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 Victorian Freaks: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain 
 Author: Ph.D. Marlene Tromp (Editor) Victorian Freaks: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain Ohio State University Press 2008 Format: PDF Size: 14.8 Mb Language: English While “freaks” have captivated our imagination since well before the nineteenth century, the Victorians flocked to shows featuring dancing dwarves, bearded ladies, “missing links,” and six-legged sheep. Indeed, this period has been described by Rosemarie Garland-Thomson as the epoch of “consolidation” for freakery: an era of social change, enormously popular freak shows, and taxonomic frenzy. Victorian Freaks: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain, edited by Marlene Tromp, turns to that rich nexus, examining the struggle over definitions of “freakery” and the unstable and sometimes conflicting ways in which freakery was understood and deployed. As the first study centralizing British culture, this collection discusses figures as varied as Joseph Merrick, “The Elephant Man” Daniel Lambert, “King of the Fat Men” Julia Pastrana, “The Bear Woman” and Laloo “The Marvellous Indian Boy” and his embedded, parasitic twin. The Victorian Freaks contributors examine Victorian culture through the lens of freakery, reading the production of the freak against the landscape of capitalist consumption, the medical community, and the politics of empire, sexuality, and art. Collectively, these essays ask how freakery engaged with notions of normalcy and with its Victorian cultural context.
Historical Dictionary of the Orthodox Church
 Historical Dictionary of the Orthodox Church Author: Alexander Golitzin The Scarecrow Press 1996 Pages: 464 Language: English Format: pdf Size: 3.1 Mb Of the three major branches of Christianity, Orthodoxy is the least known and most misunderstood. The "Historical Dictionary of the Orthodox Church" provides students, researchers, and specialists with a desk encyclopedia of the theology and theologians, saints, sinners, places and events of the Eastern Church. Two millennia of the religion are surveyed in over five hundred concise entries, concentrating primarily on the last 150 years. Includes an overview of the early Church through the Byzantine and Russian Empires, into the present multinational Orthodox presence in the ecumenical movement. Many of the general entries cannot be found elsewhere in English, and the comprehensive compilation of biographies of nineteenth- and twentieth-century Orthodox theologians (American, Russian, Greek, and many other nationalities) is published here for the first time. Includes a detailed 4000-year chronology, illustrations, extensive bibliography, and an appendix listing the current canonical patriarchs and autocephalous churches.
The Secrets of History
 Author: David May The Secrets of History David May 2014 Format: epub/pdf Size: 5.9 Mb Language: English Author and historian David May takes you on an unforgettable journey throughout history. Covering the span of thousands of years, we take a closer look at some of the more controversial and little known events that have taken place around the globe. These events are presented in an easy to navigate, chronological order. At well over 300 pages, this informative book is packed full of interesting and insightful content you won’t find anywhere else. This eBook takes a unique approach on history, and poses a number of interesting questions. - Did Atlantis Actually Exist? - Why Did the Mayan Civilization Come to an Abrupt End? - Who Built Easter Island? - Who Poisoned Mozart? - The Secret Life of Adolf Hitler
A History of Scotland: Look Behind the Mist and Myth of Scottish History
 A History of Scotland: Look Behind the Mist and Myth of Scottish History Phoenix Author: Neil Oliver 2011 Pages: 460 Format: MOBI Size: 3 mb Language: English Archaeologist Oliver has become a BBC star hosting such history programs as Two Men in a Trench. This volume accompanies his latest series, about his homeland. Scotland is wedded, for better or worse, to England, and it's often been the latter for Scotland. Periods when Highlanders and Lowlanders stood independent of the English live on, however, in historical memory. It is to such popularly recollected names as William Wallace and Robert the Bruce that Oliver accordingly pegs his narrative, which unrolls from Celtic times to Roman times to Stuart times, which expired with Bonnie Prince Charlie's defeat in 1745. Like characters in a dramatic play, the historical figures are pithily characterized (Mary Queen of Scots: "dynastic dynamite") and then sent into action. While populist in style, Oliver's presentation never caricatures its actors. He imparts impressions of them as real people with passions, convictions, and choices. Including such great Scottish cultural icons as poet Robert Burns, Oliver's warmhearted yet illusion-free survey of Scottish history piques interest in the auld country.
