Written by an outstanding international team of scholars, this Companion explores the profound influence of Socrates on the history of Western philosophy. A survey exploring the profound influence of Socrates on the history of Western philosophy. Discusses the life of Socrates and key philosophical doctrines associated with him. Covers the whole range of Socratic studies from the ancient world to contemporary European philosophy. Examines Socrates’ place in the larger philosophical traditions of the Hellenistic world, the Roman Empire, the Arabic world, the Renaissance, and contemporary Europe.
The way we interpret language depends on where the words we are reading are placed in the world. Discourses in Place explores how the physical and material characteristics of language in the world give meaning to communication. In the book Ron and Suzanne Scollon argue that we can only interpret the meaning of public texts like road signs, notices and brand logos by considering the world and culture that surrounds them. Drawing on a wide range of real examples, from signs in the Chinese mountains to urban centers in Europe, Asia and America, the book equips students with the methodology and models they need to undertake their own research in "geosemiotics," this key interface between semiotics and intercultural communication.
Africa is a land of contrasts and of diverse cultures and traditions. It is also a land of conflict and creativity. The literature of the continent draws upon a fascinating body of oral traditions and lore and also reflects the political turmoil of the modern world. With the increased interest in cultural diversity and the growing centrality of Africa in world politics, African literature is figuring more and more prominently in the curriculum. This book helps students learn about the African literary achievement.
Drawing on both original texts and critical literature, Linguistics in a Colonial World surveys the methods, meanings, and uses of early linguistic projects around the world.
Explores how early endeavours in linguistics were used to aid in overcoming practical and ideological difficulties of colonial rule
Traces the uses and effects of colonial linguistic projects in the shaping of identities and communities that were under, or in opposition to, imperial regimes
Examines enduring influences of colonial linguistics in contemporary thinking about language and cultural difference
Brings new insight into post-colonial controversies including endangered languages and language rights in the globalized twenty-first century
Intended to challenge new students and provide a solid foundation for
more advanced students, this set offers information in an encyclopedic
format on the concepts, theories, discoveries, pioneers, and issues
relating to topics in the earth sciences. It is the latest in a series
that includes World of Genetics [RBB Je 1 & 15 03] and World of Chemistry
(Gale, 2000). Contributors and their affiliations are listed at the
beginning of volume 1. The set includes approximately 650 entries, from
Abyssal plains to Zeolite. Students will appreciate the
clearly written articles as well as the fact that special attention is
placed on current ethical, legal, and social issues pertaining to the
earth sciences, such as pollution, global warming, and ozone depletion.
