Marcel Danesi Books

Exploring the intersection of language and cognition, this book delves into how linguistic constructs shape perception and belief systems. It examines the mechanisms through which language can manipulate thoughts and influence political narratives, revealing the profound impact of rhetoric in shaping public opinion and fostering conspiracy theories. Through a cognitive linguistic lens, it highlights the intricate relationship between communication and the formation of beliefs in political contexts.

Exploring Giambattista Vico's theory of poetic logic, this book positions it as a foundational element in mathematics, linking instinctive counting and spatial perception to metaphorical symbolism and the origins of language. It examines contemporary research on mathematical cognition, aligning it with Vico's paradigm and building on the work of Kasner and Newman. By revisiting Vico's insights, the book offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of early mathematics and poetic language, enriching current discussions in the field.

Build your confidence in communicating through mastery of Italian grammar with this comprehensive guide and workbook. Effective communication in a new language comes from consistent practice, and this resource covers all essential aspects of Italian grammar, followed by numerous exercises to apply your skills. Each chapter features clear explanations and realistic examples, focusing on how Italian is actually spoken. You will encounter dozens of varied exercises that enhance your understanding, while new vocabulary is introduced within the exercises and in convenient panels. This premium edition includes audio recordings and flashcards, available online and via an app, adding flexibility to your study routine. You’ll find clear, easy-to-follow explanations that simplify complex principles, over 250 exercises with a detailed answer key for progress checks, and example sentences that clarify each grammatical point. Additionally, practical, high-frequency vocabulary is used throughout, along with "Grammar in Culture" features that connect grammatical topics to contemporary Italian culture. A new final chapter of review exercises tests your understanding, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

Exploring the prevalence of misinformation and deception in contemporary society, this book delves into the "science of lying" to uncover why individuals may be growing accustomed to falsehoods. It examines the impact of fake news and conspiracy theories on public perception and trust in political and cultural leaders, highlighting the psychological and societal implications of widespread dishonesty.

Build up your Italian grammar skills and communicate with ease The only way to boost your confidence in a second language is to practice, practice, practice. From the present tense of regular verbs to direct object pronouns, this comprehensive guide and workbook covers all aspects of Italian grammar that you need to master. Focusing on the practical aspects of Italian as it's really spoken, each unit of Practice Makes Perfect: Complete Italian Grammar features clear explanations, numerous realistic examples, and lots of engaging exercises. Practice Makes Perfect: Complete Italian Grammar makes mastering grammar easy with: With help from this book, you can effortlessly use:Possessive adjectives • Relative pronouns • Gerunds • Expressions of time • The passive and the impersonal Si * The subjunctive mood * Question words

Enhance cognitive abilities and strengthen mental agility through a series of engaging exercises and strategies. This guide offers practical techniques designed to improve memory, focus, and problem-solving skills. Readers will find a variety of activities that challenge the brain, promote critical thinking, and foster creativity. Whether for personal development or academic success, this book serves as a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to elevate their mental performance.

In this book, Marcel Danesi presents a historical overview of the ten greatest achievements in mathematics, and dynamically explores their importance and effects on our daily lives.

Italian grammar comes easy with practice, practice, practice!

All the skill-building Italian language practice you need―with five books in one value-packed volume―plus support from the McGraw Hill Language Lab app The most effective way to learn any new language is to practice, practice, and practice, and no other workbooks put as much emphasis on this as the Practice Makes Perfect series. In Practice Makes Complete Italian All-in-One , you get five skill-building titles to help you build a solid foundation of verbs, vocabulary, grammar and conversational skills―all in one value-packed workbook. This easy-to-use, one-stop resource includes thorough explanations that are reinforced by hundreds of hands-on practice exercises to help you build the skills needed to break through the barrier to competency and fluency in Italian. Enhanced with a comprehensive index that makes it easy to reference all grammar explanations throughout the book, it's an ideal resource for both advanced beginning and intermediate level learning. This Premium Edition also includes extensive support through McGraw Hill’s unique Language Learning app, featuring streaming audio recordings of 48 dialogues and the answers to 85 exercises, a helpful "record yourself" feature and much more.

Focuses on sophisticated grammar topics that are needed to constructing longer, more complex sentences. This book is suitable for advanced students of Italian who have the foundation of good language skills and want to take their knowledge to the next level.