HeraaMetaphors and Linguistic RelativityThe main theory dealing with the relationship between thought/cognition and metaphor is George Lakoff’s The Neural Theory of Metaphor…Jan 9, 2021Jan 9, 2021
HeraaWord Order Observations in Classical ArabicI’m no Sibawayh. That out of the wayh, let us take a moment to marvel at the classical Arabic grammar (nahw). I’ve once again delved into…Aug 25, 2020Aug 25, 2020
HeraaYakusoku No Neverland (The Promised Neverland) Manga ReviewSpoiler warning.Aug 10, 2020Aug 10, 2020
HeraaTower of God Anime: First ImpressionsThe widely anticipated anime adaption of SIU’s popular Tower of God webtoon finally debuted on April 1. I first caught wind of news of the…Apr 15, 20201Apr 15, 20201
HeraaGilroy’s Garlic Ice creamIt was an innocent enough afternoon — merriment abound on the way to the beach with family, when the undisputed scent of garlic wafted…Feb 21, 20201Feb 21, 20201
HeraaThe Doors of FezThere’s much to say about Morocco, from musings over the tourism industry to seeking out beneficial experiences, but as usual, it’s the…Dec 24, 2019Dec 24, 2019
HeraaLanguage Shaping Thought: Can This Impact Eye-Witness Testimonies?The possibility of language altering the way we conceive reality — the pivotal question of psycholinguistics.Apr 19, 2019Apr 19, 2019
HeraaWhy I Love PunsOn the art and science of the pun (paronomasia), to a select few who understand its hidden sensibilities.Apr 17, 2019Apr 17, 2019