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| Author | : Abram De Swaan |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 366 |
| Release | : 2013-05-29 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 074566346X |
This bold and accessible study of human languages and communication explores issues which are at the forefront of today's globalized society. The human species is divided into more than five thousand language groups that do not understand each other. And yet these groups constitute one coherent world language system, connected by multilingual speakers in a surprisingly powerful way. The chances of a language thriving depend on its position in the system. There are thousands of small, peripheral languages, each connected to one of a hundred central languages. The entire system is held together by one global language: English. A language is a ‘hypercollective' good: the more speakers it has, the higher its communication value for each one of them. Thus, when people think that a language is gaining new speakers, that in itself is a reason for them to want to learn it too. That is why, in an age of globalization, only a few languages remain for transnational communication and these often prevail even in national societies. This important book discusses a number of specific constellations in detail: India, Indonesia, Sub-Saharan Africa, South Africa and the European Union. De Swaan concludes by providing a sober but illuminating view of language policy in multilingual societies. This book will be essential reading for those studying sociology, communication studies and linguistics.
| Author | : Sarah Ogilvie |
| Publisher | : Cambridge University Press |
| Total Pages | : 261 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 1107021839 |
Demonstrates that the Oxford English Dictionary is an international product in both its content and its making.
| Author | : Margaret Ann Richek |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 436 |
| Release | : 1996 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 9780395750513 |
| Author | : Motomitsu Maehara |
| Publisher | : Words of the World |
| Total Pages | : 20 |
| Release | : 2021-05-04 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 9781735000565 |
Bird. Oiseau. Pájaro. In this delightful board book, explore words of the world and learn the names of a variety of colorful birds in the six most widely spoken languages. Curious minds will love the playful, brightly colored collages and multilingual exploration of birds and their names from around the world. This beautiful board book pairs gorgeous collages of eighteen types of birds with their names across the six most popular languages worldwide: English, Spanish, French, Hindi, Chinese (Mandarin), and Arabic, as well as the language of universal friendship, Esperanto. This book is the perfect size for little hands, and children (and parents) will enjoy testing out each word and identifying similarities in sounds across languages as well as the names that stand out. The Words of the World board book series encourages multilingual exploration and curiosity about our world among young readers. Each book promotes language learning through playful and sophisticated collages and even includes phonetic pronunciation for Hindi, Chinese, and Arabic. Language is a powerful tool that binds us together across cultures, and developing our skills beyond a single language helps us to expand our ability to: -Problem-solve and use critical-thinking skills -Consider other people's perspectives -Become aware of our surroundings A perfect gift to help spark curiosity, a love of learning, and language skills in young readers. Printed on FSC-certified paper with vegetable inks.
| Author | : Ladybird |
| Publisher | : Ladybird |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2021-05-06 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 9780241465257 |
Welcome to A World of Words! This contemporary illustrated treasury of everyday first words contains over 250 words for your toddlers to discover. They will enjoy exploring the brightly-coloured themed pages and busy scenes within A World of Words. Clear labels and simple questions on every page will not only encourage a child's curiosity but also support further learning and language development. The clear and stylish artwork from Emilie Lapeyre will help children connect each word with their image and help little learners as they develop into little readers. First words Introduces the world Recommended for children 2+
| Author | : Yee-Lum Mak |
| Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
| Total Pages | : 62 |
| Release | : 2016-10-11 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 1452163111 |
Discover words to surprise, delight, and enamor. Learn terms for the sunlight that filters through the leaves of trees, for dancing awkwardly but with relish, and for the look shared by two people who each wish the other would speak first. Other-Wordly is an irresistible ebook for lovers of words and those lost for words alike.
| Author | : Edward Phillips |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 726 |
| Release | : 1720 |
| Genre | : English language |
| ISBN | : |
| Author | : Paul Anthony Jones |
| Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
| Total Pages | : 286 |
| Release | : 2020-09-01 |
| Genre | : History |
| ISBN | : 022668279X |
What makes a place so memorable that it survives forever in a word? In this captivating round-the-world tour, Paul Anthony Jones acts as your guide through the intriguing stories of how eighty places became immortalized in the English language. You’ll discover why the origins of turkeys, limericks, Brazil nuts, and Panama hats aren’t quite as straightforward as you might presume. If you’ve never heard of the tiny Czech mining town of Jáchymov—or Joachimsthal, as it was known until the late 1800s—you’re not alone, which makes its claim to fame as the origin of the word “dollar” all the more extraordinary. The story of how the Great Dane isn’t all that Danish makes the list, as does the Jordanian mountain whose name has become a byword for a tantalizing glimpse. We’ll also find out what the Philippines has given to your office inbox, what Alaska has given to your liquor cabinet, and how a speech given by a bumbling North Carolinian gave us a word for impenetrable nonsense. Surprising, entertaining, and illuminating, this is essential reading for armchair travelers and word nerds. Our dictionaries are full of hidden histories, tales, and adventures from all over the world—if you know where to look.
| Author | : Hannah Malcolm |
| Publisher | : SCM Press |
| Total Pages | : 166 |
| Release | : 2020-12-07 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 0334059860 |
How do we talk about climate grief in the church? And when we have found the words, what do we do with that grief? There is a sudden and dramatic rise in people experiencing a profound sense of anxiety in the face of our dying planet, and a consequent need for churches to be better resourced pastorally and theologically to deal with this threat. Words for a Dying World brings together voices from across the world - from the Pacific islands to the pipelines of Canada, from farming communities in Namibia to activism in the UK. Author royalties from the sale of this book are split evenly between contributors. The majority will be pooled as a donation to ClientEarth. The remainder will directly support the communities represented in this collection. Contributors include Anderson Jeremiah, Azariah France-Williams, David Benjamin Blower, Holly-Anna Petersen, Isabel Mukonyora, Jione Havea, and Maggi Dawn.
| Author | : Andrea Gardner |
| Publisher | : Hay House, Inc |
| Total Pages | : 193 |
| Release | : 2012-04-30 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : 1848508794 |
“A great reminder that what we think creates the life we live.” - Marianne Williamson A book of transformation and guidance that cheers the spirit and awakens a sense of personal responsibility. We use words every day to communicate, to express our feelings and thoughts, but we often forget how powerful they can be and how important it is to choose them with care if we wish to attract love, happiness and success. With honesty and warmth, Andrea Gardner shares her own ups and downs on her journey to changing her words and her world, and provides the inspiration and tools that you need to find your own true purpose and transform your life to match your dreams. From attracting prosperity and improving your relationships, to finding your true purpose and serving the world, Andrea touches on a wide variety of themes, and helps you laugh at your failings with love, and then pick yourself up and carry on to the wonderful life that you truly deserve. This is a light and entertaining read, but it contains a very powerful message that may very well change your world for good.
