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Sinopsis
I am a student of language and literature. I have been reading, writing, and studying for most of my life. I received a B.A. in English from Fresno State and then went on to receive an M.A. and Ph.D. in English at Indiana University. I am interested in literature, philosophy, history and gardening. For the last 16 years, I have been a teacher at Peninsula College and, when not working, reading, or writing, spend much of my time in my garden.Note-Content belongs to Wes Cecil, this podcast mirrors his youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ff15w4ufviWfv9UfIuByA
Episodios
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6 - 17 Conclusion - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h02minThe final lecture that discusses some of the wider issues surrounding the nature of language.
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6 - 16 Future Of Language - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h06minA lecture that explores the development, spread, and influence of a variety of languages.
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6 - 15 English - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h02minA lecture exploring the history, development and influence of the English language. The Poems read in the lecture: When the English tongue we speak. Why is break not rhymed with freak? Will you tell me why it's true We say sew but likewise few? And the maker of the verse, Cannot rhyme his horse with worse? Beard is not the same as heard Cord is different from word. Cow is cow but low is low Shoe is never rhymed with foe. Think of hose, dose,and lose And think of goose and yet with choose Think of comb, tomb and bomb, Doll and roll or home and some. Since pay is rhymed with say Why not paid with said I pray? Think of blood, food and good. Mould is not pronounced like could. Wherefore done, but gone and lone - Is there any reason known? To sum up all, it seems to me Sound and letters don't agree. We must polish the Polish furniture. He could lead if he would get the lead out. The farm was used to produce produce. The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse. The soldier decided to desert in the de
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6 - 14 Japanese - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 59minAn exploration of the cultural and linguistic history of Japan.Note, I misspoke and said prior to WWII there were only about 60 non-Japanese speakers of Japanese in the US, that estimate is for prior the Russo-Japanese war - 1905.
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6 - 13 Korean - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 52minThis lecture explores the history and development of the Korean language and culture.
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6 - 12 Mayan And Nahuatl - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 53minThis lecture explores the development and influence of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations.
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6 - 10 German - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 52minA lecture on the history and development of the German language and culture.Covers the astonishing cultural coherence and influence of the German language and its influence on the modern world.
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6 - 09 Russian - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 52minThis lecture covers the origins and development of the Russian language and associated culture.
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6 - 08 Arabic - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 57minA lecture exploring the origins, development and influence of Arabic.
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6 - 07 Persian - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 57minA lecture on the history and development of the Persian language and associated literature.
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6 - 06 French - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 55minThis lecture reviews the origins, development and continuing influence of French and French culture.
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6 - 05 Greek - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h02minThe lecture covers the origins, development, and influence of the Greek language and related civilization.
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6 - 04 Chinese - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h02minI explore the incredible history of Chinese civilization and language and the current cultural challenges in China. Two Notes: I referred to the age of Old Testament texts early in the lecture - I meant New Testament texts. The earliest NT texts date from around 200 AD most are later. The Tale of the Marshes or Water Margins was set in the Song Dynasty. This is what happens when you have so many dates and names and you lecture without notes.
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6 - 03 Sanskrit And Indian Civilization - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h03minThis lecture focuses on the still thriving tradition of Sanskrit, its development and widespread influence.
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6 - 02 Egyptian Civilization And Hieroglyphics - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h04minThis lecture explores the 3,000 year history of Egypt, focusing on the development of Hieroglyphics and the lasting influence of Egyptian ideas. NOTE: In the lecture I erroneously state that Jean-François Champollion was in Egypt with Napoleon. He did not go to Egypt until a later archaeological expedition. This is what happens when you lecture without notes.
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6 - 01 Cuneiform Civilizations - Languages And Literature
29/10/2015 Duración: 56minThe first in the Languages and Literatures lecture series, this lecture presents the history and development of Cuneiform; the oldest known style of writing. Explores Sumerian, Babylonian and Akkadian literature and civilizations.
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5 Radio - Food For Thought
29/10/2015 Duración: 26minRadio interview for an upcoming Dinner/Lecture to be presented in Port Townsend March 27th.
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4 Special Lecture - Women: Where We've Been, Where We Are And Where We Are Going
29/10/2015 Duración: 34minThis lecture was delivered to our local AAUW chapter on the question of the current status of women. The recording has a bit of echo because the hall is very large.
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3 - 06 Cultural Milieu - The Humane Arts
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h09minA lecture on the aspects of society that contribute to advancement in the arts and sciences.
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3 - 05 The Salon And Cafe' - The Humane Arts
29/10/2015 Duración: 01h01minThis lecture presents the history and significance of the Salon and Cafe as a contributor to a humane existence.