n.

1. 概略；概要
   The book is a compendium of their poetry, religion and philosophy.

   這本書是他們詩歌、宗教和哲學的概略。

2. 手冊
   Instructions for using the tool can be found in the compendium.

   在手冊中可以找到這個工具的使用說明。

n.

1. a book or other publication containing a collection of information about a subject.
2. a collection of similar items.
   ▸a package of stationery for writing letters.