Exploratory, investigative, and energetically analytical, 1650–1850 covers the full expanse of long-eighteenth-century thought, writing, and art while delivering abundant revelatory detail. Essays on well-known cultural figures combine with studies of emerging topics to unveil a vivid rendering of a dynamic period, simultaneously committed to singular genius and universal improvement. Welcoming research on all nations and language traditions, 1650–1850 invites readers int...

Theology and Literature in the Age of Johnson: Resisting Secularism contains seventeen essays exploring the complex relationships between literary intentions and theological concerns of authors writing in the second half of the eighteenth century. The diversity of literary forms and subjects, from Fielding and Richardson to Burke and Wollstonecraft, is matched by a diversity of approaches and theologies. To argue that the age “resisted secularism” is by no means to argue that resi...

Samuel Johnson famously referred to his future biographer, the unsociable magistrate Sir John Hawkins, as “a most unclubbable man." Conversely, this celebratory volume gathers distinguished eighteenth-century studies scholars to honor the achievements, professional generosity, and sociability of Greg Clingham, taking as its theme textual and social group formations. Here, Philip Smallwood examines the “mirrored minds” of Johnson and Shakespeare, while David Hopkins parses intersec...

"Walker here pairs off proto-architect Filippo Brunelleschi and doormaker Lorenzo Ghiberti in an often engaging version of Quattrocento Smackdown." — Library JournalJoining the bestsellers Longitude and Galileo's Daughter, this is a lively and intriguing tale of two artists whose competitive spirit brought to life one of the world's most magnificent structures and ignited the Renaissance.The dome of the Santa Maria del Fiore, the gr...

Using the concept of musical effervescence, a collective state of synchronized and focused intersubjectivity through music, Gavin Robert Walker reveals how and why songs have become such a ubiquitous and formidable force within the AIDS epidemic in Africa.Drawn from a rich and powerful cultural history, music has been used to inspire HIV/AIDS activism and advocacy, facilitate local psychosocial healing, communicate life-saving health information, motivate communiti...

In a world where corruption and injustice often lurk in the shadows, investigative journalists serve as the guardians of truth, shining a light on the darkest corners of society. But their relentless pursuit of the truth often comes at a high price.This book tells the stories of real journalists who have faced threats, intimidation, and even death in their quest to expose wrongdoing. From Dorothy Kilgallen's investigation into the Kennedy assassination to Jamal Khashoggi's brutal m...

On April 27, 1865, as America celebrated the end of its bloodiest conflict, an overlooked tragedy unfolded on the Mississippi River. The Sultana, a steamboat packed with recently freed Union prisoners of war, erupted in flames and sank into the dark waters, claiming more lives than the sinking of the Titanic. Yet somehow, this devastating maritime disaster faded into the shadows of history."Shadows of the Sultana" uncovers the heartbreaking story of America's deadliest maritime dis...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How to Train My Puppy: Basics to Train and Housebreak Your Dog [Winning Approach to Raise a "Healthy, Perfect, and Well-Behaved" Pet in Fun and Easy Ways.]Have you ever wished you knew how to train your dog, but had no idea where to start? In this book, we will embark on a comprehensive journey to equip you with the knowledge and skills to raise a well-behaved, confident, and happy puppy.Her...

In this ebook, we will explore the nuances and benefits of sexual intimacy in the later years, debunking myths, addressing challenges, and highlighting the joys and pleasures that come with age. From physical health to emotional connection, it's vital to understand the importance of a fulfilling sexual relationship in our senior years and how to maintain it with vitality and vigor.In A Senior Citizen Guide to a Happy Sex Life, we will embark on a journey to explore the concept of g...

Unlock the Power of AI in EducationAre you tired of traditional teaching methods that fail to engage students and promote active learning? Do you want to harness the power of AI to create a more personalized and interactive learning experience? If so, this book is for you.Do You Struggle With These Common Challenges in Education?Engaging students in the learning processFostering creativity and critical thinking skill...

In this biography, Robert Walker skilfully blends the fascinating story of Rachmaninoff's life with the historical background of his times. The author shows, too, how outside influences- the 1905 and 1917 revolutions, the Great War, the Wall Street Crash and the Great Depression- very much affected Rachmaninoff as an artist. As well as the use of contemporary accounts, letters and reminiscences, the author has obtained recollections first-hand from distinguished musicians who knew the comp...

Leonardo da Vinci developed plans for an "aerial screw" four hundred years before it actually took flight.