Volume 121 of the Proceedings of the British Academy contains 12 lectures delivered at the British Academy in 2002.
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Sixteen obituaries of recently deceased Fellows of the British Academy: Peter Birks; Lord Dacre of Glanton; William Frend; John Gallagher; Philip Grierson; Stuart Hampsire; William McKane; Sir Malcolm Pasley; Ben Pimlott; Robert Pring-Mill; John Stevens, Peter Strawson; Sir William Wade; Alan Williams; Sir Bernard Williams and John Wymer.
Volume 151 of the Proceedings of the British Academy contains 15 Lectures delivered at the British Academy in 2006. From consideration of Einstein, to discussions of coercion and consent in Nazi Germany, and judicial independence.
This volume presents studies of military commemorative practices in Western culture, from 5th-century BC Greece, through two World Wars, to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This new comparative approach reveals that the distant past has had a lasting influence on commemorative practice in modern times.
In The Making and Unmaking of Empires P. J. Marshall, distinguished author of numerous books on the British Empire and former Rhodes Professor of Imperial History, provides a unified interpretation of British imperial history in the later eighteenth century. He brings together into a common focus Britain's loss of empire in North America and the winning of territorial dominion in parts of India and argues that these developments were part of a single phase of Britain's imperial history, rather than marking the closing of a 'first' Atlantic empire and the rise of a 'second' eastern one. In both India and North America Britain pursued similar objectives in this period. Fearful of the apparent enmity of France, Britain sought to secure the interests overseas which were thought to contribute so much to her wealth and power. This involved imposing a greater degree of control over colonies in America and over the East India Company and its new possessions in India. Aspirations to greater control also reflected an increasing confidence in Britain's capacity to regulate the affairs of subject peoples, especially through parliament. If British objectives throughout the world were generally similar, whether they could be achieved depended on the support or at least acquiescence of those they tried to rule. Much of this book is concerned with bringing together the findings of the rich historical writing on both post-Mughal India and late colonial America to assess the strengths and weaknesses of empire in different parts of the world. In North America potential allies who were closely linked to Britain in beliefs, culture and economic interest were ultimately alienated by Britain's political pretensions. Empire was extremely fragile in two out of the three main Indian settlements. In Bengal, however, the British achieved a modus vivendi with important groups which enabled them to build a secure base for the future subjugation of the subcontinent.
In The Making and Unmaking of Empires P. J. Marshall, distinguished author of numerous books on the British Empire and former Rhodes Professor of Imperial History, provides a unified interpretation of British imperial history in the later eighteenth century. He brings together into a common focus Britain's loss of empire in North America and the winning of territorial dominion in parts of India and argues that these developments were part of a single phase of Britain's imperial history, rather than marking the closing of a 'first' Atlantic empire and the rise of a 'second' eastern one. In both India and North America Britain pursued similar objectives in this period. Fearful of the apparent enmity of France, Britain sought to secure the interests overseas which were thought to contribute so much to her wealth and power. This involved imposing a greater degree of control over colonies in America and over the East India Company and its new possessions in India. Aspirations to greater control also reflected an increasing confidence in Britain's capacity to regulate the affairs of subject peoples, especially through parliament. If British objectives throughout the world were generally similar, whether they could be achieved depended on the support or at least acquiescence of those they tried to rule. Much of this book is concerned with bringing together the findings of the rich historical writing on both post-Mughal India and late colonial America to assess the strengths and weaknesses of empire in different parts of the world. In North America potential allies who were closely linked to Britain in beliefs, culture and economic interest were ultimately alienated by Britain's political pretensions. Empire was extremely fragile in two out of the three main Indian settlements. In Bengal, however, the British achieved a modus vivendi with important groups which enabled them to build a secure base for the future subjugation of the subcontinent. With the authority of one who has made the study of empire his life's work, Marshall provides a valuable resource for scholar and student alike.
The techniques available for the chemical analysis of silicate without an appreciation of what happens in between. rocks have undergone a revolution over the last 30 years. However, to use an analytical technique most effectively, No longer is the analytical balance the only instrument used it is essential to understand its analytical characteristics, in for quantitative measurement, as it was in the days of classi particular the excitation mechanism and the response of the cal gravimetric procedures. A wide variety of instrumental signal detection system. In this book, these characteristics techniques is now commonly used for silicate rock analysis, have been described within a framework of practical ana including some that incorporate excitation sources and detec lytical aplications, especially for the routine multi-element tion systems that have been developed only in the last few analysis of silicate rocks. All analytical techniques available years. These instrumental developments now permit a wide for routine silicate rock analysis are discussed, including range of trace elements to be determined on a routine basis. some more specialized procedures. Sufficient detail is In parallel with these exciting advances, users have tended included to provide practitioners of geochemistry with a firm to become more remote from the data production process. base from which to assess current performance, and in some This is, in part, an inevitable result of the widespread intro cases, future developments.
