Author: Elizabeth M. Stewart
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
Fitz Alwyn, the first lord mayor, and the queen's knights
Author: Elizabeth M. Stewart
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 204
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The Queen's Knight
Author: Martyn Downer
Publisher: Bantam Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 504
Book Description
Unique and engrossing, this is a true story of suppressed passion and domestic intrigue at the heart of Victoria’s court. After an illustrious military career in the Crimean War, during which he won a Victoria Cross, Howard Elphinstone was appointed guardian to Queen Victoria’s favourite son, Prince Arthur, later Duke of Connaught, who was Governor General of Canada from 1911-16. Martyn Downer’s book includes a fascinating account of Arthur’s first trip to Canada in 1869, which took place despite the threat of his assassination by Fenian terrorists intent on revenging the Irish famine. During his eventful tour, Arthur took part in the defence of Canada following the Fenian raid at Saint John in May 1870. With relations between Britain and the United States at low ebb, Elphinstone also took the prince on a controversial tour of America which culminated in a frosty reception from President Ulysses Grant at the White House. Elphinstone remained in Court until 1890 when he was drowned in a tragic accident. During this period he became one of Queen Victoria’s closest confidants and a father figure to her nine children. His journals and remarkable correspondence with the Queen, much of which is published here for the first time, shed fascinating and intimate new light on the world of the Victorian Court. The Queen’s Knightis a captivating portrait of the close and affectionate relationship between Victoria and Elphinstone, and sheds new light on the frail human being at the heart of a vast empire.
Publisher: Bantam Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 504
Book Description
Unique and engrossing, this is a true story of suppressed passion and domestic intrigue at the heart of Victoria’s court. After an illustrious military career in the Crimean War, during which he won a Victoria Cross, Howard Elphinstone was appointed guardian to Queen Victoria’s favourite son, Prince Arthur, later Duke of Connaught, who was Governor General of Canada from 1911-16. Martyn Downer’s book includes a fascinating account of Arthur’s first trip to Canada in 1869, which took place despite the threat of his assassination by Fenian terrorists intent on revenging the Irish famine. During his eventful tour, Arthur took part in the defence of Canada following the Fenian raid at Saint John in May 1870. With relations between Britain and the United States at low ebb, Elphinstone also took the prince on a controversial tour of America which culminated in a frosty reception from President Ulysses Grant at the White House. Elphinstone remained in Court until 1890 when he was drowned in a tragic accident. During this period he became one of Queen Victoria’s closest confidants and a father figure to her nine children. His journals and remarkable correspondence with the Queen, much of which is published here for the first time, shed fascinating and intimate new light on the world of the Victorian Court. The Queen’s Knightis a captivating portrait of the close and affectionate relationship between Victoria and Elphinstone, and sheds new light on the frail human being at the heart of a vast empire.
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 464
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Languages : en
Pages : 464
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The Queens of England (Vol. 1-3)
Author: Agnes Strickland
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1002
Book Description
Agnes Strickland's 'The Queens of England' is a seminal work that provides a comprehensive account of the lives of the queens who have ruled England. Written in a detailed and engaging style, the three-volume series delves into the political, social, and personal aspects of each queen's reign, offering valuable insights into the role of women in shaping English history. Strickland's thorough research and vivid storytelling bring these historical figures to life, making for a captivating read that is both informative and entertaining. Set against the backdrop of the British monarchy, this work is a significant contribution to the field of historical biography. Agnes Strickland, a notable historian and biographer, was inspired to write 'The Queens of England' to highlight the often overlooked contributions of female rulers in shaping the course of English history. Her dedication to researching and documenting the lives of these queens shines through in the depth and detail of her narratives. Strickland's passion for her subject matter is evident in the meticulous care she takes in presenting their stories to her readers. I highly recommend 'The Queens of England' to anyone interested in British history, royal biographies, or women's studies. This series is a must-read for those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the queens who have played a pivotal role in shaping England's past.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 1002
Book Description
Agnes Strickland's 'The Queens of England' is a seminal work that provides a comprehensive account of the lives of the queens who have ruled England. Written in a detailed and engaging style, the three-volume series delves into the political, social, and personal aspects of each queen's reign, offering valuable insights into the role of women in shaping English history. Strickland's thorough research and vivid storytelling bring these historical figures to life, making for a captivating read that is both informative and entertaining. Set against the backdrop of the British monarchy, this work is a significant contribution to the field of historical biography. Agnes Strickland, a notable historian and biographer, was inspired to write 'The Queens of England' to highlight the often overlooked contributions of female rulers in shaping the course of English history. Her dedication to researching and documenting the lives of these queens shines through in the depth and detail of her narratives. Strickland's passion for her subject matter is evident in the meticulous care she takes in presenting their stories to her readers. I highly recommend 'The Queens of England' to anyone interested in British history, royal biographies, or women's studies. This series is a must-read for those who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the queens who have played a pivotal role in shaping England's past.
