Author: Holly Thompson
Publisher: Delacorte Press
ISBN: 0375898352
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 580
Book Description
Emma Karas was raised in Japan; it's the country she calls home. But when her mother is diagnosed with breast cancer, Emma's family moves to a town outside Lowell, Massachusetts, to stay with Emma's grandmother while her mom undergoes treatment. Emma feels out of place in the United States.She begins to have migraines, and longs to be back in Japan. At her grandmother's urging, she volunteers in a long-term care center to help Zena, a patient with locked-in syndrome, write down her poems. There, Emma meets Samnang, another volunteer, who assists elderly Cambodian refugees. Weekly visits to the care center, Zena's poems, dance, and noodle soup bring Emma and Samnang closer, until Emma must make a painful choice: stay in Massachusetts, or return home early to Japan.
The Language Inside
Author: Holly Thompson
Publisher: Delacorte Press
ISBN: 0375898352
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 580
Book Description
Emma Karas was raised in Japan; it's the country she calls home. But when her mother is diagnosed with breast cancer, Emma's family moves to a town outside Lowell, Massachusetts, to stay with Emma's grandmother while her mom undergoes treatment. Emma feels out of place in the United States.She begins to have migraines, and longs to be back in Japan. At her grandmother's urging, she volunteers in a long-term care center to help Zena, a patient with locked-in syndrome, write down her poems. There, Emma meets Samnang, another volunteer, who assists elderly Cambodian refugees. Weekly visits to the care center, Zena's poems, dance, and noodle soup bring Emma and Samnang closer, until Emma must make a painful choice: stay in Massachusetts, or return home early to Japan.
Publisher: Delacorte Press
ISBN: 0375898352
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 580
Book Description
Emma Karas was raised in Japan; it's the country she calls home. But when her mother is diagnosed with breast cancer, Emma's family moves to a town outside Lowell, Massachusetts, to stay with Emma's grandmother while her mom undergoes treatment. Emma feels out of place in the United States.She begins to have migraines, and longs to be back in Japan. At her grandmother's urging, she volunteers in a long-term care center to help Zena, a patient with locked-in syndrome, write down her poems. There, Emma meets Samnang, another volunteer, who assists elderly Cambodian refugees. Weekly visits to the care center, Zena's poems, dance, and noodle soup bring Emma and Samnang closer, until Emma must make a painful choice: stay in Massachusetts, or return home early to Japan.
Inside
Author: David W. Moore
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781285437484
Category : Language arts (Middle school)
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781285437484
Category : Language arts (Middle school)
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Inside Language
Author: Ross Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783905703207
Category : Comparative literature
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Tolkien's views on language, though never published as a formalised theory, were in some aspects rather 'heretic' (to use Tom Shippey's term) and seemed to fly into the face of 'established' linguistic theory - most notably his conception of 'native (hereditary) language' and, related to it, the idea of 'linguistic aesthetic' and 'phonetic fitness'. Unfortunately, this aspect of Tolkien's linguistic work has, as yet, not received the attention it deserves and Ross Smith is one of the first Tolkien scholars to investigate the question of Tolkien's position on language vis-a-vis the then (and even now) dominant tenet(s) in some depth. This is a second, revised edition.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783905703207
Category : Comparative literature
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Tolkien's views on language, though never published as a formalised theory, were in some aspects rather 'heretic' (to use Tom Shippey's term) and seemed to fly into the face of 'established' linguistic theory - most notably his conception of 'native (hereditary) language' and, related to it, the idea of 'linguistic aesthetic' and 'phonetic fitness'. Unfortunately, this aspect of Tolkien's linguistic work has, as yet, not received the attention it deserves and Ross Smith is one of the first Tolkien scholars to investigate the question of Tolkien's position on language vis-a-vis the then (and even now) dominant tenet(s) in some depth. This is a second, revised edition.
The Language Inside
Author: Holly Thompson
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780385739795
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Raised in Japan, American-born 10th-grader Emma is disconcerted by a move to Massachusetts for her mother's breast cancer treatment, because half of Emma's heart remains with her friends recovering from the tsunami.
Publisher: Delacorte Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 9780385739795
Category : Cancer
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Raised in Japan, American-born 10th-grader Emma is disconcerted by a move to Massachusetts for her mother's breast cancer treatment, because half of Emma's heart remains with her friends recovering from the tsunami.
The Language(s) of Politics
Author: Nils Ringe
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472902733
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
Multilingualism is an ever-present feature in political contexts around the world, including multilingual states and international organizations. Increasingly, consequential political decisions are negotiated between politicians who do not share a common native language. Nils Ringe uses the European Union to investigate how politicians’ reliance on shared foreign languages and translation services affects politics and policy-making. Ringe's research illustrates how multilingualism is an inherent and consequential feature of EU politics—that it depoliticizes policy-making by reducing its political nature and potential for conflict. An atmosphere with both foreign language use and a reliance on translation leads to communication that is simple, utilitarian, neutralized, and involves commonly shared phrases and expressions. Policymakers tend to disregard politically charged language and they are constrained in their ability to use vague or ambiguous language to gloss over disagreements by the need for consistency across languages.
