This unique Guide is a rich and fascinating source of information about everything that is important in British and American culture. It explains how...
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This unique Guide is a rich and fascinating source of information about everything that is important in British and American culture. It explains how British and American people live, the sports they play, the products they buy, and past events that have shaped their lives. It makes sense of the culture behind news stories, novels and magazine articles. It's the most comprehensive guide written for learners of English.
Over 10 000 encyclopaedic entries on British and American history, literature and the arts, legends and customs, places, institutions, sport, entertainment, and everyday life.
Over 250 longer articles on topics such as education, fashion, Hollywood, humour, industry, politics, religion, and Shakespeare. 526 photographs and illustrations. 32 pages illustrated with colour photographs and maps. Suitable for learners of English at intermediate to advanced level. The ideal companion to the best-selling Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.