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Starred Review on September 1, 2014 | Reference
Intended for translators, interpreters, writers, editors, and advanced students of language who are looking for explanations of American words, phrases, proverbs, expressions, and jargon, Rubinstein's (emeritus, English; Monterey Inst. of International Studies; 21st Century American English Compendium) resource fills the gap between the emergence of new words and their inclusion in standard dictionaries. This updated edition includes current Americanisms with explanations based upon cultural differences or "knowledge of the historical, literary, and cultural background of Western civilization." The ch...Log In or Sign Up to Read More