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Old Norse-Icelandic Literature A Short Introduction (Paperback; )

Heather O'Donoghue's Old Norse-Icelandic Literature A Short Introduction (ISBN ). Heather O’Donoghue is Reader in Old Norse at Oxford University. She is regular contributor to the Times Literary Supplement. From runic inscriptions to sagas, this books introduces readers to the rich fictional and historical world of Old Norse-Icelandic literature. It describes and illustrates not only the deceptively novelistic narratives of the renowned family sagas, but also the strange brilliance of Eddaic and skaldic verse; with its vivid mythological, heroic or courtly settings, and the variety of other kinds of Old Norse poetry and storytelling. An introduction outlining the language and culture of the Viking age, when Iceland was first settled, helps readers to appreciate the background against which this literature developed. The book acts as an introduction not only to Old-Norse Icelandic literature, but also to its reception through the ages and its influence on literature written in English. The author shows how a whole range of writers from William Blake to Seamus Heaney have drawn on this body of work, and how it relates to English literature of earlier periods; even Hamlet appears in Old Norse texts. I am located in London and both post-delivery and collection are available. If interested in either of these two options, please feel free to contact me and ask for more information. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

A Companion to Old Norse-Icelandic Literature and Culture (Paperback; )

A Companion to Old Norse-Icelandic Literature and Culture edited by Rory McTurk. (ISBN ) Rory McTurk is Professor Emeritus of Icelandic Studies at the University of Leeds. Previously he taught at the Universities of Lund and Copenhagen and at University College, Dublin. This major survey of Old Norse-Icelandic literature and culture comprises 29 chapters written by leading scholars in the field, over a third of whom are Icelanders. At the same time, it conveys a sense of the mainland Scandinavian origins of the Icelandic people, and reflects the ongoing contact between Iceland and other countries and cultures. The volume highlights current debates among Old Norse-Icelandic scholars specializing in different aspects of the subject. Coverage of traditional topics is complemented by material on previously neglected areas of study, such as the sagas of Icelandic bishops and the translated knights' sagas. Chapters on 'archaeology', 'social institutions' and 'geography and travel' make it possible to view literature in its wider cultural context, while chapters on 'reception' and 'continuity' demonstrate the ways in which medieval Norse-Icelandic literature and culture overflow into the modern period. I am located in London and both post-delivery and collection are available. If interested in either of these two options, please feel free to contact me and ask for more information. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Nutrition: A Very Short Introduction (Paperback)

In this Very Short Introduction,David Bender explains the basic elements of food,the balance between energy intake and exercise,the problems of over- and under-nutrition,and raises questions on the safety of nutritional supplements. Looking broadly at what constitutes nutrition,Bender provides insight into a topic of wide interest and importance in today's world. With a look at diet in relation to nutrition,this Very Short Introduction provides an overview of the biochemistry

The Norton Introduction to Literature - Kelly J. Mays, 12th Edition

This book covers a range of different literature styles and HOW TO TEACH them. It looks at FICTION, POETRY and DRAMA. It also looks into developing an awareness of how to understand and analyse different texts and the context within which they are set. The book also explains how to write about different pieces of literature. This book is IDEAL for anyone becoming a TEACHER of literature. The book includes comprehension quizzes and practical exercises to go along with the many full length texts within the book. The texts within this book are varied, balanced and engaging - suitable for most courses. The book is in great condition and is being sold for only £25. If you are interested please email me. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Politics: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions) by Kenneh Minogue

Bought but never used, looks brand new. In this provocative but balanced essay, Kenneth Minogue discusses the development of politics from the ancient world to the twentieth century. He prompts us to consider why political systems evolve, how politics offers both power and order in our society, whether democracy is always a good thing, and what future politics may have in the twenty-first century. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. Ad ID: Delivery Services Consumer Credit

A Companion to Catalan Literature (Paperback)

This book is the only one of its kind in English. Part literary history,part literary criticism,it is above all a personal assessment of a rich and important body of work which is still not widely known outside Catalonia. Catalan literature,one of the three major Peninsular literatures,reached an impressive level of excellence in the middle ages,beginning with Ramon Llull and the chronicles,and culminating in the two great fifteenth-century writers,the poet Ausias March and Joanot Martorell,the auth

Ada: A First Introduction (Paperback)

