POLITIKA

Jurijs Feļštinskis. Gadsimta “štelles”. Donalds Tramps un Dmitrijs Ribolovļevs Kremļa pavadā

Jumava, 2026

Lasītājs iegūs informāciju par to, cik draudoša pasaules miera stabilitātei ir atsevišķu valstu vadītāju vēlme realizēt savas ambīcijas par pasaules kundzības nodrošināšanu ar netīrās naudas palīdzību, kas iegūta no savas valsts dabas bagātību izlaupīšanas, ignorējot šīs valsts ekonomikas stabilitāti. Šī grāmata ir arī mēģinājums apelēt pie valstu iedzīvotāju izpratnes par pašu iedzīvotāju (vēlētāju) atbildību, izvēloties savas valsts vadītājus. Trampa gadījumā viņa straujie un mainīgie rīkojumi un paziņojumi, kas nav līdzsvarā ar stabila miera nodrošinājumu pasaulē, rada haosu pasaules valstu attiecībās. Vienas valsts iedzīvotāji globāli pasauli nevar izmainīt, bet var izmainīt savas valsts pastāvēšanas lietu kārtību kā vēlētājiem, uzņemoties atbildību par galvenās valsts pastāvēšanas paradigmas – suverēnas, tiesiskas un demokrātiskas valsts pastāvēšanu, kas būs šīs valsts ieguldījums miera nodrošināšanai pasaulē.

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PSIHOLOĢIJA

Dace Rolava. Piecas lekcijas par pieciem domāšanas stiliem, kas palīdzēs izprast sevi un līdzcilvēkus

Lietusdārzs, 2026

Grāmata ir praktisks un vienlaikus dziļš ieskats cilvēka uztveres mehānismos. Mēs pasauli uztveram atšķirīgi – vieni to redz tēlos, otri dzird skaņās un vārdos, trešie izjūt caur ķermeni, emocijām vai loģiskām shēmām. Grāmata kalpo kā atslēga uz skaidrāku komunikāciju ģimenē darbā un attiecībās un atklāj, kā atšķirīgi uztveres un domāšanas stili ietekmē mūsu lēmumus, rīcību un, pats galvenais, savstarpējās attiecības. Izprotot savu vadošo domāšanas stilu, kļūst skaidrs, kāpēc dažkārt runājam atšķirīgās valodās un kā izvēlēties pieeju, lai pārvarētu pārpratumu barjeras un tiktu sadzirdēts un saprasts.

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MŪZIKA

“Ielaist sevī tikai vērtīgo!” – tāds ir R. Paula vienaudzes, dziedātājas un komponistes Lolitas Vambutes lozungs. Mūsu rokās nonākusi latviešu estrādes zvaigznes dienasgrāmata, un viņas atziņās noteikti ir vērts ieklausīties. Laikam nav varas pār Lolitas šarmu un enerģiju. Dziedātāja lepojas ar savu dzīves pieredzi un sasniegumiem mūzikā, prot visā saskatīt labo un vērtīgo. Sadarbība ar komponisti Elgu Igenbergu, duets māsas Vambutes, tad solodaiļrade, soli pa solim tuvojoties virsotnei, iespaidi no poļu vieglās mūzikas, Māras Zālītes dzejas tvērums melodijā pirmoreiz latviešu mūzikā! Klausoties Vambutes dziļi izjustajās dziesmās, nezināms paliek tas lielais, nogurdinošais darbs, kāds jāveic, lai spētu radīt un iziet uz skatuves. Lolita ir apveltīta ar sievišķīgu gudrību, uzsverot, ka katram cilvēkam jātiecas uz pilnību, diendienā jāstrādā ar sevi visās jomās no ēdienkartes un vingrošanas līdz domu un pārdomu ētikai.

