An original interpretative history for students or scholars of West Central Africa from earliest times to 1852 which benefits from comprehensive and in- depth treatment of internal histories, inter-state interactions, and external relationships for an original approach to regional histories.
John Clare was reputedly a solitary, shy man, at one with nature and the world. Although these authors have both published books which indicate otherwise, in this volume they focus on Clare as a transgressive figure. While he documented and celebrated the country life he valued so highly, he was also a witness to the partial destruction of that life, with the coming of enclosure and increasingly severe penalties for trespass. John Clare: The Trespasser shows how, in his poetry, autobiography and letters, Clare was no supporter or respecter of property rights.
Exploring the literary influences on Clare, this study delves into the impact of his rural folk culture upbringing alongside the contemporary literature of his time. It examines how these elements shaped his writing, revealing the interplay between his environment and the broader literary landscape. The analysis provides insight into Clare's unique voice and the themes that permeate his work, highlighting the significance of both tradition and modernity in his literary development.
Being An Attempt To Prove From History And Astronomical Calculations (1781)
Exploring the connection between a comet's proximity to Earth and significant historical events like the Fall and the Deluge, this work presents the intriguing theory that this celestial body is the mythical Phoenix of ancient lore. The author delves into the implications of this cometary influence on humanity's past, weaving together astronomy, mythology, and historical analysis to offer a unique perspective on the intersection of science and ancient beliefs.
A collection of writings and speeches by Pope Benedict XVI introduces his perspectives on key issues marking his papacy, addressing topics ranging from abortion and priesthood sexual misconduct to anti-Semitism and Christian relations with Islam
The study delves into the significant impact of self-taught English rural poetry on eighteenth-century literary culture, challenging previous perceptions. John Goodridge analyzes works by James Thomson, Stephen Duck, and Mary Collier, while closely examining John Dyer's The Fleece. The exploration highlights the purpose of rural poetry and its connection to real-world agricultural and folkloric developments, revealing a deeper understanding of the genre's relevance during that period.
This book explores Africa's involvement in the Atlantic world from the fifteenth century through the eighteenth century.