Porter — Unsung heroes of the Lord of the Rings, 2005 год

22 июня, 2012 / Автор статьи: admin
Unsung heroes of the Lord of the Rings - Porter

Greenwood Press / —
Most criticism of The Lord of the Rings trilogy emphasizes the most likely heroes in the tales: Aragorn, Frodo, Gandalf, and even Sam. From popular to scholarly literature, the women and «smaller» characters often go overlooked. But our notions of what makes a hero have altered since September 11, and sometimes the most unlikely people can come to embody all that we look up to and admire in a person. Here, Lynnette Porter examines what we mean when we talk about heroes, and for the first time illustrates the heroic qualities that can be found in the women and other beloved, though less-celebrated, characters in the Lord of the Rings books and movies. She takes a critical look at the importance of literary and cinematic heroes in general, emphasizing the roles of Merry, Pippin, Galadriel, Eowyn, Arwen, Legolas, and Gimli, who can all be considered heroes despite their relatively smaller roles. She shows, ultimately, that our attraction to and celebration of heroes does not have to be limited to the «leading man,» but rather that women and youth often display essential characteristics of true heroes. Bringing together a discussion of both the books and the movies, Porter reveals for readers the heroic nature of several characters in The Lord of the Rings who have been ignored in terms of their status as heroes. Nevertheless, these female and youthful characters have received incredible popular acclaim and illustrate the shift in the way the Western movie-going public identifies and glorifies heroes. While other stars may have outshone the likes of Merry and Pippin, Arwen and Galadriel, Porter redirects the spotlight on these favorites of the books and movies to show us how the roles they play, the actions they take, and the behaviors they display are worthy of our praise and admiration. This unique and refreshing perspective adds dimension to our understanding of The Lord of the Rings phenomenon.

ISBN: 9780275985219
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Powell — Dictionary of Literary Inffluences, 2004 год

9 апреля, 2012 / Автор статьи: admin
Dictionary of Literary Inffluences - Powell

Greenwood Press / —
JOHN POWELL is Associate Professor of History at Cumberland College. In addition to the companion volume, Dictionary of Literary Influences: The Nineteenth Century, 1800-1914 (2001), he most recently published an article on the Third Marquess of Lansdowne in a special issue of Parliamentary History (2003).

ISBN: 9780313317842
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Amoia Alba — Multicultural Writers since 1945, 2003 год

10 марта, 2012 / Автор статьи: admin
Multicultural Writers since 1945 - Amoia Alba

Greenwood Press / —
The end of World War II led to increased interest in multicultural concerns and a flourishing of literary and artistic endeavors. It was also a time of decolonization and the emergence of new nations and cultures clamoring for recognition and respect. The political circumstances following World War II exposed many people to other cultures. This reference discusses the experiences of writers active since 1945 who were shaped by cultures other than their own.

ISBN: 9780313306884
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Steinberg Shirley — Contemporary Youth Culture, 2005 год

1 марта, 2012 / Автор статьи: admin
Contemporary Youth Culture - Steinberg Shirley

Greenwood Press / —
SHIRLEY STEINBERG is Associate Professor Head and Program Head, Graduate Literacy, Brooklyn College, CUNY, and a memeber of the graduate education faculty, CUNY Graduate Center. She is known internationally for her writing on youth cuture and education.

ISBN: 9780313327162
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Stolley Kathy S. — Basics of Sociology, 2004 год

20 февраля, 2012 / Автор статьи: admin
Basics of Sociology - Stolley Kathy S.

Greenwood Press / —
This book provides an introduction to core concepts in sociology. Accessibly written chapters illustrate the history and practice of sociological work. Recent areas of social science inquiry, e.g., globalization and the Internet are also covered. There are profiles of more than 70 notable sociologists. In addition, there is information on training and working as a sociologist.

