Advanced English Grammar
With more than 50 years of teaching experience between them, Ilse Depraetere and Chad Langford present a grammar pitched precisely at advanced learners of English who need to understand how the English language really works without getting stalled in the complex specifics.Now fully updated and revised throughout, the third edition of this book pulls all of the relevant ideas from linguistic theory to support the language student to fully understand English grammar. After introducing form and function, the authors cover verbs, nouns, aspect and tense, modality and discourse. Readers are led through the underlying principles of language use, with the book presupposing only a basic grasp of linguistic terminology and focusing on the critical issues. This new edition includes updated examples from the press to represent a wider breadth of English language publications, including examples not only from The Guardian and the New York Times, but also from Indian and African publications. The new system to cross-reference all exercises with the core text in each chapter with discreet marginal notes makes the link between theory and practice more explicit. This edition also includes a new appendix of important phrasal verbs at an advanced level.Full of challenging exercises and supported by a companion website featuring an extensive answer key, a glossary and further exercises for study, this is the reference grammar of choice for both native and non-native English speakers.
Book Nerd Mini Wall Calendar 2026
BOOKISH JOY: If your favorite mug says, "I'd rather be reading," you have a minimum of five books on your nightstand, or you never once though the movie was better, this calendar is for you! CHARMING ILLUSTRATIONS: Each month features lovely art by Holly Maguire that captures the essence of what book nerds love: the passion for collecting, the escape of a good read, the joy of sharing books with friends, and the coziness of curling up with your favorite book and a cup of tea. GREAT GIFT: Perfect for bibliophiles and bookworms! The 7" x 7" mini size makes it a great fit for cubicles, lockers, and other small spaces. NOW PLASTIC-FREE!: Workman wall calendars are completely plastic-free! Now printed with an extended paper flap closed with a fully recyclable seal--no more shrink-wrap!
Royal Pavilion, Brighton: The Long Gallery Wallpaper (Foiled Journal)
New title in the Flame Tree Notebook collection, combining beautiful art with high-quality production, with lined pages, a pocket at the back, two ribbon bookmarks and a solid magnetic flap. Perfect as a gift, or personal choice for notetakers and journal users of all kinds. A FLAME TREE NOTEBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious the journals combine high-quality production and FSC-certified paper with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift, and an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers, travellers, students, poets and diarists. Features a wide range of well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published throughout the year. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted covers are printed on foil paper, embossed then foil stamped, complemented by the luxury binding and rose red endpapers, all FSC-certified. The covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table. PRACTICAL, EASY TO USE. Flame Tree Notebooks come with practical features too: a pocket at the back for scraps and receipts; two ribbon markers to help keep track of more than just a to-do list; robust ivory text paper, printed with lines; and when you need to collect other notes or scraps of paper the magnetic side flap keeps everything neat and tidy. THE ARTIST. The Royal Pavilion, Brighton, was constructed as the seaside pleasure palace of King George IV. The Long Gallery was used for guests to promenade and socialize. Its wallpaper depicts a bamboo grove with garden ornaments in light blue against sunset pink. The room also features imitation bamboo staircases made from cast iron with mahogany handrails. THE FINAL WORD. As William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."
A Book Lover's Year Engagement Calendar 2026
JUST FOR BOOK LOVERS: This brand-new weekly planner includes reading lists, audiobook recommendations, fascinating trivia, important author birthdays, and more to accompany the bibliophile's year. BEAUTIFUL AND PRACTICAL: Each week features a roomy grid with enough room to write down everything you need to do while you're not reading, plus a beautiful bookish image, ranging from full-color photographs to iconic author portraits to gorgeous art. MORE THAN JUST A PLANNER: Keep track of your reading year with specialized pages, room for notes, and lists of major literary award-winners at the back. NOW PLASTIC-FREE!: Workman Engagement calendars are packaged in a sturdy printed paper sleeve--no more shrink wrap!
How to Self-Publish a Children's Picture Book using Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)
Convergence and Divergence in the Eastern Circum-Baltic Area
The volume summarizes research on the structural convergence and divergence of languages in the eastern part of the Circum-Baltic Area by providing its profile against a genealogical and typological background. Methodological issues needed to assess factors that condition convergence in contact superposition zones, or that otherwise lead to differentiation among related varieties, are discussed. Against this backdrop synthetic surveys of major and minor Finnic languages are provided, followed by corpus-based case studies on morphosyntactic phenomena. The volume thus presents both a synthetic compendium and a series of specific up-to-date studies, with special attention to micro-variation.
