Visible Language: Inventions of Writing in the Ancient Middle East and Beyond (Oriental Institute Museum Publications)

Writing, the ability to make language visible and permanent, is one of humanity's greatest inventions. This book presents current perspectives on the origins and development of writing in Mesopotamia and Egypt, providing an overview of each writing system and its uses.

Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches (2nd Edition)

The Second Edition of the bestselling Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches offers a unique comparison of three key approaches to inquiry. This comparison begins with preliminary consideration of knowledge claims for all three approaches, a review of the literature, and reflections about the importance of writing and ethics in scholarly inquiry. The book also addresses the key elements of the process of research: writing an introduction; stating a purpose for the study;

New Let's Learn English takes a communicative and topic-based approach to language learning over six levels. It combines a clear 3-step methodology with clear language focus and motivating activities that get students using English confidently. Students learn through a variety of tasks including pairwork, projects, games, acting and songs.
Thorough development of skills with particular emphasis on reading and writing
Systematic grammar work ensures fast progress
Regular recycling and revision consolidates the language work done
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History of American Literature, Vol. 3: Prose Writing, 1860-1920

Volume 3 covers a pivotal era in the formation of American identity as well as a permanent multi-faceted literary culture in the United States. Four leading scholars connect the literature with the massive expansive historical changes then underway. The narratives of Richard Brodhead, Nancy Bentley, Walter Benn Michaels and Susan L. Mizruchi constitute a rich and detailed account of American literature and culture that began to embrace a wide spectrum of cultural outsiders as well as high literature through William Dean Howells and Henry James.

This book describes how teachers can build upon the eagerness and skills that students apply recreational, social, and friendly writing, bringing enjoyment back into writing for students.