Narrative in Culture: The Uses of Storytelling in the Sciences, Philosophy, and Literature (Warwick Studies in Philosophy and Literature Studies)

New, Christopher

This book raises some interesting questions, but New's method of answering them is throughly obnoxious. He presents other theories in brief and proceeds to shoot them down without giving a reader ample chance (or information) to contemplate any theory but his own. Also, there are mistakes in describing certain theories. The chapters are: What is literature? clearing the ground; What is literature? Definitions and resemblances; Fiction; Psychological reactions to fiction; Imagination; Metaphor; Interpretation and Intention; Literature, truth, and morality; and Literary appraisals. The book is theory-oriented, and if literary theory is what you're interested in, look elsewhere. New's book is inadequate both in the areas of explanation (of any theories except his own; incidentally, his prose is not good at all) and argument (as there is never adequate chance to explore other theories, which are described poorly and sometimes incorrectly). If you want to learn about literary theory, keep looking. Lire plus…

Maxine Alterio; Janice Mcdrury

Learning Through Storytelling in Higher Education explores ways of using storytelling as a teaching and learning tool. When storytelling is formalized in meaningful ways, it can capture everyday examples of practice and turn them into an opportunity to learn - encouraging both reflection, a deeper understanding of a topic and stimulating critical thinking skills. The technique can accommodate diverse cultural, emotional and experiential incidents, and may be used in many different contexts eg formal/informal; one-on-one/group setting. The authors outline the different models of storytelling and explain how to make use of this technique and encourage a 'storytelling culture' within the workplace or in tutorial sessions. Academic yet accessible, this book provides a new perspective on learning techniques and will be a great asset to any educator looking to improve reflective practice. Lire plus…

Jens; Carbaugh Donal Brockmeier; Donal A Carbaugh; Jens Brockmeier; Donal Carbaugh

Introduction / Jens Brockmeier, Donal Carbaugh -- Part I. Narrative And Self Construction: Theoretical Perspectives -- Self-making And World-making / Jerome Bruner -- Narrative: Problems And Promises Of An Alternative Paradigm / Jens Brockmeier, Rom Harré -- Metaphysics And Narrative: Singularities And Multiplicities Of Self / Rom Harré -- Narrative Integrity: Autobiographical Identity And The Meaning Of The Good Life / Mark Freeman, Jens Brockmeier -- Part Ii. Worlds Of Identity: Life Stories In Cultural Context -- People Will Come To You: Blackfeet Narrative As A Resource For Contemporary Living / Donal Carbaugh -- Narratives Of National Identity As Group Narratives: Patterns Of Interpretive Cognition / Carol Fleisher Feldman -- You're Marked: Breast Cancer, Tattoo, And The Narrative Performance Of Identity / Kristin M. Langellier -- Part Iii. Between Past And Present: Autobiographical Memory And Narrative Identity -- Richard Wagner's Creative Vision At La Spezia: Or The Retrospective Interpretation Of Experience In Autobiographical Memory As A Function Of An Emerging Identity / Jerome R. Sehulster -- Identity And Narrative In Piaget's Autobiographies / Jacques Vonèche -- From The End To The Beginning: Retropective Teleology In Autobiography / Jens Brockmeier -- Concluding Commentary -- From Substance To Story: Narrative, Identity, And The Reconstruction Of The Self / Mark Freeman. Edited By Jens Brockmeier, Donal Carbaugh. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Lire plus…

Mieke Bal (Ed.)

V. 1. Major Issues In Narrative Theory -- V. 2. Special Topics -- V. 3. Political Narratology -- V. 4. Interdisciplinarity. Edited By Mieke Bal. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Lire plus…

Edited By W. J. T. Mitchell

The fourteen distinguished contributors to this volume explore ways we tell, understand, and use stories. More important, through their exploration they collectively demonstrate that the study of narrative, like the study of other significant human creations, has taken a quantum leap in the modern era. No longer the province of literary specialists who borrow their terms from psychology or linguistics, the study of narrative has become and invaluable source of insight for all the branches of human and natural science. Multidisciplinary in scope, these essays dramatize and and clarify the most fundamental debates about the nature and value of narrative as a means by which human beings attempt to represent and make sense of the world. Lire plus…

