The History of American & French Revolution - Enriched edition

John Fiske, Charles Downer Hazen

Sinopse

The anthology 'The History of American & French Revolution' offers a comprehensive exploration of two epochal events that reshaped global history. Through a tapestry of essays, memoirs, and historical analyses, this collection dives into the complexities of revolutionary ideologies, the tumult of societal change, and the birth of democratic principles. The works encompass a range of literary styles, from passionate and incendiary rhetoric to meticulous and scholarly analysis, reflecting the revolutionary spirit's diversity. Within this volume, each piece stands as a testament to the profound and often conflicting energies that these revolutions unleashed, presenting transformative narratives that continue to resonate today. Contributors John Fiske and Charles Downer Hazen, acclaimed historians, provide invaluable insights and contextual frameworks that are crucial for understanding these revolutions' vast impacts. The collection aligns with significant historical, cultural, and intellectual movements, showcasing voices that contributed to the evolution of modern political thought. As the essays converse, they reveal the revolutions' shared themes and divergent paths, enriching the anthology's examination of freedom's dual pursuits across continents. Ideal for readers seeking an in-depth understanding of revolutionary history, this collection offers a unique opportunity to experience the interplay of diverse perspectives within a single volume. Through its breadth of insights and dialogic nature, the book not only educates but also inspires reflection on democratic principles and their enduring relevance. As an academically rigorous yet accessible work, it encourages engagement with the complexities of our shared past, making it a compelling addition to any history enthusiast's library.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.

Disponível desde: 11/10/2022.

Comprimento de impressão: 611 páginas.

Outros livros que poderiam interessá-lo

The Disappearance - Conspiracy...

PhD Steven Kubacki, Dylan Quarles

In 1978, Steven Kubacki disappeared without a trace near Lake Michigan. Fifteen months later, he reappeared—disoriented, in unfamiliar clothes, and claiming no memory of what had happened. For over four decades, the mystery of his disappearance gripped armchair detectives, Reddit sleuths, and TikTok theorists. Now, for the first time, Kubacki tells his story in his own words. 
 
The Disappearance is not just a memoir—it's a reckoning with identity, conspiracy, and higher consciousness. With raw honesty and philosophical depth, Kubacki unpacks his past as a rebellious student, the secrets behind the Nexalistic Revolutionary Front (NRF), and his journey through spiritual encounters, political awakening, and a mission to change the world. 
 
This is the untold truth behind one of the most baffling disappearances in American history. Blending memoir, manifesto, and metaphysical exploration, The Disappearance takes listeners into interdimensional realities, clandestine operations, and Kubacki's decades-long search for meaning in a chaotic world. 
 
If you liked The Redemption of Bobby Love, Moral Man, or Con/Artist, then you'll love The Disappearance.

Ver livro

The Five Silent Years of Corrie...

Pamela Rosewell Moore

Pam Roswell Moore had her doubts when she interviewed to be companion of the much-loved author Corrie ten Boom. Corrie's bestselling book The Hiding Place, which recounted how she and her family had hidden Jews during World War II in Holland until their betrayal and arrest by the Nazis, had launched for Corrie a worldwide ministry of travel and speaking. Awed by the spiritual challenge this companionship posed, Pam wondered how she could keep up with the energetic 83-year-old.
But God knit a strong bond between the young Englishwoman and the remarkable Dutch evangelist. Then Corrie suffered a stroke. Hospitalization followed; physical therapy; then long, loving hours at home. Corrie regained a little mobility for a time--until the next strokes hit. She never regained her speech. But the ministry that had touched millions continued as Corrie communicated through her eyes, through elaborate guessing games with those around her, through silent intercession for people God brought to mind.
For those five silent years of imprisonment, Corrie's spiritual depth offered mute testimony to her ongoing trust in her heavenly Father. The details of these years will move all who loved Corrie ten Boom. They will encourage those involved with the elderly or handicapped--and those who are themselves bedridden--that God is at work mysteriously in and through even the most incapacitated. This book attests to the truth Corrie loved so dearly: that, in spite of everything else, Jesus is always Victor.

Ver livro

The Wireless Operator - The...

David Tuch

Government agencies and rival factions were closing in. His look-alike had already fallen victim to professional hitmen and his once-powerful allies in Cuban intelligence and the DEA could no longer guarantee his safety. How did a boy from Manchester revolutionise the criminal world and become the largest marijuana trafficker in American history?