Of Arms and Men: A History of War, Weapons, and Aggression
 Author:Robert L. O'Connell Of Arms and Men: A History of War, Weapons, and Aggression Oxford University Press 1990 Format: pdf Size: 28Mb Language: English As Robert L. O'Connell reveals in this vividly written history of weapons in Western culture, that first attempt at an arms control measure characterizes the complex and often paradoxical relationship between men and arms throughout the centuries. In a sweeping narrative that ranges from prehistoric times to the nuclear age, O'Connell demonstrates how social and economic conditions determine the types of weapons and the tactics used in warfare and how, in turn, innovations in weapons technology often undercut social values. He describes, for instance, how the invention of the gun required a redefinition of courage from aggressive ferocity to calmness under fire; and how the machine gun in World War I so overthrew traditional notions of combat that Lord Kitchener exclaimed, "This isn't war!" The technology unleashed during the Great War radically altered our perceptions of ourselves, as these new weapons made human qualities almost irrelevant in combat. With the invention of the atomic bomb, humanity itself became subservient to the weapons it had produced. Of Arms and Men brilliantly integrates the evolution of politics, weapons, strategy, and tactics into a coherent narrative, one spiced with striking portraits of men in combat and penetrating insights into why men go to war.
Ajedrez y Comunismo
 Author: Ludek Pachman Ajedrez y Comunismo Ediciones Martínez Roca ISBN: 8427002599 1974 Format: PDF Size: 29,0 МБ Language: Spanish Pages: 403 A finales de noviembre de 1972 emigraba de Checoslovaquia el gran maestro de ajedrez Ludek Pachman. Con él marchaba el testimonio de un hombre totalmente dedicado, no sólo al ajedrez, sino al periodismo y a la política de su país. El pensamiento, puramente marxista, de Pachman, había sufrido un giro radical a raíz de la invasión de Praga por los tanques soviéticos en 1968.
Jose Romero Fernandez De Landa: Un Ingeniero de Marina en el Siglo XVIII
 Jose Romero Fernandez De Landa: Un Ingeniero de Marina en el Siglo XVIII Author: Jose Maria De Juan-Garcia Aguado Universidade da Coruna Monografias №59 1998 ISBN: 84-89694-66-4 Pages: 397 Language: Spanish Format: PDF Size: 66 MB The monograph contains a lot of information about ships series "San Ildefonso" the creator of which was Jose Romero Landa.
Aviation: An Illustrated History
 Author: Christopher Chant Aviation: An Illustrated History Chartwell Books 1978 Format: PDF Pages: 328 Language: English Size: 65 MB thanks to adeda The hundreds of photographs and drawings in this book have been specially selected to show clearly the countless technical innovations. The ever increasing efficiency of engines, from improvements in propellers to the introduction of jets; advances in the understanding of aerodynamics leading to the grace and beauty of many modern aircraft - these and many other developments are presented by the author in a readily understandable form.
Kookaburra Technical manual. Series 2, no.4 - Westland Whirlwind described
 Author: Bruce Robertson Kookaburra Technical manual. Series 2, no.4 - Westland Whirlwind described Kookaburra Technical Publications 1970 Format: PDF Size: 16,2 МБ Language: English Pages: 28 Profusely illustrated with b&w photographs, technical drawings, profiles.
Meteor from the Cockpit: Britain's First Jet Fighter
 Author: Peter Caygill Meteor from the Cockpit: Britain's First Jet Fighter Pen and Sword Aviation ISBN: 1848842198 2010 Format: EPUB Pages: 160 Size: 2 Mb Language: English The Meteor is remembered as the first British jet fighter to enter squadron service and the only jet powered Allied fighter to see action in WW II. Subsequent development was limited as a result of its relatively conventional airframe although it did hold the world air speed record for a while. The Meteor was immensely strong and many pilots owe their lives to its rugged construction. For a whole generation of pilots the aircraft (the Meatbox as it was affectionately known) provided the ideal introduction to jet-powered flight. It did suffer a high accident rate but many of the losses were due to lack of knowledge of the stresses of high speed flight at low level and a misguided training program.
The Battle of Britain: Extraordinary Courage and Unbreakable Spirit
 Author: Nigel Cawthorne The Battle of Britain: Extraordinary Courage and Unbreakable Spirit Arcturus Publishing Limited 2012 Format: EPUB Pages: 208 Size: 14 Mb The Battle of Britain presents in photographs the many aspects of the momentous campaign, from tactics, personalities, and aircraft to its effect on the lives of civilians. Lavishly illustrated, it is a tribute to a nation that pulled together in the face of overwhelming odds, and united, saved and guided the world.
