Download or read book The Most Notable Antiquity of Great Britain Vulgarly Called Stonehenge 1655 written by Inigo Jones and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The most notable Antiquity of Great Britain vulgarly called Stone Heng on Salisbury Plain written by Inigo Jones and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-11-05 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England. It is one of the most famous landmarks in the United Kingdom and is believed to have been constructed from 3000 BC to 2000 BC.
Download or read book The Most Notable Antiquity of Great Britain Vulgarly Called Stone Henge on Salisbury Plain written by Inigo Jones and published by Literary Licensing, LLC. This book was released on 2014-03-29 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is A New Release Of The Original 1655 Edition.
Download or read book The Quest for an Appropriate Past in Literature Art and Architecture written by and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2018-10-16 with total page 818 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume explores the various strategies by which appropriate pasts were construed in scholarship, literature, art, and architecture in order to create “national”, regional, or local identities in late medieval and early modern Europe. Because authority was based on lineage, political and territorial claims were underpinned by historical arguments, either true or otherwise. Literature, scholarship, art, and architecture were pivotal media that were used to give evidence of the impressive old lineage of states, regions, or families. These claims were related not only to classical antiquity but also to other periods that were regarded as antiquities, such as the Middle Ages, especially the chivalric age. The authors of this volume analyse these intriguing early modern constructions of “antiquity” and investigate the ways in which they were applied in political, intellectual and artistic contexts in the period of 1400–1700. Contributors include: Barbara Arciszewska, Bianca De Divitiis, Karl Enenkel, Hubertus Günther, Thomas Haye, Harald Hendrix, Stephan Hoppe, Marc Laureys, Frédérique Lemerle, Coen Maas, Anne-Françoise Morel, Kristoffer Neville, Konrad Ottenheym, Yves Pauwels, Christian Peters, Christoph Pieper, David Rijser, Bernd Roling, Nuno Senos, Paul Smith, Pieter Vlaardingerbroek, and Matthew Walker.
Download or read book The Designs of Inigo Jones written by Inigo Jones and published by . This book was released on 1737 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Tour Through the Whole Island of Great Britain written by Daniel Defoe and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Observations on the principal cities, ports and geographical features, customs, manners, and inhabitants of early eighteenth-century Britain
Download or read book Utter Antiquity written by Arthur B. Ferguson and published by Duke University Press. This book was released on 1993 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Since the Bible left little room for speculation on prehistory - in fact, no room at all for the concept itself - this study concentrates on myth and legend outside of the biblical context and on those who conjured prehistory out of these sources. A subtle conflict between belief and skepticism emerges from these pages, as Ferguson reveals how some Renaissance writers struggled with the ancient explanations that flouted reason and experience, while others sidestepped such doubts by relating prehistory to man's social evolution. By isolating and analyzing such topics as euhemerism (the interpretation of myths as traditional accounts of historical events and persons), skepticism, rationalism, and poetic history, Ferguson clarifies Renaissance attempts to find in poetic expression a way of "mediating" between a version of the past preserved in myth and legend and one that might square with historical scholarship." "Written in an accessible and eloquent style, Utter Antiquity illuminates the development of historical consciousness in early modern England, and, in doing so, contributes significantly to an understanding of the Renaissance mind."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book A Biographical History of England from Egbert the Great to the Revolution Characters Disposed in Different Classes a Methodical Catalogue a Variety of Anecdotes with a Preface by the Rev J Granger Vol 1 6 written by and published by . This book was released on 1824 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Diary of Samuel Pepys written by Samuel Pepys and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Biographical History of England from Egbert the Great to the Revolution Consisting of Characters Disposed in Different Classes and Adapted to a Methodical Catalogue of Engraved British Heads by the Rev J Granger The Third Edition with Large Additions and Improvements written by James Granger and published by . This book was released on 1779 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Greatest Collection of all Time Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians by Martin Luther and The Diary of Samuel Pepys Complete by Samuel Pepys written by Martin Luther and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-09-25 with total page 3127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delve into Spiritual Insight and Historical Intrigue: Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians by Martin Luther & The Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete