Basque Book Series of the University of Nevada Press – Language, Literature, Children’s Books
These titles may be ordered from the University of Nevada Press, and are also available at the University of Nevada, Reno bookstore and other local bookstores. Or you may request titles from any major book dealer, who will obtain them on order if they are not in stock.
Language
Aurrera!
A Textbook for Studying Basque, Volume 1
by Linda White
A beginning-level text in the Basque language. Each chapter introduces an element of grammar and offers students written and spoken exercises, vocabulary, dialogues, and other activities that demonstrate the language in action, plus Basque reading texts that will entertain while they illustrate the points of the chapter. The complexities of Basque grammar are explained in clear, easy-to-understand terms, and the dialogues and exercises introduce students to common idioms and the basics of social conversation.
2008, $65.00 (hardcover). 456 pages.
ISBN: 978-0-87417-726-8
Basque-English Dictionary
by Gorka Aulestia
The first comprehensive Basque-English dictionary, featuring 50,000 entries in six major dialects. Includes sections on pronunciation, basic grammar, and verb forms.
1989, $50.00 (cloth).
672 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-126-1.
English-Basque Dictionary
by Gorka Aulestia and Linda White
Over 25,000 English entries with Basque
equivalents in 6 major dialects. Includes sample sentences and popular
sayings.
1990, $45.00 (cloth),
416 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-156-3.
Basque-English, English-Basque Dictionary
by Gorka Aulestia and Linda White
A pocket-sized, condensed version of the two larger works (Basque-English Dictionary
and English-Basque Dictionary); contains the most commonly used words. Useful for travelers
and language students.
1992, $20.00 (paper),
688 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-178-4.
The Basque Language. A Practical Introduction
by Alan R. King
The most comprehensive learning tool for the Basque language available for English speakers.
Suitable for classroom use or for learning on your own. Contains 40 study units with
exercises, readings with Basque cultural themes, a grammar section and a vocabulary list.
More information on the author’s
web site.
1994, $60.00 (cloth), 480 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-155-5.
Literature
The Good Oak
by Martin Etchart
One of the most compelling and delightful coming-of-age
novels in recent fiction. As young Matt and his aitatxi drive
their sheep flock across the burgeoning suburbs of Phoenix and into
the remote mountains, the boy learns the ancient skills of the
sheepherder and discovers the unexpected wisdom that has given his
Old Country grandfather the strength and patience of a sturdy oak.
[This book is part of the Western Literature Series and is
presented here due to its Basque theme.]
2005, $18.00 (paper), 154 pages.
(ISBN: 0-87417-602-6).
The Basque Poetic Tradition
by Gorka Aulestia, translated by Linda White
Twelve essays covering the legacy of the best-known Basque poets, in the context of
their cultural traditions and concurrent European literary movements.
2000, $44.95 (cloth). 296 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-283-7.
The Deep Blue Memory
by Monique Urza
The author attempts to define her cultural identity as a second generation Basque-American
recalling the traditions of her immigrant family.
1993, $21.00 (cloth). 176 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-212-8.
A View from the Witch’s Cave (Out of Print)
Folktales of the Pyrenees
by Luis Barandiarán Irizar, ed.; translated by Linda White
A collection of Basque folk tales and fables gathered by the editor’s uncle, centenarian
ethnographer José Miguel de Barandiarán. Myths and folklore that have been passed down
through the ages as oral literature, these stories are presented in English for
the first time.
1991, $21.95 (cloth). 152 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-176-8.
Contemporary Basque Fiction. An Anthology
Jesús María Lasagabaster, ed.
A selection of writings—short stories and chapters from novels—from Basque fiction writers
of the past 25 years. Includes the work of writers Txillardegi, Ramón Saizarbitoria,
Laura Mintegi, and Bernardo Atxaga.
1990, $21.00 (cloth).
112 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-158-X.
Bilingual Children’s Books
The Dancing Flea
by Mariasun Landa, translated by Linda White; illustrated by Jesús Lucas
The delightful tale of Errusika, a little flea who determines to become a famous dancer
upon hearing music for the first time. Her mischievous friend Zizt the Mosquito tells her
about Russia, where every flea is a dancer, so she travels there to begin her
career. English translation accompanied by the original Basque text.
1996, $14.00 (paper).
128 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-158-X.
Karmentxu and the Little Ghost
by Mariasun Landa, translated by Linda White; illustrated by Yon Zabaleta
An award-winning story about a mentally ill child, an unusual subject for a children’s
book, told in a sensitive and warm-hearted manner that speaks to the fears of all children.
Karmentxu is a special little girl, who imagines that she sees a little ghost who prefers
to play with children and not scare them. English translation accompanied by the original
Basque text.
1996,
$14.00 (paper). 88 pages.
ISBN: 0-87417-282-9.