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Readability; an appraisal of research and application. by Chall, Jeanne S.(Jeanne Sternlicht),1921-1999.(CARDINAL)129319;

Bibliography: pages 175-190.

Subjects: Reading, Psychology of.; Readability (Literary style);

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

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Walking the Kiso Road : a modern-day exploration of old Japan / by Wilson, William Scott,1944-author.(CARDINAL)726444;

Includes bibliographical references."Step back into old Japan in this fascinating travelogue of the famous Kiso Road, an ancient route used by samurai and warlords, which remains much the same today as it did hundreds of years ago. Travel with William Scott Wilson, esteemed translator of samurai philosophy, along Japan's famous Kiso Road (Kisoji in Japanese), an ancient and historic route that runs from north to south through the Kiso Valley in the Japanese Alps. The road was officially established in 1602, but ancient records show that it has been in use since at least 701, probably by merchants and hunters. In the seventeenth century, the road was a route for the daimyo (warlords) to travel on their biennial trips--along with their samurai and porters--to the new capital of Edo (now Tokyo). The natural beauty of the route is renowned--and famously inspired a series of woodblock prints by the artist Hiroshige. Walking the Kiso Road is a window into old Japan, and Wilson shares its rich history and lore, literary and artistic significance, cuisine and architecture. Wilson is a delightful and expert guide. His storytelling ability; vast knowledge of Japanese history, literature, and culture; and warm and readable writing style make this a book that will be treasured as much by armchair travelers as by tourists"--Provided by publisher.

Subjects: Wilson, William Scott, 1944-;

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

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MLA handbook for writers of research papers / by Gibaldi, Joseph,1942-(CARDINAL)145840; Modern Language Association of America.(CARDINAL)137700;

Includes bibliographical references and index.1290L

Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Report writing; Research;

Available copies: 15 / Total copies: 19

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Adults in college : a survival guide for nontraditional students / by Schindley, Wanda.(CARDINAL)643933;

Includes bibliographical references (page 249) and index.

Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Adult college students; Adult learning; College student orientation;

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

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The War of the Worlds [large print] / by Wells, H. G.(Herbert George),1866-1946,author.(CARDINAL)142647; Editions, Mint,author.;

The narrator tells of witnessing the unstoppable onslaught of invaders from Mars, leading toward the seemingly inevitable downfall of mankind in this landmark of the literary imagination and foundational novel of the science fiction genre. First published in 1897 and never out of print since, The War of the Worlds is told in a lucid, almost documentary, style. The realistically depicted setting, with cities and streets accurately described, gives the Martian attack, and the subsequent collapse of order in Victorian England, unforgettable impact. The British Empire brings its mightiest war machines to bear to no avail as the fleeing narrator is reduced to hiding in the ruins of civilization while being stalked by an inhuman enemy. Adapted repeatedly to film and television, the novel's central concept of humanity under attack by extraterrestrials has never ceased resonating in pop culture and may have inspired more imitations than any other trope in the science fiction genre. It is a tribute to the capacious imagination of H.G. Wells that this novel retains both a sense of otherworldly wonder and a harrowing intensity to this day. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The War of the Worlds is both modern and readable.

Subjects: Large print books.; Novels.;

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

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The beloved vision : a history of nineteenth century music / by Walsh, Stephen,1942-author.(CARDINAL)537875;