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TRANSPORTA LĪDZEKĻI

Ieva Vītola. Gaujas plosta siešana un vadīšana mūsdienās

biedrība “Gaujas plostnieki”, 2025

Rokasgrāmata par plosta siešanu tapusi 2024. gadā, Gaujas krastos, apkopojot Gaujas plostnieku prasmes, zināšanas un pieredzi mūsdienās. Nelielais izdevums, no vienas puses, dokumentē mūsdienu prakses un pieredzi Gaujas plosta siešanā un vadīšanā, no otras puses, apkopo zināšanas, lai tās varētu nodot tālāk tiem, kuri paši kādreiz gribēs sasiet plostu un doties ar to upes straumē. Rokasgrāmatā iekļauti arī ar drošību saistītie noteikumi, kas, sienot plostu, to vadot un ar to pārvietojoties, ir svarīgi ne tikai pašiem Gaujas plostniekiem, bet ikvienam plosta brauciena dalībniekam.

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IZGLĪTĪBA

Viktorija Saldava-Reice. Lasāmpasakas raitai valodiņai 

RaKa, 2026

Grāmatā atrodamas pasakas, kuras pielāgotas tam, lai bērni varētu reizē attīstīt lasītprasmi un skaņu izrunas prasmi. Pasaku tekstos vārdi sadalīti zilbēs, bet atsevišķi vārdi aizstāti ar attēlu simboliem. Šāds vizuālais atbalsts atvieglo lasīšanu, teksta uztveri un palīdz bērnam saglabāt interesi par lasīšanas procesu. Katru pasaku papildina artikulācijas vingrinājumi, kas ļauj lasīšanu apvienot ar runas un skaņu izrunas pilnveidi. Grāmatas pielikumā iekļauti krāsojamie attēli. Tie saistīti ar pasaku tematiku un paredzēti ne tikai radošai darbībai, sīkās motorikas attīstīšanai, bet arī valodas un stāstītprasmes nostiprināšanai. Ievada daļā autore sniedz metodiskus ieteikumus. Grāmatas beigās atsevišķi aprakstīti visi vingrinājumi- kā pareizi tos veikt. Kopā ar šo grāmatu pedagogi var izmantot otru autores izdevumu „Klausāmpasakas raitai valodiņai”.

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Viktorija Saldava-Reice. Klausāmpasakas raitai valodiņai

RaKa, 2026

„Klausāmpasakas raitai valodiņai” ir metodisks materiāls darbam ar pirmsskolas un jaunākā skolas vecuma bērniem, kā arī bērniem, kuriem nepieciešams papildu atbalsts valodas un runas attīstībā. Pasakas domātas tam lai tās lasītu pieaugušais un tālāk izmantotu sadarbībai ar bērnu. Pasakas papildina artikulācijas vingrinājumi. Tie kļūst par tās notikumu sastāvdaļu, tādējādi veicinot bērna ieinteresētību un līdzdalību. Grāmatas pielikumā iekļauti sižeta attēli katrai pasakai. Tie paredzēti pasakas satura nostiprināšanai, notikumu secības izpratnei un stāstītprasmes attīstīšanai. Kopā ar šo grāmatu var pedagogi var izmantot otru autores izdevumu „Lasāmpasakas raitai valodiņai”.

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VALODNIECĪBA

 Mēneša mājasdarbi latviešu valodā 4.-9. klasei                                                             Zvaigzne ABC, 2023

Mēneša mājasdarbs piedāvā skolēniem attīstīt pašvadītas mācīšanās prasmes: patstāvīgi mēneša laikā plānot veicamos mājasdarba uzdevumus; izvēlēties nepieciešamos papildu resursus – vārdnīcas, tīmekļa adreses, raidījumu ierakstus, arī spēlfilmas uzdevumu veikšanai –; izvirzīt mācību mērķi un izplānot, kā to sasniegt; uzraudzīt plāna īstenošanas laiku; novērtēt, kā izdevies sasniegt mērķi. Šajā krājumā piedāvātais materiāls ļauj skolēnam pētīt, atklāt un radoši pašizpausties, strādājot ar tekstiem, kas ir mūsdienīgi, aktuāli, vērtīborientēti. Tā ir mācīšanās iedziļinoties – process, kura laikā skolēns attīsta spēju vispārināt, pārnest jaunās zināšanas un prasmes uz nezināmām situācijām, t. sk. reālās dzīves situācijām.

