Author: John Hajek Publisher: ISBN: 9781741040548 Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 0
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Its sad recent history has ensured that East Timor has spent a while off the tourist list - so anyone using Tetun, its most commonly spoken language, is practically guaranteed an enthusiastic response and a deeper cultural experience.
Author: Geoffrey C. Gunn Publisher: Scarecrow Press ISBN: 9780810875180 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 300
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The history of East Timor is related in this book through a chronology, an introductory essay, an expansive bibliography, and over 200 cross-referenced dictionary entries on significant persons, events, places, organizations, and other aspects of East Timor history from the earliest times to the present.
Author: Eric B. Shiraev Publisher: Taylor & Francis ISBN: 1134871317 Category : Psychology Languages : en Pages : 454
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Written in a conversational style that transforms complex ideas into accessible ones, this international best-seller provides an interdisciplinary review of the theories and research in cross‐cultural psychology. The book’s unique critical thinking framework, including Critical Thinking boxes, helps to develop analytical skills. Exercises interspersed throughout promote active learning and encourage class discussion. Case in Point sections review controversial issues and opinions about behavior in different cultural contexts. Cross‐Cultural Sensitivity boxes underscore the importance of empathy in communication. Numerous applications better prepare students for working in various multicultural contexts such as teaching, counseling, health care, and social work. The dynamic author team brings a diverse set of experiences in writing this book. Eric Shiraev was raised in the former Soviet Union and David Levy is from Southern California. Sensation, perception, consciousness, intelligence, human development, emotion, motivation, social perception, interaction, psychological disorders, and applied topics are explored from cross‐cultural perspectives. New to the 6th Edition: Over 200 recent references, particularly on studies of non-western regions such as the Middle East, Africa, Asia, & Latin America as well as the US and Europe. New chapter on personality and the self with an emphasis on gender identity. New or revised chapter opening vignettes that draw upon current events. More examples related to the experiences of international students in the US and indigenous people. Many more figures and tables that appeal to visual learners. New research on gender, race, religious beliefs, parenting styles, sexual orientation, ethnic identity and stereotypes, conflict resolution, immigration, intelligence, physical abuse, states of consciousness, DSM-5, cultural customs, evolutionary psychology, treatment of psychological disorders, and acculturation. Revised methodology chapter with more attention to issues related specifically to cross-cultural research and more on qualitative and mixed methods. A companion website at www.routledge.com/9781138668386 where instructors will find a test bank containing multiple choice, true and false, short answer, and essay questions and answers for each chapter, and a complete set of tables and figures from the text; and students will find chapter outlines, flashcards of key terms, and links to further resources and the authors' Facebook page. Intended as a text for courses on cross-cultural psychology, multicultural psychology, cultural psychology, cultural diversity, and the psychology of ethnic groups and a resource for practitioners, researchers, and educators who work in multicultural environments.
Author: Andrew Smith Publisher: Cambridge University Press ISBN: 1107086191 Category : Comics & Graphic Novels Languages : en Pages : 291
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Sixteen original essays by leading scholars on Mary Shelley's novel provide an introduction to Frankenstein and its various critical contexts.
Author: Pamela Frankau Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 400
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In the enchanting tale of 'The Willow Cabin', Pamela Frankau transports readers to the 1930s and 40s, where Caroline, a budding actress, finds herself entangled in a passionate affair with Michael, a married surgeon. Their love forces Caroline to make a heart-wrenching decision between her career and devotion to Michael. Set against the backdrop of post-war turmoil, the complexities of Michael's relationship with his ex-wife cast a shadow over their future. Divided into three gripping parts, this novel takes readers on a journey of stolen time, wartime sacrifices, and unexpected encounters.
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