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Practical Logic: Or, Hints to Young Theme-Writers, for the Purpose of Leading Them to Think and Reason With Accuracy - Paperback

$22.98

by Benjamin Humphrey Smart (Author)This book aims to provide young theme-writers with guidance on thinking and reasoning accurately in order to improve their writing skills. It covers various aspects of logic such as syllogism, induction, and deduction to help readers develop strong analytical abilities.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars b...

Learn Spanish with Las Aventuras de Oliver Twist: Level B1 with Parallel Spanish-English Translation - Paperback

$44.06

by Charles Dickens (Author)The book is a classic that features a lovable boy who, despite all the hardship in his life, never gives up and retains his kind heart. Although the plot starts quite sadly with Oliver's start in life and his upbringing in the orphanage, it develops into a real crime story with a penchant for melodrama and a final, quite rosy ending where almost everyone gets what they deserve. The ending is then a rather concentrated load of information for the resolution. The story captivates and one experiences highs and lows with Oliver and is happy for him that he finds a few people who take him into their hearts and lovingly care for him. A classic that presents interestin...

The Routledge Handbook of Second Language Acquisition and Corpora - Paperback

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by Nicole Tracy-Ventura (Editor), Magali Paquot (Editor)This is a ground-breaking collection of essays offering incisive and essential reading for anyone with an interest in second language acquisition, learner corpus research, and applied linguistics.Author BiographyNicole Tracy-Ventura is Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics at West Virginia University. Her research focuses on second language acquisition, study abroad, task-based language teaching, longitudinal research methods, and corpus linguistics. She is a founding member of the Languages and Social Networks Abroad Project (LANGSNAP).Magali Paquot is FNRS Research Associate at the Centre for English Corpus Linguistics, UCLouv...

Linguistic Dimensions of Sexual Normativity: Corpus-Based Evidence - Paperback

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by Heiko Motschenbacher (Author)This book advances the theorization of normativity as a key concept in language and sexuality studies, bringing together some of the author's previous work with new material for a comprehensive exploration of the influence of normativity on the relationship between language and sexuality.Author BiographyHeiko Motschenbacher is Full Professor of English as a Second/Foreign Language at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Bergen. Number of Pages: 286 Dimensions: 0.62 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes

New Perspectives on Gender and Translation: New Voices for Transnational Dialogues - Paperback

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by Eleonora Federici (Editor), José Santaemilia (Editor)This collection expands the body of research on the intersection of gender and translation to highlight perspectives across different countries in Europe, showcasing developments in the field from its origins in the emergence of feminist translation in Quebec over the last thirty years.Author BiographyEleonora Federici is Associate Professor of English and Translation Studies at the University of Ferrara, Italy.José Santaemilia is a legal and literary translator and Associate Professor of English Language and Linguistics at the University of Valencia, Spain. Number of Pages: 204 Dimensions: 0.46 x 9 x 6 IN

Digital Government and Public Management: Generating Public Sector Innovation at the Crossroads of Research and Practice - Paperback

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by J. Ramon Gil-Garcia (Editor), Sharon S. Dawes (Editor), Theresa A. Pardo (Editor)This book contributes to the ongoing dialog within the digital government research and practice community by addressing leadership and management challenges through the interplay of five interconnected themes: management, policy, technology, data, and context.Author BiographyJ. Ramon Gil-Garcia is Director of the Center for Technology in Government and Associate Professor of Public Administration and Policy, University at Albany, SUNY. He has published extensively and some of his publications are among the most cited in the field of digital government research worldwide.Sharon S. Dawes is Professor Emerita...

Are You Worth the Wait?: From fledgling editor to sought-after professional - Paperback

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by Susan Hughes (Author), Robin E. Martin (Prepared by)Freelancing life is known for being "feast or famine," because all the jobs seem to come in at once necessitating that some be turned away. When the work is scarce, don't you wish you could have some of those opportunities back? The most successful freelancers always have work because they establish themselves as being worth the wait. Susan Hughes is an editorial freelancer who credits her business success to a series of self, skill, and business development strategies. Primary among them is reputation building. Hughes schedules her clients up to a year in advance and is rarely able to work people in at the last minute. If they don't...

The Bloomberg Guide to Business Journalism - Hardcover

$224.00

by Paul Addison (Author), Jennifer Sondag (Author), Cherian Thomas (Author)The Bloomberg Guide to Business Journalism provides students and professionals with the essential tools for reporting on companies, industries, financial markets, economies, banks, and government policies anywhere in the world. It illustrates how to chronicle capitalism for different audiences--from general consumers of business news to market specialists--and how to present compelling stories across print, web, video, and audio formats. At the heart of the book are exercises and explanations that demonstrate the most appropriate ways to cover a range of business topics. For those looking to begin careers as busine...