This is the never-before-told story of Harold Derber, the debonair British Merchant Navy veteran who invented the modern drug trade with his groundbreaking invention: the drug mothership. Through his ghost fleet of drug ships, Derber eventually become the chief supplier of marijuana to post-war America. This gripping true tale follows Derber from humble beginnings in Manchester, England to his assassination in the sun-kissed streets of Miami. Along the way, Derber's story takes in some of the most significant events of the twentieth century - the Second World War's Battle of the Atlantic, the Cuban Revolution and the murky shadows of the Cold War.



Shedding light on a litany of plots including arms and refugee smuggling, large-scale stock fraud and Derber's rise to the pinnacle of the drug world, this remarkable transatlantic story paints a complex picture of a singular figure and brings his extraordinary life into focus for the first time.

Ver livro

ELON MUSK DICTIONARY - An...

Isaac Volpe

Discover the mind behind SpaceX, Tesla, and a future of innovation 
 From AI to autonomous driving, Mars colonization to sustainable energy, the “Elon Musk Dictionary” breaks down over 100 key concepts that define Musk's groundbreaking work and forward-thinking strategies.  
 Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a student of innovation, or simply fascinated by the future, this book offers a curated collection of Musk's most profound thoughts, along with key quotations that capture his visionary approach to reshaping industries and pushing the boundaries of human possibility.  
 Perfect for readers seeking an in-depth understanding of the technological revolution driven by one of the most influential figures of our time.  
With this comprehensive guide to Elon Musk's ideas, inventions, and vision for the future, you can dive into the groundbreaking concepts that are shaping the world of tomorrow.  
 Explore the innovations driving electric vehicles, space exploration, and sustainable energy, while uncovering the key principles behind Musk's ambitious projects. Whether you're an entrepreneur, student, or simply curious about the future of technology, this book offers the insights you need to understand the future as Elon Musk envisions it.  
 Don't miss your chance to get inspired and informed—grab your copy today and start your journey into the future!

Ver livro

One Dog at a Time - Saving the...

Pen Farthing

“Kindness flourishes in an Afghan war zone, where British Royal Marine Farthing begins rescuing the starving strays nosing their way onto his compound...Readers will come to know and love each mutt and to admire Farthing, whose caring doesn't end when his tour does.” —PeopleThe remarkable true story of one man's fight to save the stray dogs of Afghanistan.In the remote outpost of Now Zad, Afghanistan, Pen Farthing and his troop of young Royal Marines survive frequent engagements with the Taliban and forge links with the local community. Appalled by the horrors of local dog fighting, Pen has no choice but to intervene. Then one of the dogs he frees finds his way into the Marine compound—and into Pen's heart. Soon other strays are drawn into the sanctuary provided by the makeshift pound, including one young mother who crawls under the compound fence carrying her newborn pups to safety. As his tour of duty draws to an end, Pen cannot leave the dogs of Now Zad to their fates. He begins hatching plans to help them escape to a better life. One Dog at a Time is the gripping account of one man's courage and humanity, and his fight to make a difference in the most hostile and dangerous environments, one dog at a time.

Ver livro

Long Lost Log - Diary of a...

Michael Chapman Pincher

A virgin sailor's bawdy tale of a once in a lifetime adventure.Mick is the novice deckhand on a yacht, skippered by an Irishman who's off with his mistress to find a new life. Set in the 1970s, this witty, well-paced rite of passage is full of freshness, sexual impulse and a clash of values. Long Lost Log is a voyage of discovery into what it means to be free. During 'lockdown', Michel Chapman Pincher received a surprise package - a logbook of a sailing trip he'd made across the Atlantic 47 years ago – one he thought log-lost. Returned by a young love who found it in a keepsake box in her attic, Michael was inspired to tell a tale never told before. Michael wrote up the clash of a free-loving, dope-smoking hippy with the class prejudice, racial stereotyping and failed tweedy attitudes of his 'elders and betters' in the confines of a 37' cruising yacht, heading for the Caribbean. It was worth the effort as Lilliput Press, Dublin took the book on.Long Lost Log: Diary of a Virgin Sailor is witty, charming, and proof that some risks are worth taking. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure is easy to listen to - the story flows from one event to another. Long Lost Log is a true story, written like a novel – a rollicking page-turner written with verve, keen observations and sparkling with wry humour. A beautifully crafted audiobook, multi-layered and bravely written, Long Lost Log has many interesting insights into the skills and craft of sailing and the broader history of the day. Chapman Pincher describes the people he meets and the voyage he makes with incredible clarity and of the moment. Set in the 1970s, Long Lost Log is a period piece for the nostalgic traveller and the armchair adventurer of any age.

Ver livro