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Book Constructions in Cognitive Contexts

Download or read book Constructions in Cognitive Contexts written by Franziska Günther and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2016-11-07 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In what ways are language, cognition and perception interrelated? Do they influence each other? This book casts a fresh light on these questions by putting individual speakers’ cognitive contexts, i.e. their usage-preferences and entrenched patterns of linguistic knowledge, into the focus of investigation. It presents findings from original experimental research on spatial language use which indicate that these individual-specific factors indeed play a central role in determining whether or not differences in the current and/or habitual linguistic behaviour of speakers of German and English are systematically correlated with differences in non-linguistic behaviour (visual attention allocation to and memory for spatial referent scenes). These findings form the basis of a new, speaker-focused usage-based model of linguistic relativity, which defines language-perception/cognition effects as a phenomenon which primarily occurs within individual speakers rather than between speakers or speech communities.

Book Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society

Download or read book Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society written by Kristin A. Bates and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2020-01-21 with total page 489 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: |"Juvenile Delinquency in a Diverse Society, Third Edition presents students with a fresh, intersectional examination of juvenile delinquency in the context of real communities and social policies-integrating many social factors that shape juvenile delinquency and its control, including race, ethnicity, class, gender, and sexuality. Authors Kristin A. Bates and Richelle S. Swan use true stories and contemporary examples to link theories of delinquency not just to current public policies, but to existing community programs-encouraging readers to consider how theories of delinquency can be used to create new policies and programs in their own communities. Readers will gain a foundational understanding of the social diversity that contextualizes varying experiences and behavior of juvenile delinquency, as well as a deeper appreciation for the policies, social justice, and community programs that make up the juvenile system"--

Book Scripted Journeys

Download or read book Scripted Journeys written by Tom Nuenen and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ubiquity of computation in daily life has had decisive influence on the imaginative aspects of tourism. Online knowledge of the world is readily available through mapping services, social media, travel blogs, and online reviews. From booking and Googling, to posting and reminiscing: all stages of one’s trip can be guided and augmented by increasingly connective, personalized, and optimized algorithmic systems. In the face of this informational abundance, hypermediated tourism is fixated on access to authenticity. Peer to peer accommodation offers tourists a chance to "live like a local." Professional bloggers instruct not just on where, but on how to travel. Review websites aggregate the feedback of millions into "objective," data-driven authentication of destinations. And virtual technologies take users to places they could not dream of reaching physically. Based on a comparative ethnography of touristic blogs and vlogs, review websites, and video game environments, Scripted Journeys presents a critical analysis of touristic practice in digital ecologies. This hypermediated tourism engages technology as a harbinger of self-possession and waywardness, yet produces its own forms of digital dependence. The resulting "scripted journeys" internalize a tension between authenticity as autonomy and control, and the implicit compliance of making use of technological extensions.

Book Deviance and Social Control

Download or read book Deviance and Social Control written by Michelle Inderbitzin and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2020-07-23 with total page 657 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deviance and Social Control: A Sociological Perspective provides a sociological examination of deviant behavior in society, with a significant focus on the major sociological theories of deviance and society’s reaction to deviance using readings from classic and current research.

Book Perspectives on Deviance and Social Control

Download or read book Perspectives on Deviance and Social Control written by Michelle Inderbitzin and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2018-11-21 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perspectives on Deviance and Social Control provides a sociological examination of deviance and social control in society. Derived from the same author team’s successful text/reader version, this concise and student-friendly resource uses sociological theories to illuminate a variety of issues related to deviant behavior and societal reactions to deviance. The authors briefly explain the development of major sociological theoretical perspectives and use current research and examples to demonstrate how those theories are used to think about and study the causes of deviant behavior and the reactions to it. Focusing on the application—rather than just the understanding—of theory, the Second Edition offers a practical and fascinating exploration of deviance in our society.

Book Ultimate Journeys for Two

    Book Details:
  • Author : Mike Howard
  • Publisher : National Geographic Books
  • Release : 2017
  • ISBN : 1426218397
  • Pages : 276 pages

Download or read book Ultimate Journeys for Two written by Mike Howard and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by the founders of HoneyTrek.com, this inspiring book reveals hidden-gem destinations and insider tips for unforgettable couples travel. In these informative pages, Mike and Anne Howard--officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the acclaimed travel blog HoneyTrek--whisk you away to journeys of a lifetime. Drawing on their experience traveling together across seven continents, they curate the globe and offer tested-and-approved recommendations for intrepid couples, bringing culture, adventure, and romance to any couple--no matter their age or budget. Chapters are organized by type of destination (for example, beaches, mountains, and deserts) to help travelers discover new places and experiences based on their interests. Each entry focuses on a specific region, getting to the essence of each locale and its one-of-a-kind offerings. The authors reveal the best time to visit, the best places to stay, and recommended activities--each with their own adventure rating to illustrate level of intensity. Special features include funny and insightful stories from the Howards' own adventures, expert advice from other renowned traveling couples, and tips to increase the romance and excitement at each destination. A large map shows every location covered in the book, and each entry has a locator map depicting the city and country. Both entertaining and informative, this book is an invaluable resource and inspiration for a lifetime of travel.