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A Guide to Practical Online Lexicography provides a step-by-step course on digital lexicography, discussing state-of-the-art theoretical lexicography and offering a guide to practical lexicography, with a focus on monolingual online dictionaries. Dictionaries today need to be designed and made for online environments, use up-to-date technologies in all aspects of lexicography, and have adequate business models in place for financing them. This book: Covers lexicographic data and categories of existing online dictionaries, and shows how to plan, analyse, and store data. Discusses the relationship between technology, dictionary users and dictionary makers, lexicographic developments, and economic costs. Provides an in-depth case study of designing and making the Diccionario Digital del Español (DIDES), an online dictionary of Spanish edited by the author. Includes further reading recommendations, practical activities, and questions for discussion at the end of each chapter. Drawing on materials developed by the author from his experience of over 20 years of lecturing in universities and institutions globally, this is a practical go-to guide to online lexicography for students of lexicography, e-lexicographers and researchers.

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Luis Perez-Gonzalez. Audiovisual Translation

Routledge, 2014

Audiovisual translation is the fastest growing strand within translation studies. This book addresses the need for more robust theoretical frameworks to investigate emerging text- types, address new methodological challenges (including the compilation, analysis and reproduction of audiovisual data), and understand new discourse communities bound together by the production and consumption of audiovisual texts. In this clear, user- friendly book, Luis Pérez-González introduces and explores the field, presenting and critiquing key concepts, research models and methodological approaches. This will be an essential text for all students studying audiovisual or screen translation at postgraduate or advanced undergraduate level and key reading for all researchers working in the area

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Jean-Luc Penfornis. Communication progressive du francais des affaires 

CLE International, 2025

Ouvrage de Communication des affaires en français langue étrangère (FLE) dans la collection Progressive destiné aux grands adolescents et adultes, niveau intermédiaire (A2/B1). Pour les étudiants ou les professionnels de niveau intermédiaire (niveau B1 du CECR), désireux de communiquer en français dans un environnement professionnel. Ce qui fait le succès de cet ouvrage de communication: 74 situations courantes de la vie au travail empruntées à la communication orale et à la communication écrite. Des activités variées et pragmatiques de compréhension et d’expression. Des thèmes utiles et intéressants: civilités,téléphone, rendez-vous et invitations, voyages, hôtels, restaurants, réunions, discours, ressources humaines, achat-vente, banque-assurance.

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Jean-Luc Penfornis. En contact 

CLE International, 2023

Livre de l’élève dans la collection En contact , méthode de français langue étrangère (FLE), pour grands adolescents et adultes, niveau B1. Se préparer à une communication immédiate En contact est une méthode de français pour adultes et grands adolescents sur 2 niveaux En contact niveau débutant A1/A2 En contact niveau intermédiaire B1 Son parcours clair et balisé permet d’acquérir rapidement et concrétement les outils d’une communication simple et authentique. Elle permet aux apprenants de : Donner vraiment du sens à la communication Apprendre concrètement à communiquer à l’oral et à l’écrit Réemployer immédiatement ce que l’on a appris dans des situations concrètes de communication Se préparer efficacement aux tests et certifications B1

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Ernesto Martín Peris, Neus Sans Baulenas. Gente al día 1

Difusion, 2025

Gente al día 1. Edición híbrida para estudiantes – Libro + entorno digital. Level A1-A2. The update of Gente Hoy, the great reference in the task-based approach. What will you find in Gente al día? – The methodological essence of the Gente collection updated with new videos, audios and written documents that show relevant aspects of the Spanish-speaking world today. – More accessible graphics. – Proposals that continue to advocate for a natural use of language and the participation of students in relevant communicative exchanges. – Hundreds of digital resources incorporated into the manual pages and hosted on Campus Difusión: interactive activities, projections, videos on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, literature, culture, etc. – A 100% accessible flipbook manual – A revamped Workbook, available separately from the manual, offering enjoyable and meaningful formal practice activities, as well as its digital version on Campus Difusión. – This collection includes a new AI User Guide that will help teachers incorporate some techniques based on artificial intelligence into their practices, both in the preparation of their classes and in the activities they propose to students.