"The Ebb and Pull of the Dream". An Ecocritical Reading of Cherie Dimaline's "The Marrow Thieves"
Bachelor Thesis from the year 2023 in the subject American Studies - Miscellaneous, grade: 1.0, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, language: English, abstract: This work explores how Indigenous literature, particularly "The Marrow Thieves" by M矇tis author Cherie Dimaline, responds to environmental destruction and climate change. Set in a dystopian near-future Canada devastated by ecological collapse, the novel follows a group of Indigenous characters fleeing from settlers who harvest their bone marrow, believed to be the cure for a mysterious illness that prevents non-Indigenous people from dreaming. The novel critiques ongoing colonial violence and its connection to environmental exploitation, highlighting how Indigenous communities are disproportionately affected by both. Through its characters and story, "The Marrow Thieves" shows the resilience of Indigenous peoples and the importance of traditional knowledge in surviving ecological crises. It challenges dominant ideas of development and progress, instead emphasizing the deep, interdependent relationship between humans and the natural world. This analysis uses eco-criticism and postcolonial theory to explore how Dimaline's novel exposes the roots of environmental collapse in colonial history and calls for a rethinking of our relationship with the environment, one guided by Indigenous perspectives and values.
Language Ideologies and Linguistic Identity in Heritage Language Learning
Language Ideologies and Linguistic Identity in Heritage Language Learning addresses the ways in which discourses about language value and identities of linguistic expertise are constructed and negotiated in the Spanish heritage language classroom, and how the classroom discourse shapes, and is shaped by, the world outside.
Data Analytics for Discourse Analysis with Python
This concise volume, using examples of psychotherapy talk, showcases the potential applications of data analytics for advancing discourse research and other related disciplines.
Agencies in Feminist Translator Studies
This book draws on the legacy of Canadian scholar Barbara Godard and her work in establishing the Canadian literary landscape as a means of exploring agency in feminist translation studies.
The Routledge Handbook of Discourse Analysis
The Routledge Handbook of Discourse Analysis covers the major approaches to Discourse Analysis from Critical Discourse Analysis to Multimodal Discourse Analysis and their applications in key educational and institutional settings.
Inscriptiones Citieae, Sive In Binas Inscriptiones Phoenicias, Inter Rudera Citii Nuper Repertas, Coniecturae
A Design Orientation to Second Language Writing Instruction
A Design Orientation to Second Language Writing Instruction presents the principles of a Design orientation to second language writing and argues for new directions in second language writing instruction.
Multimodal Affordances in Diplomatic Interpreting
This book offers an in-depth exploration of diplomatic interpreting as a complex form of multimodal interaction, drawing on examples from China-U.S. diplomatic interpreting activities to demonstrate the nuances of meaning transfer across modes and contexts.The volume introduces the notion of interpreting being inherently multimodal through its employment of a range of semiotic repertoires, including linguistic modes, gesture, audial information, spatial arrangement, and visual imagery. Featuring case studies from China-U.S. diplomatic interpreting scenarios, Cen and Irwin examine the means and reasons by which interpreters mediate the range of multimodal semiotic resources in such situations in order to accommodate different meanings across varied contexts and their strategies for contextualizing and recontextualizing meaning while navigating different diplomatic interests and interpersonal relationships. Taken together, the book outlines a new framework for understanding and analyzing bilateral interpreting through a multimodal lens, with implications for interpreting in international studies on a wider scale.This volume will be valuable reading for students and scholars in interpreting studies, applied linguistics, intercultural communication, and international relations.
A Glossary of Tudor and Stuart words, especially from the dramatists
Unlock the rich tapestry of Early Modern English with "A Glossary of Tudor and Stuart Words, Especially from the Dramatists," a remarkable treasure now revived by Alpha Editions. This essential guide breathes new life into the vibrant vocabulary of the Tudor and Stuart eras, offering readers a window into the language that shaped the works of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. Dive into a world where every word tells a story, exploring the dramatic language that defined an age of unparalleled creativity. This book meticulously catalogs Tudor vocabulary and Stuart language, making it an invaluable resource for both casual readers and dedicated collectors of classic literature. With its comprehensive entries on archaic English terms and theatrical vocabulary, it serves as a vital reference for anyone passionate about Renaissance literature and historical linguistics. After being out of print for decades, this edition is not merely a reprint; it s a lovingly restored collector s item and a cultural treasure, carefully crafted for today s and future generations. Whether you re a scholar seeking deeper literary analysis or a history enthusiast eager to understand the origins of dramatic language, this glossary is your key to unlocking the beauty and complexity of the past. Discover the words that once echoed in the great theaters of London and enrich your reading experience with this indispensable guide. Embrace the legacy of the Tudor and Stuart eras and let their language inspire you anew!
Introduction to Linguistics
This language is the subject matter of linguistics. The first step in scientifically discussing this language is to collect data about it and record it. Data are collected from spoken and written languages as needed, although modern linguistics tends to favor spoken language.A trained linguist can collect information about spoken language by listening to it and using memory; in most cases, that information is recorded using a special type of International Phonetic Alphabet created according to linguistic methods, and it is very easy to record on tape. Written records in that language-such as ancient manuscripts, inscriptions, old books, and statues-are used to discuss ancient languages. Information about different aspects of language, such as sound patterns and pronunciation processes, is collected with the help of devices like the kymograph, artificial palate, and X-ray photography. In this way, in the second phase of linguistics, information on various aspects of the language is collected, given a proper description, and analyzed.
