Compton's The Complete Reference Collection
Webster's New World Dictionary & Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, Encyclopedia PC CD
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1997
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Compton's. Webster's. Columbia University - the publishers you rely on for comprehensive information. Now, the best-selling reference works from these trusted publishers are integrated into one CD-ROM for a faster, more powerful resource - complete with fascinating video, animation, sound, and more.
Webster's New World Dictionary
Webster's New World Dictionary contains more than 78,000 words and terms in the English language along with their pronunciations, parts of speech, definitions, and (sometimes) usage notes.
Webster's New World Thesaurus
Webster's New World Thesaurus contains more than 21,000 words and terms in the English language along with their synonyms and, in many cases, antonyms.
The Merriam-Webster Concise Handbook for Writers
The Merriam-Webster Concise Handbook for Writers is designed to be a practical guide to the conventions of the English language in its written form. These conventions, generally referred to by writers and editors as style, include such day-to-day matters as punctuating sentences, capitalizing names and terms, using italics or underlining, spelling compound words and the plural and possessive forms of words, and deciding when to use abbreviations and numerals. This book also offers information and advice on composition and grammar and on a selection of other editing- and publishing-related topics. For each topic, the manual offers concise and comprehensive descriptions of the rules and conventions that writers and editors have developed for themselves to help them prepare copy that is clear, consistent, and attractive. Where the rules and conventions have exceptions, variations, and fine points that readers need to know of, these are also presented.
Merriam-Webster's Geographical Dictionary
Merriam-Webster's Geographical Dictionary, Third Edition, is a completely new edition of a book that first appeared in 1949 as Webster's Geographical Dictionary and was reedited to appear in 1972 as Webster's New Geographical Dictionary. During the more than four decades that have passed since the book was introduced, the world has experienced many significant historical events and economic and political developments, and a sound geographical dictionary must reflect the place-name changes attendant on them. Many of those changes were recorded in successive revisions of the first two editions, but the limitations of revisions and the magnitude of change has now made it essential to review critically the entire work and recompose the book in a new edition.
World History: A Dictionary of Important People, Places and Events
World History is an up-to-date general reference dictionary for history from the beginnings of civilization to such recent events as the birth of democracy in the former Soviet Union, the Cold War's sudden end, and Germany's reunification. With this single volume, the reader gains ready access to a staggering amount of factual information. Virtually all the important people, events, nations, and empires throughout history are included, plus legions of the lesser known as well.
In all, the book contains nearly 10,000 concisely written text entries, plus approximately 135 historical outlines that include more than 7,000 arranged text entries and chronologically arranged historical outlines is what makes the dictionary both versatile and different from other general history references.
The Columbia University Complete Home Medical Guide
This Third Revised Edition of The Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeions Complete Home Medical Guide reflects many of the changes that have taken place in American medicine since publication of the first edition in 1985. Although our goal - namely, to provide you with a comprehensive home reference that teaches you about your body in sickness and health - remains unchanged, we are placing increased emphasis on disease prevention and your role in maintaining your own good health.
The World Almanac and Book of Facts 1997
The first edition of The World Almanac, a 120-page volume with 12 pages of advertising, was published by the New York World in 1868. Joseph Pulitzer, publisher of the New York World, revived The World Almanac in 1886 with the goal of making it a "compendium of universal knowledge." It has been published annual since then.
The 1997 edition of The World Almanac and Book of Facts includes more than 1,700 articles and tables on a wide range of topics, including recent events, federal and state governments, elections, noted personalities, awards and prizes, astronomy, meteorology, nations, states, cities, health, language, taxes, sports, and a tremendous variety of statistical information.
