Essays

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101 Ethical Dilemmas

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Now here is a useful book for all gymnasium-level teachers. 101 ethical dilemmas of 1-2 pages where the reader has to decide: What to Do? Is there a Right Thing to Do? Great for both written work and classroom discussions. Anti-social dilemmas, Medical ethics, Business ethics, War ethics, Environmental ethics, Legal dilemmas and much more. Recommended!
9781845531997

5 Minute Linguist

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The Five-Minute Linguist: Bite-sized Essays on Language and Languages takes a new approach to making accurate and up-to-date knowledge about language accessible in a non-academic way. Leading linguists each tackle an intriguing question, and explain it in straightforward, delightful prose. There are 60 short, informative and provocative essays adapted from the scripts of a popular U.S. public radio series on language. The essays are written with a light touch that has been highly successful in reaching an audience of intelligent non-specialists. Authors: E. M. Rickerson and Barry Hilton. (273 pages)
Level: Gymnasiet  from the1st year/Linjefag

Contents include: 1. Why Learn about Language? Robert Rodman; 5. Do All Languages Come from the Same Source? Allan Bomhard; 10. Where did Writing Come From? Peter Daniels; 11. Where Does Grammar Come From? Joan Bybee; 14. Do Animals Use Language? Donna Jo Napoli; 15. How does the Brain Cope with Multiple Languages? Henk Haarmann; 16. Does our Language Influence The Way We Think? Geoffrey Pullum; 18. Is British English the Best English? Orin Hargraves; 19. Why do People Fight over Language? Paul Garrett; 20. What does it Mean to be Bilingual? Dora Johnson; 24. Why do Languages Die? Christopher Moseley;  26. Why do American Southerners Talk that Way? Walt Wolfram; 27. What Causes Foreign Accents? Steven Weinberger; 33. Is Elementary School too Early to Teach Foreign Languages? Gladys Lipton; 37. Is Spanish Taking over the U.S.? MariaCcarreira; 41. Are Dialects Dying? Walt Wolfram; 48. Where did English come from? John Algeo; 57. Do you have to be a Masochist to Study Chinese? Barry Hilton.

9780863223709

An Irish Eye (Gerry Adams)

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This book covers the momentous events in Irish Republicanism and in the politics of Ireland from the IRA decision in 2005 to formally end its armed campaign and to put its arms beyond use to the Sinn Féin decision in January 2007 to support the policing and justice system — unparalleled historic change has taken place. Gerry Adams brings his own perspective to bear on these developments. He gives the reader an insight into pivotal moments of recent history, and he takes the reader behind the scenes to witness events that continue to shape Irish society today. As this book consists of a series of articles, it is easy to find sections for teaching. It includes Gerry Adams’ historic appeal to the IRA and his call on Sinn Féin to support the policing and justice system. There are also comments on other world affairs and other aspects of life in Ireland today. Author: Gerry Adams (President of Sinn Féin and Westminster MP for West Belfast) (319 pages)
Level: Gymnasium/Opgaveskrivning/Projects
9781843544524

Love, Poverty & War: Journeys and Essays

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A great collection of journalism and essays by Christopher Hitchens, one of the most provocative and thought-provoking of modern writers. The departure point for this book is an antique saying: no life is complete unless love, poverty and war have been experienced. Poverty includes devastating assessments of Michael Moore and the cult of the Kennedys. The book's final section, War, contains biting reportage from North Korea, Pakistan and Iraq.

Hitchens takes aim at icons such as Winston Churchill, Mother Theresa, Noam Chomsky and the allegedly oppressive no smoking regulations implemented by the Mayor of New York. His journeys on the tattered remains of Route 66 and down Hollywood's Sunset Boulevard are also excellent pieces of writing.

These essays are well written, intelligent, and amusing with something to please or infuriate just about everyone. (475 pages)
Level: Gymnasiet 2nd/3rd year/Library/Depot/Linjefag

0753813599

Meaning of Things

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“Applying Philosophy to Life”
A book designed to get us thinking about life, what it means and what it holds in store. A.C.Grayling's book is a collection of short essays that together make up a philosophical guide to what is important in living life — but which are also eminently suitable for using individually in your teaching. 61 essays on subjects such as: Tolerance, Sorrow, Death, Betrayal, Love, Happiness, Racism, Depression, Christianity, Sin, Faith, Obscenity, Reason, Education, History, Leadership and Family.
Level: (B)/A/Disse erkendelsestekster er velegnet til brug i Almen Studieforberedelse i det almene gymnasium
9780199556557

Oxford Book of Essays

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This is the most wide-ranging collection of essays to many years. It includes 120 essays: classics, curiosities, meditations, diversions, old favourites, recent examples that deserve to be better known. There are many American essayists represented, from Benjamin Franklin to John Updike and beyond. The topics discussed include anger, pleasure, Gandhi, Beau Brummell, wasps, party-going, gangsters, plumbers, Beethoven, potato crisps, the importance of being the right size, and the demolition of Westminster Abbey. It contains some of the most eloquent and entertaining writing in English. Editor: John Gross. (680 pages)
Level: Gymnasiet 2nd/3rd year/Library/Depot/Linjefag

9781851685196

What Makes Us Human?

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In What Makes us Human? some of the world's most brilliant thinkers gives their answers to this perennial puzzle. Is it our imagination or our knack for cooking? Is it because we are social, scientific, or spiritual? Exploring the true nature of human nature, What Makes us Human? throws light on how and why our ancestors produced such clever, talented, and unlikely children. It features contributions by Susan Blackmore, Robin Dunbar, Stephen Oppenheimer, Ian Tattersall, and more ... 12 stimulating and accessible essays. (212 pages)
Level: A