Oriental Stories, Vol 1, No. 1 (October-November 1930)
Author: Farnsworth Wright
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434402401
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
The first issue of Oriental Stories, edited by Farnsworth Wright, includes work by such "Weird Tales" regulars as Robert E. Howard, Frank Owen, Otis Adelbert Kline, and many more.
Publisher: Wildside Press LLC
ISBN: 1434402401
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
The first issue of Oriental Stories, edited by Farnsworth Wright, includes work by such "Weird Tales" regulars as Robert E. Howard, Frank Owen, Otis Adelbert Kline, and many more.
From A Cottager's Sketchbook, Vol.1
Author: Liang Shih-chiu
Publisher: The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press
ISBN: 9882378730
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
This collection of occasional essays is brimming with elegance and charm. With the keen eyes of an artist, the author turns homely things into interesting subjects, produces curious vignettes from the panorama of society and reflects on the deeper meanings of life. His unique sense of humor enlivens the seemingly ordinary topics.
Publisher: The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press
ISBN: 9882378730
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 408
Book Description
This collection of occasional essays is brimming with elegance and charm. With the keen eyes of an artist, the author turns homely things into interesting subjects, produces curious vignettes from the panorama of society and reflects on the deeper meanings of life. His unique sense of humor enlivens the seemingly ordinary topics.
The Broadview Anthology of British Literature Volume 1: The Medieval Period – Revised Third Edition
Author: Joseph Black
Publisher: Broadview Press
ISBN: 1770488928
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 971
Book Description
In all six of its volumes The Broadview Anthology of British Literature presents British literature in a truly distinctive light. Fully grounded in sound literary and historical scholarship, the anthology takes a fresh approach to many canonical authors, and includes a wide selection of work by lesser-known writers. The anthology also provides wide-ranging coverage of the worldwide connections of British literature, and it pays attention throughout to issues of race, gender, class, and sexual orientation. It includes comprehensive introductions to each period, providing in each case an overview of the historical and cultural as well as the literary background. It features accessible and engaging headnotes for all authors, extensive explanatory annotations, and an unparalleled number of illustrations and contextual materials. Innovative, authoritative and comprehensive, The Broadview Anthology of British Literature has established itself as a leader in the field. The full anthology comprises six bound volumes, together with an extensive website component; the latter has been edited, annotated, and designed according to the same high standards as the bound book component of the anthology, and is accessible by using the passcode obtained with the purchase of one or more of the bound volumes. In the revised third edition of this volume, the term “Anglo-Saxon” has been removed from our editorial apparatus—a change made in response to recent scholarly work that has drawn attention to the term’s historical and current usage by white supremacists. We have also taken the opportunity to implement a small number of additional improvements. We have also taken the opportunity to implement a small number of additional improvements; the pagination, however, remains the same.
