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Globalization and Language in Contact: Scale, Migration, and Communicative Practices - Paperback

$93.51

by Mike Baynham (Editor), Stef Slembrouck (Editor), James Collins (Editor)This book examines the impact of globalization on languages in contact, including the study of linkages between the global and local, and transnational and situated communication. It engages with social theory and social processes while grappling with questions of language analysis raised by globalized language contact. Drawing on case studies from North America, Europe and Africa, the volume makes three important contr...

Weighting Evidence in Language and Literature: A Statistical Approach - Paperback

$70.02

by Barron Brainerd (Author)This book introduces a mathematically naïve reader to those statistical tools which are applicable in modern quantitative text and language analysis, and does this in terms of simple examples dealing exclusively with language and literature. Number of Pages: 290 Dimensions: 0.61 x 9.61 x 6.69 IN Publication Date: December 15, 1974

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by E. K. Brown (Author)Delightfully written criticism of the dominant genre of our time as analogous to the symphony. Discusses "Phrase, Character, Incident," "Expanding Symbols," Interweaving Themes," and "Rhythm in E.M. Forester's A Passage to India. Number of Pages: 136 Dimensions: 0.32 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: December 15, 1950

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by Anon (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 360 Dimensions: 0.8 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 07, 2008

Beginner's Latin By The Direct Method - Paperback

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by Edward C. Chickering (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 172 Dimensions: 0.4 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: October 21, 2008

Scales on Censorship: Real Life Lessons from School Library Journal - Paperback

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by Pat R. Scales (Author), Rebecca T. Miller (Editor), Barbara A. Genco (Editor)Scales on Censorship: Real Life Lessons from School Library Journal contains Pat R. Scales collected columns, all written in response to active book challenges or questions of intellectual freedom and library ethics. These columns have a ripped from the headlines immediacy even as they reflect the core values and policies of librarianship. They are organized by topic and each is framed with a brief new introductor...

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by Rosemary Sassoon (Author), Gunnlaugur S. E. Briem (Author)Does your handwriting reflect the image you want to project?The way you write mirrors your mood and character. It is one of the main ways in which you communicate with the world, and the clarity and technique of your writing will be interpreted by others in many ways. This practical and informative book will help you to improve your handwriting and find a mature, attractive and individual style. It is specifically written for adults...

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Get Started in Modern Hebrew Absolute Beginner Course: The Essential Introduction to Reading, Writing, Speaking and Understanding a New Language - Paperback

$34.99

by Shula Gilboa (Author)Do you want a solid foundation to your Modern Hebrew studies?If you are looking for a solid foundation to your language studies for school, work or travel, this engaging course will get you speaking, writing, reading and understanding Modern Hebrew in no time. Through authentic conversations, clear language presentations, and extensive practice and review, you will learn the Modern Hebrew you need to communicate naturally in everyday situations - from booking a hotel r...

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Complete Danish Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to Read, Write, Speak and Understand a New Language - Paperback

$44.99

by Bente Elsworth (Author)Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Danish and communicate confidently with others? Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Danish will equip you with the skills you need to use Danish in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. What will I achieve by the end of the course? By the end of Complete Danish you will have a solid interm...

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Complete Norwegian Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to Read, Write, Speak and Understand a New Language - Hardcover

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by Margaretha Danbolt-Simons (Author)Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Norwegian and communicate confidently with others? Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Norwegian will equip you with the skills you need to use Norwegian in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. What will I achieve by the end of the course? By the end of Complete Norwegian you w...

Complete Arabic Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to Read, Write, Speak and Understand a New Language with Teach Yourself - Paperback

$39.99

by Frances Altorfer (Author)Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Arabic and communicate confidently with others? Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Arabic will equip you with the skills you need to use Arabic in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. What will I achieve by the end of the course? By the end of Complete Arabic you will have a solid in...

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Complete Polish Beginner to Intermediate Course: Learn to Read, Write, Speak and Understand a New Language - Hardcover

$49.99

by Joanna Michalak-Gray (Author), Nigel Gotteri (Author)Do you want to develop a solid understanding of Polish and communicate confidently with others?Through authentic conversations, vocabulary building, grammar explanations and extensive practice and review, Complete Polish will equip you with the skills you need to use Polish in a variety of settings and situations, developing your cultural awareness along the way. What will I achieve by the end of the course?By the end of Complete Polish ...

Complete Mandarin Chinese (Learn Mandarin Chinese) - Paperback

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by Zhaoxia Pang (Author), Ruth Herd (Author)Complete Mandarin Chinese is a comprehensive book and audio language course that takes you from beginner to intermediate level.The all-new edition of this successful course has been fully rewritten by top Chinese professors to incorporate the most essential language you'll need to communicate in Chinese with confidence. New learning features will support you in your mastery of the four skills as well as your understanding of Chinese characters. Do y...

Campaign Communication and Political Marketing - Paperback

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by Philippe J. Maarek (Author)Campaign Communication and Political Marketing is a comprehensive, internationalist study of the modern political campaign. It indexes and explains their integral components, strategies, and tactics. Offers comparative analyses of campaigns from country to country Covers topics such as advertising strategy, demography, the effect of campaign finance regulation on funding, and more Draws on a variety of international case studies including the campaigns of Barack...

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Italian Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook (Learn Italian with Teach Yourself): Advanced Beginner to Upper Intermediate Course - Paperback

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by Maria Guarnieri (Author), Federica Sturani (Author)Do you want to communicate easily and freely in Italian? Master Italian grammar and broaden your vocabulary with your very own Italian Tutor. This contemporary interactive workbook features 200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points with clear goals, concise explanations, and real-world tasks. By studying and practicing Italian grammar you'll understand how the language really works and be able to speak Italian with cla...