Just My Thoughts and Ideas is a book of poems where the author, P.J. Victor, decides to open up and share with us his beliefs. As the title indicates, they are his thoughts and ideas of the day when he wrote each particular piece. His inspirations were in fact personal things he saw happening in his life or around him. They are an accumulation of poems he started writing at the age of seventeen. We never know when we shall be inspired. It may be through a casual conversation with friends, overhearing someone else's conversation, a personal experience, or that of someone close to you where the ideas are born. At times it's just a word, a sentence or an idea. For whatever reason it resonates with you, and you feel compelled to elaborate on the topic. What this Canadian author shows us in his first book is that not all men are scared to show a sensitive side of themselves. Being very sentimental in some of his writings, Victor shows a vulnerability most men shy away from. In this book he demonstrates that he is clearly in touch with his emotions. Through experiences of friends and relationships, P.J. Victor opens up to us on how he views things in his ideal world.
Do you believe in ghosts - or more to the point do you believe in pony and horse ghosts? Here you can read about the ghosts of ponies and horses that haunt, bring comfort, rescue, protect, defend and even terrorise. From the spectral white stallion, Stormrider, who guards the moors, the Flying Horse called Pegasus, the little mare that carries the Demon Child on his mission of vengeance, the Wish Pony who visits sick children, the Pit Pony who returns to the miner who saved his life, the horse that carried the king into his last battle, the pony who saved her rider's life even after her own death, the little pony that came back for the dying Dancing Girl and many more haunting tales. They are all here with stories that will thrill, amuse and even scare you. Twenty-one new and original stories of Ghost Ponies and Ghost Horses.
When Dawn awakens from her icy slumber, she can't recall who she is or how she became a prisoner of Eden Laboratories. But her uncontrollable power and the hope of belonging to a family compel her to act. Fast. But there is something dark that lingers beneath her skin and it will do whatever it takes to ensure Dawn never reaches her goal. Dawn must overcome her demons before they overcome her and she loses sight of the world around her.
Nine year old Luna Van Doran is sold to a Circus after a series of unfortunate events. She is immune to a life of neglect and pain, but nothing can prepare her for what happens once she enters. With a Circus built from the darkest minds the world has to offer, things aren't as magical as they might seem. From a crippled Ringleader to a demonic Puppeteer, Luna can trust nobody, even herself.With the power to raise an army she must find a way to break free from the Circus before it's too late, and the world she knows is destroyed.
After Avangeline Nightingale is chosen by a demonic Prince to sire his child, her life as a barmaid would never be the same.With countless attempts to escape the castle, Avangeline is given a choice, to give birth and be allowed to leave, or be a prisoner for the rest of her life. But things are not as they seem when she accepts. The demonic prince she damned to hell is hiding secrets of his own. Ones that would crack the earth beneath her very feet.
There is no pain like that of a first love broken heart, no guilt like betrayal...The peace of suburbia is shattered when two burglars discover a body wrapped in a duvet cover, a portion removed to reveal the victim's face. DI James Smallwood and DS Rachael Read, set out to catch the killer; but as more bodies pile up, wrapped in their mysterious shrouds, the pressure on Jim and his team intensifies. What links the victims? Why are only their faces revealed? and how can DI Smallwood stop this horrific killing spree?If you enjoy a fast-paced crime thriller; this will keep you gripped until the very last page.....
Penny Kimber's second collection of both traditional and modern verse explores life with humour and brutal honesty
Nightclubs are closing at such a rate in Britain - down from an estimated 4,200 in 1994 to around 1,700 in 2017 - that they could soon be a relic of a bygone age. This book is set in the period from the mid 1970's to the mid 1980's. The country was emerging from a time of grim austerity with industrial strikes and the imposed 3-day working week. People still needed to enjoy themselves, though, and with pubs back then closing at 11 pm, many found their fun at the nightclub during this golden age of disco. What was it like to be a part of it all? This is an account of one young man's journey through clubland, experiencing the glamour and hedonism, and inevitably finding love. But, there was also the harsh life behind the scenes: the daily grind, constant insecurity, and the threat of physical violence. With its tales of love and laughter, tears and tragedy, this is a unique insight into a social and cultural aspect of British life that could soon be gone forever.
A soft, cuddly Bible that children age 2–5 can call their very own!The Little Bunny’s Bible is a soft and cuddly Bible covered in plush gray faux fur and is the perfect size for little ones. Throughout this sweet book, little ones learn that they’re loved and cared for by God as they hear about God’s faithfulness in stories from the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. With sweet, rhyming text and colorful illustrations, this soft and cuddly character storybook Bible is sure to become a classic with preschoolers.Little Bunny’s Bible:Features a plush gray cover and packaged in a plastic bag with snap closureBoard book perfect for little hearts and handsPerfect for parent-child lap time and bedtime readingIncludes both Old and New Testament Stories
As a follow up to their bestselling Thank You, Lord, for Everything, P.J. Lyons and Tim Warnes have created a sweet and relaxing padded cover board book that tells the story of God’s constant presence around you. Meant to be read at night, when a child is warm and snug in their bed, the rhyming text and adorable illustrations in God Is Watching Over You gently remind us that God is constantly watching over us, protecting us, and caring for us.