How to Write a Book in 48 Hours: A Simple Step-by-Step System for Writing a Good Book Fast - Paperback

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by Dale L. Roberts (Author)It's going to be a best seller......if you can only figure out how to write the book.What does it take to self-publish?Dale L. Roberts is a fitness author who has published over 50 titles. He's been a tireless advocate for learning to do it yourself. His YouTube channel is in the top-50 for authors, and he's written this book to teach you what you need to know to succeed with your book.You'll learn: Setting Your Timeline Two Great Ways to Produce Content An Efficient Outlining Method Editing and Proofing Your Book Publishing Options And much more In this straightforward, easy-to-digest, book, getting that great idea from mind to market will be a snap.Are you re...

Grammar Reference for Test Takers: A Comprehensive Grammar Guide for Individuals Preparing for Standardized Tests Such as TOEFL, IELTS, or SAT - Paperback

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by Melanie P Salter (Author)Overview: This grammar book is specifically designed for individuals preparing for standardized tests such as TOEFL, IELTS, and SAT. It provides a comprehensive and targeted approach to mastering key grammar concepts essential for success in these exams. The book focuses on clarity, practical examples, and application of grammar rules in the context of test-taking. Key Features: Classes of Conjunctions: Clear explanations and examples of different types of conjunctions. Emphasis on recognizing conjunctions in sentence structures commonly found in test questions. Parts of Speech: In-depth coverage of each part of speech with detailed explanations and examples...

A Semiotics of Muslimness in China - Hardcover

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by Ibrar Bhatt (Author)This Element examines the semiotics of Sino-Muslim heritage literacy in a way that integrates its Perso-Arabic textual qualities with broader cultural semiotic forms. Using data from images of the linguistic landscape of Sino-Muslim life alongside interviews with Sino-Muslims about their heritage, the author examines how signs of 'Muslimness' are displayed and manipulated in both covert and overt means in different contexts. In so doing the author offers a 'semiotics of Muslimness' in China and considers how forms of language and materiality have the power to inspire meanings and identifications for Sino-Muslims and understanding of their heritage literacy. The auth...

Story Prompts Romance: The Art of Writing Love Stories - Paperback

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by Mark El-Ayat (Created by)Dive into a world of love stories with "Story Prompts Romance - The Art of Writing Love Stories"! This book is filled with ideas to help you write your very own tales of heart-fluttering romances and deep connections. Whether you're new to writing or already love to write, these prompts will light up your imagination and guide you on a fun adventure of storytelling."Story Prompts Romance" is your new friend on the journey of writing. It will show you how to create characters that feel like real people, dream up exciting places where love blossoms, and even help you figure out the twists and turns of your love stories. Whether you want to write about sweet and g...

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Learning Hindi: Speak, Read and Write Hindi with Manga Comics! a Language Guide for Self-Study (Free Online Audio & Flash Cards) - Paperback

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by Brajesh Samarth (Author)Learn to speak Hindi quickly! This book teaches you the basics of the Hindi language, including practical daily conversations and vocabulary. It enables you to begin communicating effectively from the very first day. All Hindi words and sentences are given in the native script and romanized words, with English translations. Useful notes and explanations on pronunciation, the Hindi script, greetings and requests, basic sentence patterns and vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and etiquette dos and don'ts are all included. A useful bi-directional dictionary of commonly-used Hindi words and phrases is provided at the back. Key features of this book include: Carefull...

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by Anna-Sophie Springer (Editor), Etienne Turpin (Editor), Katharina Tauer (Designed by)A book that acts both as library and exhibition space, selecting, arranging, and housing texts and images, aligning itself with printed matter in the process.Fantasies of the Library lets readers experience the library anew. The book imagines, and enacts, the library as both keeper of books and curator of ideas--as a platform of the future. One essay occupies the right-hand page of a two-page spread while interviews scrolls independently on the left. Bibliophilic artworks intersect both throughout the book-as-exhibition. A photo essay, "Reading Rooms Reading Machines" further interrupts the book in ord...

Reading Palestine: Printing and Literacy, 1900-1948 - Paperback

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by Ami Ayalon (Author) Prior to the twentieth century, Arab society in Palestine was predominantly illiterate, with most social and political activities conducted through oral communication. There were no printing presses, no book or periodical production, and no written signs in public places. But a groundswell of change rapidly raised the region's literacy rates, a fascinating transformation explored for the first time in Reading Palestine. Addressing an exciting aspect of Middle Eastern history as well as the power of the printed word itself, Reading Palestine describes how this hurried process intensified the role of literacy in every sphere of community life. Ami Ayalon examines Pal...