Steve Horton, Jeong Mo Yang

Combine high-end manga storytelling theory and advice with the tools for digital creation in Manga Studio, guided by expert professional manga-ka. You'll discover manga storytelling techniques, from speed lines to technology, from toning to big sound effects. Steve Horton and Jeong Mo Yang then show you how best to accomplish these techniques using the leading manga art creation program, Manga Studio EX. Every ounce of theory is backed up with step-by-step manga illustrations and Manga Studio screenshots that show how these illustrations were created. See the techniques in action in The Other Side of the Tracks, a new manga short story in the book centerfold which demonstrates at least one example from every technique described. You can also follow the continuing story as a webmanga available at comicspace.com. And there's more! The downloadable resources include trial version of Manga Studio EX along with high-resolution image files from the book. Smith Micro has also included a coupon for $100 off the full version of Manga Studio EX. Lire plus…

Anna Robinson-Pant

Women's literacy is often assumed to be the key to promoting better health, family planning and nutrition in the developing world. This has dominated much development research and has led to women's literacy being promoted by governments and aid agencies as the key to improving the lives of poor families. High dropout rates from literacy programmes suggest that the assumed link between women's literacy and development can be disputed. This book explores why women themselves want to learn to read and write and why, all too often, they decide that literacy classes are not for them. Bringing together the experiences of researchers, policy makers and practitioners working in more than a dozen countries, this edited volume presents alternative viewpoints on gender, development and literacy through detailed first-hand accounts. Rather than seeing literacy as a set of technical skills to be handed over in classrooms, these writers give new meaning to key terms such as 'barriers', 'culture', 'empowerment' and 'motivation'. Divided into three sections, this text examines new research approaches, a gendered perspective on literacy policy and programming, and implementation of literacy projects in African, Asian and South American contexts. With new insights and groundbreaking research, this collection will interest academics and professionals working in the fields of development, education and gender studies. Lire plus…

Vikki Bell

Winner of British Sociological Association Philip Abrams Memorial Prize 1993 Within feminism incest has often been subsumed under a discussion of sexual violence and abuse. Yet, important as this is, there has been little account of how feminist work itself relates to other ways of talking about and understanding incest. In Interrogating Incest Vikki Bell focuses on the issue of incest and its place in sociological theory, feminist theory and criminal law. By examining incest from a critical Foucauldian framework she considers how feminist discourse on incest itself fits into existing ways of talking about sex. Closely surveying the historical background to incest legislation and the theoretical issues involve, Vikki Bell delineates their practical implications and shows what uncomfortable questions and important dilemmas are raised by the criminalisation of incest. Lire plus…

Terence Hawkes

since Its Launch In 1987, textual Practice Has Established Itself As Britain's Leading Journal Of Radical Literary Theory. This Special Issue Examines The Theme Of Desire. Lire plus…

Steven Otfinoski

This publication provides details of classic works of literature that have been banned from schools and libraries. Entries on some of the most frequently challenged books in America include, 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' by Mark Twain and 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell. Lire plus…

Alison Turnbull Kelley

Briefly surveys the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 and provides an introduction to firefighting history, techniques, clothing, and gear. Lire plus…

Gerald Matthews, Moshe Zeidner, And Richard D. Roberts

Emotional intelligence (EI) is one of the most widely discussed topics in current psychology. Although first mentioned in the professional literature nearly two decades ago, in the past five years it has received extensive media attention. The term "emotional intelligence" refers to the ability to identify, express, and understand emotions; to assimilate emotions into thought; and to regulate both positive and negative emotions in oneself and others. Yet despite the flourishing research programs and broad popular interest, scientific evidence for a clearly identified construct of EI is sparse. It remains to be seen whether there is anything to EI that researchers in the fields of personality, intelligence, and applied psychology do not already know.This book offers a comprehensive critical review of EI. It examines current thinking on the nature, components, determinants, and consequences of EI, and evaluates the state of the art in EI theory, research, assessment, and applications. It highlights the extent to which empirical evidence supports EI as a valid construct and debunks some of the more extravagant claims that appear in the popular media. Finally, it examines the potential use of EI to guide practical... Lire plus…