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Ernesto Martín Peris, Pablo Martínez Gila, Neus Sans Baulenas. Gente al día 1 

Difusion, 2025

Este Cuaderno de ejercicios de Gente al día incluye la versión en papel más su versión digital en Campus Difusión. Gente al día es la renovación de la colección Gente. Esta nueva edición ofrece: actividades y textos actualizados para reflejar el mundo actual; nuevos audios y vídeos; un grafismo más accesible; un renovado Cuaderno de ejercicios con actividades amenas y significativas; centenares de recursos digitales en Campus Difusión: actividades interactivas, proyectables, vídeos de gramática, léxico, pronunciación, literatura, cultura, etc.; una versión digital que asegura la accesibilidad del manual y sus recursos

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“This accessible introduction to multimodality illuminates the potential of multimodal research for understanding the ways in which people communicate. Readers will become familiar with the key concepts and methods in various domains while learning how to engage critically with the notion of multimodality. Now fully revised to engage with new research, include new case studies and present a more global outlook, the book challenges widely held assumptions about language and presents the practical steps involved in setting up a multimodal study, including: formulating research questions collecting research materials assessing and developing methods of transcription considering the ethical dimensions of multimodal research With a wide range of examples, clear practical support and a glossary of terms, Introducing Multimodality is the ideal reference for undergraduate and postgraduate students in multimodality, semiotics, applied linguistics and media and communication studies. Online materials including an updated study guide, exercises and links to relevant resources, are available on the companion website at www.routledge.com/cw/jewitt and the Routledge Language and Communication Portal”–Sniedz izdevējs.

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Teilband A1.1 Kursbuchteil – alle Lektionen folgen einem klaren Aufbau für hohe Lerntransparenz – neue Foto-Hörgeschichten als Einstieg in jede Lektion – interessante Texte und vielfältige Landeskunde – induktive Grammatik fördert Bewusstmachung und Verständnis – Vorbereitung auf den Berufsalltag durch verstärkten Berufsbezug – Stärkung der Lernerautonomie durch eine Doppelseite zu Grammatik und Redemitteln mit Übungen und Lernhilfen am Ende jeder Lektion – Transparenz durch Lernziele mit der Möglichkeit zur Selbsteinschätzung – flexible Ergänzung der Lektionsinhalte durch die „Zwischendurch mal …-Seiten“ – alle Audiodateien und Filme zum Kursbuch über mobile Geräte (Smartphone, Tablet-PC) abrufbar mit kostenloser App Arbeitsbuchteil – Übungen und Wiederholungsübungen in verschiedenen Schwierigkeitsstufen zur Binnendifferenzierung – ein systematisch aufgebautes Schreibtraining – Wortschatztraining für einen gezielten Wortschatzerwerb – ein ausführliches Phonetikprogramm – Aufgaben zum Mehrsprachigkeitsansatz – Prüfungsaufgaben – Lernertests mit Selbstauswertung und weiterführendem Trainingsprogramm im Lehrwerkservice – integrierte Fokus-Seiten bieten zahlreiche zusätzliche Materialien zu den Themen Beruf und Alltag. – Lernwortschatz-Seiten am Ende des Buches mit Illustrationen und Beispielsätzen, Schreibzeilen und Lerntipps – eine systematische Grammatik-Übersicht im Anhang

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Zielniveau A1.2 Teilband A1.2 Kursbuchteil – alle Lektionen folgen einem klaren Aufbau für hohe Lerntransparenz – neue Foto-Hörgeschichten als Einstieg in jede Lektion – interessante Texte und vielfältige Landeskunde – induktive Grammatik fördert Bewusstmachung und Verständnis – Vorbereitung auf den Berufsalltag durch verstärkten Berufsbezug – Stärkung der Lernerautonomie durch eine Doppelseite zu Grammatik und Redemitteln mit Übungen und Lernhilfen am Ende jeder Lektion – Transparenz durch Lernziele mit der Möglichkeit zur Selbsteinschätzung – flexible Ergänzung der Lektionsinhalte durch die „Zwischendurch mal …-Seiten“ – alle Audiodateien und Filme zum Kursbuch über mobile Geräte (Smartphone, Tablet-PC) abrufbar mit kostenloser App Arbeitsbuchteil – Übungen und Wiederholungsübungen in verschiedenen Schwierigkeitsstufen zur Binnendifferenzierung – ein systematisch aufgebautes Schreibtraining – Wortschatztraining für einen gezielten Wortschatzerwerb – ein ausführliches Phonetikprogramm – Aufgaben zum Mehrsprachigkeitsansatz – Prüfungsaufgaben – Lernertests mit Selbstauswertung und weiterführendem Trainingsprogramm im Lehrwerkservice – integrierte Fokus-Seiten bieten zahlreiche zusätzliche Materialien zu den Themen Beruf und Alltag. – Lernwortschatz-Seiten am Ende des Buches mit Illustrationen und Beispielsätzen, Schreibzeilen und Lerntipps – eine systematische Grammatik-Übersicht im Anhang.