Book Folktales of Newfoundland Pbdirect

Download or read book Folktales of Newfoundland Pbdirect written by J.D.A. Widdowson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-02-20 with total page 878 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of Newfoundland folk narratives, first published in 1996, grew out of extensive fieldwork in folk culture in the province. The intention was to collect as broad a spectrum of traditional material as possible, and Folktales of Newfoundland is notable not only for the number and quality of its narratives, but also for the format in which they are presented. A special transcription system conveys to the reader the accents and rhythms of each performance, and the endnote to each tale features an analysis of the narrator’s language. In addition, Newfoundland has preserved many aspects of English and Irish folk tradition, some of which are no longer active in the countries of their origin. Working from the premise that traditions virtually unknown in England might still survive in active form in Newfoundland, the researchers set out to discover if this was in fact the case.

Book The Twentieth Century Money Law

Download or read book The Twentieth Century Money Law written by Timothy Wright and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Sustainability Leadership in Tourism

Download or read book Sustainability Leadership in Tourism written by Florian Kaefer and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-08-31 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This professional guidebook highlights sustainable tourism development and management for businesses and destinations. It presents a unique collection of expert interviews, combined with latest insights and thoughts on the most relevant topics and trends linked to sustainability in tourism, sustainable business management, and destination development. This is a book which offers inspiring personal stories and reflections, and at the same time serves as essential know-how guide for busy tourism entrepreneurs, managers, and developers who care about business resilience and the well-being of destination communities.

Book Official Gazette of the United States Patent Office

Download or read book Official Gazette of the United States Patent Office written by United States. Patent Office and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 1892 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book A French and English dictionary

Download or read book A French and English dictionary written by Randle Cotgrave and published by . This book was released on 1673 with total page 840 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Official Gazette of the United States Patent Office

Download or read book Official Gazette of the United States Patent Office written by USA Patent Office and published by . This book was released on 1915 with total page 1940 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Office of Mercy

    Book Details:
  • Author : Ariel Djanikian
  • Publisher : Penguin Group
  • Release : 2014-01-28
  • ISBN : 0143124374
  • Pages : 321 pages

Download or read book The Office of Mercy written by Ariel Djanikian and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 2014-01-28 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A cool and compelling” (Flavorwire) debut of a new postapocalyptic world for fans of The Hunger Games On the screen and on the page, dystopian fantasies have captivated the public imagination. In The Office of Mercy, debut novelist Ariel Djanikian has conceived a chilling, post-apocalyptic page-turner that has earned her glowing comparisons to George Orwell and Suzanne Collins. In America-Five, there is no suffering, hunger, or inequality. Its citizens inhabit a high-tech Utopia established after a global catastrophe known as the Storm radically altered the planet. Twenty-four-year-old Natasha Wiley works in the Office of Mercy, tasked with humanely terminating—or “sweeping”—the nomadic Storm survivors who live Outside. But after she joins a select team and ventures Outside for the first time, Natasha slowly unravels the mysteries surrounding the Storm—and the secretive elders who run America-Five.

Book Handbook of Inclusive Innovation

Download or read book Handbook of Inclusive Innovation written by Gerard George and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2019 with total page 543 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Inclusive and Social Innovation: The Role of Organizations, Markets and Communities offers a comprehensive review of research on inclusive innovation to address systemic and structural issues – the “Grand Challenges” of our time. With 27 contributions from 57 scholars, the Handbook provides frameworks and insights by summarising current research, and highlights emerging practices and scalable solutions. The contributions highlight a call to action and place social impact at the heart of theory and practice. It will be an invaluable resource for academics, practitioners, and policymakers who champion social inclusion and emphasize innovative approaches to addressing sustainable development goals.

Book The Complete Works of Algernon Blackwood

Download or read book The Complete Works of Algernon Blackwood written by Algernon Blackwood and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-23 with total page 4237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Works of Algernon Blackwood showcases the captivating and enigmatic writing style of one of the foremost supernatural fiction authors of the 20th century. Blackwood's stories often explore themes of the supernatural, cosmic horror, and the unknown, creating an eerie atmosphere that draws readers in. His prose is rich in detail and atmosphere, using vivid descriptions to immerse readers in his imaginative worlds. The collection includes a diverse range of works, from the chilling 'The Willows' to the mystical 'The Wendigo', offering a comprehensive look at Blackwood's talent as a writer. This anthology is a must-read for fans of classic horror and supernatural fiction. Algernon Blackwood's unique storytelling and ability to evoke feelings of unease and wonder make his works a timeless addition to the genre. Readers seeking to delve into the realms of the unknown and experience spine-tingling tales will find The Complete Works of Algernon Blackwood a captivating and haunting read.

Book Buckdancer   s Choice

    Book Details:
  • Author : James Dickey
  • Publisher : Wesleyan University Press
  • Release : 2012-02-08
  • ISBN : 0819570974
  • Pages : 80 pages

Download or read book Buckdancer s Choice written by James Dickey and published by Wesleyan University Press. This book was released on 2012-02-08 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the National Book Award (1966) Winner of the Melville Cane Award (1966) Whoever looks to a new book by James Dickeys for further work in an established mode, or for mere novelty, is going to be disappointed. But those who seek instead a true widening of the horizons of meaning, coupled with a sure-handed mastery of the craft of poetry, will find this latest collection satisfying indeed. Here is a man who matches superb gifts with a truly subtle imagination, into whose depths he is courageously traveling—pioneering—in exploratory penetrations into areas of life that are too often evaded or denied. "The Firebombing," "Slave Quarters," "The Fiend"—these poems, with the others that comprise the present volume, show a mature and original poet at his finest.