Kirjahaku
Etsi kirjoja tekijän nimen, kirjan nimen tai ISBN:n perusteella.
1000 tulosta hakusanalla C. Fraser Smith
Military Memoir of Lieut.-Col. James Skinner, C.B.
Fraser James Baillie
Cambridge University Press
2012
pokkari
Born to a Scottish father and an Indian mother, the military adventurer James Skinner (1778–1841) acquired wealth and fame in India for raising and leading regiments of irregular cavalry, aiding the British in their wars against the Marathas and Pindaris. Distinguished in battle and generous as a host and patron, Skinner was also fluent in Persian and highly regarded by his men and his superiors. Based on first-hand acquaintance and Skinner's own journal, this two-volume work, published in 1851 by the Scottish traveller and artist James Baillie Fraser (1783–1856), who aimed to represent Skinner 'such as he was in truth, a gallant soldier, a zealous officer, a steady friend, a worthy noble-minded man; and spite of his dark complexion, a true and loyal Briton'. Volume 1 sketches the historical background to Skinner's exploits, and includes his account of his activities up to 1804 and the Second Anglo-Maratha War.
Military Memoir of Lieut.-Col. James Skinner, C.B.
Fraser James Baillie
Cambridge University Press
2012
pokkari
Born to a Scottish father and an Indian mother, the military adventurer James Skinner (1778–1841) acquired wealth and fame in India for raising and leading regiments of irregular cavalry, aiding the British in their wars against the Marathas and Pindaris. Distinguished in battle and generous as a host and patron, Skinner was also fluent in Persian and highly regarded by his men and his superiors. Based on first-hand acquaintance and Skinner's own journal, this two-volume work, published in 1851 by the Scottish traveller and artist James Baillie Fraser (1783–1856), who aimed to represent Skinner 'such as he was in truth, a gallant soldier, a zealous officer, a steady friend, a worthy noble-minded man; and spite of his dark complexion, a true and loyal Briton'. Volume 2 resumes the narrative during the Second Anglo-Maratha War, revealing Skinner's military assessments and accomplishments, as well as his personal qualities.
A Winter's Journey (Tatar), from Constantinople to Tehran. With Travels Through Various Parts of Persia, &c.
James Baillie Fraser
Antigonos Verlag
2025
nidottu
From Swords to Plowshares : Space and the Peace of the Home in Medieval Nordic Law, c. 1150–1350
Fraser Miller
Stockholm University
2026
nidottu
In From Swords to Plowshares: Space and the Peace of the Home in Medieval Nordic Law, c. 1150–1350, Fraser Miller explores medieval Nordic peace legislation through a spatial perspective. He looks at how this unique form of legislation was used to regulate the domestic space in high medieval Norway, Iceland, Denmark, Gotland, and Sweden through an inter-Nordic comparison of the extant medieval Nordic laws. It is the first work of its kind to subject all of the laws from the period to an inter-Nordic legal comparison, and to employ a spatial theoretical perspective in such a study. Domestic peace regulations established special protections for the home and farmstead against different types of violence. But what types of violence, the areas and legal subjects that enjoyed such protections, and the level of that protection, varied considerably in the laws. The uneven development of legal protections, behavioural demands, and restrictions transformed the space of the home and wider farm into a patchwork of norms. This phenomenon, which Miller designates “peace zoning”, highlights the heated negotiation of the domestic space taking place in the Nordic legal arena in the High Middle Ages. This is a doctoral thesis in History at Stockholm University, Sweden 2025
Success Runs in Our Race: The Complete Guide to Effective Networking in the Black Community
George C. Fraser
William Morrow Company
2004
nidottu
A completely updated and revised edition of a bestselling book that has helped tens of thousands of people learn how to network effectively, Success Runs in Our Race is more important than ever in this fluctuating economy. With scores of anecdotes taken from interviews with successful African Americans -- from Keith Clinkscales, founder and former CEO of Vanguarde Media, to Oprah Winfrey -- Fraser shows how to network for information, for influence, and for resources. Readers will learn, among other things, how to cultivate valuable listening skills, which conferences blacks are most likely to attend when looking to build their business network, and how to effectively circulate a r sum .More than a guide for personal achievement, this is an information-packed bible of networking that also seeks to inspire a social movement and a rebirth of the "Underground Railroad," in which successful African Americans share the lessons of self-determination and empowerment with those still struggling to scale the ladder of success.
Dew Drop Inn: Lasting Memories of a Cookshire Landmark
Winston C. Fraser
Winston Fraser Consulting Inc.
2017
nidottu
Indelible Big Blue Memories: Life in the Think Tank
Winston C. Fraser
Winston Fraser Consulting Inc.
2018
nidottu
Endangered Species of Country Life: A Nostalgic Look Back
Winston C. Fraser
Winston Fraser Consulting Inc.
