Master Your Mind: Critical-Thinking Exercises and Activities to Boost Brain Power and Think Smarter, Danesi Marcel PhD
Автор: Danesi, Ph.D., Marcel Название: Complete Italian Grammar Review ISBN: 0764134620 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780764134623 Издательство: Simon&Schuster UK Рейтинг: Цена: 14840.00 T Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ. Описание: Part of a series of grammar review books, this book presents an overview of grammatical terms, parts of speech, and how they work together in the Italian language. It presents the basics of Italian pronunciation, spelling, and sentence structure. It also covers the verb tenses and moods, nouns, adjectives, prepositions, and adverbs.
Автор: Danesi Marcel Название: The Art of the Lie: How the Manipulation of Language Affects Our Minds ISBN: 1633885968 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781633885967 Издательство: Random House (USA) Рейтинг: Цена: 10830.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: This book shows how language can be used strategically to manipulate beliefs. From Machiavelli to P. T. Barnum to Donald Trump, many have perfected the art of strategically using language to gain the upper hand, set a tone, change the subject, or influence people's beliefs and behaviors. Language--both words themselves and rhetorical tactics such as metaphor, irony, slang, and humor--can effectively manipulate the minds of the listener. In this book, Marcel Danesi, a renowned linguistic anthropologist and semiotician, looks at language that is used not to present arguments logically or rationally, but to "move" audiences in order to gain their confidence and build consensus. He demonstrates that through language techniques communicators can not only sway opinions but also shape listeners' very perception of reality. He assesses how the communicative environment in which the art of the lie unfolds--such as on social media or in emotionally-charged gatherings--impacts the results. Danesi also investigates why lies are often accepted as valid. Artful lying fits in with an Internet society that is largely disinterested in what is true and what is false and in which attention is often given to speech that is entertaining or persuasive. Have we become immune to lies because of a social media discourse shaped by untruths? In an electronic age where facts are deemed irrelevant and conspiracies are accorded as much credibility as truths, this book discusses the implications of lying and language for the future of belief, ethics, and American democracy itself.
Автор: Danesi Marcel Название: Concise Dictionary of Popular Culture ISBN: 1442253118 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781442253117 Издательство: NBN International Рейтинг: Цена: 133760.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: In this user-friendly dictionary of popular culture, over 800 A-to-Z entries provide historical information, definitions, and brief commentaries about the theories, media forms, fads, celebrities and icons, genres, and commonly-used terms relevant to the study of popular culture. Includes cross-references and a thematic table of contents.
Автор: Marcel Danesi Название: An Anthropology of Puzzles: The Role of Puzzles in the Origins and Evolution of Mind and Culture ISBN: 1350089850 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781350089853 Издательство: Taylor&Francis Рейтинг: Цена: 148010.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: An Anthropology of Puzzles argues that the human brain is a "puzzling organ" which allows humans to literally solve their own problems of existence through puzzle format.
Автор: Colaneri John, Luciani Vincent, Danesi Marcel Название: 501 Italian Verbs ISBN: 1506260667 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781506260662 Издательство: Kaplan & Barrons Цена: 20890.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: The original and most trusted verb book in the market with over 50 years of proven excellence Barron's 501 Italian Verbs provides students, travelers, and adult learners with fingertip access to the 501 most common and useful Italian verbs in all 15 tenses and moods. Fluency in Italian begins with a knowledge of correct verb formation and usage. Having a quick reference guide such as this classic book is an absolute essential for those learning the language or those who just need a quick refresher. The authors provide clear, easy-to-follow instruction along with synonyms, antonyms and idiomatic expressions. Each verb is listed alphabetically in chart form--one verb per page along with its English translation. Highlights of this brand new edition include: - One verb per page conjugated in all 15 tenses and moods - Synonyms, antonyms and idiomatic phrases for each verb - The 55 most essential Italian verbs highlighted and used in context - More than 1,500 additional regular verbs conjugated like the book's 501 model verbs - Passive and active voice formations - Even more entries in the English-Italian verb index covering impersonal verbs, weather expressions, and more - Four online quizzes to reinforce verb conjugations and usage Key Selling Points NEW TO FIFTH EDITION: - NEW online activity center including online quizzes with automated grading and answers. - NEW Streamlined instructions - NEW Sleek design to improve clarity and make more learner-friendly - Even more entries in the English-Italian verb index
Автор: Marcel Danesi Название: An Anthropology of Puzzles: The Role of Puzzles in the Origins and Evolution of Mind and Culture ISBN: 1350170046 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781350170049 Издательство: Bloomsbury Academic Рейтинг: Цена: 30610.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: An Anthropology of Puzzles argues that the human brain is a "puzzling organ" which allows humans to literally solve their own problems of existence through puzzle format. Noting the presence of puzzles everywhere in everyday life, Marcel Danesi looks at puzzles in society since the dawn of history, showing how their presence has guided large sections of human history, from discoveries in mathematics to disquisitions in philosophy. Danesi examines the cognitive processes that are involved in puzzle making and solving, and connects them to the actual physical manifestations of classic puzzles. Building on a concept of puzzles as based on Jungian archetypes, such as the river crossing image, the path metaphor, and the journey, Danesi suggests this could be one way to understand the public fascination with puzzles. As well as drawing on underlying mental archetypes, the act of solving puzzles also provides an outlet to move beyond biological evolution, and Danesi shows that puzzles could be the product of the same basic neural mechanism that produces language and culture. Finally, Danesi explores how understanding puzzles can be a new way of understanding our human culture.
