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Oxford Quick Reference

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Comprehensive A–Z Guides for Every Field of Study

From astronomy to zoology, the Oxford Quick Reference series is unrivalled in its scope and diversity. Covering over 100 different subjects, the Oxford Quick Reference series offer a wealth of essential information for teachers, students, and interested amateurs.

Each subject is covered in depth over thousands of A to Z dictionary-style entries, offering authoritative explanations of all the terms you're likely to encounter, including in-depth entries for broader concepts. Extras include chronologies, maps, and appendices of useful additional information. Many titles also now offer reliable and trustworthy web links which are updated via their free companion webpage.

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