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Classical Authors: 500 BCE to 1100 CE
Since ancient times, storytelling has been a valued art form that enables traditions, beliefs, and lessons to be transmitted from one generation to the next. Epics such as Homers Odyssey and Virgils Aeneid and tales such as those contained in the collected The Thousand and One Nights offer modern-day readers a glimpse into various countries and cultures, as well as different eras. The individuals and works profiled in this absorbing volume have withstood the test of time, remaining culturally significant and influencing authors and readers alike for centuries.
The Author's Journey: Start Writing a Book
Ever dreamed of seeing your name on a book cover? Maybe you have a killer story brewing, but that blank page keeps staring you down. Fear not, aspiring author! This book is your friendly writing coach, here to hold your hand and guide you through the entire process, from brainstorming that brilliant idea to holding your finished book in your hot little hands (or metaphorical hands, if you prefer ebooks). In this book, you'll discover: • Where your inspiration comes from - We'll tap into that creative wellspring and help you unearth the story begging to be told. • Finding your perfect genre - From fantasy epics to heart-wrenching romances, we'll navigate the world of genres and help you p...
Still Learning to Read
Foreword by Colby Sharp In the decade since the first edition of Still Learning to Read was published, the prevalence of testing and the Common Core State Standards have changed what is expected of both teachers and students. The new edition of Still Learning to Read focuses on the needs of students in grades 3-6 in all aspects of reading workshop, including reading workshop, read-aloud, classroom design, digital tools, fiction, nonfiction, and close reading. The book stays true to its original beliefs of slowing down and knowing our readers, but it also takes into account the sense of urgency that changing times and standards impose on classrooms. This edition examines current trends in lit...
The Perils of Federalism
Much of the existing research on race and crime focuses on the manipulation of crime by political elites or the racially biased nature of crime policy. In contrast, Lisa L. Miller here specifically focuses on political and socio-legal institutions and actors that drive these developments and their relationship to the politics of race and poverty; in particular, the degree to which citizens at most risk of victimization--primarily racial minorities and the poor--play a role in the development of political responses to crime and violence. Miller begins her study by providing a detailed analysis of the narrow and often parochial nature of national and state crime politics, drawing a sharp contr...
Animal Motifs in Asian Art
Highly readable authoritative reference, rich with sidelights from literature and legend, explains animal symbolism in art of the Far East. The 673 black-and-white illustrations depict dragons, tigers, bats, butterflies, elephants, and other creatures.
