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An urgent, globe-spanning exploration of languages at risk, from Kichwa to Ukrainian, that asks: What do we lose—culturally, politically, and personally—when a language is silenced? “Fascinating . . . Galer casts a bright light on the massive linguistic diversity that the world seems set...

A life–affirming memoir about resilience and repair—and the healing power of our ancestor's music, stories, and recipes. Samantha’s mother tongue is dying out. The daughter of Iraqi Jewish refugees, Samantha grew up surrounded by the noisy, vivid, hot sounds of Judeo–Iraqi Arabic. A...

Spanish is not just a language; it is a vehicle for thought, argumentation, and cultural exchange. In an increasingly globalized world, the ability to debate in a foreign language not only improves fluency and linguistic accuracy but also allows speakers to participate in meaningful discussions on social, political, economic, and philosophical issues. This book is specifically designed for advanced learners of Spanish as a foreign language, with the goal of developing oral and written expression skills in contexts of debate and critical analysis. Through 75 carefully selected topics, ...

Discover the rich humor, wisdom, and creativity of Celtic-inspired language with the Celtic Urban Dictionary. Packed with 500 unique Celtic-themed expressions from A to Z, this entertaining reference book brings together colorful slang, imaginative sayings, cultural phrases, and modern Celtic-inspired vocabulary in an easy-to-read format. Each entry includes a clear definition, an example sentence, and a plain-English translation, making it perfect for language lovers, travelers, writers, Celtic culture enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys quirky expressions. Whether you're fascinated by ...

Rose would never speak of the horrors she had endured. But when her wounds begin to permeate through the generations, her daughter resolves to uncover a secret left untouched. 1942, Brussels. Sarah Zychlinska never imagined she would have to face another war. But as the Nazis begin deporting Jews, threatening to destroy the world she worked so hard to rebuild, she sets her mind to doing everything she can to save her only daughter, Rose. With the help of a trusted priest, she sends Rose to a convent far from imminent danger. But when the war is over and Rose returns home, it is clear to ...

"My liver became fresh." "Don't eat my brain." "Go strain your yoghurt." "Eat your heart." Millions of Persian speakers use these expressions every single day — and to them, they make complete sense. To everyone else, they sound absolutely hilarious. Funny Persian Sayings and Expressions: Laugh While You Learn Persian is a delightful, entertaining, and genuinely educational guide to the most colourful, bizarre, and wonderful expressions in one of the world's oldest living languages. Each expression is explained in full, with Persian script, transliteration, literal translation, real ...

What if a single word could change the way you see yourself — and the world around you? Seventeen-year-old Darius King has always moved through life the way everyone around him does: laughing with his friends, hooping after school, and using a word that feels as common as air. A word he never questioned. A word he never understood. Until the dreams begin. Night after night, Darius is pulled into vivid, haunting visions of the past — from the fields of the Deep South to the streets of 1967 Detroit, from Harlem’s jazz-soaked nights to the quiet room of his own childhood. Guided by ...

You crossed an ocean. Now you are raising a child in a country that was not part of your plan. Every immigrant parent knows the moment. Your child comes home from school sounding like someone you did not raise. They roll their eyes at your food, ask you not to speak your language in public, and seem to be becoming, quietly and unstoppably, someone shaped by a world you are still learning to navigate yourself. You love them completely. You are also completely lost. The Immigrant Parent's Survival Guide is the book that speaks directly to you — whatever country you came from, whatever ...

Blue Genes Laced in Rhema (ῥῆμα) Spoken Words by Reneé Drummond-Brown blends theological and biological philosophies into existence. As a decorative element the book cover touts the back pocket stitching with arcuate patterns that holds the card (Ace of Spades) to the black cultures’ future. The vertical lines and stanzas that run alongside the ins-and-out of the poetry book are referred to as inseam and out-seam stitching respectively and tightly woven. The chain stiches because of slavery’s’ connection painfully used for leg seams and waistbands are reinforced regions of ...

"Don't hang noodles on my ears." "May I become the sacrifice for you." "Don't make pilav from it." These are not mistranslations. These are perfectly normal things that Azerbaijani speakers say every single day. Azerbaijani is a Turkic language spoken by millions of people across Azerbaijan, north-western Iran, Russia, Georgia, and Azerbaijani communities worldwide. It is a language shaped by centuries of history, hospitality, poetry, and humour — and like every living language, it has expressions that make complete sense to native speakers and sound wonderfully bizarre to everyone else. ...