A History of Beer and Brewing
 A History of Beer and Brewing Royal Society of Chemistry Author: I. Hornsey 2004 Pages: 632 Format: PDF Size: 60 mb Language: English A History of Beer and Brewing provides a comprehensive account of the history of beer. Research carried out during the last quarter of the 20th century has permitted us to re-think the way in which some ancient civilizations went about their beer production. There have also been some highly innovative technical developments, many of which have led to the sophistication and efficiency of 21st century brewing methodology. A History of Beer and Brewing covers a time-span of around eight thousand years and in doing so:·Stimulates the reader to consider how, and why, the first fermented beverages might have originated·Establishes some of the parameters that encompass the diverse range of alcoholic beverages assigned the generic name 'beer'·Considers the possible means of dissemination of early brewing technologies from their Near Eastern originsThe book is aimed at a wide readership particularly beer enthusiasts. However the use of original quotations and references associated with them should enable the serious scholar to delve into this subject in even greater depth.
The Rise of Islam
 Author: Toney Allman The Rise of Islam (Understanding World History Reference Point) Referencepoint Press 2014 Format: PDF Size: 11.7 Mb Language: English Islam, as a faith and as a political power, rose to world dominance in an astoundingly brief timespanlittle more than one hundred years. From the fascinating events of Muhammads life to the founding of a vast empire, the rise of Islam is the story of a people, a vibrant culture, and the growth of a civilization. Without Islams contributions, it is doubtful that Western civilization could have developed as it did.
Historical Atlas
 The Public Schools Historical Atlas Author: C. Colbeck ed. Longmans, Green, and Co. London 1905 Pages: 102 Format: djvu Size: 23 mb Language: English
Chanat Krymski i jego stosunki z Polska w XV–XVIII w.
 Author : Podhorodecki L. : Chanat Krymski i jego stosunki z Polska w XV–XVIII w. Warszawa: «Książka i Wiedza» : 1987 ISBN: 83-05-11618-2 Pages: 358 Format : PDF Size : 100,3 MB Language : Polish
Film History: An Introduction
 Author: David Bordwell, Kristin Thompson Film History: An Introduction McGraw-Hill Quality: Pages: 788 Language: English 2003 Format: PDF Size: 167 МБ Written by two of the leading scholars in film studies, Film History: An Introduction is a comprehensive, global survey of the medium that covers the development of every genre in film, from drama and comedy to documentary and experimental. As with the authors' bestselling Film Art: An Introduction (now in its eighth edition), concepts and events are illustrated with frame enlargements taken from the original sources, giving students more realistic points of reference than competing books that rely on publicity stills. The third edition of Film History is thoroughly updated and includes the first comprehensive overviews of the impact of globalization and digital technology on the cinema. Any serious film scholar--professor, undergraduate, or graduate student--will want to read and keep Film History.
Ten Days that Shook the World
 Ten Days that Shook the World Author: John Reed BONI & LIVERIGHT. New York 1919 Pages: 371 Format: PDF Size: 8 МБ Quality: Good Language: English
The Wahhabi Mission and Saudi Arabia
 The Wahhabi Mission and Saudi Arabia Author: David Commins I.B. Tauris 2006 Pages: 287 Language: English Format: pdf Size: 4.2 Mb This is a definitive and authoritative account of the conservative interpretation of Islam that is the official creed of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Wahhabism. Muslim critics have dismissed it as a heretical innovation that manipulated a backward people to gain political control. David Commins dismisses the clichés, examines the nature of Wahhabism, and offers original findings as to how Wahhabism rose to dominance in Arabia and projected its influence in the Muslim world. He also assesses the challenges that it faces from radical militants within the Kingdom.
Encyclopedia of Irish History and Culture (2 volume set)
 Encyclopedia of Irish History and Culture (2 volume set) Author: composite authors GALE 2004 Pages: 1116 Language: English Format: pdf Size: 45.2 Mb The impact of the Irish upon the arts, popular culture, scholarship and politics has been immense. Literature in English cannot be fully understood without consideration of James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, W.B. Yeats, Samuel Beckett, Seamus Heaney and many others. Names such as Guinness and Fleadh Cheoil are immediately recognizable. The Irish struggle for independence in the early 20th century, and the strife that continues to this day, have captured the world's attention. "The Encyclopedia of Irish History and Culture" spans prehistoric times to the present, and treats both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland in detail. Entries represent an inclusive, cross-disciplinary approach, written by specialists in history, archaeology, anthropology, geography, politics, economics, the Irish and English languages and literatures, the visual arts and other fields.
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