED editions lack the hubbed spines and moire fabric endsheets that are customary with Easton Press.)The paper seems to be inimitably thin - almost akin to a rice paper of some sort. You may be familiar with the razor-thin paper used in the Norton Anthology of English Literature; this is empirically similar. The pages are a bright white, and the typeface contrast is bold and clear. Unlike the Compact OED, most people can read this without a magnifying glass.For what it's worth, these volumes are printed in Italy. They are heirloom editions that may very well last a lifetime or longer. However, they are almost too nice to use as rigorously as you might be initially inclined to do. (I find myself treating my set with kid gloves. There's a strange irony here.)The Oxford blue leather bindings are tastefully stunning. Although delicate, the gold-gilded edging keeps moisture and dust away from the pages. The satin ribbon page markers are a nice touch. The slipcase is cardboard, and although sufficient for its purpose, it is less than luxurious. But overall, as a gift for a loved one or for yourself; this ensemble will not disappoint. Assuredly, you will not find a nicer dictionary from any publisher at any price. (It also helps that this happens to be the OED, albeit the Shorter.)Finally; this purchase includes a 12-month subscription to the OED Online. (Oxford sells personal subscriptions for $295.00/year.) Some libraries furnish online access for free, but for those of us who aren't so fortunate, this is a sweet perquisite.
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