Download or read book The Colours of the Empire written by Patrícia Ferraz de Matos and published by Berghahn Books. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Portuguese Colonial Empire established its base in Africa in the fifteenth century and would not be dissolved until 1975. This book investigates how the different populations under Portuguese rule were represented within the context of the Colonial Empire by examining the relationship between these representations and the meanings attached to the notion of ‘race’. Colour, for example, an apparently objective criterion of classification, became a synonym or near-synonym for ‘race’, a more abstract notion for which attempts were made to establish scientific credibility. Through her analysis of government documents, colonial propaganda materials and interviews, the author employs an anthropological perspective to examine how the existence of racist theories, originating in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, went on to inform the policy of the Estado Novo (Second Republic, 1933–1974) and the production of academic literature on ‘race’ in Portugal. This study provides insight into the relationship between the racist formulations disseminated in Portugal and the racist theories produced from the eighteenth century onward in Europe and beyond.
Download or read book Color Language and Color Categorization written by Jonathan Brindle and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2016-08-17 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume represents a unique collection of chapters on the way in which color is categorized and named in a number of languages. Although color research has been a topic of focus for researchers for decades, the contributions here show that many aspects of color language and categorization are as yet unexplored, and that current theories and methodologies which investigate color language are still evolving. Some core questions addressed here include: How is color conceptualized through language? What kind of linguistic tools do languages use to describe color? Which factors tend to bias color language? What methodologies could be used to understand human color categorization and language better? How do color vocabularies evolve? How does context impact the color cognition? The chapters collected here adopt different theoretical and methodological approaches in describing new empirical research on how the concept of color is represented in a variety of different languages. Researchers in linguistics, psychology, and cognitive science present a set of new explorations and challenges in the area of color language. The book promotes several methodological and disciplinary dimensions to color studies. The color category is given an in-depth and broad-based examination, so a reader interested in color conceptualization for itself will be able to form a solid vision of the subject.
Download or read book Portuguese Map Symbols written by United States. Army. Corps of Engineers War Department and published by . This book was released on 1948 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Empire of the Senses written by and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2017-11-01 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Empire of the Senses brings together pathbreaking scholarship on the role the five senses played in early America. With perspectives from across the hemisphere, exploring individual senses and multi-sensory frameworks, the volume explores how sensory perception helped frame cultural encounters, colonial knowledge, and political relationships. From early French interpretations of intercultural touch, to English plans to restructure the scent of Jamaica, these essays elucidate different ways the expansion of rival European empires across the Americas involved a vast interconnected range of sensory experiences and practices. Empire of the Senses offers a new comparative perspective on the way European imperialism was constructed, operated, implemented and, sometimes, counteracted by rich and complex new sensory frameworks in the diverse contexts of early America. This book has been listed on the Books of Note section on the website of Sensory Studies, which is dedicated to highlighting the top books in sensory studies: www.sensorystudies.org/books-of-note
Download or read book Portuguese Map Symbols written by United States. Army Map Service and published by . This book was released on 1948 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Colors of Portugal written by Llatacca Rosa and published by . This book was released on 2018-08-30 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Palaces and churches to the humblest homes colored hand-painted tiles have decorated Portuguese buildings for centuries.Azulejos date as far back as the 13th century when the Moors invaded the land that now belongs to Spain and Portugal."Colors of Portugal" is not an essay but a collection of 110 beautiful "azulejo" tile patterns.
Download or read book The International Code of Signals written by United States. Hydrographic Office and published by . This book was released on 1890 with total page 470 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Portuguese Language for Foreigners written by Neil Mars and published by 22 Lions. This book was released on with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to embark on a language-learning journey? Look no further! "Portuguese Language for Foreigners: The Complete Beginner's Guide to Learning Portuguese and Traveling in Portugal as Presented by the World's Best Universities" is the ultimate resource for anyone who wants to learn Portuguese and immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Portugal. With the expertise of the world's top universities, this book provides a comprehensive compilation of texts, exercises, and valuable resources used to teach Portuguese to foreigners. Whether you prefer independent learning or want to study with a partner, this guide offers the most effective methods to help you master the Portuguese language. It's also a valuable manual for Portuguese language teachers and lecturers, providing them with the tools they need to create engaging and dynamic lessons. What sets this book apart is the author's extensive experience teaching Portuguese to foreign students, including establishing Portuguese departments in prominent Chinese universities. Through collaborations with esteemed institutions like the Universities of Guangdong, Harbin, Jilin, and Shanghai, the author has gained invaluable insights into language learning. With this knowledge, they have meticulously researched existing resources in the market to create a manual that guarantees faster, better, and more motivating results. As a lecturer, the author has been recognized as one of the most efficient language teachers in China. They have been recommended by the Portuguese Embassy as one of their best lecturers ever. Their students have even won numerous national awards for their exceptional speech, translation, interpretation, and writing skills. Impressively, many of these students have achieved fluency in Portuguese within just one month. The impact of this book is undeniable. Former students have gone on to become successful managers, entrepreneurs, translators, and interpreters in various renowned companies worldwide. They have found opportunities in countries such as Brazil, Portugal, Angola, Mozambique, Spain, Saudi Arabia, China, England, and the USA. This immersive guide to learning Portuguese is not just about acquiring language proficiency. It's an invitation to explore the rich and diverse Portuguese-speaking world. Whether you're planning a trip to Portugal, want to connect with Portuguese-speaking communities, or simply have a passion for language learning, "Portuguese Language for Foreigners" is your gateway to rewarding experiences and endless possibilities. Ready to embark on your language-learning journey? Buy "Portuguese Language for Foreigners" now and unleash your linguistic potential!