Corrinne Harol

The Literary Virgin Is Eighteenth-century England's Most Enduring And Unlikely Celebrity. Despite Her Ignominious Association With Catholicism And Her Incorrigibility With Respect To The Methods Of The New Science, The Virgin Emerges, By The Middle Of The Eighteenth Century, As The Triumphant Heroine Of Sentimental Fiction As Well As A Muse For Both Satire And Pornography. This Book Explores How And Why The Virgin Turns Out To Be Such A Highly Contested Character At The Center Of Many Enlightenment Debates. By Focusing On The Figure And Fate Of The Virgin, The Book Offers New Arguments About The Relationship Of Novelist Epistemologies To Other Modes Of Knowing, About The Significance Of Virginity To Patriarchy, And About The Feminization Of The Novel.--publisher's Website. Introduction: Virginity And Patrilinear Legitimacy -- Blessed Virgins: Anti-catholic Propaganda And Convent Fantasies -- The Hymen And Its Discontents: Medical Discourses On Virginity -- Hymen Humor: Ballads And The Matter Of Virginity -- Virgin Idols And Verbal Devices: Pope's Belinda And The Virgin Mary -- Faking It: Virtue, Satire, And Pamela's Virginity -- Novel Virgins: Libertine And Literary Pleasures In Memoirs Of A Woman Of Pleasure -- Conclusion: Clarissa's Exceptional Infertility. Corrinne Harol. Originally Published As The Author's Thesis (doctoral-univ. Of Calif., Los Angeles) Under The Title: Novel Virgins. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [201]-221) And Index. Lire plus…

Carl David Reed

"For every prospective homebuyer there is a unique financial situation. Some may have past or current credit issues, others lack cash-on-hand for a down payment, and many have unpredictable incomes. But this doesn’t mean these folks are any less entitled to own a home. Who Says You Can’t Buy a Home! gives readers plenty of proven, powerful ways to overcome perceived obstacles to home ownership. Real estate and home-buying authority David Reed tells hopeful buyers everything they need to know about establishing credit, using government mortgage and zero money down programs, buying foreclosures, getting subprime loans, buying without a mortgage, and much more. And for those with shaky credit, Who Says You Can’t Buy a Home! offers priceless advice on managing credit scores and reports, repairing bad credit, and other crucial steps that can make the difference between owning a home and being turned down. The book also shows how to avoid predatory lenders and common mistakes, while giving readers the confidence and know-how to get the home they’ve always wanted." Lire plus…

Jeaniene Frost; Overdrive, Inc

you Can Run From The Grave, But You Can't Hide . . . half-vampire Cat Crawfield Is Now Special Agent Cat Crawfield, Working For The Government To Rid The World Of The Rogue Undead. She's Still Using Everything Bones, Her Sexy And Dangerous Ex, Taught Her, But When Cat Is Targeted For Assassination, The Only Man Who Can Help Her Is The Vampire She Left Behind. being Around Him Awakens All Her Emotions, From The Adrenaline Kick Of Slaying Vamps Side By Side To The Reckless Passion That Consumed Them. But A Price On Her Head—wanted: Dead Or Half-alive—means Her Survival Depends On Teaming Up With Bones. And No Matter How Hard She Tries To Keep Things Professional Between Them, She'll Find That Desire Lasts Forever . . . And That Bones Won't Let Her Get Away Again. Lire plus…

Jeff Angus

What do Hall of Fame baseball managers like Connie Mack and John McGraw have in common with today's business leaders? Why are baseball managers like Joe Torre and Dusty Baker better role models for business, government, and non–profit management than respected corporate giants like Jack Welch and Bill Gates? And just what does Peter Drucker have to do with Oriole ex–manager Earl Weaver? Management consultant, baseball writer, and columnist for InformationWeek, Computerworld, and InfoWorld, Jeff Angus shows how anyone can become a better manager by taking lessons from the leaders and nuances of the one game that is the truest test of managerial prowess. As proven by Angus' highly popular blog, Management by Baseball is a fun, story–filled guide that gives managers and anyone in business practical, actionable, understandable tools they can use to improve performance: How do you start an organization from scratch? Take a page from baseball's 19th century origins. How do you adapt to changing markets and social conditions? Learn from the man who invented Babe Ruth. What are the simplest ways to turn around a weak department? Pick up Dick Williams' proven tactics. How do you redesign corporate strategy in response to your competitors? Learn Joe Torre's secret advantage. How do you develop emotional intelligence as a leader? Find out how Ichiro Suzuki made his transition from Japan to the Major Leagues a historic success Lire plus…

Terry Pratchett

Meet Granny Weatherwx, the most highly regarded non-leader a coven of non-social witches could ever have. Generally, these loners don't get involved in anything, mush less royal intrigue. but then there are those times they can't help it. As Granny Weatherwzx is about to discover, though, it's a lot harder to stir up trouble in the castle than some theatrical types would have you think. Even when you've got a few unexpected spells up your sleave. Lire plus…