(12 lectures, 30 minutes/lecture) Course No. 305 Taught by Seth Lerer Stanford University Ph.D., University of Chicago This lecture series examines the life and work of this English poet in order to understand the richness and depth of his poetry, its ways of representing 17th-century English life and culture, and its impact on later writers and on English literary history as a whole.
Calling Cards: Theory and Practice in the Study of Race, Gender, and Culture
Explores personal and professional issues in the study of race, gender, and culture. In recent decades, the concepts of race, gender, and culture have come to function as "calling cards," the terms by which we announce ourselves as professionals and negotiate acceptance and/or rejection in the academic marketplace.
ASIAN Geographic is a geographic magazine that focuses mainly on stories about Asia. Its motto is “Asia Without Borders”. First published in 1999, it contains articles on geography, culture, heritage, society, environment, exploration, conservation and art.
The Aztecs brings to life one of the best-known indigenous civilizations of the Americas in a vivid, comprehensive account of the ancient Aztecs.A thorough examination of Aztec origins and civilization including religion, science, and thoughtIncorporates the latest archaeological excavations and research into explanations of the Spanish conquest and the continuity of Aztec culture in Central MexicoExpanded coverage includes key topics such as writing, music, royal tombs, and Aztec predictions of the end of the world
It's a formula that appeals to English as a Second Language instructors and students alike: short, high-interest readings explaining facets of the target culture; bold type highlighting key words and phrases, with copious same-page glossary notes defining them in the learner's language; and a handful of quizzes, grammar points, and study tips. Read & Think English offers 111 articles about life in the United States. Its ten chapters deal with food, culture, traditions, travel, history, geography, power and politics, celebrations, business, and notable people.
(12 lectures, 30 minutes/lecture)
