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Survey of English Dialects

By: Michael V. Barry

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First Published in 1994. The Survey of English Dialects (SED) is the only detailed nation-wide dialect survey which has ever been conducted in England. The SED is a unique repository of data on the traditional dialects of England in the mid-twentieth century. This remarkable record is a valuable resource for scholars in the fields of British English dialectology, sociolinguistics, and English historical linguistics. The SED fieldwork was undertaken in predominantly rural communities in England in the middle of the twentieth century, at a time when social, domestic and working life was undergoing very significant changes. The SED is thus a record of speech which reflects a society different in many ways from today, and as such affords the possibility of comparison which is instructive to those engaged in all types of study of linguistics today.

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Routledge

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1136100202

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9781136100208

Germany's Empire in the East

By: David Hamlin

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Germany's Empire in the East

By: David Hamlin

The collapse of political and economic order in World War One prompted Germany to turn to empire in Eastern Europe.

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Cambridge University Press

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1107198194

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9781107198197

Fodor's Kauai [With Pullout Map]

By: Lois Ann Ell,Charles E. Roessler,David Simon

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Fodor's Kauai [With Pullout Map]

By: Lois Ann Ell,Charles E. Roessler,David Simon

Detailed and timely information on accommodations, restaurants and local attractions highlight these updated travel guides, which feature all-new covers, a dramatic visual design, symbols to indicate budget options, must-see ratings, multi-day itineraries, Smart Travel Tips, helpful bulleted maps, tips on transportation, guidelines for shopping excursions and other valuable features. Original.

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Fodors Travel Publications

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0307929191

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9780307929198

The Aquitanian Kyrie Repertory of the Tenth and Eleventh Centuries

By: Richard Crocker,David Bjork

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The Aquitanian Kyrie Repertory of the Tenth and Eleventh Centuries

By: Richard Crocker,David Bjork

This book was published in 2003. One of the most important but least studied of medieval chant repertories is that of the Kyrie. With their Latin texts, Kyrie melodies represented musical ambitions manifested alongside of and subsequent to Gregorian chant - ambitions which achieved stylistic and formal distinction. This study illuminates those features of the early Kyrie that give it its distinctive character and set it apart not only from Gregorian chant but also from other types of medieval chant. The repertory focused on in this book is a group of 22 West Frankish sources which are believed to have originated in several Aquitanian locations. The tradition represented by these manuscripts and their repertory of Kyrie melodies can be followed across a century and a half, from 950 to 1100. The Aquitanian manuscript tradition is significant because these sources represent by far the largest group of closely inter-related musical sources from the period, and the musical notation gives reliable indication of pitch up to a century earlier than other manuscripts of the time. By incorporating both a detailed musical study and transcriptions of these sources this book should be of interest to those who are concerned with the construction of these pieces as well as to those who wish to appreciate them, or even perform them.

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438

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Routledge

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135177736X

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Dictionary of Homonyms

By: David Rothwell

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Dictionary of Homonyms

By: David Rothwell

Many of us don't know what a homonym is, yet we use them every day. The Wordsworth Dictionary of Homonyms, the first of its type published in Britain, will bring enlightenment. Do you get confused between 'to', 'too' and 'two'? Do you need to know the five definitions of 'fluke'? If so, then this is the book for you. A boon for crossword addicts, a treasure trove for punsters and an endless source of fascination for anyone interested in the English language.

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Wordsworth Editions

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1840225424

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9781840225426

The Unofficial Guide to Maui

By: Marcie Carroll,Rick Carroll,David Hoekstra

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The Unofficial Guide to Maui

By: Marcie Carroll,Rick Carroll,David Hoekstra

The Top 10 Ways The Unofficial Guide® to Maui Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip: Candid, critical, and objective information covering Maui, Molokai, and Lanai All major hotels and resorts rated and ranked for quality and value—plus, proven strategies for getting the best rates and tips for B & B and condo stays Detailed reviews and ratings for 30 diverse restaurants, with a culinary guide to Hawaii's regional dishes The inside story on the top attractions, including Haleakala National Park and other natural wonders, ancient temples and historic homes, museums and art galleries, even a winery A complete guide to exploring the awe-inspiring islands of Maui County, from winding cliffside drives to strolls along the beach Advice for families on how to have a Maui vacation that keeps everyone thrilled The best places to shop for haute couture and kitsch alike, especially local art, aloha shirts, and Hawaiian music Where to get wet: the best beaches for tanning, surfing, snorkeling, and scuba diving All the details on Maui's world-famous golf courses The complete rundown on Maui nightlife, from bonfire luaus to bars and clubs Get the unbiased truth on hundreds of hotels, restaurants, attractions, and more in The Unofficial Guide® to Maui—the resource that helps you save money, save time, and make your trip the best it can be.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0470379987