If Charles Babbage is to be regarded as the father of modern day computer technology,then surely the Countess Augusta Ada Lovelace,after whom this new language is named,must be remembered as its midwife. It was she,the daughter of England's poet Lord Byron,who translated the work of the Italian mathematician L.F. Menabrea,attaching her own scientific commentaries on the dissimilarities between the difference engine and the analytical engine. It was Lady Lovelace,the great lady of computers,who deliv

Introduction to Ring Theory (Paperback)

A clear and structured introduction to the subject. After a chapter on the definition of rings and modules there are brief accounts of Artinian rings,commutative Noetherian rings and ring constructions,such as the direct product,Tensor product and rings of fractions,followed by a description of free rings. Readers are assumed to have a basic understanding of set theory,group theory and vector spaces. Over two hundred carefully selected exercises are included,most with outline solutions.

Introduction to Freemasonry: Fellowcraft (Paperback)

Introduction to Freemasonry - Fellowcraft

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An Introduction to Property Valuation (Paperback)

It is now 25 years since the first edition of this book was written,and the objectives of the fifth edition remain the same as those of the first edition,that is to provide an introduction to and general background reading for the subject of property valuation. It is directed not just at would be surveyors and valuers,but at all those who may be interested in getting an understanding of property valuation.

Afro-Cuban Percussion Guide: Introduction (Paperback)

Salvador,Bahia,Brazil is an important cradle of Afro-Brazilian culture,and home to musical styles that form the bedrock of much of today's popular sounds. In this book,author Kirk Brundage offers a succinct yet comprehensive overview of the primary styles,from sacred to contemporary,providing historical context of the music and practical information on playing the rhythms. Afro-Brazilian Percussion Guide contains a huge amount of information and would be of great value to high school and univ

An Introduction to Narratology by Monika Fludedrnik (Paperback; )

Monika Fludernik's An Introduction to Narratology (ISBN ). Monika Fludernik is Professor of English at the University of Freiburg, Germany. She is author of The Fictions of Language and the Languages of Fiction andTowards a ‘Natural’ Narratology, which was the co-winner of the Perkins Prize of the Society for the Study of Narrative Literature. An Introduction to Narratolgy is an accessible, practical guide to narratological theory and terminology, and its application to literature. In this book, Monika Fludernik outlines: - the key concepts od style, metaphor and metonymy, and the history of narrative forms - narratological approaches to interpretation and the linguistic aspects of texts, including new cognitive developments in the field - how students can use narratological theory to work with texts, incorporating detailed practical examples - a glossary of useful narrative terms and suggestions for further reading. This textbook offers a comprehensive overview of the key aspects of narratology by a leading practitioner in the field. It demystifies the subject in a way that is accessible to beginners, but also reflects recent theoretical developments and narratology’s increasing popularity as a critical tool. I am located in London and both post-delivery and collection are available. If interested in either of these two options, please feel free to contact me and ask for more information. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Very Short Introduction books

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A Short Introduction Books

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Lexicology: A Short Introduction

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Halliday, M. A. K. / Yallop, Colin, PUBLISHER: Continuum, This readable introductory textbook presents a concise survey of lexicology. The first section of the book is a survey of the study of words, providing students with an overview of basic issues in defining and understanding the word as a unit of language. This section also examines the history of lexicology, the evolution of dictionaries and recent developments in the field. The second section extends this study of lexicology into the relationship between words and meaning, etymology, prescription, language as social phenomenon and translation. "Lexicology: A Short Introduction" will be of interest to undergraduate students of linguistics.

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Derrida: A Very Short Introduction

Derrida: A Very Short Introduction: Simon Glendinning explores Jacque Derrida&apos s work, from his engagement with the history of metaphysics to his views on law and justice and ethics and politics. Confronting and refuting claims that Derrida was an irresponsible &apos postmodernist&apos or &apos nihilist&apos he instead reveals Derrida&apos s significant contributions to philosophy.

Globalization - A Very Short Introduction

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An introduction to sociolinguistcs Paperback – by Rubén Chacón Beltrán (Author)

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Politics: An Introduction Paperback – 15 Aug by Barrie Axford (Author)

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2 'A Very Short Introduction' books - one on Consciousness and one on Dreaming. Perfect condition, never read, as new.

  Marx: A Very Short Introduction by Peter

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Andrew Scull, Madness A Very Short Introduction ()

A short book on the history of madness. Bought as new and read through once. Slightly bent from lying in a box. No highlighting or writing on pages. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

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