by Samuel Pepys Embark on a journey through the realms of religious enlightenment and historical fascination with this remarkable 2 Ebook combo. From Martin Luther's profound theological commentary to Samuel Pepys' firsthand account of life in 17th-century England, this collection offers a captivating exploration of both spiritual and historical significance. Book 1: Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians by Martin Luther: A Landmark Work of Reformation Theology. Enter the theological world of Martin Luther as he expounds upon the Epistle to the Galatians with depth and insight. In this seminal work, Luther lays out his foundational beliefs on faith, grace, and salvation, challenging the established doctrines of his time and igniting the flames of the Protestant Reformation. With clarity and conviction, Luther's commentary continues to inspire and provoke thought centuries after its publication. Book 2: The Diary of Samuel Pepys — Complete by Samuel Pepys: An Intimate Portrait of 17th-Century England. Step into the vibrant world of Restoration England with Samuel Pepys' meticulously detailed diary. Through Pepys' eyes, readers are transported to the bustling streets of London, the corridors of power, and the intimate moments of daily life. From political intrigue to personal triumphs and tribulations, Pepys' diary offers a fascinating glimpse into the social, cultural, and political landscape of his time. Prepare to be captivated by the depth of insight and the richness of historical detail within these literary treasures. Will you explore the theological wisdom of Martin Luther, or immerse yourself in the vivid tapestry of Samuel Pepys' diary? The choice is yours. Embark on a Journey of Spiritual Enlightenment and Historical Discovery! As you delve into the pages of this captivating 2 Ebook combo, consider this: Are you ready to delve into the theological depths with Martin Luther and uncover the secrets of 17th-century England with Samuel Pepys? Join Luther and Pepys on a journey of spiritual enlightenment and historical discovery, and immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom and fascinating narratives that await. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity - Begin Your Journey of Insight and Discovery Today!
Download or read book The Antiquary written by Kelsey Jackson Williams and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2016-07-28 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Aubrey (1626-1697), antiquary, natural philosopher, and virtuoso, is best-remembered today for his Brief Lives, biographies of his contemporaries filled with luminous detail which have been mined for anecdotes by generations of scholars. However, Aubrey was much more than merely the hand behind an invaluable source of biographical material; he was also the author of thousands of pages of manuscript notebooks covering everything from the origins of Stonehenge to the evolution of folklore. Kelsey Jackson Williams explores these manuscripts in full for the first time and in doing so illuminates the intricacies of Aubrey's investigations into Britain's past. The Antiquary is both a major new study of an important early modern writer and a significant intervention in the developing historiography of antiquarianism. It discusses the key aspects of Aubrey's work in a series of linked chapters on archaeology, architecture, biography, folklore, and philology, concluding with a revisionist interpretation of Aubrey's antiquarian writings. While covering a wide variety of scholarly territory, it remains rooted in the common thread of Aubrey's own intellectual development and the continual interaction between his texts as he studied, discovered, revised, and rewrote them across four decades. Its conclusions not only substantially reshape our understanding of Aubrey and his works, but also provide new understandings of the methodologies, ambitions, and achievements of antiquarianism across early modern Europe.
Download or read book Architecture and Mathematics from Antiquity to the Future written by Kim Williams and published by Birkhäuser. This book was released on 2015-02-11 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every age and every culture has relied on the incorporation of mathematics in their works of architecture to imbue the built environment with meaning and order. Mathematics is also central to the production of architecture, to its methods of measurement, fabrication and analysis. This two-volume edited collection presents a detailed portrait of the ways in which two seemingly different disciplines are interconnected. Over almost 100 chapters it illustrates and examines the relationship between architecture and mathematics. Contributors of these chapters come from a wide range of disciplines and backgrounds: architects, mathematicians, historians, theoreticians, scientists and educators. Through this work, architecture may be seen and understood in a new light, by professionals as well as non-professionals. Volume II covers architecture from the Late Renaissance era, through Baroque, Ottoman, Enlightenment, Modern and contemporary styles and approaches. Key figures covered in this volume include Palladio, Michelangelo, Borromini, Sinan, Wren, Wright, Le Corbusier, Breuer, Niemeyer and Kahn. Mathematical themes which are considered include linear algebra, tiling and fractals and the geographic span of the volume’s content includes works in the United States of America and Australia, in addition to those in Europe and Asia.
