Rejoignez-nous pour un voyage dans le monde des livres!
Ajouter ce livre à l'électronique
Grey
Ecrivez un nouveau commentaire Default profile 50px
Grey
Abonnez-vous pour lire le livre complet ou lisez les premières pages gratuitement!
All characters reduced
Journal of my journey over the mountains while surveying for Lord Thomas Fairfax baron of Cameron - The northern neck of Virginia beyond the Blue Ridge in 1747-8 - cover

Journal of my journey over the mountains while surveying for Lord Thomas Fairfax baron of Cameron - The northern neck of Virginia beyond the Blue Ridge in 1747-8

George Washington

Maison d'édition: Good Press

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Synopsis

In his compelling work, "Journal of my journey over the mountains while surveying for Lord Thomas Fairfax, baron of Cameron," George Washington provides a meticulous account of his early adventures as a land surveyor in the Virginia frontier during the mid-18th century. The journal is characterized by its pragmatic prose and rich observational detail, encapsulating not only the logistical challenges of surveying but also the breathtaking landscapes and the complexities of colonial relations with Native Americans. Through a blend of personal reflection and professional documentation, Washington paints a vivid picture of a transformative period in American history, showcasing the interplay between exploration and burgeoning American identity. George Washington, an emerging statesman and military leader, was profoundly influenced by his experiences in the wilderness and his interactions with diverse cultures. His role as a surveyor exposed him to the vastness of the American frontier, shaping his understanding of both land and leadership. The journal reflects Washington'Äôs early aspirations and skills, laying the groundwork for his future endeavors as a general and the first president of the United States. "Journal of my journey over the mountains" is essential reading for anyone interested in American history, exploration, and Washington'Äôs development as a leader. This engaging narrative not only sheds light on Washington's formative years but also enhances our understanding of the historical context of colonial America. It serves as a vital primary source for scholars and a captivating story for general readers.
Disponible depuis: 28/10/2023.
Longueur d'impression: 105 pages.

D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

  • A Rare Recording of Ayn Rand - cover

    A Rare Recording of Ayn Rand

    Ayn Rand

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Ayn Rand (1905 - 1982) was a Russian-American novelist, philosopher, and screenwriter. She is best-known for her two influential novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged, and for developing a philosophical system she called Objectivism. Rand's first major success as a writer came with The Fountainhead in 1943, a romantic and philosophical novel that eventually became a worldwide success. It was eventually also made into a movie. Atlas Shrugged, published in 1957, was considered Rand's best work. It is a novel of the morality of rational self-interest. In this public lecture, she criticizes altruism and mysticism as incompatible with business.
    Voir livre
  • Saigon Has Fallen - A Wartime Recollection - cover

    Saigon Has Fallen - A Wartime...

    Peter Arnett

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    In this intimate and exclusive remembrance of the Fall of Saigon, celebrated Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Peter Arnett tells the story of his role covering the controversial Vietnam War for the Associated Press from 1962 to its end on April 30, 1975. Arnett's clear-eyed coverage displeased President Lyndon Johnson and officials on all sides of the conflict. Writing candidly and vividly about his risks and triumphs, Arnett also shares his fears and fights in reporting against the backdrop of war. 
     
     
     
    Arnett places listeners at the historic pivot-points of Vietnam: covering Marine landings, mountaintop battles, Saigon's decline and fall, and the safe evacuation of a planeload of fifty-seven infants in the midst of chaos. Peter Arnett's sweeping view and his frank, descriptive, and dramatic writing brings the Vietnam War to life in a uniquely insightful way for the fortieth anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. 
     
     
     
    Arnett won the Pulitzer Prize in 1966 for his Vietnam coverage. He later went on to TV-reporting fame covering the Gulf War for CNN.
    Voir livre
  • #butGod - The Power of Hope When Catastrophe Crashes In - cover

    #butGod - The Power of Hope When...

    Jeremy Freeman, David Platt

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Read by the author. 
    “Sir, your sons have been in a car accident. How quickly can you get here?” 
    The phone call no parent wants to receive would lead to a miracle only God could give. 
    When Jeremy and Emily Freeman’s teenage son Caleb was in a devastating car accident, doctors gave him a 10 percent chance of survival. Fear of losing a child was all too fresh for the Freemans—their seven-year-old son, Trey, had died just four years earlier from a genetic immunodeficiency. 
                But God. 
    In #butGod Jeremy shares the incredible story of Caleb’s recovery, the darkness that nearly overtook their family in the waiting, and the #butGod movement that captured the prayers of Christians around the world. #butGod includes heartfelt excerpts from Emily’s prayer journal and encouragement from Jeremy that goes beyond platitudes to a hard-won trust in God’s goodness. This inspiring story offersgreater understanding of the beauty God can bring through suffering;an honest glimpse of how one family grew closer together despite grief, tension, and doubt;a powerful example of how God works through the prayers of His people.hope for whatever struggle you are facing; 
      
    Whatever sorrow you are walking through, #butGod leads you to the sweetness found in trusting God with suffering…and the deeper faith that comes from seeing His purpose in the pain. 
    A playlist and daily devotionals are included in the audiobook companion PDF download.
    Voir livre
  • You Thought You Knew - cover

    You Thought You Knew

    Kevin Federline

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Kevin Federline: dancer, father, accidental icon. His star rose electrifying stages alongside Pink and Michael Jackson, but it was his turbulent marriage to pop superstar Britney Spears that made him a household name, and thrust him into a relentless 25-year media storm, reduced to a caricature by a world that barely knew him. But behind the tabloid headlines was a devoted father fighting for his children, his sanity, and his identity. From the heights of global stardom to the pain of public fallout, this memoir peels back the layers of fame, fortune and fatherhood to reveal the man behind the mythology. A man shaped not by spectacle or spotlight, but love, resilience, and the steadfast resolve to start over. What you thought you knew was only half the story. 
    Voir livre
  • From a Cowboy to a World-Renowned Inventor - The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Slim Spurling - cover

    From a Cowboy to a...

    Slim Spurling

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Discover the remarkable journey of Slim Spurling, a man whose roots as a cowboy led him to become a pioneering inventor with a global impact. In this inspiring audiobook, Slim’s tells his story from humble beginnings to groundbreaking discoveries in energy harmonizing technology. 
    Dive into the world of dowsing, geopathic stress, and the Hartmann grid, as Slim reveals his methods for restoring balance to the planet. More than just an inventor, Slim was a visionary whose work continues to support the well-being of individuals and the Earth itself. Today, his legacy lives on through his wife, Katharina Spurling-Kaffl and her dedicated team as they continue to manufacture the Light-Life Tools in alignment with his original principles, ensuring a brighter, more harmonious future for generations to come. 
    This audiobook is perfect for those seeking alternative health solutions, energy healing, or simply enjoy listening to the story of a true innovator who dared to change the world.
    Voir livre
  • Calm Waters - A true story of survival incredible discovery of Eastern Medicine and spiritual awakening that took the author on an unexpected journey - cover

    Calm Waters - A true story of...

    Jan Eberle Schaberg

    • 0
    • 1
    • 0
    A true story of survival, incredible discovery of Eastern Medicine, and spiritual awakening that took the author on an unexpected journey. 
    Voir livre