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This book explores international trends in naming and contributes
to the growing field of onomastic enquiry. Naming practices are
viewed here through a critical lens, demonstrating a high level of
political and social engagement in relation to how we name people
and places. The contributors to this publication examine why names
are not only symbols of a person or place, but also manifestations
of cultural, linguistic and social heritage in their own right.
Presenting analyses of geographically and culturally diverse
perspectives and case studies, the book investigates how names can
represent deeper kinds of identity, act as objects of attachment
and dependence, and reflect community mores and social customs
while functioning as powerful mechanisms of inclusion and
exclusion. The book will be of interest to researchers in
onomastics, sociology, human geography, linguistics and history.
This book explores international trends in naming and contributes
to the growing field of onomastic enquiry. Naming practices are
viewed here through a critical lens, demonstrating a high level of
political and social engagement in relation to how we name people
and places. The contributors to this publication examine why names
are not only symbols of a person or place, but also manifestations
of cultural, linguistic and social heritage in their own right.
Presenting analyses of geographically and culturally diverse
perspectives and case studies, the book investigates how names can
represent deeper kinds of identity, act as objects of attachment
and dependence, and reflect community mores and social customs
while functioning as powerful mechanisms of inclusion and
exclusion. The book will be of interest to researchers in
onomastics, sociology, human geography, linguistics and history.
A modern classic in the making, this hilarious and heartwarming
story explores the true meaning of family and friendship, and will
delight fans of Pippi Longstocking.Speed and self-confidence,
that's Astrid Glimmerdal's motto. And her hair-raising escapades
give her plenty of opportunity to practise both. Nicknamed "the
little thunderbolt", Astrid loves to spend her days racing down the
hillside on her sledge or skis. But poor Astrid longs for other
children to come to her village and join her adventures. Instead,
she has to put up with a grumpy old seventy-four year old for a
best friend (although secretly, she knows she wouldn't have it any
other way). Astrid's world is about to be turned upside down,
however, first by the arrival of a strange family, and then a
mystery woman. Her best friend, Gunnvald, has been keeping a secret
from her - one that will test their friendship to its limits.
Everything is changing in Astrid's valley, and she's not sure she
likes it.Reminiscent of Pippi Longstocking, Heidi and Anne Shirley,
Astrid is a feisty and irrepressible heroine who will help readers
navigate the complexities of family and friendship with plenty of
warmth, wit and humour.
Do you want to communicate easily and freely in Norwegian?Master
Norwegian grammar and broaden your vocabulary with your very own
Norwegian Tutor. This contemporary interactive workbook features
200 activities across a range of grammar and vocabulary points with
clear goals, concise explanations, and real-world tasks. By
studying and practicing Norwegian grammar you'll understand how the
language really works and be able to speak Norwegian with clarity
and ease. What will I learn?The Norwegian Tutor: Grammar and
Vocabulary Workbook covers a comprehensive range of the most useful
and frequent grammar and vocabulary in Norwegian. You can follow
along unit by unit, or dip in and dip out to address your weak
areas. As you progress, you will be introduced to new vocabulary
and combine it with the grammar to complete extensive exercises.
You will then practice the language through authentic reading and
writing practice. You will achieve a solid upper intermediate
level* of Norwegian grammar. Is this course for me?The Norwegian
Tutor: Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook can be used as a standalone
course or as a complement to any other Norwegian course. It offers
extensive practice and review of essential grammar points and
vocabulary and skills building. The personal tutor element points
out exceptions and gives tips to really help you perfect your
Norwegian. What do I get?This Norwegian workbook offers a range of
clear and effective learning features:-200 activities across a
range of grammar and vocabulary points-Unique visuals and
infographics for extra context and practice-Personal tutor hints
and tips to help you to understand language rules and culture
points-Learn to learn section offers tips and advice on how to be a
good language learner25 short learning units each
contain:-communication goals to guide your studies-grammar
explanations with extensive exercises-vocabulary presentations and
activities-reading and writing sections to consolidate your
learning*This workbook maps from Novice High to Advanced Mid level
proficiency of ACTFL (American Council on Teaching Foreign
Languages) and from A2 Beginner to B2 Upper Intermediate level of
the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
guidelines. What other courses are available?For further study and
practice, see Get Started in Norwegian (ISBN 9781473612709) and
Complete Norwegian: Teach Yourself (ISBN 9781444107203). Rely on
Teach Yourself, trusted by language learners for over 75 years.
A heartwarming and action-packed story of friendship from Norway's
answer to Astrid Lindgren. This classic in the making from
award-winning author Maria Parr is packed full of laugh-out-loud
adventures and paints an honest picture of the highs and lows of
friendship and growing up. Dark clouds are looming in Mathildewick
Cove. The arrival of a new football coach is putting
twelve-year-old Lena's goalkeeping career in doubt. And in the
house next door, Trille is wondering how to impress the girl who
has just joined his class. The stage is set for a dramatic year
ahead. What are Trille and Lena to do when every raft they build
sinks, and every message in a bottle they send washes up on the
shore at home? As the best friends battle the elements and their
own emotions, one thing is for sure: they're not giving up, not if
Lena has anything to do with it!
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