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Robert Young

    Robert J. C. Young is a distinguished postcolonial theorist and cultural critic. His work deeply engages with the intricate relationships between colonialism, culture, and literature. Young analyzes the ways identities and narratives are shaped by historical power structures, exploring literary and cultural expressions of resistance and transformation. His approach is rooted in an interdisciplinary examination of history, literary theory, and criticism, offering readers a profound lens through which to understand the contemporary world.

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    Critical Theory and Classroom Talk
    The Little Book of Whales
    What Jesus Said
    Murder in a Minor Key
    Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible
    • 2024

      Murder in a Minor Key

      • 350 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Set in Winnipeg during 1935, the story follows Detective Inspector Sidney Baxter, a brilliant investigator who navigates a city filled with glamour and grit despite being blind. When two seemingly unrelated murders occur without clear motives or witnesses, Baxter and his loyal assistant, Maxine Godbout, delve into the city's diverse locales—from racetracks to theaters—to uncover the truth. As they piece together clues, the narrative immerses readers in a richly detailed historical setting, highlighting both the challenges of Baxter's disability and the allure of a bygone era.

      Murder in a Minor Key
    • 2024

      The Little Book of Whales

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      This beautifully illustrated pocket-sized book offers a delightful exploration of the world's whales, showcasing their diversity and majesty. Each page invites readers to learn about various species, their habitats, and behaviors, making it an engaging resource for whale enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The compact format ensures that this informative guide is easily portable, perfect for on-the-go learning about these magnificent marine mammals.

      The Little Book of Whales
    • 2020

      What Jesus Said

      A Book Of Faith

      • 158 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on the teachings of Jesus, this book delves into various topics by highlighting His words and using supporting scripture. It aims to clarify and explain these themes, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Jesus' messages in today's complex world. Through thoughtful exploration, the author emphasizes the relevance of Jesus' teachings in contemporary life.

      What Jesus Said
    • 1992

      An application of Young's Habermasian critical theory of education to classroom communication problems of teachers in schools, with a special focus on the question/answer cycle and its educational role. The book uses classroom transcripts extensively in the analysis.

      Critical Theory and Classroom Talk
    • 1982

      Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible

      • 1216 pages
      • 43 hours of reading
      4.6(69)Add rating

      This volume of Young's is up-to-date, usable, and has more than 310,000 references, with over 1500 corrections. It is the first Young's that has been proofread word-for-word. Unlike most other concordances, Young's groups each listing of words in the King James Version of the Bible both by the English translation, and by the Greek or Hebrew words of the original language.

      Young's Analytical Concordance to the Bible