Language Arts & Linguistics & Literacy

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Understanding and Teaching Reading Comprehension: A handbook - Paperback

$116.62

by Jane Oakhill (Author), Kate Cain (Author), Carsten Elbro (Author)The ultimate aim of reading is not the process but to understand what we read and comprehension can take place at many different levels. There has been an increasing emphasis on the importance of reading comprehension in recent years but despite this there is very little written on this vital topic accessible to trainee and practicing teachers. The Handbook of Reading Comprehension presents an overview of recent findings on...

A History of the Spanish Language Through Texts - Paperback

$111.76

by Christopher Pountain (Author)A History of the Spanish Language through Texts examines the evolution of the Spanish language from the Middle Ages to the present day. Pountain explores a wide range of texts from poetry, through newspaper articles and political documents, to a Bunuel film script and a love letter. With keypoints and a careful indexing and cross-referencing system this book can be used as a freestanding history of the language independently of the illustrative texts themselves...

English Homework for Key Stage 2: Activity-Based Learning - Paperback

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by Andrea McGowan (Author), David Brookes (Illustrator), Vicki Parfitt (Author)English Homework for Key Stage 2 is a unique resource for busy teachers - a selection of 'pencil-free', hands-on activities, aligned with the National Curriculum Programmes of Study and with clear links to the topics set out in the PNS Framework for English, that teachers can use as extension activities or give to pupils as homework to do with members of their family or friends. Each of the activities encourages th...

The Routledge Course in Japanese Translation - Paperback

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by Yoko Hasegawa (Author)The Routledge Course in Japanese Translation brings together for the first time material dedicated to the theory and practice of translation to and from Japanese. This one semester advanced course in Japanese translation is designed to raise awareness of the many considerations that must be taken into account when translating a text. As students progress through the course they will acquire various tools to deal with the common problems typically involved in the prac...

Intermediate Chinese: A Grammar and Workbook - Paperback

$102.04

by Po-Ching Yip (Author), Don Rimmington (Author)Intermediate Chinese is the ideal reference and practice book for students with some knowledge of the language. Each of the 25 units deals with a particular grammatical point and provides associated exercises. Features include: clear, accessible format many useful language examples jargon-free grammar explanations sample drills and exercises with full answer key. All Chinese entries are presented in both pinyin romanisation and Chinese...

Basic Portuguese: A Grammar and Workbook - Paperback

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by Cristina Sousa (Author)Basic Portuguese: A Grammar and Workbook comprises an accessible reference grammar and related exercises in a single volume.Twenty units cover the core material which students can expect to encounter in their first year of learning Portuguese. Grammar points are followed by examples and exercises which allow students to reinforce and consolidate their learning.Clearly presented and user-friendly, Basic Portuguese provides readers with a thorough grounding in the fund...

New Directions in Picturebook Research - Paperback

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by Teresa Colomer (Editor), Bettina Kümmerling-Meibauer (Editor), Cecilia Silva-Díaz (Editor)In this new collection, children's literature scholars from twelve different countries contribute to the ongoing debate on the importance of picturebook research, focusing on aesthetic and cognitive aspects of picture books. Contributors take interdisciplinary approaches that integrate different disciplines such as literary studies, art history, linguistics, narratology, cognitive psychology, sociolog...

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Engaging Students in Academic Literacies: Genre-Based Pedagogy for K-5 Classrooms - Paperback

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by María Estela Brisk (Author)The Common Core State Standards require schools to include writing in a variety of genres across the disciplines. Engaging Students in Academic Literacies provides specific information to plan and carry out genre-based writing instruction in English for K-5 students within various content areas. Informed by systemic functional linguistics-a theory of language IN USE in particular ways for particular audiences and social purposes-it guides teachers in developing s...

Assessing English Language Learners: Theory and Practice - Paperback

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by Guillermo Solano Flores (Author)Assessing English Language Learners explains and illustrates the main ideas underlying assessment as an activity intimately linked to instruction and the basic principles for developing, using, selecting, and adapting assessment instruments and strategies to assess content knowledge in English language learners (ELLs). Sensitive to the professional development needs of both in-service and pre-service mainstream teachers with ELLs in their classrooms and thos...

Ethics for Digital Journalists: Emerging Best Practices - Paperback

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by Lawrie Zion (Editor), David Craig (Editor)The rapid growth of online media has led to new complications in journalism ethics and practice. While traditional ethical principles may not fundamentally change when information is disseminated online, applying them across platforms has become more challenging as new kinds of interactions develop between journalists and audiences. In Ethics for Digital Journalists, Lawrie Zion and David Craig draw together the international expertise and experien...

A History of the German Language Through Texts - Paperback

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by Thomas Gloning (Author), Christopher Young (Author)A History of the German Language Through Texts examines the evolution of German, from the Early Medieval period to the present day.Written in a lively and accessible style, the book looks at the history of German through a wide range of texts, from medical, legal and scientific writing to literature, everyday newspapers and adverts. All texts are translated and accompanied by commentaries. The book also offers a glossary of technical terms...

