Author: Allen Huebsch
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Marathon (Wis.)
Languages : en
Pages : 490

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Category : Traffic accidents
Languages : en
Pages : 654

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Author: Trina E. Gray
Publisher: Wisconsin Historical Society
ISBN: 0870203452
Category : Judges
Languages : en
Pages : 105

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This volume profiles all the people who have served as Wisconsin Supreme Court justices and includes an introduction by Chief Justice Shirley Abrahamson summarizing the court's history and its vision for the future.

Author: Donald W. Olson
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461484030
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 368

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For a general audience interested in solving mysteries in art, history, and literature using the methods of science, 'forensic astronomy' is a thrilling new field of exploration. Astronomical calculations are the basis of the studies, which have the advantage of bringing to readers both evocative images and a better understanding of the skies. Weather facts, volcano studies, topography, tides, historical letters and diaries, famous paintings, military records, and the friendly assistance of experts in related fields add variety, depth, and interest to the work. The chosen topics are selected for their wide public recognition and intrigue, involving artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edvard Munch, and Ansel Adams; historical events such as the Battle of Marathon, the death of Julius Caesar, the American Revolution, and World War II; and literary authors such as Chaucer, Shakespeare, Joyce, and Mary Shelley. This book sets out to answer these mysteries indicated with the means and expertise of astronomy, opening the door to a richer experience of human culture and its relationship with nature. Each subject is carefully analyzed. As an example using the study of sky paintings by Vincent van Gogh, the analytical method would include: - computer calculations of historical skies above France in the 19th century - finding and quoting the clues found in translations of original letters by Van Gogh - making site visits to France to determine the precise locations when Van Gogh set up his easel and what celestial objects are depicted. For each historical event influenced by astronomy, there would be a different kind of mystery to be solved. As an example: - How can the phase of the Moon and time of moonrise help to explain a turning point of the American Civil War - the fatal wounding of Stonewall Jackson at Chancellorsville in 1863? For each literary reference to astronomy, it was determined which celestial objects were being described and making an argument that the author is describing an actual event. For example, what was the date of the moonlit scene when Mary Shelley first had the idea for her novel “Frankenstein?” These and more fun riddles will enchant and delight the fan of art and astronomy.

Author: Owen J. Gromme
Publisher: University of Wisconsin Press
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 250

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Author: Scott H. Miller
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780897223355
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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"During the past 150 years, the American Numismatic Society has been a leader in the publication of art medals in the United States. Generally employing the finest medalists available, the Society has set an example few can match. In addition, with the exception of the United States Mint, no U.S. entity can boast so long and distinguished a contribution in this area. Founded in 1858, the American Numismatic and Archaeological Society, as it was known from 1864-1907, believed the issuance of medals to be a part of its mission from the earliest years of its existence. Author Scott H. Miller includes 60 medals issued by the ANS between 1865 and 2014 along with two COAC medals and the 1910 Actors' Fund Medal, all accompanied by color photographs. Many entries are supplemented by artist's sketches and archival photographs as well as the stories behind each issue. Four Appendixes include recipients of some of these medals as well as the list of dies, hubs, galvanos, and casts of ANS medals in the ANS's own collection."

Author: Paulette Jean Weiser
Publisher: HPN Books
ISBN: 189361977X
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 121

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An illustrated history of Hancock County, Ohio, paired with histories of the local companies.

Author: Carolyn C. Cary
Publisher: HPN Books
ISBN: 1935377035
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 97

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Author: Douglas Deur
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780692421741
Category : Lewis and Clark National Historical Park (Or. and Wash.)
Languages : en
Pages : 426

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This book "illuminates the history of the many people who together have called this region home, and their relationships with the park landscapes, waters, and natural resources that continue to set the Columbia-Pacific region apart."--Cover.

Author: Manfred "Dutch" von Ehrenfried
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319766848
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 301

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This book describes the history of this now iconic room which represents America’s space program during the Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, Apollo-Soyuz and early Space Shuttle eras. It is now a National Historic Landmark and is being restored to a level which represents the day the flight control teams walked out after the last lunar landing missions. The book is dedicated to the estimated 3,000 men and women who supported the flights and tells the story from their perspective. It describes the rooms of people supporting this control center; those rooms of engineers, analysts and scientists most people never knew about. Some called it a “shrine” and some called it a “cathedral.” Now it will be restored to its former glory and soon thousands will be able to view the place where America flew to the moon.