Essential Scots Dictionary: Scots/English - English/Scots - Paperback

$31.84

by Scottish Scottish Language Dictionaries (Author)This two-way dictionary (Scots-English/English-Scots) provides: Modern Scots, with some literary words likely to be met in stories or poems; Notes on how to get the most out of your dictionary; Grammar notes and verb lists; Spelling guidance; Help with pronunciation; A brief history of the Scots language. It can also be used for encouraging the use of Scots in schools and to provide support in the classroom. A useful compact reference book for anyone requiring information on Scots.Author BiographyScottish Language Dictionaries is the quintessential research organisation for the Scots Language. They are responsible for the major dictionari...

600 Basic Words Cartoons Flash Cards Bilingual English Finnish: Easy learning baby first book with card games like ABC alphabet Numbers Animals to pra - Paperback

$15.58

by Kinder Language (Author)The adults in a child's life play a significant role in helping a child learn new words. Through everyday conversations and interactions caregivers use this 600 Basic Words Cartoons Flash Cards and talk about what words mean which helps expand a child's vocabulary. You can use this educational flashcards on teaching vocabulary through a variety of fun word-learning strategies. Vocabulary represents one of most important skills necessary for teaching and learning a foreign language. It is the basis for the development of all the other skills: reading comprehension listening comprehension speaking writing spelling and pronunciation. That is why having large vocabu...

Polyaenus's Stratagems of War; Translated from the Original Greek, by R. Shepherd, F.R.S. - Paperback

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by Of Lampsacus Polyaenus (Author) The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.Western literary study flows out of eighteenth-century works by Alexander Pope, Da...

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by John Dyneley Prince (Author)Passamaquoddy Texts is a book of Native American literature that focuses on the Passamaquoddy tribe, a group of Indigenous people who reside in the northeastern United States and eastern Canada. The book is written by John Dyneley Prince, an American linguist and anthropologist who specialized in the study of Native American languages and cultures.The book contains a collection of traditional Passamaquoddy stories, songs, and speeches that were originally passed down orally from generation to generation. These texts were recorded by Prince during his fieldwork with the Passamaquoddy tribe in the early 20th century and were later transcribed and translated in...

Your Child's Writing Life: How to Inspire Confidence, Creativity, and Skill at Every Age - Paperback

$24.58

by Pam Allyn (Author)An illuminating resource to help parents foster a love of writing in their child's life--filled with writing prompts, engaging home learning activities, and more. New educational research reveals that writing is as fundamental to a child's development as reading. But though there are books that promote literacy, no book guides parents in helping their child cultivate a love of writing. In this book, Pam Allyn, a nationally recognized educator and literacy expert, reminds us that writing is not only a key skill but also an essential part of self-discovery and critical to success later in life. Allyn offers the "the five keys" to help kids WRITE-Word Power, Ritual, Inde...

Translating and Reimagining - Recovering Pizarnik in her late Prose Works - Paperback

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by Juliana Nalerio (Author)Bachelor Thesis from the year 2011 in the subject Literature - Latin America, grade: Pass, course: Poetry and Prose Poems of Alejandra Pizarnik, language: English, abstract: This senior thesis thesis examines the authorial image of Argentine-Jewish poet, Alejandra Pizarnik (1936-1972). Long thought of as a modern poet with minimal connection to any one tradition, I re-imagine her as a poet of Judaism, language and childhood through close readings of works, many poemas en prosa, written late in her life and after her father's death. This thesis has three chapters: (1) Images of the Artist; (2) New Readings of Pizarnik (Prose) Poems; and (3) Translating Pizarnik (...

Logan: 100 Pages 8.5 X 11 Personalized Name on Notebook College Ruled Line Paper - Paperback

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by Rwg (Author)College rule (also known as medium ruled paper) is the most common lined paper in use in the United States. It is generally used in middle school through to college and is also popular with adults. This is a good choice for teen or adult notebooks and composition books (known as exercise books outside the US). Number of Pages: 104 Dimensions: 0.22 x 11 x 8.5 IN

New Perspectives on Aspect and Modality in Chinese Historical Linguistics - Hardcover

$79.18

by Barbara Meisterernst (Editor)This book presents new perspectives on the study of Aspect and Modality in Chinese Historical Linguistics. Based on the international Workshop on Aspect and Modality in Chinese, the book includes the latest research findings in the field to make them available not only to specialists in Classical and Buddhist Chinese, but also to researchers and students of general linguistics and of the universals of language. It also discusses different aspects of the AM (Aspect-Modality) and the TAM (Tense-Aspect-Modality) system of Chinese. It provides a comprehensive overview of both of the universally related systems of aspect and modality. The first part of the book ...