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9780470379981

Civility and Its Development

The Experiences of China and Taiwan

By: David C. Schak

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Civility and Its Development

The Experiences of China and Taiwan

By: David C. Schak

This is the first book-length study of the development of civility in Chinese societies. Although some social scientists and political philosophers have discussed civility, none has defined it as an analytical tool to systematically measure attitudes and behavior, and few have applied it to a non-Western society. By comparing the development of civility in mainland China and Taiwan, Civility and Its Development: The Experiences of China and Taiwan analyzes the social conditions needed for civility to become established in a society. Schak argues that the attempts to impose civility top-down from the state are ineffective. Civility appeared in Taiwan only after state efforts to impose it ceased at the end of the 1980s when Taiwan began to democratize, and the PRC government civility campaigns have so far had only limited success. The book concludes with an examination of various differences between Taiwan and the PRC relevant to Taiwan’s having become a society with civility while the PRC still encounters difficulties in doing so. The essential factor in developing civility in Taiwan, Schak contends, was its evolution from a place composed of myriad small, inward-looking communities to a society in which everyone shares a strong identity and civic consciousness, and people consider others as fellow members, not anonymous strangers. “This book represents the most thorough review of what social scientists once called ‘the civilizing process’ in Chinese society. David C. Schak builds on the earlier studies on this issue and goes well beyond the established literature.” —James Watson, Fairbank Professor of Chinese Society and Professor of Anthropology, Emeritus, Harvard University “This is a topic that people talk about all the time, and David C. Schak draws a lot of material together in a systematic and comprehensive way that can stimulate important discussions beyond the academy.” —Thomas Gold, Professor of Sociology, University of California, Berkeley

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Hong Kong University Press

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9888455974

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9789888455973

The Ultimate Italian Review and Practice, Premium Second Edition

By: David M. Stillman

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The Ultimate Italian Review and Practice, Premium Second Edition

By: David M. Stillman

Gain the essential grammar skills needed to communicate more confidently in Italian!Developing a good grasp of grammar is key to mastering a foreign language. This popular guide provides comprehensive coverage of all the elements of Italian grammar. Each grammatical concept is clarified and then illustrated with lively example sentences. More than 350 exercises provide you with plenty of practice to apply this knowledge in everyday conversation. The exercises are contextualized with scene-setting instructions in Italian to ensure relevance to practice conversational and writing requirements. With this edition, you’ll also have access to the unique McGraw-Hill Education Language Lab app featuring extensive audio recordings and interactive quizzes. The app makes it easy to study on-the-go, test your comprehension, and hone your new language skills. The Ultimate Italian Review and Practice features: •Clear, concise explanations of all the grammar topics, illustrated with examples from everyday life•More than 350 engaging exercises with an answer key to help you master Italian grammar and vocabulary•Vocabulary boxes providing the terms and expressions that will increase your ability to express yourself•Cultural notes that enhance the effectiveness of the grammar exercises while acquainting you with contemporary Italy •Extensive audio exercises and quizzes available via the McGraw-Hill Education Language Lab app

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McGraw Hill Professional

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1260453529

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9781260453522

Perspective of Matter

By: David C. Fletcher

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Perspective of Matter

By: David C. Fletcher

It is 1826 and distrust between Captain Jefferson and his Chinese trading partner leads to the theft of an unusual object desired by a Beijing astronomer. The loss of the object at sea, creates one of the most devastating natural disasters in the nineteenth century. Paul, who is a recently out-of-work physicist, joins a research team who specialise in looking for signs of primitive life in space. He teams up with Claire, a rather attractive biochemist, who has discovered bizarre characteristics in an extraterrestrial DNA sample. As they search for an explanation, they realise that they have stumbled on a far larger conundrum that leads them back to the events in the Japanese Pacific over one hundred and eighty years before. As they investigate further, their colleagues' and their own lives become more interesting and dangerous.

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Lulu.com

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0956157416

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9780956157416

Thorps in a Changing Landscape

By: Paul Cullen,Richard Jones,David Parsons

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Thorps in a Changing Landscape

By: Paul Cullen,Richard Jones,David Parsons

Considering the minor settlements of England's Danelaw--villages known as thorps or throps--this history demonstrates how place-name evidence can be used to understand early cultures. By integrating linguistic and archaeological approaches, it establishes a compelling connection between the creation of these place-names and the fundamental changes taking place in the English landscape between AD 850 and 1250. The integral role of thorps in revolutionizing agricultural practice at that time is thoroughly analyzed.

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Univ of Hertfordshire Press

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1907396241

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9781907396243

Godwin's Cabalistic Encyclopedia

A Complete Guide to Cabalistic Magick

By: David Godwin

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Godwin's Cabalistic Encyclopedia

A Complete Guide to Cabalistic Magick

By: David Godwin

One of the most trusted reference works ever published on the Cabala has been revised and expanded. Featuring a new and more usable format, this book is a complete guide to cabalistic magick and gematria in which every demon, angel, power and name of God ... every Sephirah, Path, and Plane of the Tree of Life ... and each attribute and association is fully described and cross-indexed by the Hebrew, English, and numerical forms. All entries are now incorporated into one comprehensive dictionary. There are hundreds of new entries and illustrations, making this book even more beneficial for Cabalistic pathworking and meditation. It now has many new Hebrew words and names, as well as the terms of Freemasonry, the entities of the Cthulhu mythos, and the Aurum Solis spellings for the names of the demons of the Goetia. It contains authentic Hebrew spellings, and a new introduction that explains the uses of the book for meditation on God names. The Cabalistic schema is native to the human psyche, and Godwin's Cabalistic Encyclopedia will be an invaluable reference tool for all Cabalists, magicians, scholars and scientists of all disciplines.

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Llewellyn Worldwide

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1567183247

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9781567183245

Eastern Europe on a Shoestring

By: David Stanley

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Eastern Europe on a Shoestring

By: David Stanley

Covers: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Hercegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia (Moscow, St Petersburg, Kaliningrad) Serbia & Montenegro, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine.

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Lonely Planet

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0864421168

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9780864421166

Western Plainchant

A Handbook

By: David Hiley

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Western Plainchant

A Handbook

By: David Hiley

Plainchant is the oldest substantial body of music that has been preserved in any shape or form. It was first written down in Western Europe in the eighth to ninth centuries. Many thousands of chants have been sung at different times or places in a multitude of forms and styles, responding to the differing needs of the church through the ages. This book provides a clear and concise introduction, designed both for those to whom the subject is new and those who require a reference work for advanced study. It begins with an explanation of the liturgies that plainchant was designed to serve. It describes all the chief genres of chant, different types of liturgical book, and plainchant notations. After an exposition of early medieval theoretical writing on plainchant, Hiley provides a historical survey that traces the constantly changing nature of the repertory. He also discusses important musicians and centers of composition. Copiously illustrated with over 200 musical examples, this book highlights the diversity of practice and richness of the chant repertory in the Middle Ages. It will be an indispensable introduction and reference source on this important music for many years to come.

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Oxford University Press

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0198165722

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9780198165729

After the Ball

By: David P. Penhallow

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After the Ball

By: David P. Penhallow

This award-winning novel tells the chilling, hilarious and touching tale of Percy, a seven year old boy in pre-World War II Hawaii, who creates ingenious ways of deal-ing with his parents' divorce in the face of an ancient Hawaiian curse placed on his family. This coming-of-age odyssey reads like a Salingeresque thriller of 1941's world of Hawaii, Hollywood film stars, movies, and celebrities of the day. You'll fall in love with little Percy, laugh at his escapades and cry at his misfortunes as he shares his quest to remove the ancient curse that he believes has destroyed his family, culminating with the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor.

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0967414709

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Survey of English Dialects

Survey of English Dialects

Germany's Empire in the East

Germany's Empire in the East

Fodor's Kauai [With Pullout Map]

Fodor's Kauai [With Pullout Map]

The Aquitanian Kyrie Repertory of the Tenth and Eleventh Centuries

The Aquitanian Kyrie Repertory of the Tenth and Eleventh Centuries

Dictionary of Homonyms

Dictionary of Homonyms

The Unofficial Guide to Maui

The Unofficial Guide to Maui

Civility and Its Development

Civility and Its Development

The Ultimate Italian Review and Practice, Premium Second Edition

The Ultimate Italian Review and Practice, Premium Second Edition

Perspective of Matter

Perspective of Matter

Thorps in a Changing Landscape

Thorps in a Changing Landscape

Godwin's Cabalistic Encyclopedia

Godwin's Cabalistic Encyclopedia

Eastern Europe on a Shoestring

Eastern Europe on a Shoestring

Western Plainchant

Western Plainchant

After the Ball

After the Ball

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