The classic biography by John Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. According to Wikipedia: "George Washington (February 22, 1732 [O.S. February 11, 1731 December 14, 1799) served as the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797 and as the commander of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War from 1775 to 1783. Because of his significant role in the revolution and in the formation of the United States, he is often revered by Americans as the "Father of Ou...

For readers of Three Cups of Tea; Eat, Pray, Love; and Wild comes the inspiring story of an ordinary American family that embarks on an extraordinary journey. Wide-Open World follows the Marshall family as they volunteer their way around the globe, living in a monkey sanctuary in Costa Rica, teaching English in rural Thailand, and caring for orphans in India. There’s a name for this kind of endeavor—voluntourism—and it might just be the future of travel....

The philosophers who preceded Socrates (469 - 399 BC), the PreSocratics, were the first recorded individuals to reject mythological explanations for the unknown. Aristotle called the PreSocratics physikoi meaning physicists, after physis, nature, because they sought natural explanations for phenomena, as opposed to the earlier theologoi, theologians, whose philosophical basis was supernatural. The physikoi invented maps, an early time-keeping device in the form of a sun-dial and they were ...

"The Life of George Washington" is one of the most significant biographies about America's first president, authored by John Marshall and published between 1804 and 1807. This comprehensive work, spanning five volumes, details the life and achievements of George Washington, exploring his pivotal role in the American Revolutionary War and his presidency. Marshall's biography weaves together numerous accounts and personal anecdotes, creating a rich tapestry of stories that reflect the comple...

John Marshall’s A Short History of Greek Philosophy spans the time between Thales of Milete up till the Stoics, covering School of Miletes (Thales et al), Pythagoras, The Eleatics (Xenophanes et al), The Atomists, The sophists, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, The Sceptics and Epicureans and Zeno and the Stoics.This new digital edition of A Short History of Greek Philosophy includes an image gallery.

The Life of George Washington, Vol. 1 is a biography of the first President of the United States, George Washington, written by John Marshall. Marshall was a Chief Justice of the United States and a close friend of Washington's.The book was first published in 1804 and is divided into several chapters. It covers Washington's early life, his involvement in the French and Indian War, his marriage to Martha Custis, and his political career leading up to the Revolutionary War.Marshall's biograp...

Find out how to create an app. This book shows you step by step instructions for creating a mobile and how to grow this into a business. The book is written by John Marshall who has been developing mobile apps for Android, iOS and Kindle since 2011. He shares with you the approach which has proved most successful to him and how you can move your mobile app business forward as quickly as possible.Download and read now.

In "The Life of George Washington," John Marshall crafts a meticulously detailed biography that both venerates and humanizes America'Äôs founding father. Written in the early 19th century, the book employs a narrative style marked by eloquence and precision, reflecting the emerging American identity post-Revolution. Marshall'Äôs comprehensive approach draws from extensive personal correspondence and firsthand accounts, positioning Washington as a pivotal figure in the tumultuous years of n...

Battling for Gold, Or, Stirring Incidents of Goldfields Life in West AustraliaDive into the rugged world of gold miners in the late 19th century with this republication of John Marshall's 1903 classic, "Battling for Gold, Or, Stirring Incidents of Goldfields Life in West Australia". This book offers a vivid portrayal of the trials and triumphs of life on the Western Australian goldfields. From the dusty plains of Coolgardie to the bustling energy of Southern Cross,...

Studies the remarkable life of Othon de Grandson—crusader, diplomat, and close companion to King Edward I.There were once two little boys - they met when they were both quite young; one was born in what’s now Switzerland, by Lake de Neuchâtel, his name Othon de Grandson, and the other was born in London, his name Prince Edward, son of King Henry the third of that name. Othon was probably born in 1238, and Edward, we know, in June 1239. These two little boys grew up...

The Edwardian castles of north Wales were built by a Savoyard master mason, but also by many other artisans from Savoy. What is more extraordinary, is that the constables of Flint, Rhuddlan, Conwy and Harlech were also Savoyards, the Justiciar and Deputy Justiciar at Caernarfon were Savoyards and the head of the English army leading the relief of the sieges of Flint and Rhuddlan was a future Count of Savoy. The explanatory story is fundamentally of two men, the builder of castles, Master J...

Marshall provides a detailed account of Washington’s upbringing in Virginia, his early ventures as a surveyor, and his formative military experiences during the French and Indian War. The narrative captures Washington's development as a leader, detailing his participation in critical campaigns, including his role in the infamous Braddock Expedition. Marshall also sheds light on Washington’s character, emphasizing his sense of duty, integrity, and emerging patriotism.Marshall, drawing on hi...