The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.The Age of Enlightenment profoundly enriched religious and philosophical understanding and continues to influence present-day thinking. Works collected here include masterpieces by David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as religious sermons and moral debates on the issues of the day, such as the slave trade. The Age of Reason saw conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism transformed into one between faith and logic -- a debate that continues in the twenty-first century.++++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 LibraryT086301The initial leaf is an explanation of the plate. The second pp. 67-68 have their pagination enclosed in square brackets.London: printed by J. Rozea, printer to the Society, 1784. 2], iv, xii,68,67-459, 1]p., plate; 4
The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its determination to preserve the century of revolution, Gale initiated a revolution of its own: digitization of epic proportions to preserve these invaluable works in the largest archive of its kind. Now for the first time these high-quality digital copies of original 18th century manuscripts are available in print, making them highly accessible to libraries, undergraduate students, and independent scholars.The Age of Enlightenment profoundly enriched religious and philosophical understanding and continues to influence present-day thinking. Works collected here include masterpieces by David Hume, Immanuel Kant, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau, as well as religious sermons and moral debates on the issues of the day, such as the slave trade. The Age of Reason saw conflict between Protestantism and Catholicism transformed into one between faith and logic -- a debate that continues in the twenty-first century.++++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 LibraryT085410Titlepage in red and black. Beneath the imprint: 'In the vulgar year of masonry 5738.' - With a final leaf of corridenda and advertisements.London: printed for Brothers C sar Ward and Richard Chandler; and sold at their shops in York, and at Scarborough-Spaw, 1738. x, 2],230, 2]p.: ill.; 4
The Reinforced Masonry Engineering Handbook provides the coefficients, tables, charts, and design data required for the design of reinforced masonry structures. This edition improves and expands upon previous editions, complying with the current Uniform Building Code and paralleling the growth of reinforced masonry engineering.Discussions include:materials strength of masonry assemblies loads lateral forces reinforcing steel movement joints waterproofing masonry structures and products formulas for reinforced masonry design retaining walls and moreThis comprehensive, useful book serves as an exceptional resource for designers, contractors, builders, and civil engineers involved in reinforced masonry - eliminating repetitious and routine calculations as well as reducing the time for masonry design.
Railway Masonry and Bridge Foundations is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1883. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
James Harrod, a contemporary of Daniel Boone, George Rogers Clark, Simon Kenton, and others, was a hunter, woodsman, and soldier in the Virginia, Ohio, & Kentucky frontiers. He fought in the French and Indian War, Lord Dunsmore's Indian Campaigns, and countless other border skirmishes. In 1774, he founded the first American settlement in Kentucky, now known as Harrodsburg. In 1792 he left on a hunting expedition and was never seen again. Originally published in 1951, this biography was written by a descendant, Kathryn Harrod Mason. It remains today the fullest account of the frontiersman's life.
Masonry In Texas: Background, History And Influence To 1846 is a comprehensive book written by James David Carter that explores the origins, evolution, and impact of Freemasonry in Texas up until 1846. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the Masonic lodges, their members, and their influence on the political, social, and cultural landscape of Texas during the early years of its history. The author delves into the background of Freemasonry, its principles, and its practices, and how it spread across Texas in the 19th century. He examines the role of Masonic lodges in the formation of the Republic of Texas, the Texas Revolution, and the early years of statehood. The book also sheds light on the prominent Masons who played a significant role in shaping the history of Texas, including Sam Houston, Stephen F. Austin, and Mirabeau B. Lamar. The author provides a detailed account of their involvement in Masonic activities and how their Masonic beliefs influenced their actions and decisions.Overall, Masonry In Texas: Background, History And Influence To 1846 is a fascinating read that offers a unique perspective on the history of Texas through the lens of Freemasonry. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Texas, Freemasonry, or both.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