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by R. L. Trask (Author)Basque is the sole survivor of the very ancient languages of Western Europe. This book, written by an internationally renowned specialist in Basque, provides a comprehensive survey of all that is known about the prehistory of the language, including pronunciation, the grammar and the vocabulary. It also provides a long critical evaluation of the search for its relatives, as well as a thumbnail sketch of the language, a summary of its typological features, an external hi...

The Self Wired: Technology and Subjectivity in Contemporary Narrative - Paperback

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by Lisa Yaszek (Author)First Published in 2002. Advanced technologies challenge conventional understandings of the human subject by transforming the body into a conduit between external forces and the internal psyche. This title discusses the intense controversy about how to best understand and represent human subjectivity in a technology-intensive era. Yaszek provides an overview by linking specific modes of identity and agency to engagement with specific manifestations of technology itself....

The Think-Aloud Controversy in Second Language Research - Paperback

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by Melissa A. Bowles (Author)The Think-Aloud Controversy in Second Language Research aims to answer key questions about the validity and uses of think-alouds, verbal reports completed by research participants while they perform a task. It offers an overview of how think-alouds have been used in language research and presents a quantitative meta-analysis of findings from studies involving verbal tasks and think-alouds. The book begins by presenting the theoretical background and empirical rese...

The Book Publishing Industry - Paperback

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by Albert N. Greco (Author), Jim Milliot (Author), Robert Wharton (Author)The Book Publishing Industry focuses on consumer books (adult, juvenile, and mass market paperbacks) and reviews all major book categories to present a comprehensive overview of this diverse business. In addition to the insights and portrayals of the U.S. publishing industry, this book includes an appendix containing historical data on the industry from 1946 to the end of the twentieth century. The selective bibliograph...

The Oxford Essential Guide to Writing - Paperback

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by Thomas S. Kane (Author)A Concise Course in the Art of Writing Whether you're composing a letter, writing a school thesis, or starting a novel, this resource offers expert advice on how to think more creatively, how to conjure up ideas from scratch, and how to express those ideas clearly and elegantly. No matter where you find yourself in the writing process--from the daunting look of a blank page, to the rough draft that needs shaping, to the small but important questions of punctuation--...

The Elements of Eloquence: Secrets of the Perfect Turn of Phrase - Paperback

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by Mark Forsyth (Author)From the #1 international bestselling author of The Etymologicon and The Horologicon comes an education in the art of articulation, from the King James Bible to Katy Perry...From classic poetry to pop lyrics, from Charles Dickens to Dolly Parton, even from Jesus to James Bond, Mark Forsyth explains the secrets that make a phrase--such as "O Captain My Captain " or "To be or not to be"--memorable. In his inimitably entertaining and wonderfully witty style, he takes ap...

The Etymologicon: A Circular Stroll Through the Hidden Connections of the English Language - Paperback

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by Mark Forsyth (Author)This perfect gift for readers, writers, and literature majors alike unearths the quirks of the English language. For example, do you know why a mortgage is literally a "death pledge"? Why guns have girls' names? Why "salt" is related to "soldier"? Discover the answers to all of these etymological questions and more in this fascinating book for fans of of Eats, Shoots & Leaves. The Etymologicon is a completely unauthorized guide to the strange underpinnings of the ...

Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition - Paperback

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by Barbara Ann Kipfer (Author)Combining scholarly authority with an awareness of today's communication demands, Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus is the simple, reliable way to find the perfect word for your needs. It features an easy-to-use dictionary format plus a revolutionary Concept Index that arranges words by idea, thus enhancing the user's process of association and leading to scores of additional selections. The inclusion of a wide spectrum of words and phrases with each entry(from soph...

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The Screenwriter's Problem Solver: How to Recognize, Identify, and Define Screenwriting Problems - Paperback

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by Syd Field (Author)All writing is rewriting. But what do you change, and how do you change it? All screenplays have problems. They happened to Die Hard: With a Vengeance and Broken Arrow-and didn't get fixed, leaving the films flawed. They nearly shelved Platoon-until Oliver Stone rewrote the first ten pages and created a classic. They happen to every screenwriter. But good writers see their problems as a springboard to creativity. Now bestselling author Syd Field, who works on over 1,000 s...

21st Century Grammar Handbook - Paperback

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by Barbara Ann Kipfer (Author)This all-new guide to english is designed to be user-friendly. Its innovative A-to-Z dictionary format lets you find the answers to your questions about grammar, punctuation, and preferred usage quickly and easily. Simply look up the problem areas as you would look up a word in the dictionary. It's just that simple and time-saving. A glossary of terms and plentiful cross-references offer even more help when you need it. Created by a leading expert in linguistics ...

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Righteous Indignation: Excuse Me While I Save the World! - Paperback

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by Andrew Breitbart (Author)"Brash, funny, fiery, and irreverent." -- Rush Limbaugh Known for his network of conservative websites that draws millions of readers everyday, Andrew Breitbart has one main goal: to make sure the "liberally biased" major news outlets in this country cover all aspects of a story fairly. Breitbart is convinced that too many national stories are slanted by the news media in an unfair way. In Righteous Indignations, Breitbart talks about how one needs to deal with t...