Unlock the humor, history, and hidden meanings of Gaelic with the Gaelic Urban Dictionary—a unique collection of 500 Gaelic slang words, expressions, sayings, and cultural phrases explained in plain English. Whether you're exploring your Celtic roots, learning Gaelic, researching Irish and Scottish culture, writing historical fiction, traveling through Gaelic-speaking regions, or simply fascinated by unusual languages, this book offers an entertaining and accessible guide to the colorful world of Gaelic speech. Far beyond a traditional dictionary, this book reveals the wit, creativity, ...

The Rongorongo Code. One of the world's most perplexing ancient mysteries...the enigmatic glyphs of Easter Island. Discovered in the 19th century, Rongorongo remains an undeciphered script that may hold the key to understanding the lost civilization of the Rapa Nui. Was it a record of their history, a sacred religious script, or something else entirely? This thrilling exploration unravels the discovery, theories, and ongoing efforts to crack the code. Perfect for history buffs and mystery lovers, this story will captivate as you journey into the heart of an ancient enigma!

Curaçao’s harbor became a meeting place for languages, merchants, enslaved people, oil workers, rebels, and islanders building a country of their own. Mainland connections lead to Spanish arrival, Dutch conquest, the slave trade, Papiamentu, Tula’s 1795 revolt, emancipation, the refinery, the uprising of 30 May 1969, and the political choices behind 10 October 2010. The history is maritime, multilingual, and inseparable from questions of power. Did You Know? - Did you know the island’s earliest communities maintained close connections with the Venezuelan mainland? - Did you know the ...

Ever wondered why an Afghan grandmother might tell you "may your hands never hurt" instead of a simple thank you? Or why "the end of a dark night is bright" is one of the most comforting things a friend can say to you? Funny Dari Sayings and Expressions is a warm, witty introduction to the idioms, blessings, and proverbs that make everyday Dari come alive. Forget dry vocabulary lists: this book takes you straight into real conversations, where a single phrase can carry centuries of hospitality, humor, and heart. Across ten themed chapters, you'll explore: Greetings and everyday courtesy ...

Struggling to turn basic Arabic phrases into real conversations? Many English speakers and Arab immigrants in the USA face this challenge—knowing words but freezing in daily interactions like family chats or community events. his book solves that by providing step-by-step dialogues tailored to life in America, helping you learn Arabic conversations without overwhelming grammar rules. Dive into practical scenarios: morning routines at home, small talk with neighbors, school discussions, introductory work exchanges, and community gatherings. Each dialogue includes Arabic script, ...

Roots Matter A Baptist’s Interpretation of Church history Learn: The consequences of right and wrong thinking concerning church history What we believe about the beginning and development of church history dramatically influences how we behave as Christians. It also impacts the testimony we have to the world around us. The worldwide influence of the Apostles With the supernatural enabling of the Lord these twelve turned more than the Middle East upside down for Christ. It is very possible that, by the end of the first century, much of the known world at the time, including Africa, India, ...

Shona idioms and proverbs are an essential part of the Shona language and culture. They convey deep meanings, often encapsulating life lessons, moral guidance, or insights into human behavior. Proverbs (often referred to as "tsumo" in Shona) and idioms ("dimikira") are used in everyday conversation and storytelling, passed down through generations as a means to preserve cultural values. This book offers 30 carefully selected Shona idioms and proverbs. Each entry includes the translation, meaning, and some context for usage, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in learning ...

An enthralling tour around the rarest languages in the world. From the whistling languages of La Gomera in the Canary Islands and the Hmong people in East and Southeast Asia, to the wars and clashes in Sri Lanka and the conservation efforts in Hawaii and New Zealand, Rare Tongues draws attention...

For over 5,000 years, the story of the Chaldean people has endured, with roots reaching back more than seven millennia to the cradle of civilization. In modern times, some assumptions about how the Chaldean name survived have occasionally blurred the distinction between Chaldean and Assyrian identities. Chaldean Chronicles brings clarity to this history. Weam Namou draws upon rare manuscripts and archival sources to trace the unbroken lineage of a people whose name is among the oldest still in use. This enduring ethnicity did not arise by coincidence or through a sixteenth-century ...

Brought to you by Penguin. Samantha’s mother tongue is dying out. An urgent need to find out more becomes an expansive investigation into how to keep hold of her culture – and when to let it go The daughter of Iraqi Jewish refugees, Samantha grew up surrounded by the noisy, vivid, hot sounds...