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An elegant and intimate insight into the personal and practical processes of writing, Andrew Cowan’s The Art of Writing Fiction draws on his experience as a prize-winning novelist and his work with emerging writers at the University of East Anglia. As illuminating for the recreational writer as for students of Creative Writing, the twelve chapters of the book correspond to the twelve weeks of a typical university syllabus, and provide guidance on mastering key aspects of fiction such as structure, character, voice, point of view and setting, as well as describing techniques for stimulating creativity and getting the most out of feedback. The new edition offers extended consideration to structure, point of view, and the organisation of time in the novel, as well as the conduct of the Creative Writing workshop in the light of the decolonising the curriculum movement. It features additional writing exercises, as well as an afterword with invaluable advice on approaching agents and publishers. The range of writers surveyed is greatly expanded, finding inspiration and practical guidance in the work of Margaret Atwood, Ayanna Lloyd Banwo, Richard Beard, Tsitsi Dangarembga, Richard Ford, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Anjali Joseph, James Joyce, James Kelman, Ian McEwan, Arundhati Roy, Sam Selvon, Vikram Seth and Ali Smith, among many others. With over 80 writing exercises and examples taken from dozens of novels and short stories, the new edition of The Art of Writing Fiction is enriched by the author’s own experience as a novelist and lecturer, making it an essential guide for readers interested in the theory, teaching and practice of Creative Writing

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The Routledge Handbook of audiovisual translation

Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2021

Divided in four parts, this reference work consists of 32 state-of-the-art chapters from leading international scholars. The first part focuses on established and emerging audiovisual translation modalities, explores the changing contexts in which they have been and continue to be used, and examines how cultural and technological changes are directing their future trajectories. The second part delves into the interface between audiovisual translation and a range of theoretical models that have proved particularly productive in steering research in audiovisual translation studies. The third part surveys a selection of methodological approaches supporting traditional and innovative ways of interrogating audiovisual translation data. The final part addresses an array of themes pertaining to the place of audiovisual translation in society.

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Renate Luscher. Übungsgrammatik für Anfänger

Hueber Verlag, 2007

Einfache Erklärungen, klare Beispiele, gute Übungen: die komplette Grammatik zum Nachschlagen und Üben für die B1-Prüfung. Die pädagogische Grammatik führt von einfachen Strukturen und Sätzen zum Niveau B1. Darüber hinaus bereitet sie den Übergang zur Mittelstufe vor. Die Erklärungen sind sprachlich einfach und werden von wertvollen Lerntipps begleitet. Die Syntax wird zusammen mit den passenden Strukturen gelernt; die Wortbildung kommt nicht zu kurz; die Übungen basieren auf authentischen Texten. Die Grammatik ist progressiv und lehrwerksunabhängig. Sie kann parallel zu jedem Grundstufenlehrwerk eingesetzt werden. Durch den integrierten Lösungsschlüssel ist die Grammatik besonders für Selbstlernende geeignet.

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George Yule. The study of language 

Cambridge University Press, 2023

- “This bestselling textbook provides an engaging and user-friendly introduction to the study of language. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, Yule presents information in bite-sized sections, clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics through all the key elements of language. This eighth edition has been revised and updated throughout, with major changes in the chapters of origins, phonetics, syntax, semantics, pragmatics, discourse analysis, first and second language acquisition, and culture. There are 40 new study questions and over 60 new and updated additions to the Further Readings. To increase student engagement and to foster problem-solving and critical thinking skills, the book includes over 20 new tasks. An expanded and revised website provides students with further resources, including a substantial study guide. This is the most fundamental and easy-to-use introduction to the study of language”–.

