A Book of Russian Idioms Illustrated

A Book of Russian Idioms Illustrated
Author: M. I. Dubrovin
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2014-05-23
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 1483155668

A Book of Russian Idioms Illustrated highlights the role of Russian idioms in the historical development of the Russian language and how mastery of these idioms can bring about deeper understanding of the language. The book identifies the types of idioms that are discussed, and then states that phraseological fusions are word combinations whose meaning cannot be deduced from the meaning of their elements, while phraseological unities are word combinations whose meaning are partly dependent on the connotation of their individual words. The idioms are arranged alphabetically as units, and each entry is composed of a Russian idiom with its transliteration, literal translation, and explanation. English equivalents are also provided. The text underscores the use of pictures to depict the meaning of idioms and to illustrate their real meanings. The illustrations are presented in a humorous manner, showing the influence of humor in Russian idioms. The manuscript notes that Russian idioms are greatly of popular origin, hence they practically deal with human relations. The book is a vital reference for English speaking students of the Russian language who are familiar with the essentials of Russian grammar and basic Russian vocabulary.

Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend

Encyclopedia of Russian and Slavic Myth and Legend
Author: Mike Dixon-Kennedy
Publisher: Abc-Clio Incorporated
Total Pages: 375
Release: 1998-01-01
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 9781576071304

Covers the myths and legends of the Russian Empire at its greatest extent as well as other Slavic people and countries. Includes historical, geographical, and biographical background information.

The Secret Language of Symbols

The Secret Language of Symbols
Author: David Fontana
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2003-02
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780811838214

Explores the culture, history, and psychology that lies behind a wide range of symbols.

ICLLT 2019

ICLLT 2019
Author: Maizatulliza Muhammad
Publisher: European Alliance for Innovation
Total Pages: 435
Release: 2020-02-18
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1631902261

The 1st International Conference on Language and Language Teaching (ICLLT 2019) is a bi-annual international conference hosted by the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training Universitas Tidar. The 1st ICLLT 2019 brings a central issue on "New Directions of Language and Language Teaching in Facing Industrial Revolution Era 4.0". The conference serves researchers, academics, and practitioners to present the research findings, share thoughts, and experiences to improve the quality of language teaching in Indonesia. The conference invited four keynotes speakers: Hywel Coleman (University of Leeds, United Kingdom), Dr. Maizatulliza Muhammad (Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Malaysia), Dr. Robbie Lee Sabnani (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore), and Dr. Dwi Winarsih (Universitas Tidar, Indonesia). This year's conference invited presenters with 56 articles were selected to be published. It was also a great pleasure to work with the presenters for presenting excellent papers, the committee for the hard work in organizing the conference, and all parties who have been contributing to the conference and the publication of the proceedings. We also expect that the future ICLLT will be a successful event, as indicated by the increasing contributions presented in this volume.

Key Ideas in Linguistics and the Philosophy of Language

Key Ideas in Linguistics and the Philosophy of Language
Author: Siobhan Chapman
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2009-01-19
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0748631429

This book offers introductory entries on 80 ideas that have shaped the study of language up to the present day. Entries are written by experts in the fields of linguistics and the philosophy of language to reflect the full range of approaches and modes of thought. Each entry includes a brief description of the idea, an account of its development, and its impact on the field of language study. The book is written in an accessible style with clear descriptions of technical terms, guides to further reading, and extensive cross-referencing between entries. A useful additional feature of this book is that it is cross-referenced throughout with Key Thinkers in Linguistics and the Philosophy of Language (Edinburgh, 2005), revealing significant connections and continuities in the two related disciplines. Ideas covered range from Sense Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Logic, through Generative Semantics, Cognitivism, and Conversation Analysis, to Political Correctness, Deconstruction, and Corpora.

Drama Techniques in Language Learning

Drama Techniques in Language Learning
Author: Alan Maley
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1983-01-20
Genre: Foreign Language Study
ISBN: 9780521288682

Drama Techniques in Language Learning offers a large selection of techniques for use at all levels which focus learners' attention on communicative tasks or activities. These involve the whole personality of the learner and provide real reasons for expressing feelings and opinions. The techniques require no special training and can easily be introduced into normal course work. This greatly expanded highly successful edition provides: advice on using the techniques in the classroom; 150 ideas for interesting and productive fluency practice; clear instructions for the teacher; and detailed cross-referencing between exercises.

The Craft of Writing

The Craft of Writing
Author: William Sloane
Publisher: W W Norton & Company Incorporated
Total Pages: 123
Release: 1983
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 9780393300505

A writer, editor, publisher, and teacher, Sloane presents his ideas on writing and on teaching the craft of writing in chapters derived chiefly from lectures presented at the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference