Language Linguistics

This book is a collection of stories revolving around language by a seasoned conference interpreter and former chief interpreter in the United Nations system. Ewandro Magalhaes shares actionable career insights and offers an insider’s look into practical and historical aspects of one of the most exciting and stressful professions known to man.

An eye-opening guide on how we talk and write to one another, Word Wise explores 400+ of the most common cases of word trash (filler words, hyperbole, and abstractions) and word power (verbs of action, ear candy, onomatopoeia). Examining social media, the language of Donald Trump, AI language research, and heard-on-the-street lingo, communication expert Will Jelbert offers simple and concrete recommendations for improving your own vernacular. With wit, practical applications, and a small dose of grammar, Word Wise will help you communicate more effectively at home, at work, and online.

Euphemism is everywhere. From the language of politics to the chatter of everyday life, we constantly encounter softened phrases and indirect expressions. But euphemism is more than a linguistic curiosity, it is a window into our values, fears, and social dynamics. This book will delve into euphemism’s rich history, psychological underpinnings, cultural variations, and its pervasive role in modern discourse. It will challenge readers to consider how and why we use language to avoid discomfort and shape perception. This is not just a study of words, but a study of human behavior wrapped in...

We are all victims of manipulation in one way or another. From our normal day-to-day interactions, the media, societal influences, or even in our jobs, dark psychology tactics are everywhere. You would be surprised that it is not always “evil” people who use them, but we also use them in pursuing the things we want in life. In fact, some alpha males use these exact tactics in getting what they desire.

In this wildly entertaining A to Z of verbal acrobatics, Gyles takes you on a whirlwind tour of our mother tongue – from the origins of words and correct grammar and punctuation, to similes, euphemisms and record breaking tongue twisters (try getting your mouth around floccinaucinihilipification!). An idiosyncratic blend of history, word play, anecdote, and hyperbole, all in 60-second instalments, this is Gyles Brandreth at his word-perfect, Just-a-Minute best. You’ll never mix your metaphors again...

What’s so powerful about a four-letter word? Why We Swear is JD Arden’s bold, witty, and honest look at the forbidden language we all use. From ancient curses to online flame wars, Arden traces the roots and uses of profanity—revealing what our worst words say about who we are.

Spoken by a quarter of the world's population, English is today's lingua franca—its common tongue. The language of business, popular media, and international politics, English has become commodified for its economic value and increasingly detached from any particular nation. This meteoric "rise of English" has many obvious benefits, but very real downsides as well. In The Rise of English, Rosemary Salomone offers a commanding view of the unprecedented spread of English and the far-reaching effects it has on global and local politics, economics, media, education, and business.

Renowned linguistic anthropologist Don Kulick first went to study the tiny jungle village of Gapun in New Guinea over 30 years ago to document how it was that their native language, Tayap, was dying. But you can't study a language without settling in among the people, understanding how they speak every day, and even more, how they live. This book takes us inside the village as Kulick came to know it, revealing what it is like to live in a difficult-to-get-to village of 200 people, carved out like a cleft in the middle of a swamp, in the middle of a tropical rainforest.

English is the world language, except that most of the world doesn’t speak it - only one in five people does. Dorren calculates that to speak fluently with half of the world’s 7.4 billion people in their mother tongues, you would need to know no fewer than 20 languages. He sets out to explore these top 20 world languages, which range from the familiar (French, Spanish) to the surprising (Malay, Javanese, Bengali).

A mind-expanding, deeply humane tour of language by the best-selling author of Born on a Blue Day and Thinking in Numbers.

Introducing "The King James Bible Reference Guide" - your comprehensive and captivating resource for understanding the timeless and influential King James Bible. Explore the thrilling history, remarkable language, and profound impact of one of the world's most renowned translations of the holy scriptures, all in one engaging eBook! Dive into the dramatic origin story of the King James Bible, encompassing a rich tapestry of intrigue, devotion, and scholarship. Understand the significance of this profound translation and uncover how it has shaped literature, society, and spirituality ...

Speed Read Anything is your essential guide to the topic. You will learn tips and tricks that will transform your entire attitude toward reading. What you thought you knew about speed reading will be turned upside-down, and everyone will ask you for your secrets. All you need to do is point them to this book. Break you slow reading habits and develop your visual concentration. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path toward success.

Todo lo que queremos lograr está al otro lado de la comunicación de calidad. Ya sea que se trate de una pareja romántica perfecta o de un gran ascenso laboral, debemos ejercer influencia y carisma para lograr estos objetivos. ¿Y qué pasa si estás hablando, pero no aparecen resultados? Es fácil culpar al mundo exterior, pero la solución puede ser tan simple como ponerse de pie.

If you want a man that has a real interest in you and that will be there for you through thick and thin, this is the publication for you. It helps you to see behind the scenes and to learn what a man is actually thinking, even though he may not be saying it. You will find that it is your constant companion as you are looking for the man of your dreams to be with you for the rest of your life.

What makes us human? Why are we the only animals who wear clothes, drive cars, trawl the internet, and fly helicopters on Mars? It’s all because we’ve learnt to talk, yet remarkably, we still don’t know how we did it. Speech! suggests an answer that’s been hiding in plain sight - the simple yet radical shift that turned our analog grunts and shrieks into words. But, its consequences are far from simple: being able to share ideas through language was an evolutionary tipping point - it allowed us to link up our minds.

This is a story of a father and his teenage son and daughter solving a mystery deep in Burma. The mystery involves an unknown language and Christian faith. Join the adventure as they travel in Asia and discover amazing things in a remote valley in the jungle. The mother and another son join the adventure and share a wonderful experience, a solved mystery, and a joyful homecoming. Join this scientific and linguistic mystery hunt! Ages 10-14.

Are you planning to move to or visit the United States? Or perhaps you're eager to enhance your English language skills through engaging and immersive content? Look no further than "American Journeys: Exploring Language and American Culture." This captivating book offers a transformative experience, delving into the heart of American culture while providing an unparalleled platform for language learning. For those embarking on a journey to the United States, this book serves as an indispensable guide. Discover the diverse tapestry of American customs, traditions, and landscapes as you ...

Do you wish to unleash the psychological magic of psychology to become a master manipulator? Perhaps you are interested in learning how to read the delicate body language cues, which betray the real emotions of people? If that’s the case, this audiobook bundle is suitable for you! This audiobook bundle will provide you a highly efficient and proven way of making yourself more persuasive. Allow this audiobook to breakdown down the psychology behind influence and persuasion.

What if every smiley face is a return to ancient storytelling? From “I ❤️ U” to a string of mysterious symbols that mean everything—or nothing—Emoji: The New Hieroglyphics? is JD Arden’s playful, sharp-eyed investigation of how tiny images have taken over the world’s biggest conversations. Are emojis the next step in language, or are we all just fooling ourselves with digital doodles? Arden travels from the caves of early humans to the touchscreens of Gen Z, decoding the power, pitfalls, and absurdities of this global, pictorial code. Along the way, you’ll discover: Why ...

This audiobook makes learning French easy for children. This is done through explaining why language skills are useful, in a way children can understand. The French language is then introduced in a manner that children can effortlessly use in a travel setting, such as answering questions, ordering food or common vocabulary. Repetition is key to recall, and the audiobook is paced to reinforce key concepts and lock them into memory.