Publisher: Broadview Press
ISBN: 1770488928
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 971
Book Description
In all six of its volumes The Broadview Anthology of British Literature presents British literature in a truly distinctive light. Fully grounded in sound literary and historical scholarship, the anthology takes a fresh approach to many canonical authors, and includes a wide selection of work by lesser-known writers. The anthology also provides wide-ranging coverage of the worldwide connections of British literature, and it pays attention throughout to issues of race, gender, class, and sexual orientation. It includes comprehensive introductions to each period, providing in each case an overview of the historical and cultural as well as the literary background. It features accessible and engaging headnotes for all authors, extensive explanatory annotations, and an unparalleled number of illustrations and contextual materials. Innovative, authoritative and comprehensive, The Broadview Anthology of British Literature has established itself as a leader in the field. The full anthology comprises six bound volumes, together with an extensive website component; the latter has been edited, annotated, and designed according to the same high standards as the bound book component of the anthology, and is accessible by using the passcode obtained with the purchase of one or more of the bound volumes. In the revised third edition of this volume, the term “Anglo-Saxon” has been removed from our editorial apparatus—a change made in response to recent scholarly work that has drawn attention to the term’s historical and current usage by white supremacists. We have also taken the opportunity to implement a small number of additional improvements. We have also taken the opportunity to implement a small number of additional improvements; the pagination, however, remains the same.
Mechatronics: Designing Intelligent Machines Volume 1
Author: George Rzevski
Publisher: Newnes
ISBN: 1483295516
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Mechatronics is the fusion of mechanics and electronics in the design of intelligent machines. Such machines now play an important role in consumer products, transport systems, manufacturing and the service sector. This book sets out the fundamentals of mechatronics and the engineering concepts and techniques that underpin the subject: planning, search techniques, sensors, actuators, control systems and architectures.This student guide discusses the building blocks of mechatronic systems in terms of the subsystems for perception, cognition and execution, as a framework for designing intelligent machines such as video cameras, robots, and automatic guided vehicles.
Publisher: Newnes
ISBN: 1483295516
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 353
Book Description
Mechatronics is the fusion of mechanics and electronics in the design of intelligent machines. Such machines now play an important role in consumer products, transport systems, manufacturing and the service sector. This book sets out the fundamentals of mechatronics and the engineering concepts and techniques that underpin the subject: planning, search techniques, sensors, actuators, control systems and architectures.This student guide discusses the building blocks of mechatronic systems in terms of the subsystems for perception, cognition and execution, as a framework for designing intelligent machines such as video cameras, robots, and automatic guided vehicles.
Fantastic Four
Author: Scott Lobdell
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302510207
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 529
Book Description
Collecting Fantastic Four (1998) #1-15, #1/2 And Annual 98; And Iron Man (1998) #14. The Fantastic Four make their heroic return to the Marvel Universe courtesy of comic book heavyweights Scott Lobdell, Chris Claremont, Alan Davis and Salvador Larroca! And old enemies lie in wait, including the Mole Man, the Red Ghost, the Trapster, Ronan the Accuser, the Frightful Four, Terminus and Crucible! But what does the bizarre Technet want with Franklin Richards? And where does the Captain Britain Corps stand on the matter of Reed and Sues son? Plus: The Human Torch and Spider-Man, together again! The Scottish savior Caledonia debuts! Iron Man strikes! Franklin gets a puppy! The Thing contends with Multiversal madness! And Adam Warlocks opposite number, the one known as Her, returns! Its an exciting and action-packed era for the FF, collected for the first time!
Publisher: Marvel Entertainment
ISBN: 1302510207
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 529
Book Description
Collecting Fantastic Four (1998) #1-15, #1/2 And Annual 98; And Iron Man (1998) #14. The Fantastic Four make their heroic return to the Marvel Universe courtesy of comic book heavyweights Scott Lobdell, Chris Claremont, Alan Davis and Salvador Larroca! And old enemies lie in wait, including the Mole Man, the Red Ghost, the Trapster, Ronan the Accuser, the Frightful Four, Terminus and Crucible! But what does the bizarre Technet want with Franklin Richards? And where does the Captain Britain Corps stand on the matter of Reed and Sues son? Plus: The Human Torch and Spider-Man, together again! The Scottish savior Caledonia debuts! Iron Man strikes! Franklin gets a puppy! The Thing contends with Multiversal madness! And Adam Warlocks opposite number, the one known as Her, returns! Its an exciting and action-packed era for the FF, collected for the first time!
Pantologia. A new (cabinet) cyclopædia, by J.M. Good, O. Gregory, and N. Bosworth assisted by other gentlemen of eminence
Author: John Mason Good
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 694
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 694
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