Archive for July, 2009
“Con”-sonants Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 31, 2009
I apologize for the horrible pun. I have no idea what possessed me to do that. A decent essay found here suggests that part of Esperanto’s sometimes limited appeal stems from its excessive use of consonants. Admittedly, I’ve always preferred the sibilant over the guttural…It’s part of the reason why I decided to study Spanish…
Good for a Laugh Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 26, 2009
A friend of mine, who happens to be a rabid fan of a certain science-fiction series, has often jested that his Klingon language would make a worthwhile hobby for me, since I seem to enjoy obscure languages! I can’t pretend I speak Klingon, but that same friend passed along this link to start me on…
A Thorough Critique! Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 22, 2009
If you’re up for a long, thoughtful critique of Esperanto, Justin Rye has compiled a massive and thorough examination of all the things he finds inadequate about the language. I’ve only had the time to unearth this article today, much less study it! However, if you have an opinion regarding this essay (or thesis, given…
Further Criticism: Esperanto and Language Diversity Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 21, 2009
Here’s an interesting critique of the Esperanto movement! This essay by Christopher Culver examines the seemingly self-contradictory Esperanto agenda. Give it a look if you have the opportunity. While I do not think Mr. Culver’s criticism provides an entirely accurate assessment of the state of the Esperanto movement, his opinions caution us not to allow…
Top 100 Language Learning Blogs Nomination Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 18, 2009
According to LexioPhiles, this particular blog has been nominated as a contender for one of the top 100 language learning blogs! You can see the voting form here. I’m thoroughly pleased…if stunned…to see the blog among so many other noteworthy candidates! Whoever nominated Transparent’s Esperanto blog, I thank you profusely! Moreover, I’d like to thank…
Auld’s Esperanto Classics Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 17, 2009
After mentioning William Auld’s list of Esperanto Classics, I went off in search of the fabled compendium myself. The best link I’ve found thus far is on Tim Westover’s blog on Esperanto-USA. He has placed links to Esperanto-USA’s bookstore for relevant works, as well, so it’s easy to find a copy of the book you…
Stay Cool! Posted by Transparent Language on Jul 16, 2009
Finfine, la plej varmega tago de la somero alvenas! After a month of cold and rain, my part of the country is experiencing its first stretch of remotely hot weather. How well nature makes up for lost time! Where I am, it’s hot, it’s humid, and it leaves most people reaching for something to help…