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Instant Word Power: The Unique, Proven Program for Increasing Your Vocabulary--Your Vital Key to Social, Academic, and Career Success - Paperback

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by Norman Lewis (Author)Scientific surveys have shown that academic, social, and professional advancement are directly linked to the scope and effectiveness of your vocabulary. Now, vocabulary-building expert Norman Lewis opens a wonderful new world to you--the world of word power. Here is a proven and entertaining program packed with exercises, quizzes, hints, and reviews that will help you strengthen not only your vocabulary but your spelling, pronunciation, and grammar skills as well. And ...

Passport to Russian: Speak Russian in Minutes - Paperback

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by Charles Berlitz (Author)This unique guide to the Russian language emphasizes development of accent, vocabulary, and communication for every situation, includes a dictionary of over 1,400 terms, plus a special "Point to the Answer" section which allows non-English-speaking Russians to merely point to the information needed. - Organized by topic for easy reference.- Includes a phonetic dictionary.- Instant accent, instant vocabulary.Author BiographyCharles Berlitz, the author of The Bermuda...

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by Gene Mustain (Author), Jerry Capeci (Author)"The inside story of a single Brooklyn gang that killed more Americans than the Iraqi army."--Mike McAlary, columnist, New York Post They were the DeMeo gang--the most deadly hit men in organized crime. Their Mafia higher-ups came to know, use, and ultimately fear them as the Murder Machine. They killed for profit and for pleasure, following cold-blooded plans and wild whims, from the mean streets of New York to the Florida Gold Coast, and from c...

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100 Successful College Application Essays: Third Edition - Paperback

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by The Harvard Independent (Author)The Largest Collection of Successful College Application Essays Available in One Volume These are the essays that helped their authors gain admission to Harvard, Yale, Brown, Columbia, Wellesley, Pomona, and other outstanding schools--followed by invaluable comments by experts in admissions, placement, and college counseling at some of the best learning institutions around the country. This helpful guide includes: - 100 complete essays with professional comm...

The Lively Art of Writing: Words, Sentences, Style and Technique--An Essential Guide to One of Todays Most Necessary Skills - Paperback

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by Lucile Vaughan Payne (Author)An essential refernce for writers--both new and experienced--that will help improve your writing skills and style and help you say exactly what you want to say. Students, teachers, businessmen, aspiring authors, and complaining consumers all have one thing in common--the need to express successfully ideas, opinions, arguments, problems, explanations, or instructions through the medium of the written word. And The Lively Art of Writing is the perfect guide to th...

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The Art and Craft of Feature Writing: Based on the Wall Street Journal Guide - Paperback

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by William E. Blundell (Author)Storytelling--how to catch and hold a reader's interest through artful narration of factual material William E. Blundell, one of the best writers on one of America's best-written papers--The Wall Street Journal--has put his famous Journal Feature-Writing Seminars into this step-by-step guide for turning out great articles. Filled with expert instruction on a complex art, it provides beginners with a systematic approach to feature writing and deftly teaches old...

Writing for Story: Craft Secrets of Dramatic Nonfiction - Paperback

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by Jon Franklin (Author)The new "nonfiction"--the adaptation of storytelling techniques to journalistic articles in the manner of Truman Capote, Tom Wolfe, and John McPhee--is an innovative genre that has been awarded virtually every Pulitzer Prize for literary journalism since 1979. And now Jon Franklin, himself a two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and undisputed master of the great American nonfiction short story, shares the secrets of his success. Franklin shows how to make factual pieces come...

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Telling True Stories: A Nonfiction Writers' Guide from the Nieman Foundation at Harvard University - Paperback

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by Mark Kramer (Editor), Wendy Call (Editor)Interested in journalism and creative writing and want to write a book? Read inspiring stories and practical advice from America's most respected journalists.The country's most prominent journalists and nonfiction authors gather each year at Harvard's Nieman Conference on Narrative Journalism. Telling True Stories presents their best advice--covering everything from finding a good topic, to structuring narrative stories, to writing and selling your ...

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Building Great Sentences: How to Write the Kinds of Sentences You Love to Read - Paperback

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by Brooks Landon (Author)Based on the bestselling series from The Great Courses, Building Great Sentences celebrates the sheer joy of language--and will forever change the way you read and write. Great writing begins with the sentence. Whether it's two words ("Jesus wept.") or William Faulkner's 1,287-word sentence in Absalom Absalom , sentences have the power to captivate, entertain, motivate, educate, and, most importantly, delight. Yet, the sentence-oriented approach to writing is too oft...

Words and Rules: The Ingredients of Language - Paperback

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by Steven Pinker (Author)If you are not already a Steven Pinker addict, this book will make you one. -- Jared Diamond In Words and Rules, Steven Pinker explores profound mysteries of language by picking a deceptively simple phenomenon -- regular and irregular verbs -- and examining it from every angle. With humor and verve, he covers an astonishing array of topics in the sciences and humanities, from the history of languages to how to simulate languages on computers to major ideas in the his...