Showing results for "w a mcdevitte"

by

Julius Caesar, Kara Brackley

Translated by

W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

In "Caesar: The Gallic War & The Civil War," Julius Caesar presents a first-hand account of his military campaigns, merging history with the immediacy of personal narrative. Written in a straightforward yet elegant prose style, these commentaries illuminate the political and military intricacies of late Republican Rome as Caesar recounts his conquests in Gaul and the subsequent strife of the Civil War. The text not only serves as a tactical manual but also as a profound political treatise,...

by

Cody McDevitt

This book examines one of the worst civil rights injustices in Pennsylvania history—the 1923 banishment of Black and Mexican residents from Johnstown.In response to the fatal shooting of four policemen in 1923, the mayor of Johnstown ordered every African American and Mexican immigrant who had lived in the city for less than seven years to leave. They were given less than a day to move or would face crippling fines or jail time. Many were forced out at gunpoint.

by

Julius Caesar, Kara Brackley

Translated by

W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

In "The Gallic War," Julius Caesar presents a pivotal account of his military campaign against the Gallic tribes from 58 to 50 BCE. Written in a concise, dry, and objective literary style, Caesar's reports are characterized by their clarity, vivid descriptions, and strategic insight, reflecting the conventions of Roman historiography. His first-person narrative offers not only a record of battles and troop movements but also illuminates the complex interactions between the Romans and vario...

by

Julius Caesar,W. A. McDevitte (Translator),W. S Bohn (Translator)

Translation based on W. A. McDevitte and W. S. Bohn, 1869 The Gallic Wars were a series of military campaigns waged by the Roman proconsul Julius Caesar against several Gallic tribes, lasting from 58 BC to 51 BC. The Romans would also raid Britannia and Germania, but these expeditions never developed into full-scale invasions. The Gallic Wars culminated in the decisive Battle of Alesia in 52 BC, in which a complete Roman victory resulted in the expansion of the Roman Republic over the whol...

by

James McDevitt

In the shadow of World War II, courage, love, and sacrifice intertwine in an unforgettable story that spans continents and generations. A Walk Among Heroes follows Thomas Montgomery (“T.J.”) as he navigates the battlefields of Europe and the fractured pieces of life back home. Inspired by true events, this gripping historical fiction novel reveals the untold bonds forged amidst the chaos of war and the enduring power of human connection.T.J.’s journey begins in the aftermath of Wor...

by

Julius Caesar, Cora Tallowmere

Translated by

W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

The Gallic War & The Civil War gathers Julius Caesar's celebrated commentaries on conquest abroad and conflict at home, tracing the Roman subjugation of Gaul, encounters with Britons and Germans, and the subsequent struggle against Pompey and the senatorial faction. Written in lucid, economical Latin prose and famously cast in the third person, these works combine military report, political self-justification, ethnographic observation, and narrative drama. They stand at the intersection of...

by

Jack McDevitt

Nebula-winning author of the Alex Benedict series: A woman steals a starship to find her long-lost clone-sister in a "masterly" novel of first contact ( Library Journal).We are alone. That is the verdict, after centuries of Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence missions and space exploration. The only living things in the Universe are found on the Nine Worlds settled from Earth, and the starships that knit them together. Or so ...

by

Julius Caesar

Translated by

W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

In "The Civil War," Julius Caesar offers a firsthand account of the conflict between the Roman Republic and its internal factions, deftly navigating the tumultuous political landscape of his time. Written in a lucid and compelling prose style, the text exemplifies the use of direct speech and vivid detail to bring the events to life, revealing not only military strategies but also the socio-political implications of the war. Its importance lies in its dual role as a historical document and...

by

Livy

Translated by

B. O. Foster, William A. McDevitte

Livy wrote a monumental history of Rome and the Roman people, titled Ab Urbe Condita, ''From the Founding of the City''.Seneca the Younger gives brief mention that he was also known as an orator and philosopher and had written some treatises in those fields from a historical point of view.Livy also produced other works, including an essay in the form of a letter to his son, and numerous dialogues, most likely modelled on similar works by Cicero.

by

Julius Caesar,W. A. McDevitte (Translator),W. S Bohn (Translator)

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display. TABLE OF CONTENTS:The African War (attributed to Caesar, possibly written by Aulus Hirtius or Gaius Op...

by

Darby McDevitt

Combining the inventive worldbuilding of Philip K. Dick and the elegiac longing of Raymond Chandler's The Long Goodbye and for fans of Ready Player One and Rabbits, The Halter by Darby McDevitt (lead writer for Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag) is a debut sci-fi novel that fuses cyber-noir, psychological suspense, and high-concept speculation in a breakneck search for truth inside a utopian metaverse on the verge of collapse

by

Julius Caesar, Cora Tallowmere

Translated by

W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

Julius Caesar's The Gallic War, or Commentarii de Bello Gallico, recounts the campaigns of 58–50 BCE by which Rome subdued Gaul and confronted Germans and Britons beyond its familiar frontiers. Written in a spare, disciplined Latin and famously in the third person, the work fuses military report, ethnographic observation, and political self-fashioning. Its clarity and apparent objectivity belong to the Roman commentarius tradition, yet beneath the unadorned style lies a persuasive narrativ...