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Jean-Luc Penfornis. Vocabulaire progressif du francais des affaires 

CLE International, 2018

Ouvrage de Vocabulaire des affaires en français langue étrangère (FLE) dans la collection Progressive destiné aux grands adolescents et adultes, niveau intermédiaire (A2/B1). Ce qui fait le succès de cet ouvrage de Vocabulaire: une organisation claire : la leçon sur la page de gauche; les exercices et les activités communicatives sur la page de droite. 70 chapitres présentant les points généralement abordés au niveau B1 du Cadre commun européen de référence pour les langues un apprentissage progressif: il suit la progression naturelle des méthodes de français. un usage souple: pour la classe ou en auto-apprentissage une préparation adaptée aux certifications: un entrainement efficace pour mieux réussir aux examens. A découvrir dans cette deuxième édition: un CD audio avec des documents sonores accompagnés d’activités un test d’évaluation avec ses corrigés des illustrations pédagogiques actuelles et colorées 50 nouveaux exercices

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Ailsa Cox. Writing short stories

Routledge, 2025

“The third edition of Writing Short Stories has been revised and updated to provide a complete guide to the craft of writing short stories. It emphasizes the importance of voice as a foundation for work on characterization, imagery, dialogue and pace, as readers move from their first sketches to working on more complex narrative structures. Ailsa Cox guides readers through key aspects of the craft, providing a variety of case studies of classic and contemporary core texts. The wide range of writers discussed include Edgar Allan Poe, Katherine Mansfield, Angela Carter, Alice Munro, Ali Smith, Iphgenia Baal, Octavia E. Butler and William Gibson. The diversity and flexibility of the short story genre is highlighted throughout, along with the specific challenges the writer faces. The book considers a range of genres, such as fantasy, science fiction, horror, autobiography, romance, comedy and satire. The new edition also includes extra insights into getting published, including publishing a first collection, with an updated list of resources and trends in short-story writing. This inspiring guide is the ideal companion for those new to the genre or for anyone looking to improve their technique. Each chapter contains a series of engaging exercises to help readers develop their skills and build confidence in their writing. There are also bolded key terms, with an extensive glossary at the end of the book”–.

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LITERATŪRZINĀTNE

Literary theory

Wiley Blackwell, 2017

- “Covers all the major schools and methods that make up the dynamic field of literary theory, from Formalism to Postcolonialism.”–.

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LASĪŠANA

Marie-Laure Ryan. Narrative as virtual reality 2

Johns Hopkins University Press, 2015

- “When the first edition was written, the dominant form of electronic literature was hypertext fiction. The book devoted several chapters to hypertext theory, as well as to the difficulty of creating immersive hypertext narratives. Hypertextuality has lost none of its prominence as a principle of organization of the Web, but it is no longer considered avant-garde on the digital-literary scene. While the new forms that are currently being developed verify some of the recommendations made in NVR (shorter texts, greater reliance on multi-modality, self-referentiality and a tendency toward conceptual art), they generally avoid narrativity and its particular form of immersion, and even interactivity is no longer seen as indispensable. It is in the popular form of the video game that serious attempts are being made to reconcile immersion with interactivity. The second edition deals in greater detail with both the increase of narrativity in video games, and its loss in experimental digital literature. It also takes into consideration the creation of online worlds such as Second Life and World of Warcraft, which implement the idea of virtual reality in a way not foreseen by VR theorists of the nineties” –.

