The Webster's Dictionary and Thesaurus, 1997 Edition (Paper Edition) is a comprehensive English language reference tool published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Authored by Charlton A. Laird and the Webster's New WORLD Dictionaries Editors, this trade paperback book features 768 pages filled with revisions and updates. This dictionary and thesaurus combo is ideal for both beginner and advanced English language learners seeking to expand their vocabulary and improve their writing skills. With a compact size of 9.2 inches in length, 6.1 inches in width, and 1.6 inches in height, this reference book is a valuable addition to any bookshelf or desk.