Автор: Marcel Danesi Название: Blending Logic and Imagination: The Puzzle Art of Lewis Carroll ISBN: 1536173428 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781536173420 Издательство: Nova Science Рейтинг: Цена: 92920.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: Lewis Carroll is known mainly for his childrens novels and poems. Throughout these ingenious works he interspersed riddles, math and logic games, and a host of other puzzles, reflecting his interest in the ludic (playful) imagination. It is not widely known that Carroll is one of the greatest puzzle makers of history, composing them not only for children, but also for adults in magazines, periodicals, and books. One of his puzzle masterpieces is the so-called doublet puzzle, which he wrote for Vanity Fair, and is still one of the most loved wordplay games to this day. There have been various anthologies of Carrolls puzzles in recent decades, but virtually no study of their importance as part of a unique "puzzle art" exists. This book aims to examine this art as it manifests itself in Carrolls many puzzle creations, both within his novels, and in his many other writings. It dissects the blend of logic and imagination that he employs in creating riddles, anagrams, acrostics, math puzzles, logic games, and a host of other puzzle genres -- all of which are discussed in the book. The main theme is that Carrolls literary writings cannot be truly grasped without taking into account his puzzle art.
Автор: Marcel Danesi Название: Understanding Media Semiotics ISBN: 1350064173 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781350064171 Издательство: Bloomsbury Academic Рейтинг: Цена: 137280.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: Media semiotics is a valuable method of focusing on the hidden meanings within media texts. This new edition brings Understanding Media Semiotics fully up to date and is written for students of the media, of linguistics and those interested in studying the ever-changing media in more detail. Offering an in-depth guide to help students investigate and understand the media using semiotic theory, this book assumes little previous knowledge of semiotics or linguistics, avoiding jargon and explaining the issues step by step. With in-depth case studies, practical accounts and directed further reading, Understanding Media Semiotics provides students with all the tools they need to understand semiotic analysis in the context of the media. Semiotic analysis is sometimes seen as complicated and difficult to understand; Marcel Danesi shows that on the contrary it can be readily understood and can greatly enrich students' understanding of media texts, from print media right through to the internet and apps.
Автор: Danesi Marcel Название: The Curious History of the Riddle: Thousands of Years of Conundrums, from the Riddle of the Sphinx to Harry Potter ISBN: 1577151984 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781577151982 Издательство: Hachette UK Рейтинг: Цена: 15170.00 T Наличие на складе: Невозможна поставка. Описание: From the first known riddle to the riddles in today`s pop culture, The Curious History of the Riddle provides a comprehensive investigation of the riddle and its origins-plus over 250 riddles to solve.
Автор: Danesi Marcel Название: The Quest for Meaning: A Guide to Semiotic Theory and Practice, Second Edition ISBN: 1487523513 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781487523510 Издательство: Mare Nostrum (Eurospan) Рейтинг: Цена: 32560.00 T Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ. Описание: The go-to introductory guide to semiotic theory and practice, this second edition features a new chapter on semiotics in the digital age and sheds light on how we grasp for meaning in the modern world.
Автор: Danesi Marcel Название: The Total Brain Workout: 450 Puzzles to Sharpen Your Mind, Improve Your Memory & Keep Your Brain Fit ISBN: 1335286004 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781335286000 Издательство: HarperCollins USA Цена: 13230.00 T Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии. Описание: BOOST YOUR BRAIN POWER Did you know that different parts of your brain control different functions, and that with exercise, you can make each part of your brain stronger? In The Total Brain Workout you'll find 450 fun, challenging and absorbing puzzles designed to specifically target the core parts of your brain that control language, logic, memory, reasoning and visual perception. Each set of puzzles ranges from easy to challenging, and is presented with information on the area of your brain being targeted and the functions it controls, so you can customize your own workout to the specific areas you want to improve. FLEX YOUR MENTAL MUSCLE WITH: BRAINTEASERS WORD SEARCHES CRYPTOGRAMS OPTICAL ILLUSIONS SUDOKU FRAMEWORKS LOGIC PUZZLES TRIVIA PUZZLES AND MUCH MORE
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Build your confidence in communicating through mastery of Italian grammar
Effective communication in another language comes from practice, practice, practice. And this comprehensive guide and workbook covers all of the aspects of Italian grammar that you need to master, followed by numerous exercises that allow you to put your language skills into use.
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