Download or read book Mortal Gods written by Ted H. Miller and published by Penn State Press. This book was released on 2015-06-13 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to the commonly accepted view, Thomas Hobbes began his intellectual career as a humanist, but his discovery, in midlife, of the wonders of geometry initiated a critical transition from humanism to the scientific study of politics. In Mortal Gods, Ted Miller radically revises this view, arguing that Hobbes never ceased to be a humanist. While previous scholars have made the case for Hobbes as humanist by looking to his use of rhetoric, Miller rejects the humanism/mathematics dichotomy altogether and shows us the humanist face of Hobbes’s affinity for mathematical learning and practice. He thus reconnects Hobbes with the humanists who admired and cultivated mathematical learning—and with the material fruits of Great Britain’s mathematical practitioners. The result is a fundamental recasting of Hobbes’s project, a recontextualization of his thought within early modern humanist pedagogy and the court culture of the Stuart regimes. Mortal Gods stands as a new challenge to contemporary political theory and its settled narratives concerning politics, rationality, and violence.
Download or read book Stonehenge written by John North and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-09-10 with total page 666 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Argues that Stonehenge's scientific purpose was to observe the setting midwinter sun, and that astronomical observations made by the ancient Britons were as rational and methodical as they are today.
Download or read book Tudoresque written by Andrew Ballantyne and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its distinctive gables and arches, Tudor-style architecture is recognized around the world as a symbol of British culture; it represents the idea of home to British citizens in the United Kingdom and abroad. Some love it, others hate it, but the Tudoresque is still being built—to give a house an old-fashioned air or to create a sense of exotica. Yet few people know anything about how Tudor Revival buildings came to be. To fill this gap is Tudoresque, an insightful book that explores the origin of the style, tracing its roots to the antiquarian enthusiasms of the eighteenth century. It looks at the Tudoresque cottage style, which later influenced 1930s architecture, and the Tudor-style manor house, particularly favored in the nineteenth century. While the style has been discouraged since the 1920s (and is especially reviled by modernists) it continues to be a popular choice—particularly when the architect doesn’t have the upper hand. The authors here show how the style is the mainstream of twentieth-century British architecture and explore how it has travelled abroad. From Tudor Village in Queens to Stan Hywet Hall in Akron to Malaysia, Shanghai, and Singapore, Tudor Revival has found a comfortable home across the globe. These black and white gabled buildings are important not so much because they are great architecture, but because they are everywhere. Illustrated with images from more than 200 years of the Tudor Revival, and including examples from Britain, America, India and East Asia, this knowledgable and entertaining book will be an indispensable guide to the one of the world’s most iconic architectural styles.
Download or read book The Diary of Samuel Pepys written by Samuel Pepys and published by anboco. This book was released on 2016-08-14 with total page 3474 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Samuel Pepys PRS, MP, JP was an English naval administrator and Member of Parliament who is most famous for the diary that he kept for a decade while still a relatively young man. Pepys had no maritime experience, but he rose to be the Chief Secretary to the Admiralty under both King Charles II and King James II through patronage, hard work, and his talent for administration. His influence and reforms at the Admiralty were important in the early professionalisation of the Royal Navy. The detailed private diary that Pepys kept from 1660 until 1669 was first published in the 19th century and is one of the most important primary sources for the English Restoration period. It provides a combination of personal revelation and eyewitness accounts of great events, such as the Great Plague of London, the Second Dutch War, and the Great Fire of London.