Download or read book Notorious The Maddest and Baddest Sportsmen on the Planet written by Richard Bath and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2009-12-10 with total page 11 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Straddling humour, trivia and sport, ‘Notorious’ brings together for the first time one hundred of the most potty sportsmen in history. From boxing to cycling, soccer to baseball, and most sports in between, here are the hard-men and the criminals, the psychos and the loonies, that make up the sporting madness hall of shame.
Download or read book Rick Steves Portugal written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2019-03-19 with total page 545 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stroll Lisbon's cobbled lanes, cruise the Douro River, and soak up the sun on Algarve beaches: experience Portugal with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Portugal you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Portugal Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the bone chapel of Évora and the palaces of Sintra to seaside street food and lush vineyards How to connect with culture: Chat with friendly locals over a glass of vinho verde, enjoy a dinner of fresh seafood stew, or spend an evening at a bluesy fado bar Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of local port Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and historic museums Detailed maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a Portuguese phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on Lisbon, Sintra, Salema, Cape Sagres, Lagos, Tavira, Évora, Nazaré, Batalha, Fátima, Alcobaça, Óbidos, Coimbra, Porto, Peso de Régua, Pinhão, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Portugal.
Download or read book Correspondence Concerning Claims Against Great Britain General appendix Parliamentary and judicial appendix written by United States. Department of State and published by . This book was released on 1869 with total page 688 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Tabular Statements of the Commerce and Shipping of the Ports of Rangoon Bassein Moulmein Tavoy Mergui Kyouk Phyoo and Akyab written by and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Africans and Native Americans written by Jack D. Forbes and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 1993-03-01 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jack D. Forbes's monumental Africans and Native Americans has become a canonical text in the study of relations between the two groups. Forbes explores key issues relating to the evolution of racial terminology and European colonialists' perceptions of color, analyzing the development of color classification systems and the specific evolution of key terms such as black, mulatto, and mestizo--terms that no longer carry their original meanings. Forbes also presents strong evidence that Native American and African contacts began in Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean.
Download or read book Senate Documents Otherwise Publ as Public Documents and Executive Documents written by United States. Congress. Senate and published by . This book was released on 1870 with total page 696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Correspondence concerning claims against Great Britain written by Anonymous and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-09-22 with total page 862 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1870.
Download or read book Portuguese Piano Music written by Nancy Lee Harper and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2013-01-10 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the first book of its kind, Nancy Lee Harper’s Portuguese Piano Music: An Introduction and Annotated Bibliography fills the gap in the historical record of Portuguese piano music from its start in the 18th century to the present. While although Spanish piano music is well documented owing to the reputation of such composers as Isaac Albéniz, Enrique Granados, and Manuel de Falla, our knowledge of compositions in the tradition of Portuguese piano music has not fared as well, barring the work of Carlos Seixas (1704–1742). This obscurity, however, reflects poorly on the history of early piano music in light of the many compositions written for fortepiano on behalf of the Portuguese court during the first half of the 18th century. Indeed, it was in the royal halls of King John V during his reign from 1706 to 1750 where the early fortepiano was frequently heard. In Portuguese Piano Music, Harper explores this rich musical tradition, offering a brief introduction to the pianistic history of Portugal and overviews of Portugal’s contributions to solo piano music, piano in instrumental chamber music, piano concerti, piano for multiple pianists including with works with electronics, and didactic piano. While paying close attention to female composers, Harper adds an annotated and graded bibliography that presents readers with a comprehensive inventory of compositions. Appendixes include a selected discography, list of publishers, and other types of critical source information. To further illustrate its contents, Portuguese Piano Music contains a CD on which Harper performs representative repertoire, some of which are world premieres. This work is aimed at pianists, teachers, pupils, musicologists, and music lovers seeking to discover the remarkable world of Portuguese piano music.
Download or read book A Flag Worth Dying For written by Tim Marshall and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-07-04 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combining keen analysis of current events with world history, Tim Marshall, author of the New York Times bestseller Prisoners of Geography, provides “an entertaining whistle-stop tour of world flags” (Library Journal)—how their power is used to unite and divide populations and intimidate enemies. For thousands of years flags have represented our hopes and dreams. We wave them. Burn them. March under their colors. And still, in the twenty-first century, we die for them. Flags fly at the UN, on Arab streets, from front porches in Texas. They represent the politics of high power as well as the politics of the mob. From the renewed sense of nationalism in China, to troubled identities in Europe and the USA, to the terrifying rise of Islamic State, the world is a confusing place right now and it’s important to understand the symbols, old and new, that people are rallying around. In nine chapters (covering the USA, UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Latin America, international flags, and flags of terror), Tim Marshall’s A Flag Worth Dying For is a “brisk, entertaining read…that successfully answers a puzzling question: how can a simple piece of cloth come to mean so much? Marshall presents an informative survey of these highly visible symbols of national or international pride” (Publishers Weekly), representing nation states and non-state actors (including ISIS, Hezbollah, and Hamas), and explains how they figure in diplomatic relations and events today. Drawing on more than twenty-five years of global reporting experience to reveal the true meaning behind the symbols that unite us—and divide us—Marshall “writes with the cool drollery that characterized the work of Christopher Hitchens or Simon Winchester” (USA TODAY). The “illuminating” (The New York Times) A Flag Worth Dying For is a winning combination of current affairs, politics, and world history and “a treasure vault for vexillologists, full of meaning beyond the hue and thread of the world’s banners” (Kirkus Reviews).
