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ISBN: 9788426148223
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Languages : es
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Author: Menandra Mosquera
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
ISBN: 1479722588
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 678

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This glossary has been prepared in order to leave a record of the Quechua spoken by the people of Huarás and surrounding areas in the mid-20th century. Huarás, capital of the Region (Department) of Ancash, Peru, has a distinct form of Quechua. That dialect was endangered due to a massive earthquake on May 31, 1970. Tens of thousands of people died, and the city was destroyed. Many of the survivors left the area. Once rebuilt, Huarás was repopulated with people new to the area who use Spanish or a different dialect to communicate. Since then, technological influences such as the Internet also reinforce the use of Spanish, to the detriment of the local Quechua. Born in Huarás, I was raised in a bilingual environment, Spanish and Quechua. Although I left the area to attend the university, I could always feel at home upon returning, until that earthquake. Since then it seems strange to return to an unfamiliar city, due to people, language and environment. I hope this glossary will help the newer generations better understand, not only their grandparents and ancestors, but the culture from which they come. Language and culture are intimately tied, and much more than words is lost when a language dies. The Inca Empire (Tahuantinsuyo) was invaded by Spain in 1532. At that time Quechua was spoken, never written, throughout the Inca civilization, with many dialects. Since then, the Spanish language has been imposed, but in Huarás never did it replace Quechua to the extent that it did in 1970. This glossary contains words, several verb forms, and phrases. It is written with the expectation that it may help to preserve the inherited Quechua, so that Huarás may remain bilingual. It is written for huarasinos, the people of Huarás. If others find it useful, better yet. The glossary is in Quechua. To facilitate access to the Quechua, indices in Spanish and in English are included. M. Mosquera

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Publisher: Grupo Planeta (GBS)
ISBN: 8467025441
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 208

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Author: Isabel Schon
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 9780810851962
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 430

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Whether used for the development and support of an existing collection or for the creation of a new collection serving Spanish-speaking young readers, this outstanding resource is an essential tool. Following the same format as the highly praised 1996-1999 edition, Schon presents critical annotations for 1300 books published between 2000 and 2004, including reference, nonfiction, and fiction. One section is devoted to publishers' series, and an appendix lists dealers who carry books in Spanish. Includes author, title, and subject indexes.

Author: Radhanath Swami
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1647221331
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 555

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Con esta autobiografía extraordinaria, Radhanath Swami narra una historia llena de aventura, misticismo y amor. El lector sigue a Richard Slavin desde los suburbios de Chicago hasta las cuevas del Himalaya mientras se transforma de un joven buscador a un famoso guía espiritual. El Camino a Casa es un relato íntimo de los pasos hacia la autoconciencia y también un vistazo penetrante al corazón de las tradiciones místicas. A la misma vez, el autor también presenta los desafíos que todas las almas deben enfrentar en el camino hacia la armonía interior y una unión con lo Divino. A través de encuentros con la mortalidad, las lecciones y sabiduría de yoguis avanzados y años de viaje por el camino del peregrino, Radhanath Swami finalmente llega al santuario interior de la cultura mística de la India y finalmente encuentra el amor que ha estado buscando. Una historia contada con rara sinceridad, El Camino a Casa sumerge al lector en un viaje a la vez interesante, divertido y conmovedor.

Author: Folklore Fellows
Publisher:
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Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 366

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Author: Jack Canfield
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1453275444
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 186

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Through this collection of heartfelt true stories about family ties, helping neighbors, and lasting friendships, children will see how other kids their age have learned valuable lessons from the choices they've made--and most of all, they will realize that they are not alone.

Author: Gredna Landolt
Publisher: IWGIA
ISBN: 9789972264009
Category : Indian mythology
Languages : es
Pages : 172

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Edición bilingüe castellano-inglés que reúne una serie de mitos y leyendas de la Amazonía peruana, narrados y ricamente ilustrados por miembros de ocho pueblos indígenas: Asháninka, Shawi, Uitoto, Shipibo, Awajún, Wampís, Tikuna y Matsés.

Author: Joan Bybee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0195301560
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 374

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This is a collection of three decades of articles by the linguist Joan Bybee. Her articles argue for the importance of frequency of use as a factor in the analysis and explanation of language structure.

Author: Javier Muñoz-Basols
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136288562
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 233

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Idiomatic expressions are the ‘salt and pepper’ of any language. They give Spanish its colour and imagery, its richness and variety. From set phrases and idioms to metaphorical expressions and proverbs, these essential components allow users to add humour and spice to their language, vividly embodying Hispanic culture while naturalizing their communication style to more closely resemble that of native speakers. Key features: Includes a selection of the most widely used idioms from Spain and Latin America; Idioms are classified into specific and easy-to-reference categories; Creative activities, exercises, mnemonic devices and learning strategies facilitate the acquisition and mastery of idiomatic language; Connections between the Spanish language and Hispanic culture are explained and illustrated; Reference tables at the end of each section highlight similarities between English and Spanish usage of idiomatic language; Original samples, as well as fragments from various Spanish-speaking countries and well-known literary works, are included to help expose students to the use of idioms in journalistic and literary writing. Practical, informative and highly entertaining, this is the ideal text for all intermediate and advanced learners of Spanish.