ISBN: 9780313323874
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Wallace — Newspapers and the Making of Modern America, 2005 год

9 февраля, 2012 / Автор статьи: admin
Newspapers and the Making of Modern America - Wallace

Greenwood Press / —

ISBN: 9780313323201
твердый переплет, 224 стр.
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Salisbury Joyce — The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Daily Life (количество томов: 6), 2004 год

13 декабря, 2011 / Автор статьи: admin
The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Daily Life (количество томов: 6) - Salisbury Joyce

Greenwood Press / —
Our lives are built on essential but mundane things: food, shelter, families, neighbors, work, and play. Our activities rarely rise to headline-making greatness, and the same holds true for the majority of people throughout history. Yet it’s the unremembered details of people’s everyday struggles and successes that have shaped history and continue to drive the world we know. Based in part on Greenwood’s award-winning Daily Life through History series, The Greenwood Encyclopedia of Daily Life offers an unprecedented look at human history’s living heart: the billions of anonymous man and women too often forgotten by historical studies, but without whose lives human history would be meaningless. Providing unparalleled breadth and depth, this six-volume set is organized both thematically and chronologically. Each volume comprises seven chapters that span the realm of everyday life:
— Material Life
— Religious Life
— Domestic Life
— Political Life
— Recreational Life
— Intellectual Life
— Economic Life Panoramic overview articles show the full range and interconnections of everyday life throughout history. General topics are then broken into component parts, each of which is explored in detailed essays. The chronological and thematic organizations, aided by concept compasses that graphically show interconnections and act as visual navigational cues, reflect how students really learn. All regions of the world are covered at various points in their histories. Helpful research features include:
— Historical Overviews
— Concept Compasses
— Numerous Illustrations and Maps
— Chronologies
— Sidebars
— Primary Documents
— «For More Information» Guides

ISBN: 9780313325410
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Folsom — Understanding American Business Jargon: A Dictionary, 2005 год

7 ноября, 2011 / Автор статьи: admin
Understanding American Business Jargon: A Dictionary - Folsom

Greenwood Press / —
Business and culture are inextricably linked, each reflecting and reinforcing trends in the other. In Understanding American Business Jargon, W. Davis Folsom captures the essence of both by focusing on the terms and phrases that make up our business vocabulary. From «AAA» to «Zombie Bonds, » Folsom takes us on a tour of over 2500 concepts that cover the spectrum of business-speak. In this fully revised, updated, and expanded edition, Folsom captures the spirit of business in the new millennium, with such colorful terms as «adhocracy,» «Dilbert principle,» «hyperlink,» «traction,» and «viral marketing.» Each term is succinctly defined and described in context, and many are illustrated with quotations from the popular press. Including slang, acronyms, a bibliography, an introduction that discusses recent trends in business language, and cross-referenced throughout, Understanding American Business Jargon is not only a handy reference for any businessperson, student, or researcher, but an entertaining glimpse into our constantly evolving business culture.

ISBN: 9780313334504
твердый переплет, 364 стр.
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Mieder Wolfgang — Proverbs. A Handbook, 2004 год

3 октября, 2011 / Автор статьи: admin
Proverbs. A Handbook - Mieder Wolfgang

Greenwood Press / —
Just about everyone has heard at least one proverb, and most people have heard more. Proverbs offer a concise record of folk wisdom and have appeared in oral tradition, literature, art, and popular culture for centuries. One of the most varied and fascinating types of folklore, proverbs are studied at all levels and are of interest to a wide range of audiences. Written by the foremost authority on proverbs, this reference gives high school students, undergraduates, and general readers a concise yet comprehensive overview of proverbs in world culture. The volume begins with definitions and classifications of proverbs and a discussion of their origin and dissemination. It then discusses several representative proverbs from around the world. This is followed by a review of scholarship on proverbs. The book next looks at how several proverbs have appeared in political speeches, literature, popular culture, and everyday life. The handbook closes with a bibliography of print and electronic resources and a glossary. Included are numerous photos illustrating the role of proverbs around the world.

ISBN: 9780313326981
твердый переплет, 304 стр.
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Greenwood Press — The Greenwood Encyclopedia of American Poets (in 5 vol) (количество томов: 5), 2005 год

14 сентября, 2011 / Автор статьи: admin
The Greenwood Encyclopedia of American Poets (in 5 vol) (количество томов: 5) -

Greenwood Press / —

ISBN: 9780313323812
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