La remarquable évasion d'Henry Brown de l'esclavage, s'envoyant ingénieusement lui-même vers la liberté par la poste, en a fait une voix puissante contre cette institution. En tant qu'homme libre, il captivait son public avec des conférences et des récits détaillant les maux de l'esclavage, faisant de son épreuve personnelle un symbole puissant de résistance. Ses expériences et son plaidoyer ont considérablement contribué au mouvement abolitionniste, soulignant la brutalité du système esclavagiste et la résilience de l'esprit humain. Le parcours de Brown incarne une profonde lutte pour la liberté et l'impact durable du courage d'un individu.
One of the most influential figures of the twentieth century, Marcus Garvey's powerful message of black pride remains as relevant today as it was almost 100 years ago. Across generations and continents, leaders like Malcolm X, Kwame Nkrumah, Jomo Kenyatta and musical icon Bob Marley readily acknowledge the influence of Garvey's philosophy on their lives, thoughts and actions.
After more than 30 years of slavery, Henry "Box" Brown managed to have himself nailed inside a packing crate and shipped from Richmond to Philadelphia. This important memoir recounts his daring and successful bid for freedom. "Just as relevant now as it was 150 years ago." — Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
An unabridged printing of the 18th Edition (1906) to include all illustrations and text.
A Copy Of Epitaphs In The Old Burying Grounds Of Lexington, Massachusetts (1905)
The collection features epitaphs from Lexington, Massachusetts, offering a glimpse into the lives and legacies of those interred in its historic cemeteries. Each entry includes the epitaph, along with biographical details such as names, birth and death dates, and notable achievements. This resource serves historians and genealogists interested in Lexington's history, while the facsimile reprint preserves the original's cultural significance despite potential imperfections.
A Record Of Services Rendered In The Army And Navy Of The United States (1886)
This antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of an original work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks or flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote literature by providing an affordable, high-quality edition that remains true to the original text, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage in literature.
The book is a reproduction of a significant cultural artifact, preserving its original elements such as copyright references and library stamps. It serves as an important contribution to the knowledge base of civilization, reflecting the historical context and scholarly value of the work. This faithful reproduction aims to maintain the integrity of the original text, making it a valuable resource for those interested in cultural history and literature.
This reprint preserves the original text from 1877, offering readers a glimpse into the historical context and literary style of the time. The book captures the essence of its era, reflecting the themes and societal norms prevalent during the late 19th century. It serves as an important artifact for those interested in historical literature and provides insight into the author's perspective and storytelling techniques.
Roll of students of Harvard University who served in the army or navy of the United States during the war of the rebellion is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1866. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel... číst celé
Psychology, Emotion and Intuition in Work Relationships: The Head, Heart and Gut Professional highlights the increasing importance of human relations in professional life. In modern society, all those who work with or provide services to others are increasingly called upon to be not just technical experts, but also 'head, heart and gut professionals' - who can work and relate to others with their head, heart, and gut. The book explains and synthesises these elements in an accessible way, based on a sound theoretical perspective combined with practical guidance. The authors address how to manage client expectations; how to deal with risk, uncertainty and imperfection, as well as how to improve communication and interpersonal skills. Attention is also given to the central role of empathy and rapport in professional relationships, while recognising the need for proper professional boundaries. Psychology, Emotion and Intuition in Work Relationships will be a valuable guide for all modern practising and training professionals in a broad range of fields, including mental health, law, social and healthcare, teaching and academia, technology, financial and other services - indeed, for anyone who provides services and has working relationships of any kind.