A Companion to Greek Rhetoric - Paperback

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by Ian Worthington (Editor)This complete guide to ancient Greek rhetoric is exceptional both in its chronological range and the breadth of topics it covers. Traces the rise of rhetoric and its uses from Homer to Byzantium Covers wider-ranging topics such as rhetoric's relationship to knowledge, ethics, religion, law, and emotion Incorporates new material giving us fresh insights into how the Greeks saw and used rhetoric Discusses the idea of rhetoric and examines the status of rhetoric studi...

Companion to Roman Rhetoric P - Paperback

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by William Dominik (Editor), Jon Hall (Editor)A Companion to Roman Rhetoric introduces the reader to the wide-ranging importance of rhetoric in Roman culture. A guide to Roman rhetoric from its origins to the Renaissance and beyond Comprises 32 original essays by leading international scholars Explores major figures Cicero and Quintilian in-depth Covers a broad range of topics such as rhetoric and politics, gender, status, self-identity, education, and literature Provides suggestions for fur...

The Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students - Paperback

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by Diana Ridley (Author)The complete guide to doing a literature search and review also contains a wealth of features to calm students overwhelmed at the prospect of doing their dissertation or thesis Number of Pages: 232 Dimensions: 0.5 x 9.4 x 6.6 IN Publication Date: July 23, 2012

Manual of English Grammar and Composition - Hardcover

$59.02

by J. Nesfield (Author)This scarce book contains an incredibly detailed treatise on the grammar of the English language. Manual of English Grammar and Composition is readily accessible, making it the perfect book for both teachers and students of English, as well as a great addition to any collection of antiquarian linguistic literature. Containing a level of detail and insight often unparalleled in modern grammar texts, Manual of English Grammar and Composition is a must-have for discerning ...

The Handbook of Crisis Communication - Paperback

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by W. Timothy Coombs (Editor), Sherry J. Holladay (Editor)Written as a tool for both researchers and communication managers, the Handbook of Crisis Communication is a comprehensive examination of the latest research, methods, and critical issues in crisis communication. Includes in-depth analyses of well-known case studies in crisis communication, from terrorist attacks to Hurricane Katrina Explores the key emerging areas of new technology and global crisis communication Provides a star...

Impromptu Speeches - How to Make Them - Paperback

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by Grenville Kleiser (Author)"Impromptu Speeches - How to Make Them" is a 1920 guide to public speaking by Grenville Kleiser. Self-help books aim to help the reader with problems, offering them clear and effective guidance on how obstacles can be passed and solutions found, especially with regard to common issues and day-to-day life. Such books take their name from the 1859 best-selling "Self-Help" by Samuel Smiles, and are often also referred to as "self-improvement" books. This particular v...

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by Montague Chamberlain (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 96 Dimensions: 0.23 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: March 04, 2009

The Slang Dictionary - Or, the Vulgar Words, Street Phrases and 'Fast' Expressions of High and Low Society - Many with Their Etymology, and a Few with - Paperback

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by Various (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 576 Dimensions: 1.28 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: March 04, 2009

The Progress Of Democracy - Illustrated In The History Of Gaul And France - Paperback

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by Alexandre Dumas (Author)This vintage book contains Alexandre Dumas's 1841 work, "The Progress of Democracy - Illustrated in the History of Gaul and France". This volume contains a vast amount of historical information, and will be of significant utility to those with an interest in the development of democracy in France. Contents include: "The First Franco-Roman Monarchy; or Gaul, from its first settlement to the accession of Peppin-le-Bref", "The French Monarchy; or Gail, from the accessi...

Dynamic Fair Dealing: Creating Canadian Culture Online - Paperback

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by Rosemary Coombe (Author), Darren Wershler (Author), Martin Zeilinger (Author)Dynamic Fair Dealing presents a range of insightful and provocative essays that rethink our relationship to Canadian fair dealing policy. Number of Pages: 442 Dimensions: 1.2 x 8.9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: May 15, 2014

Anskar - The Apostle Of The North. 801-865 - Paperback

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by Charles H. Robinson (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 138 Dimensions: 0.32 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: February 01, 2011

Creating States: Studies in the Performative Language of John Milton and William Blake - Paperback

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by Angela Esterhammer (Author)A study of the language of visionary poetry, making use of the principles of speech-act philosophy to analyze the creative properties of utterance from the Bible to the work of Milton and Blake. Number of Pages: 264 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: December 15, 1994

Rudiments Of A Vocabulary Of Egyptian Hieroglyphics - Paperback

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by Samuel Sharpe (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 164 Dimensions: 0.38 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: July 01, 2010

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by Virginia Woolf (Author)Granite and Rainbow is a collection of essays on the art of writing fiction and biographies. Number of Pages: 244 Dimensions: 0.55 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 14, 2012

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by James F. Bender (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 272 Dimensions: 0.61 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 15, 2010

A General Vocabulary Of Latin - Paperback

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by Joseph Henry Allen (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.48 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: September 27, 2010

The Alphabet Of The Primitive Language Of Spain, And A Philosophical Examination Of The Antiquity And Civilization Of The Basque People - Paperback

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by Juan Bautista Azpiroz (Author)Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Number of Pages: 114 Dimensions: 0.27 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: September 27, 2010