A comprehensive reference guide packed with a wealth of useful information. Suitable for every classroom, it includes pages on: rules; vowels; consonants; plurals; prefixes; suffixes; apostrophes; acronyms; abbreviations; and, root words.
Exploring the captivating realm of college folklore, this book delves into legends, rumors, pranks, and rituals that shape student life. It features introductory chapters outlining various types of campus folklore, alongside a collection of approximately 50 legends from diverse institutions. Additionally, it provides insights into scholarly perspectives and examines the portrayal of campus legends in movies, television, and popular culture, offering a comprehensive look at the stories that resonate within university communities.
Stretching from the ancient Chinese capital of Xian across the expanses of Central Asia to Rome, the Silk Road was, for 2,000 years, a vibrant network of arteries that carried the lifeblood of nations across the world. This book covers the Central Asian section of the Silk Road.
Exploring the Southern Tier of New York, the book delves into a rich tapestry of local legends and supernatural tales. From the haunted Inebriate Asylum in Binghamton to the mysterious young woman in white at Owego's "Devil's Bend," each story reveals a blend of history and folklore. The narrative also highlights the paranormal experiences reported by students at Elmira College, SUNY Fredonia, and Binghamton University. Folklorist Elizabeth Tucker brings to life these eerie accounts of haunted homes, parks, and cemeteries, inviting readers into a world of mystery and intrigue.
The book presents a faithful reprint of the original 1896 edition, showcasing the timeless works of Juliana Horatia Ewing. It captures her unique storytelling style and the charm of her narratives, reflecting the themes and characters that have resonated with readers for generations. This edition preserves the historical context and literary significance of Ewing's contributions to children's literature.
Exploring the rich tapestry of children's folklore, this book offers insights into its definition, classification, and significance in literature and popular culture. It delves into the scholarly interpretation of these traditions, providing a comprehensive overview for students and general readers alike. With a diverse array of examples and texts, the volume showcases the global variety of children's folklore, highlighting the unique games, stories, and riddles that shape the childhood experience across cultures.
"The whites have driven us from the great salt water, forced us over the mountains.The way, the only way, to check and stop this evil is for all red men to unite in claiming a common equal right in the land." -Tecumseh, quoted in Tecumseh: Vision of Glory The legendary charismatic Indian chief Tecumseh was born nearly a decade before Columbus' discovery of the New World. He came of age in an era of violence and cultural decay in which Indian tribes across the American continent expended their energy attempting to oust invading Europeans who were confiscating their land. When white settlers were pushing beyond into Indian territories as the state of Ohio joined the Union in 1803, angry Native Americans vowed to keep these settlers from taking more Indian land. Tecumseh, already an accomplished warrior assumed the role of war chief to organize Indian nations into a confederation and then led the drive to preserve Indian lands and customs. Noted biographer GLENN TUCKER expands the scope of his earlier books by focusing exclusively on the intimate knowledge of his subject; Tecumseh. Taking an in-depth look at this complex man, his life, and the times that shaped him, Tucker's work appeals to history buffs as well as anyone interested in thoughtfully crafted American biographies.
This beautifully illustrated book is intended as background reading for travelers on one of the most popular sections of the Silk Road--the Xian to Kashgar route through China, linking with the Karakorum Highway through Northern Pakistan.
On the third day of Gettysburg, Robert E. Lee launched a magnificent attack. For pure pageantry it was unsurpassed, and it also marked the centerpiece of the war, both time-wise and in terms of how the conflict had turned a corner- from persistent Confederate hopes to impending Rebel despair.
Golden Age of Piracy's most famous female pirate, shrouded in myth for centuries, revealed here in her first biography.