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  • The Mystery of the Downs

    The storm had descended swiftly, sweeping in suddenly from the sea, driving across the downs to the hills at high speed, blotting out the faint rays of a crescent moon and hiding the country-side beneath a pall of blackness, which was forked at intervals by flashes of lightning. The darkness was so impenetrable, and the fury of the storm so fierce, that Harry Marsland pulled his hat well over his ... Meer lezen

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  • Daphnis and Chloe

    door John Watson ...
    Daphnis and Chloe is the most acclaimed of the early Greek novels. Its popularity is enhanced by the splendid illustrations it has generated - from High Victorian to Bonnard and Maillol, and of course musically in the ballet of Ravel. There are numerous translations of the prose text of Longus, but the reader may sense that something is missing, that some poetic charm in the original has been lost ... Meer lezen

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  • The War and Democracy

    "The War and Democracy" is a compelling exploration of the intricate relationship between warfare and democratic governance. The authors, Arthur Greenwood, R. W. Seton-Watson, John Dover Wilson, and Alfred Zimmern, delve into the impact of war on democratic institutions and the political landscape. They analyze how conflicts can both challenge and reinforce democratic ideals, providing a nuanced ... Meer lezen

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  • The Commerce and Navigation of the Erythraean Sea

    "The Commerce and Navigation of the Erythraean Sea" is a significant historical text that explores the trade routes and maritime activities of the ancient world, particularly focusing on the Indian Ocean and its surrounding regions. Translated by John Watson McCrindle, this work provides invaluable insights into the economic interactions between various civilizations, including the Romans, Indians ... Meer lezen

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  • War Stories for my Grandchildren

    "War Stories for my Grandchildren" by John Watson Foster is a compelling collection of narratives that captures the essence of military experiences through the eyes of a seasoned veteran. Foster shares his personal accounts and reflections on the impact of war, weaving together tales of bravery, sacrifice, and the human spirit. Each story serves as a poignant reminder of the realities faced by ... Meer lezen

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  • Poachers and Poaching

    "Poachers and Poaching" by F.L.S. John Watson delves into the complex and often controversial world of wildlife conservation and illegal hunting. The book explores the motivations behind poaching, examining the socio-economic factors that drive individuals to engage in this illicit activity. Watson provides a thorough analysis of the impact of poaching on biodiversity and ecosystems, highlighting ... Meer lezen

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  • The Confessions of a Poacher

    The book is a collection of stories and anecdotes detailing the experiences of a poacher, from his methods of evading gamekeepers to his intimate knowledge of the countryside and its wildlife. Watson presents poaching not just as a crime but as a craft and a way of life, showcasing the skill and cunning required to outsmart both the law and the natural challenges of the landscape. He describes the ... Meer lezen

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  • The Invasion of India by Alexander the Great

    As Described by Greek Historians

    John Watson McCrindle's "The Invasion of India by Alexander the Great" offers a meticulous account of one of history's most significant military campaigns. Through a combination of primary historical texts and archaeological evidence, McCrindle presents a vivid narrative that captures both the strategic brilliance and the cultural encounters of Alexander's expedition into India. His scholarly ... Meer lezen

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  • The Invasion of India by Alexander the Great

    Enriched edition. As described by Arrian, Q. Curtius, Diodoros, Plutarch and Justin: Alexander's Campaigns in Afghanistan, the Panjâb, Sindh, Gedrosia and Karmania

    In "The Invasion of India by Alexander the Great," John Watson McCrindle presents a meticulous account of Alexander's monumental expedition into India, weaving together historical narrative, geographic analysis, and cultural examination. McCrindle utilizes a range of primary sources, including the works of contemporary historians and classical texts, to construct a vivid tableau of Alexander's ... Meer lezen

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  • The Invasion of India by Alexander the Great

    Classical Sources, Ancient Geography, and the Indo-Greek Encounter in Northwestern India

    In *The Invasion of India by Alexander the Great*, John Watson McCrindle reconstructs the Macedonian king's eastern campaign through a critical synthesis of Greek, Roman, and Indian evidence. Drawing especially on Arrian, Curtius Rufus, Diodorus, Plutarch, and Strabo, the work follows Alexander from his crossing of the Indus and encounters with Taxila and Porus to the battles, negotiations, and ... Meer lezen

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  • Plagiarisms

    door John Watson ...
    The rewriting of prose texts in iambics is perhaps primarily a way of reading them with deliberation; the texts here - favourites of course - have much in common. Those from Lampedusa posit the possibility of extraordinary events. Similarly, 'Sylvie' depends on extremities of tenderness exemplified by the scene in the Othys section when the narrator and Sylvie, descending the stairs, stage a re ... Meer lezen

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  • Two Legends

    door John Watson ...
    Famously in the twentieth century, Frank O'Hara spends his lunch hour stepping out of the Museum of Modern Art to type poems on shop demonstration typewriters. Following his accidental death on Fire Island, he becomes a legend in his own lifetime. Watson's extended riff on these lunch perambulations addresses this first legend.An interlude follows in which O'Hara and his friends emerge from MOMA ... Meer lezen

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