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
ISBN: 0472902733
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 286
Book Description
Multilingualism is an ever-present feature in political contexts around the world, including multilingual states and international organizations. Increasingly, consequential political decisions are negotiated between politicians who do not share a common native language. Nils Ringe uses the European Union to investigate how politicians’ reliance on shared foreign languages and translation services affects politics and policy-making. Ringe's research illustrates how multilingualism is an inherent and consequential feature of EU politics—that it depoliticizes policy-making by reducing its political nature and potential for conflict. An atmosphere with both foreign language use and a reliance on translation leads to communication that is simple, utilitarian, neutralized, and involves commonly shared phrases and expressions. Policymakers tend to disregard politically charged language and they are constrained in their ability to use vague or ambiguous language to gloss over disagreements by the need for consistency across languages.
Gender and the Language of Religion
Author: A. Jule
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 0230523498
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
This book contributes to an understanding of the complex relationship of gender and language alongside religion and religious life as experienced by various religious groups around the world. The intention is to put forward current studies in the field of linguistics and explore how gender and various religions intersect with language use. The universal and diverse experience of religion provides for this unique collection of papers concerning the use of language in religious liturgy, in religious communities, and in interaction with identity. As such, the book will attract students and researchers in discourse, gender studies and religious studies.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 0230523498
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
This book contributes to an understanding of the complex relationship of gender and language alongside religion and religious life as experienced by various religious groups around the world. The intention is to put forward current studies in the field of linguistics and explore how gender and various religions intersect with language use. The universal and diverse experience of religion provides for this unique collection of papers concerning the use of language in religious liturgy, in religious communities, and in interaction with identity. As such, the book will attract students and researchers in discourse, gender studies and religious studies.
Windows 11 Inside Out
Author: Ed Bott
Publisher: Microsoft Press
ISBN: 0137682824
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 1362
Book Description
Conquer Windows 11 -- from the inside out! Dive into Windows 11 and really put your Windows expertise to work. Focusing on the most powerful and innovative features of Windows 11, this supremely well-organized reference packs hundreds of time-saving solutions, up-to-date tips, and workarounds. From personalizing your Windows user experience to maximizing security and privacy, you'll discover how experts tackle today's essential tasks. Make the most of Microsoft's latest Windows enhancements as you challenge yourself to new levels of mastery. Install, configure, and secure the latest versions of Windows 11 in any environment Use new Windows features to minimize distractions and maximize productivity Create an aesthetically pleasing workspace that syncs to all your Windows 11 devices Make the most of built-in apps and safely get more apps through the Microsoft Store Stay up-to-date with news, weather, and your personal commitments via the Widgets pane Leverage the Microsoft Edge browser's advanced security, privacy, and tracking prevention Protect your devices and data, and block malware and intruders Manage local and cloud storage, sync and share content, and make the most of File Explorer Fine-tune access controls with user accounts, passwords, and biometrics Reliably connect to and configure Windows networks Explore PowerShell and advanced administration tools, and manage Windows in the enterprise Run Windows 11 in a virtual machine or in the cloud Use Android apps from the Amazon Appstore Perform expert-level troubleshooting, optimization, and recovery
Publisher: Microsoft Press
ISBN: 0137682824
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 1362
Book Description
Conquer Windows 11 -- from the inside out! Dive into Windows 11 and really put your Windows expertise to work. Focusing on the most powerful and innovative features of Windows 11, this supremely well-organized reference packs hundreds of time-saving solutions, up-to-date tips, and workarounds. From personalizing your Windows user experience to maximizing security and privacy, you'll discover how experts tackle today's essential tasks. Make the most of Microsoft's latest Windows enhancements as you challenge yourself to new levels of mastery. Install, configure, and secure the latest versions of Windows 11 in any environment Use new Windows features to minimize distractions and maximize productivity Create an aesthetically pleasing workspace that syncs to all your Windows 11 devices Make the most of built-in apps and safely get more apps through the Microsoft Store Stay up-to-date with news, weather, and your personal commitments via the Widgets pane Leverage the Microsoft Edge browser's advanced security, privacy, and tracking prevention Protect your devices and data, and block malware and intruders Manage local and cloud storage, sync and share content, and make the most of File Explorer Fine-tune access controls with user accounts, passwords, and biometrics Reliably connect to and configure Windows networks Explore PowerShell and advanced administration tools, and manage Windows in the enterprise Run Windows 11 in a virtual machine or in the cloud Use Android apps from the Amazon Appstore Perform expert-level troubleshooting, optimization, and recovery
Global Trends in Teaching English Language and Literature.
