Elite-Universitaetsjournal enters its Vol.3 with yet more interdisciplinary academic essays. This edition of our journal covers writings in Accountancy and lack of accountability in Nigeria, medicine, and Russian literature, Gender in African and German literature and intercultural dialogue as well as Engr. Boni. Madubunyi’s Geo-sciences and African development. However our major theme centers chiefly on Nigerian, nay African leadership and developmental problems such as unemployment as presented by Gbenga Kaka, a senator of the federal Republic of Nigeria and the fmr. Dep. Governor of Ogun State, Nigeria; health as packaged by Prof Lubosch, a Russian academic; Russian Literature and Africa as presented by Prof. Dusenko, an Ukrainian versatile scholar; lack of accountability and prudent managerial skills as written by John Uzokwe, the former Managing Director Finance of Peugeot Automobile Nigeria; Gender complementarity and intercultural dialogue as well as Heinrich Boell’s literary prophetic protest as analyzed by Ikechukwu, Aloysius, Orjinta, the fmr. Head of Department of Foreign Languages and Literary Studies, University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Okwesilieze nwodo’s the role of political parties in the leadership development in Nigeria and Africa in the third millennium is an attempt by this seasoned politician and the former National Secretary and Chairman respectively of the ruling political party in Nigeria (PDP) to let the world know that politics is not a dirty game; It is man and woman who soil it.
Our shortlisted and carefully edited works are the fruits of research that are harvested from scholars from the United States, Ukraine, Russia, Britain and Nigeria. These writings will be of great benefit to students and researchers in the fields of learning listed above. If our journal is of benefit to you, feel free to be part of us.
- Dr. Dr. Ikechukwu. A. Orjinta
Table of Contents
- Aminata Sow Fall: The Author, Her Background, and Her Literary Works. A Womanist Appraisal
- Une perspective analysante de Vol de nuit d'Antoine d'Exupery
- Black Friday
- Urhobo is Beset by Security Challenges
- Women's Voices and Actions in Achebe's Literary Works
- Political Campaigns and the Two-Step Flow Paradigm in the 2007 Governorship Election in Enugu, Nigeria
- La Poesie Negra: Poetics and Radical Eloquence in Black Latin America
- Scientific, Pedagogic, and Discourse Grammars and Their Relevance in Language Teaching
- Collocation and Meaning in Language: A Re-examination
- Biographies and Personalities
- The Decadence of the 19th Century German and French Societies in Gerhart Hauptmann's Germinal, Before Dawn and Emile Zola's
- Creative Writers and Human Behaviour: An Evaluation of Rems Umeasiegbu's The Inevitable Aftermath and End of the Road
- Environmental Activism and Artistic Techniques in Mbagiorgu's Wake Up Everyone
Objectives and Key Themes
The journal aims to provide a platform for interdisciplinary academic essays, particularly those with a gender-aware perspective. It seeks to network ideas and bequeath authentic knowledge to future generations across various disciplines. The journal welcomes submissions from all fields of knowledge, encouraging a gender studies coloring or feminist/womanist approach where appropriate.
- Gender Studies and Feminist Perspectives
- Comparative Literature and Literary Criticism
- Political Analysis and Social Commentary
- Linguistics and Language Studies
- Environmental Activism and Art
Chapter Summaries
Aminata Sow Fall: The Author, Her Background, and Her Literary Works. A Womanist Appraisal: This chapter provides a womanist appraisal of the works of Aminata Sow Fall, exploring her background and the themes present in her writing. It likely analyzes her literary style and her contributions to African literature, focusing on the portrayal of women and their experiences within a specific socio-political context. The chapter will likely delve into the significance of her works within the broader framework of womanist thought and critique.
Une perspective analysante de Vol de nuit d'Antoine d'Exupery: This chapter offers an analytical perspective on Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's *Vol de Nuit*. It likely explores various themes present in the novel, such as human resilience, the complexities of leadership, and the challenges of maintaining order amidst chaos. The analysis might also focus on the narrative style and the use of symbolism to convey deeper meanings, examining the novel's enduring relevance within a specific historical and literary context.
Black Friday: This chapter provides an analysis of the fictional work titled "Black Friday". The summary would explore the key themes, narrative structure, character development, and any significant symbolism within the story. It might analyze how the author employs literary techniques to convey particular messages or create specific effects on the reader. The chapter might also consider the work's place within a larger literary or cultural context.
Urhobo is Beset by Security Challenges: This chapter examines the security challenges facing the Urhobo region. The summary would delve into the specific nature of these challenges, identifying root causes and exploring potential solutions. This might involve analyzing political, economic, or social factors contributing to insecurity, as well as exploring the perspectives of various stakeholders involved.
Women's Voices and Actions in Achebe's Literary Works: This chapter analyzes the portrayal of women and their roles in the literary works of Chinua Achebe. The summary would examine how women's voices and actions are represented in his novels and short stories, discussing the significance of their roles within the narratives and the broader socio-cultural context. It would likely consider the evolution of his portrayal of women across his different works.
Political Campaigns and the Two-Step Flow Paradigm in the 2007 Governorship Election in Enugu, Nigeria: This chapter examines the 2007 governorship election in Enugu, Nigeria, through the lens of the two-step flow paradigm of communication. The summary will analyze the flow of information and influence during the campaign, exploring the roles of opinion leaders and mass media in shaping voter behavior. It will likely assess the effectiveness of different campaign strategies and the factors influencing voter choices within the specific political context of the election.
