James S. Walker Livres

James R. Walker was a physician to the Pine Ridge Sioux from 1896 to 1914. His accounts of this time, taken from his personal papers, reveal much about Lakota life and culture. This third volume of previously unpublished material from the Walker collection presents his work on Lakota myth and legend. This edition includes classic examples of Lakota oral literature, narratives that were known only to a few Oglala holy men, and Walker's own literary cycle based on all he had learned about Lakota myth. Lakota Myth is an indispensable source for students of comparative literature, religion, and mythology, as well as those interested in Lakota culture.

This textbook is the only one of its kind to introduce the study of Canadian English in the context of basic concepts of linguistics and sociolinguistics. The book provides foundational information on linguistic principles and on the different branches of sociolinguistics, ranging from the large-scale 'macro' study of language usage (the sociology of language, dialect surveys) to the 'micro' study of language use (sociophonetics, sociolinguistic variation and change). Each chapter highlights the different ways of collecting and analyzing data, including census data and historical texts, surveys and questionnaires, publically available corpora, and interviews. Mini-projects at the end of each chapter offer hands-on experience with the methods presented in the chapter. In addition to discussing the classic works in the study of Canadian English, this book engages with such contemporary issues as new-dialect formation, language and social identity, and ongoing language change, making it key reading for students taking courses in the areas of Canadian English, varieties of English, language variation, and sociolinguistics.

Historical crime thriller. It's 1653 and Lady Jane Tremayne has inherited the estate of her late husband. When a young woman is raped, as Lady of the Manor she decides to investigate, assisted by her best friend, Lady Olivia Courtney. Then the stakes are raised when the rapist strikes again. More than just a whodunnit, this is an absorbing tale of a brave woman living in dangerous and unique times.

Provides raw narratives without any pretension of synthesis or analysis

Designed specifically for algebra-based introductory physics courses, this book provides a comprehensive approach to understanding fundamental physics concepts. It emphasizes problem-solving techniques and real-world applications, making complex theories accessible to students. The content is structured to support learners in grasping essential principles through clear explanations, examples, and practice problems, fostering a solid foundation in physics.

Offering a comprehensive introduction to sociolinguistics, this textbook effectively combines qualitative and quantitative methods, presenting diverse global examples. It systematically explores essential topics such as language and power, dialects, and multilingualism, gradually increasing in complexity to build student confidence. Each chapter concludes with exercises, project suggestions, and recommended readings, making it suitable for undergraduates, graduates, and anyone interested in the field, without requiring prior knowledge of linguistics.

When Horla's best friend Carar moves to another town, she wishes for a new friend, one that comes from a parallel world to Ivarnio, a parallel world where she becomes invisible and has special powers... A parallel world called Earth.

Another whodunnit in the series of Lady Tremayne diaries.The year is 1654.When an anonymous young woman is found hanged from a tree, Lady Jane Tremayne believes she’s been murdered and is determined to investigate the crime. The trail she follows proves to be a perilous one, leading to her being kidnapped and taken abroad, where she expects to be sold as a slave to Corsairs. Avoiding this fate, she returns to England only to find that the man she has married in secret faces a charge of treason and that fresh dangers await not only her but also her best friend, Olivia Courtney. Saving Olivia and her husband becomes a race against time in this fast-paced and adventurous whodunnit.

"Charles Jennings QC arrives at a respected national hospital for a heart transplant. He is awoken into a sinister political nightmare in which he must battle the establishment to prove his innocence for a crime embedded within him. Beset by the spiralling logic of his condition, Mr. Jennings struggles to save his name, his principles, and ultimately - his life. An uproarious comedy about civil liberty in the face of paranoia."--Cover.