Author: Dr. J. M. Shobha
Publisher: Alborear (OPC) Pvt. Ltd.
ISBN: 8194666066
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
With great pleasure and enthusiasm, I welcome you to this edition of the research articles on Global Trends in Teaching and Learning English Language and Literature. As we all understand, change is an unchanging reality, embracing change and staying updated with the latest trends in teaching and learning is crucial for continuous improvement and enhancement in the field of education. In these pages, you will find a collection of insightful articles and research findings from esteemed authors and experts in their respective fields. I hope that the content presented here enriches your knowledge and sparks new ideas. May the discussions and collaborations over the topic inspire us to elevate the standards of teaching and learning ensuring a brighter future for English language education. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the authors for their valuable contributions. Together, we have crafted a volume that adds significant depth to our understanding of the evolving trends in language education.
Publisher: Alborear (OPC) Pvt. Ltd.
ISBN: 8194666066
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
With great pleasure and enthusiasm, I welcome you to this edition of the research articles on Global Trends in Teaching and Learning English Language and Literature. As we all understand, change is an unchanging reality, embracing change and staying updated with the latest trends in teaching and learning is crucial for continuous improvement and enhancement in the field of education. In these pages, you will find a collection of insightful articles and research findings from esteemed authors and experts in their respective fields. I hope that the content presented here enriches your knowledge and sparks new ideas. May the discussions and collaborations over the topic inspire us to elevate the standards of teaching and learning ensuring a brighter future for English language education. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the authors for their valuable contributions. Together, we have crafted a volume that adds significant depth to our understanding of the evolving trends in language education.
The Political Economy of Affect and Emotion in East Asia
Author: Jie Yang
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134634641
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
When thinking about the culture and economy of East Asia, many attribute to the region a range of dispositions, including a preference for consensus and social harmony, loyalty and respect towards superiors and government, family values, collectivism, and communitarianism. Affect is central to these concepts, and yet the role of affect and its animated or imagined potentialities in the political economy of East Asia has not been systematically studied. The book examines the affective dimensions of power and economy in East Asia. It illuminates the dynamics of contemporary governance, and ways of overcoming common Western assumptions about East Asian societies. Here, affect is defined as felt quality that gives meaning and imagination to social, political, and economic processes, and as this book demonstrates, it can provide an analytical tool for a nuanced and enriched analysis of social, political, and economic transformations in East Asia. Through ethnographic and media analyses, this book provides a framework for analyzing emerging phenomena in East Asia, such as happiness promotion, therapeutic governance, the psychologization of social issues, the rise of self-help genres, transnational labor migration, new ideologies of gender and the family, and mass-mediated affective communities. Through the lens of affect theory, the contributors explore changing political configurations, economic engagements, modes of belonging, and forms of subjectivity in East Asia, and use ethnographic research and discourse analysis to illustrate the affective dimensions of state and economic power and the way affect informs and inspires action. This interdisciplinary book will be of great interest to students and scholars of Asian studies, anthropology, sociology, media studies, history, cultural studies, and gender and women’s studies.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1134634641
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
When thinking about the culture and economy of East Asia, many attribute to the region a range of dispositions, including a preference for consensus and social harmony, loyalty and respect towards superiors and government, family values, collectivism, and communitarianism. Affect is central to these concepts, and yet the role of affect and its animated or imagined potentialities in the political economy of East Asia has not been systematically studied. The book examines the affective dimensions of power and economy in East Asia. It illuminates the dynamics of contemporary governance, and ways of overcoming common Western assumptions about East Asian societies. Here, affect is defined as felt quality that gives meaning and imagination to social, political, and economic processes, and as this book demonstrates, it can provide an analytical tool for a nuanced and enriched analysis of social, political, and economic transformations in East Asia. Through ethnographic and media analyses, this book provides a framework for analyzing emerging phenomena in East Asia, such as happiness promotion, therapeutic governance, the psychologization of social issues, the rise of self-help genres, transnational labor migration, new ideologies of gender and the family, and mass-mediated affective communities. Through the lens of affect theory, the contributors explore changing political configurations, economic engagements, modes of belonging, and forms of subjectivity in East Asia, and use ethnographic research and discourse analysis to illustrate the affective dimensions of state and economic power and the way affect informs and inspires action. This interdisciplinary book will be of great interest to students and scholars of Asian studies, anthropology, sociology, media studies, history, cultural studies, and gender and women’s studies.
Ethnic Minority Languages in China
Author: Qingsheng Zhou
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN: 1501511513
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
This book describes and analyzes the situation of minority languages in China.
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN: 1501511513
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 345
Book Description
This book describes and analyzes the situation of minority languages in China.