Compton's Concise Encyclopedia
Compton's Concise Encyclopedia is a somewhat condensed version of Compton's best-selling CD-ROM, namely Compton's Interactive Encyclopedia. The Concise Encyclopedia contains more than 6,000 articles organized alphabetically, drawn from every field of knowledge: the arts, the sciences, the social sciences, and more. Even in this "concise" form, it's the equivalent of 25 volumes of Compton's Encyclopedia - an enormous amount of information by any reckoning.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
Webster's New World Dictionary
Webster's New World Dictionary contains more than 78,000 words and terms in the English language along with their pronunciations, parts of speech, definitions, and (sometimes) usage notes.
Webster's New World Thesaurus
Webster's New World Thesaurus contains more than 21,000 words and terms in the English language along with their synonyms and, in many cases, antonyms.
The Merriam-Webster Concise Handbook for Writers
The Merriam-Webster Concise Handbook for Writers is designed to be a practical guide to the conventions of the English language in its written form. These conventions, generally referred to by writers and editors as style, include such day-to-day matters as punctuating sentences, capitalizing names and terms, using italics or underlining, spelling compound words and the plural and possessive forms of words, and deciding when to use abbreviations and numerals. This book also offers information and advice on composition and grammar and on a selection of other editing- and publishing-related topics. For each topic, the manual offers concise and comprehensive descriptions of the rules and conventions that writers and editors have developed for themselves to help them prepare copy that is clear, consistent, and attractive. Where the rules and conventions have exceptions, variations, and fine points that readers need to know of, these are also presented.
Merriam-Webster's Geographical Dictionary
Merriam-Webster's Geographical Dictionary, Third Edition, is a completely new edition of a book that first appeared in 1949 as Webster's Geographical Dictionary and was reedited to appear in 1972 as Webster's New Geographical Dictionary. During the more than four decades that have passed since the book was introduced, the world has experienced many significant historical events and economic and political developments, and a sound geographical dictionary must reflect the place-name changes attendant on them. Many of those changes were recorded in successive revisions of the first two editions, but the limitations of revisions and the magnitude of change has now made it essential to review critically the entire work and recompose the book in a new edition.
World History: A Dictionary of Important People, Places and Events
World History is an up-to-date general reference dictionary for history from the beginnings of civilization to such recent events as the birth of democracy in the former Soviet Union, the Cold War's sudden end, and Germany's reunification. With this single volume, the reader gains ready access to a staggering amount of factual information. Virtually all the important people, events, nations, and empires throughout history are included, plus legions of the lesser known as well.
In all, the book contains nearly 10,000 concisely written text entries, plus approximately 135 historical outlines that include more than 7,000 arranged text entries and chronologically arranged historical outlines is what makes the dictionary both versatile and different from other general history references.
The Columbia University Complete Home Medical Guide
This Third Revised Edition of The Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeions Complete Home Medical Guide reflects many of the changes that have taken place in American medicine since publication of the first edition in 1985. Although our goal - namely, to provide you with a comprehensive home reference that teaches you about your body in sickness and health - remains unchanged, we are placing increased emphasis on disease prevention and your role in maintaining your own good health.
The World Almanac and Book of Facts 1997
The first edition of The World Almanac, a 120-page volume with 12 pages of advertising, was published by the New York World in 1868. Joseph Pulitzer, publisher of the New York World, revived The World Almanac in 1886 with the goal of making it a "compendium of universal knowledge." It has been published annual since then.
The 1997 edition of The World Almanac and Book of Facts includes more than 1,700 articles and tables on a wide range of topics, including recent events, federal and state governments, elections, noted personalities, awards and prizes, astronomy, meteorology, nations, states, cities, health, language, taxes, sports, and a tremendous variety of statistical information.
Compton's Concise Encyclopedia
Compton's Concise Encyclopedia is a somewhat condensed version of Compton's best-selling CD-ROM, namely Compton's Interactive Encyclopedia. The Concise Encyclopedia contains more than 6,000 articles organized alphabetically, drawn from every field of knowledge: the arts, the sciences, the social sciences, and more. Even in this "concise" form, it's the equivalent of 25 volumes of Compton's Encyclopedia - an enormous amount of information by any reckoning.
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