Includes bibliographical references (pages 395-405) and index.Introduction: A Difficult and Dangerous Undertaking -- Longing for Chaos -- A Young Rhinelander -- Pleasing the Crowd and Escaping It -- Operas Grand and Grotesque -- Landscapes of the Heart and the Mind -- Geniuses, Young and not so Young -- Opera as Politics, Politics as Opera -- The Mendelssohn Set -- The Nation Takes the Stand -- New Paths, Different Directions -- The Nation Speaks -- The Road to Rome, and to Munich -- Bayreuth: Its Friends and Its Enemies -- Ars Gallica, Ars Veritatis -- Clouds, Forests and More Clouds -- The Shadow of Bayreuth -- A Russian Autocrat and an English Misfit -- The Song Ends but the Melody Lingers On."A rich and luminous biography of nineteenth century music from the acclaimed author of Debussy: A Painter in Sound. When one thinks of "great" classical music -- music with the most emotional resonance and timelessness -- we harken back to the nineteenth century and the Romantic tradition. We recall the sweet melody of a Schubert song, the heroine dying for love in an Italian opera, the swooning orchestration of a Tchaikovsky symphony. The emotional resonance of nineteenth century has moved generations musicians and resonated with countless listeners. It has inspired artists and writers. But no writer until how has adopted such a vividly insightful narrative approach as Stephen Walsh and he shows how there is more to Romantic music that meets the eye -- and the ear. With authority, insight, and passion, The Beloved Vision, links the music history of this singular epoch to the ideas that lay behind Romanticism in all its manifestations. In this complete, entertaining, and singularly readable account, we come to understand the entire phase in music history that has become the mainstay of the twentieth and twenty-first century concert and operatic repertoire. We also come to understand Beethoven, Mahler, Schubert, Chopin, and Wagner anew. The narrative begins in the eighteenth century, with C.P.E. Bach, Haydn and the literary movement known as Sturm und Drang, seen as a reaction of the individual artist to the confident certainties of the Enlightenment. The windows are flung open, and everything to do with style, form, even technique, is exposed to the emotional and intellectual weather, the impulses and preferences of the individual composer. Risk taking -- the braving of the unknown -- was certainly an important part of what the composers wanted to do, as true of Chopin and Verdi as it is of Berlioz and Wagner. It's an exciting, colorful, story, told with passion but also with the precision and clarity of detail for which Stephen Walsh is so widely admired. The Beloved Vision is a cultural tour de force, by turns bold, challenging, and immensely stimulating" --

Subjects: Music criticism and reviews.; Music;

Available copies: 5 / Total copies: 6

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MLA handbook for writers of research papers [large print] / by Gibaldi, Joseph,1942-author.(CARDINAL)145840; Modern Language Association of America,contributor.(CARDINAL)137700;

Includes bibliographical references and index.The expanded, revised, and redesigned sixth edition of the handbook is a complete, up-to-date guide to documentation style and online research.1290L

Subjects: Large print books.; Handbooks and manuals.; Report writing; Research;

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

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The complete guide to writing biographies / by Schwarz, Ted,1945-(CARDINAL)141590;

1. Why a biography -- The subject's name can see your book, even if you are an unknown. Biographies are among the most popular books being sold. Biographies frequently become best sellers, even for new authors -- 2. Selecting a subject -- Types of biographies. Some of your best subjects are dead. The business side of planning your biography. Understanding what publishers seek in your proposal. Pleasing the marketing department in order to make your sale -- 3. Gaining the cooperation of the as-told-to subject -- The wonderful book that lists almost everyone who is "anyone." -- Contacting the rich, the famous, and the colorful. Timing your approach so they say "yes," even to a first-time author. Preparing a mutually satisfactory agreement -- 4. Beginning the research -- The Freedom of Information Act -- legal access to all those "dirty little secrets." Finding and interviewing living witnesses. Finding and effectively using newspaper and magazine articles about your subject -- 5. Library research -- Discovering the hidden resources within your library. Finding and using specialized libraries -- 6. Conducting interviews -- Now that he or she has agreed to talk, what do I ask? Planning each session. Essential equipment. Interviewing primary sources, including the subject of an as-told-to book. Breaking the ice -- 7. Biographies for children -- Choosing a subject. Honesty is the only policy if you want to be published. Style and format. Recreating scenes and dialogue where critical. Editors tell you what they are seeking -- 8. How can you say that about them? -- How far should you go in telling the "dirty little secrets"? How to know if it's legal. Understanding libel. You can say it, but should you? -- the issue of ethics -- 9. Writing the biography -- The hardest part -- finding the right opening. Anecdotes make your book readable. The use of flashbacks to make time sequences more interesting. When and how to use quotes. Writing tricks of the trade -- 10. How to market your biography -- Do you really need an agent? And how to get along without one. Understanding the marketplace for your book. Identifying the right potential publishers. Tricks for a proper presentation -- simple chapters, manuscript appearance, and other details -- 11. Understanding the contract -- Do you really need a lawyer? Royalties vs. work-for-hire arrangements. Determining your expenses. Planning a fair collaboration. Understanding the advance, royalty payments, and subrights sales. Reading the contract so that you are in control.

Subjects: Authorship.; Biography as a literary form.;

Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1

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