2019
nidottu
Endangered Species of Country Life takes the reader on a very special journey. For those of the younger generation, who have grown up with the Internet, the iPad and the smartphone, this book will lead you on a fascinating voyage of discovery. For those who are a bit longer in the tooth, the book will usher you on an odyssey of nostalgia and reminiscence. But regardless of whether your years are fourteen, forty or fourscore and ten, you are sure to enjoy the sights that await you at every stop along your journey. Your eyes will feast upon a smorgasbord of species of country life -- all of them endangered and some of them already extinct. Not only will your emotions be kindled, but your every sense will be touched by the images that you encounter.You will read by the flickering flame of a kerosene lamp, you will be guided by the faithful light of a lonely lighthouse, and you will watch time slowly and silently pass into history on the expressionless face of the grandfather clock. You will hear the scratchy melodies of the old gramophone, the babbled chant of the country auctioneer and the deafening clatter of the threshing machine. You will feel the bumps of the rumble seat ride, the warmth of the fire in the pot-bellied stove and the cold of the hoarfrost crystals in the hayloft. You will savour the aroma of freshly baked bread from the outdoor bake oven, you will remember the smell of hot dogs and fried onions at the county fair, and you will experience the foreboding fragrance of the venerable outhouse. You will taste maple taffy served on a wooden paddle, eat turkey roasted on a wood stove and devour fresh strawberries topped with whipped cream at a church-sponsored Strawberry Social.This book is not intended to present an exhaustive portrayal of every aspect of country life of yesteryear. Nor is it intended to be an authoritative compendium of North American antiques. Rather it offers a selective but significant sampling of more than a hundred images to illustrate important elements of life in rural North America during the past couple of centuries. The endangered species that this book highlights are organized into the following subspecies: -Classic Conveyances -Mechanical Marvels -Rustic Structures -Tools and Trappings -Furniture and Fixings -Common Containers -Crafts and Trades -Fun and Games -Country Gatherings -Odds and EndsEndangered Species of Country Life will entertain you, inform you and amuse you. Perhaps it will also sensitize and motivate its readers to preserve and protect the treasures that have been passed on by previous generations. Maybe it will encourage some to support their local historical society, others to learn a classic pioneer craft and still others to take some action to rescue an endangered species of country life from likely extinction. If this book has accomplished any of the above, then it has achieved its purpose.So, sit back, fasten your seat belt and begin your journey back in time. Bon voyage
From the reality TV show Superstar to Formula One ace Michael Schumacher, Pop Culture Germany! explores the exciting world of contemporary German popular culture.Like no other volume of its kind, Pop Culture Germany! captures the breadth and vitality of popular culture in modern Germany, exploring both familiar and lesser-known aspects of German art, entertainment, television, music, and film.Written by expert contributors who are rooted in German language and culture, the book focuses on German popular culture since 1945, providing an indispensable guide for anyone planning a trip to Germany for business or pleasure or for those who wish to have a deeper understanding of the German nation. This book offers a concise, in-depth overview of the evolution and impact of German media, arts, lifestyles, and recreation, written with a historical perspective.Illustrated with photographs and reprints of iconic German advertisements, magazine covers, and official forms and documentsA–Z glossaries at the end of each chapter list key words and summarize the most important topics
"Master Sunshine" by Mrs. C. F. Fraser is a heartwarming novel that captures the essence of childhood innocence and the transformative power of optimism. Set in a quaint village, Fraser's narrative radiates with the joy of discovery and the resilience of the human spirit. Through rich character development, readers are immersed in a world where love, friendship, and joy abound. The protagonist, Master Sunshine, embodies the purest form of optimism, illuminating the lives of those around him with his infectious positivity. As the story unfolds, Fraser masterfully explores the complexities of village life, weaving together tales of triumph and tribulation. Against the backdrop of everyday challenges, the characters in "Master Sunshine" discover the strength to overcome adversity and find hope in the darkest of times. At its core, this novel is an inspirational narrative that celebrates the enduring power of love and the indomitable spirit of the human heart. Through its portrayal of childhood wonder and unwavering optimism, "Master Sunshine" reminds readers of the beauty that surrounds us and the joy that awaits in every moment of life.
This is the story of a farm like no other. Officially designated as "Range 8 parts of Lots 9 and 10" of Eaton Township, Cookshire's Pine Hill Farm is unique in so many ways: its geographic features, the great variety of crops grown, the Noah's ark collection of animals raised, and the unusual woodpecker-like shape of the property.It is also the story of the five generations of the Bailey-Fraser family, who farmed this land over a period that spanned four centuries. During that time, they have tilled the fields, pampered the animals and toiled night and day to eke out a hard but honourable living on this land. The scope of the book is not limited to the history of my own ancestors, but rather it includes the important history of the First Nations peoples who preceded them on the land I call home.
![The Whaups of Durley. [A Novel.]](/covers/9781241371739.jpg)
The Whaups of Durley. [A Novel.]
William C Fraser
British Library, Historical Print Editions
2011
pokkari
Title: The Whaups of Durley. A novel.]Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The NOVELS OF THE 18th & 19th CENTURIES collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. The collection includes major and minor works from a period which saw the development and triumph of the English novel. These classics were written for a range of audiences and will engage any reading enthusiast. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++ British Library Fraser, William C.; 1895. xi. 262 p.; 8 . 012628.k.8.