La Poesie Negra: Poetics and Radical Eloquence in Black Latin America: This chapter delves into the literary movement known as *Poesia Negra*, examining its poetics and radical eloquence within the context of Black Latin America. The summary will analyze the key themes, styles, and concerns of *Poesia Negra*, discussing the ways in which it expresses the experiences, perspectives, and struggles of Black people in Latin America. It would likely explore its historical context and its lasting impact on literature and social consciousness.
Scientific, Pedagogic, and Discourse Grammars and Their Relevance in Language Teaching: This chapter explores the different approaches to grammar—scientific, pedagogic, and discourse—and assesses their relevance in language teaching. The summary would compare and contrast these approaches, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses in terms of their effectiveness in promoting language acquisition. It will likely discuss the implications of these different approaches for classroom practice and curriculum design.
Collocation and Meaning in Language: A Re-examination: This chapter re-examines the concept of collocation and its relationship to meaning in language. The summary will delve into the linguistic principles governing collocation, discussing how it influences our understanding of word meaning and the construction of coherent text. It will likely examine the implications of collocation for lexicography, computational linguistics, and language learning.
Biographies and Personalities: This chapter likely presents biographical information and analyses of prominent figures, providing insights into their lives and contributions. The specific focus and scope of the biographies would need to be derived from the chapter's detailed content.
The Decadence of the 19th Century German and French Societies in Gerhart Hauptmann's Germinal, Before Dawn and Emile Zola's: This chapter explores the portrayal of 19th-century German and French societal decadence in the works of Gerhart Hauptmann and Emile Zola. The summary would delve into the specific aspects of decadence portrayed in their chosen works, analyzing how the authors use literary techniques to critique social ills and explore the complexities of their respective historical contexts. The comparative analysis would highlight similarities and differences in their approaches and perspectives.
Creative Writers and Human Behaviour: An Evaluation of Rems Umeasiegbu's The Inevitable Aftermath and End of the Road: This chapter analyzes the portrayal of human behavior in Rems Umeasiegbu's *The Inevitable Aftermath and End of the Road*. The summary would focus on how the author uses literary techniques to explore themes of human psychology, relationships, and societal pressures. It would likely examine the characters, their motivations, and the consequences of their actions, connecting these to broader themes and ideas within the novel.
Environmental Activism and Artistic Techniques in Mbagiorgu's Wake Up Everyone: This chapter explores the use of artistic techniques to convey messages of environmental activism in Mbagiorgu's *Wake Up Everyone*. The summary would analyze the specific artistic choices made by the author, examining how they effectively communicate the urgency of environmental concerns. It would likely discuss the effectiveness of the chosen artistic medium in conveying the work's themes and influencing its audience.
Keywords
Gender studies, feminist perspectives, comparative literature, literary criticism, political analysis, social commentary, linguistics, language studies, African literature, environmental activism, art, biography, 19th-century German and French literature, collocation, language teaching.
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What is the overall purpose of this publication?
This publication serves as a comprehensive preview of academic essays, primarily focusing on interdisciplinary themes with a gender-aware perspective. It aims to connect ideas and share knowledge across various disciplines, welcoming submissions from all fields while encouraging a gender studies or feminist/womanist approach where applicable.
What are the main topics covered in this publication?
The publication covers a broad range of topics including gender studies and feminist perspectives, comparative literature and literary criticism, political analysis and social commentary, linguistics and language studies, and environmental activism and art. Specific examples include analyses of works by Aminata Sow Fall, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, and Chinua Achebe, as well as explorations of political campaigns, Black Latin American poetry, and 19th-century German and French literature.
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The essays included are interdisciplinary and academic in nature, often incorporating a gender-aware or feminist/womanist perspective. They cover topics ranging from literary criticism and political analysis to linguistic studies and environmental activism. The publication also features biographical analyses and examines various literary and social themes within specific historical contexts.
What is the scope of the literary analysis included?
The literary analysis covers a diverse range of authors and works, including Aminata Sow Fall's novels, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's *Vol de Nuit*, Chinua Achebe's literary works, works by Gerhart Hauptmann and Emile Zola, and Rems Umeasiegbu's novels. The analysis extends to the examination of poetic movements such as *Poesia Negra* and delves into themes of gender, social commentary, and cultural context.
What are the key themes explored in the publication?
Key themes include gender studies and feminist perspectives, comparative literature, political analysis, social commentary, linguistic studies, environmental activism, and the exploration of human behavior within various literary and historical contexts. The publication also considers the role of mass media in political campaigns and investigates security challenges in specific geographical regions.
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Examples include a womanist appraisal of Aminata Sow Fall's work, an analysis of *Vol de Nuit*, an examination of security challenges in the Urhobo region, an analysis of women's roles in Achebe's works, a study of political campaigns in Enugu, Nigeria, and an exploration of *Poesia Negra*. The publication also includes chapters on linguistic concepts like collocation, and analyses of the portrayal of societal decadence in 19th-century German and French literature.
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- Dr. Dr. Ikechukwu Aloysius Orjinta (Autor:in), 2012, Interdisciplinary Academic Essays vol 4. 2013, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/203348