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DATORTEHNIKAS PIELIETOJUMS

The Digital Humanities Coursebook 

Routledge, 2026

This second edition of The Digital Humanities Coursebook provides critical frameworks for the application of digital humanities tools and platforms, which have become an integral part of work across a wide range of disciplines. This fully updated edition adds several new topics, including XR (extended reality) and AI (artificial intelligence), as well as a companion website developed in parallel with the chapters and providing extended ”how-to” examples to enable students and teachers to follow step-by-step demonstrations of tools or platforms. Written in an accessible and engaging manner, this book is focused on the principles and fundamental concepts for application and each chapter contains case study examples of projects, tools and platforms that demonstrate these principles in action. This book clearly details how to integrate the acquisition of expertise in data, metadata, classification, interface, visualization, network analysis, topic modeling, data mining, mapping, and web presentation with issues in intellectual property, sustainability, privacy, and the ethical use of information. By combining practical information and critical issues, the book demonstrates that no application of digital humanities can be separated from ethical and critical concerns. This book is structured to complement courses on digital humanities and provides a series of modules, each of which is organized around a set of concerns and topics, thought experiments and questions, as well as discussions of the ways in which tools and platforms work. Each chapter contains an introduction to the topic, examples of current (and sometimes classic) work being done in the field, a set of exercises to explore the hands-on experience, references, and recommended readings. The Digital Humanities Coursebook will therefore be an indispensable guide for anyone teaching or studying a course in the areas of digital humanities, library and information science, English, or computer science

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SOCIOLOĢIJA

Brian Carroll. Writing and Editing for Digital Media

Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2026

“An essential guide to writing and editing for digital media, this sixth edition responds to the mainstreaming of GenAI and LLMs, among many other changes in the best practices of digital storytelling. Carroll explains and demonstrates how to effectively write for digital spaces and places that typically abound with graphical content, multimedia, and hypertextual, interactive elements. He also combines hands-on, practical exercises with information on key topics such as misinformation and disinformation, and the proliferation of artificial intelligence. This new edition specifically explores the ethical questions raised by AI, as well as the new possibilities it presents. Each chapter features lessons and exercises through which students can build a solid understanding of the ways that digital communication provides opportunities for dynamic storytelling and multi-directional communication. It also speaks to writers, editors, public relations practitioners, and social media managers and marketers. Updated with contemporary examples and new pedagogy throughout, this is the ideal handbook for students seeking careers in digital media, particularly in content development and digital storytelling. An essential text for students of media, communication, public relations, marketing, and journalism who are looking to develop their writing and editing skills for these ever-evolving fields and professions. This book also has an accompanying eResource that offers additional weekly activities and assignments, providing students additional opportunity to put theory into practice”–Sniedz izdevējs.

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Theo Van Leeuwen. Multimodality and time

Routledge, 2026

This ground-breaking book brings together the work of leading theorist, Theo van Leeuwen, on time-based multimodal forms of communication including speech, music and film. With chapters on the fundamental meaning-making role of rhythm, and on time in music, time in film, the representation of time and timing in language, and the visualization of time, the book offers a comprehensive approach to the subject that supplements the author’s earlier work on visual communication. The book is richly illustrated with examples, including analyses of time management texts, everyday interactions such as waitressing in a restaurant, classic and contemporary films, television crime series and documentaries, a wide variety of kinds of music, online educational software and SmartArt templates for the diagrammatic representation of time-based practices. Every chapter also includes questions and exercises to reinforce and extend learning. Written in an accessible style, it will be essential reading for students, teachers and researchers in the field of multimodal communication, whether in communication studies, media studies or linguistics

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Packed with examples, this book offers a clear and engaging overview of ethical issues in business.It begins with a discussion of foundational issues, including the objectivity of ethics, the content of ethical theories, and the debate between capitalism and socialism, making it suitable for the beginning student. It then examines ethical issues in business in three broad areas. The first is the market. Issues explored are what can be sold (the limits of markets) and how it can be sold (ethics in marketing). The second is work. Topics in this area are health and safety, meaningful work, compensation, hiring and firing, privacy, and whistleblowing. The third area is the firm in society. Here readers explore corporate social responsibility, corporate political activity, and the set of ethical challenges that attend international business.Issues are introduced through real-world examples that underscore their importance and make them come alive. Arguments for opposing positions are given fair hearings and students are encouraged to develop and defend their own views. Key FeaturesIntroduces each topic with a real-world example, which is referenced regularly in the subsequent argument. Contains a critical evaluation of capitalism and socialism, with a focus on private property, the market system, and the welfare state. Explores the limits of markets and encourages students to ask what should and should not be for sale. Explores the phenomena of corporate political activity and ethical consumerism. Includes initial chapter overviews and – at the end of each chapter – study questions and suggested additional readings

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