On the basis of a cross-linguistic study of more than 250 languages, this book brings to light several fascinating characteristics of pronouns. Dr Bhat argues that these words do not form a single category, but rather two different categories called 'personal pronouns' and 'proforms'.
Answers a variety of questions about such topics as nature, weather, geography, city and country life, technology, family life, death, and disabilities. The Handy Answer Book for Kids explores numerous topics of interest to kids and helps parents provide answers that go beyond “because” and “it just is” and “I don’t know.” The chapters are divided up into manageable subsections, and a detailed subject index offers an additional avenue for accessing information. The section called “For More Information” provides a list of books and web sites that can help satisfy kids’ appetites for knowledge. And more than 120 photographs spread throughout the book illustrate concepts and enliven the text.
Scientific American Mind - The joy of telling lies (¹2/2005)
Added by: Kyla | Karma: 209.07 | Periodicals | 27 January 2009
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A brand new magazine from the editors of Scientific American takes you inside the most riveting breakthroughs in psychology, neuroscience and related fields.
True Lies “Did you call him yet?” my boss asked. We were under pressure to finish a big editorial project, and the phone call was key to crucial details. I replied refl exively, without thinking: “I haven’t reached him yet.” My boss’s eyes f ashed. “Wait a minute,” he said impatiently. “You tried him and you didn’t get through, or you haven’t called yet at all?” Whoops. I admitted that, in fact, I hadn’t called. Since then, I have often wondered what made me respond so evasively.
Peace be upon all of us :) May you all live long and prosper :)
Added by: stovokor | Karma: 1758.61 | Site Announcements | 28 December 2008
Dear Brothers and Sisters, dear Friends!
In case you didn't know, millions of people are getting ready to celebrate a holiday on Dec. 25. It is called Christmas, but is also called Hanukkah for many... The very same day.
Call it a Judeo-Christian harmonic convergence. The eight-day celebration of Hanukkah begins just before 25 December, Christmas time.
It's a coincidence that could make the holidays a bit more hectic for interfaith couples, but which also ensures that both Christian and Jewish children get to play with their toys while on vacation from school.
Those holiday are coming just after the Muslim Eid feast.
Dearest Englishtips users! May you live long and prosper in peace and understanding.
Each one of us is a distinct entity, a precious stone in the Nature's safe. Let us be brothers and sisters, let us be - leaders in peace :)
On the behalf of the Crew: All the best, stovokor :)