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Intimate Spaces: A Conversation about Discovery and Connection - Paperback

$72.88

by Douglas L. Kelley (Author)Intimate Spaces: A Conversation about Discovery and Connection provides readers the opportunity to discuss, muse, ponder, and explore an essential part of the human experience--intimacy. The book provides a rich, full perspective on intimacy, highlighting its presence in a range of relationships, identifying challenges that can impede its development, and presenting social science research to foster greater understanding. The book features a variety of viewpoints on intimacy, including examples of how it can emerge through talk, play, grief, forgiveness, conflict, and sex. The text features three conversations, or parts, that encourage engagement, participati...

Dramatic Engagers: Games, Creative Activities, & Brain Breaks for Social & Emotional Learning & Academic Achievement - Hardcover

$47.58

by Carmen White (Author), Lennie Smith (Author)This is a must have guide on games, creative activities, and brain breaks aligned with the current research on the brain's natural way of learning. The resource is based on educational research, neuroscience, and drama-based learning and contains practical suggestions on how incorporate engagement into different social and emotional and academic objectives. Number of Pages: 212 Dimensions: 0.63 x 9 x 6 IN

Tracing Book For Preschoolers Girls: Practice for Girls, alphabet's Tracing, Letters, words, and sentences . Fun activity book for Girls - Paperback

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by Sunshine Publishing (Author)This Cursive Handwriting workbook helps kids of all ages to start learning to write cursive letters, words and sentences and to improve their handwriting. With 100+ pages of practice Premium cover design Large size - 8.5" x 11" Tracing the cursive letters Writing simple sentences in cursive PART 1: LETTERS OF THE ALPHABETPART 2: WRITING WORDSPART 3: FULL SENTENCES Number of Pages: 100 Dimensions: 0.21 x 11 x 8.5 IN

Elasticity in Healthcare Communication: A Cross-Cultural Perspective - Hardcover

$149.60

by Grace Qiao Zhang (Author), Ming-Yu Tseng (Author)Elastic language is a phenomenon in linguistics that refers to how we stretch the meanings of words, depending on the context in which they are used - for example many, about 20, perhaps, could be. This study looks specifically at elastic language in the fields of medicine and healthcare, showing how it is used to serve both the patient's and the professional's needs. It explores the pragmatics and metapragmatics of elasticity in the delivery of online medical information as a way of avoiding miscommunication. Based on data from Chinese and English sources, it takes a cross-cultural perspective, to present an account of harmony and disha...

Homophones: Words that Sound Alike or One Reason English is Difficult to Learn - Hardcover

$31.63

by Charlotte Smith (Author)One reason the English language may seem difficult to learn is that there are so many words that sound alike but are spelled differently. This large group of multiple-meaning words is called homophones. The term "homophone" comes from the Greek words "homos" (same) and "phone" (sound). There are hundreds of homophones. This book lists those that may help English as a second language students the most in their study of the English language. Some words are not pronounced exactly the same way but are very similar. Studying homophones is a fun and interesting way to improve one's language skills. The reader might be amazed at how many homophones are used in everyday...

Ottoman-turkish Conversation-grammar: A Practical Method Of Learning The Ottoman-turkish Language; Volume 1 - Paperback

$35.78

by V. H. Hagopian (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Numb...

Memoirs of Henry Villard, Journalist and Financier, 1835-1900 ..; Volume 2 - Paperback

$33.22

by Henry Villard (Author)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Numbe...

The Fiction Writer's Guide to Alternate History: A Handbook on Craft, Art, and History - Hardcover

$108.80

by Jack Dann (Author)A comprehensive guide to the speculative sub-genre of alternate history fiction, this book maps the unique terrain of this vibrant mode of storytelling and then explains how to write it. First giving a concise conceptual overview and the critical tools to differentiate the different forms of counterfactual fiction, Jack Dann lays out the 'tricks of the trade' such 'Heinleining', how to create recognizable 'divergent points' and how to employ paratextual elements and 'layering' to overcome readers' unfamiliarity with invented counterfactual events and cultures. Alongside this, Dann takes you step-by-step through a complete short story to demonstrate, line-by-line, how ...

Conflicted: Making News from Global War - Hardcover

$197.60

by Isaac Blacksin (Author)How is popular knowledge of war shaped by the stories we consume, what are the boundaries of this knowledge, and how are these boundaries policed or contested by journalists producing knowledge from war zones? Based on years of fieldwork in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Afghanistan, and Ukraine, Conflicted challenges normative conceptions of war by revealing how representational authority comes to be. Turning the lens on journalists from The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and other prominent publications, Isaac Blacksin shows why news coverage of contemporary conflict, widely presumed to function as a critique of excessive violence, instead...