This author writes under multiple pseudonyms, with their works delving into the depths of the human experience. Their style is often characterized as insightful and reflective, focusing on themes that resonate with universal emotions. Through their literary creations, they aim to illuminate the complexities of life and human nature. Their distinctive voice invites readers to contemplate the world around them and their own inner lives.
In a devastated realm once ruled by the thunderbird, Twigs and Thistle confront the aftermath of destruction, where burned trees and scarred mountains testify to a lost world. As they navigate this desolate landscape, the absence of life heightens the sense of urgency to uncover the mysteries behind the devastation and restore balance to the realm.
Children often assume that being fair means that everyone gets the same number of cookies, but at the heart of fairness is consideration, respect, and caring for others. Your readers will encounter real-life situations in which young people figure out how to act fairly. They'll meet Ben and Jane who are playing on the swings at recess while other children wait to use the swings. What is the fair thing to do? Each spread consists of one of these relatable scenarios along with a full-color photograph. Fun, accessible text encourages readers to consider how they treat others as they discover what it means to be fair.
Each player has his or her own job in soccer and baseball. They each do their part to contribute to the team. Teamwork is also important outside of sports. We use teamwork in our classroom, in our community, and at home with our family. Readers are presented with different scenarios in which young people use teamwork to achieve a certain goal, like when Nicole's neighbor becomes ill, everyone in the neighborhood takes on a job with the goal of helping the sick neighbor. Each spread contains a color photograph that imparts the importance and rewards of working as a team.
A Star, a Shield and One Smooth Stone
A passionate book lover shares her journey through literature, describing how it has provided her with joy, escape, and adventure. As a proud nurse, she reflects on the blessings of her job, family, and friendships, all while expressing her deep faith. Inspired by her experiences, she embraces her desire to write, hoping to share her story with readers. This heartfelt narrative captures the essence of gratitude and the transformative power of storytelling.
The book explores the intricate dynamics between politicians, the media, and the public, focusing on the language used in these interactions. It provides comprehensive coverage of essential topics such as political communication, media influence, and public perception, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the role of language in shaping political discourse. Through accessible explanations, it aims to illuminate how communication strategies affect political outcomes and public engagement.
Rhode Island's coastline, known for having the highest shipwreck density in the U.S., is rich with maritime history dating back to the early 17th century. The narrative chronicles the numerous vessels that succumbed to peril due to inclement weather, human mistakes, and military conflicts. It highlights both catastrophic shipwrecks with significant loss of life and minor incidents where salvage was possible. The book features striking images from the 19th and 20th centuries, showcasing the diverse vessels that navigated these waters when the ocean was a vital transportation route.
Suitable for researchers and students in the field of corpus linguistics and, secondly, this title offers an introduction to corpus techniques for practitioners of discourse studies. It delves into a variety of language topics and areas including metaphor, irony, evaluation, (im)politeness, stylistics, language change and sociopolitical issues.