A Concise Dictionary of Middle English from A.D. 1150 to 1580
Unlock the rich tapestry of the English language with "A Concise Dictionary of Middle English from A.D. 1150 to 1580," a remarkable resource that has been out of print for decades and is now lovingly republished by Alpha Editions. This edition is not just a reprint; it s a collector s item and a cultural treasure, meticulously restored for today s and future generations. Dive into the heart of Middle English vocabulary, where each entry reveals the etymology and evolution of words that shaped medieval literature and continue to influence modern English. This comprehensive Middle English guide serves as an essential language reference book for academics, linguists, and casual readers alike, offering invaluable insights into the historical linguistics of our language. Whether you re a classic literature enthusiast or a language learner seeking to deepen your understanding of English s roots, this dictionary opens the door to a fascinating era of linguistic development. Explore the nuances of Middle English and appreciate the beauty of words that have stood the test of time. Join the journey through history and language with this indispensable resource, perfect for both scholarly pursuits and personal exploration. Don t miss your chance to own a piece of literary heritage grab your copy today and enrich your understanding of English s vibrant past!
The Lab
Writers don't need formulas; they need encouragement to take risks. The Lab offers a bold, hands-on approach, urging writers to embrace uncertainty, experiment with form, and investigate what haunts them. The Lab features ten chapters and ninety exercises challenging writers to play with fiction, memoir, and poetry--or push toward hybrid or entirely new forms.This is a book for those ready to dig deep and write fearlessly.
The Art of Extempore Speaking; Or, the Principia of Pulpit and Platform Oratory
The Empire laughs back. Humour and Irony in the New Literatures in English
The Art of Extempore Speaking; Or, the Principia of Pulpit and Platform Oratory
Technological Innovation for Specialized Linguistic Domains
These are the proceedings of the Third Congress on Technological Innovation for Specialized Linguistic Domains (TISLID'18), which took place in 24-26 May 2018 at Ghent University, Belgium. This event was hosted by the UGent-based research groups MULTIPLES and LT3 in collaboration with the UNED-based ATLAS group. This volume captures a great deal of the knowledge and experiences that were shared there, related to the digital realities and methodological innovation involved in the use, processing and learning of languages and, specifically, those used in specialized domains. The first part deals with various issues related to language technologies; the second part focuses on work on technology-enhanced language learning; and the third part focuses in more depth on three modalities within TELL which are receiving particular attention from the research community nowadays: mobile, open and social language learning. This book will be useful for postgraduate students, practitioners and researchers interested in the common spaces between Information and Communication Technology and Languages for Specific Purposes in the context of our increasingly digital occupations, cultures and lives.
Washback Research in Language Assessment
Washback is understood as the effect tests have on teaching and learning, with positive washback producing intended outcomes and negative washback generating unintended effects. By surveying the latest developments in the field and charting future directions, this collection offers a comprehensive treatment of research on washback in the field of language assessment.The book contains chapters exploring fundamental aspects of washback, including the impact-by-design approach, theoretical models, validity frameworks, research designs, and methods. Additional chapters examine washback across various assessment contexts, covering migration-related proficiency tests, formative and standards-based assessments, multilingual and professional language assessments, and the role of technology, including computer-based testing and AI. The book also surveys washback research in primary, secondary, and higher mainstream education, and shadow education, with a focus on English learning in Asian contexts.This book will be of interest to scholars and stakeholders in language testing and assessment, educational measurement, and applied linguistics.
The History and Theory of Rhetoric
By tracing the traditional progression of rhetoric from the Greek Sophists to contemporary theorists, this updated eighth edition gives students a conceptual framework for evaluating and practicing persuasive writing and speaking in a wide range of settings, including written, visual, and digital media.Through an expansive historical purview, the book illustrates how persuasive public discourse performs essential social functions and shapes our societies, drawing on the ideas of many of history's greatest thinkers and theorists. This new edition includes an integrated exploration of non-Western rhetorics, an updated account of contemporary rhetoric, and enhanced analysis of rhetorical theory in a digital age. Known for its clear writing style and contemporary examples throughout, The History and Theory of Rhetoric emphasizes the relevance of rhetoric to today's students.This revised edition serves as a core textbook for rhetoric courses in both English and communication programs covering both the historical tradition of rhetoric and contemporary rhetoric studies.The book is supported by an extensive collection of free digital resources for students and instructors, including: Interactive quizzes to test your knowledge Exam prep questions Introductory lectures featuring Dr. Winslow Video and audio links A detailed Instructor Manual Lecture slides for each chapter Visit the Instructor & Student Resources website at routledgelearning.com/historyofrhetoric.
