Download or read book A History of the Modern Fact written by Mary Poovey and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2009-11-30 with total page 446 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did the fact become modernity's most favored unit of knowledge? How did description come to seem separable from theory in the precursors of economics and the social sciences? Mary Poovey explores these questions in A History of the Modern Fact, ranging across an astonishing array of texts and ideas from the publication of the first British manual on double-entry bookkeeping in 1588 to the institutionalization of statistics in the 1830s. She shows how the production of systematic knowledge from descriptions of observed particulars influenced government, how numerical representation became the privileged vehicle for generating useful facts, and how belief—whether figured as credit, credibility, or credulity—remained essential to the production of knowledge. Illuminating the epistemological conditions that have made modern social and economic knowledge possible, A History of the Modern Fact provides important contributions to the history of political thought, economics, science, and philosophy, as well as to literary and cultural criticism.
Download or read book 1000 Facts on Modern History written by John Farndon and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book I Used to Know That World History written by Emma Marriott and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-04-12 with total page 199 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It can be difficult to keep different historical events and figures straight in your head, which is why I Used to Know That: World History presents major episodes in history with short, easily understood sections. Among the people, movements, and events covered are: · Ancient Greece and Rome-Learn about the birth of democracy and the death of the Roman Republic · The Middle Ages-From the Crusades to the Hundred Years War and the signing of the Magna Carta to the Black Plague · The Renaissance-A cultural revival that changed art, poetry, learning, and religion forever · The Revolutionary War-How America became independent; George Washington, the “father of the nation” · The Age of Empire-European colonialism in Africa and Asia; American expansion and the Civil War · Wars of the 20th Century-World War I and World War II; Hitler, Stalin, Churchill, and Roosevelt; the Cold War; the rise and fall of fascism and communism Packed with important facts and sweeping overviews of historical events, I Used to Know That: World History is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the history of civilization and the geopolitical situation of today.
Download or read book Great facts a popular history of inventions during the present century written by Frederick Collier Bakewell and published by . This book was released on 1859 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Internet of Us Knowing More and Understanding Less in the Age of Big Data written by Michael P. Lynch and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2016-03-21 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An intelligent book that struggles honestly with important questions: Is the net turning us into passive knowers? Is it degrading our ability to reason? What can we do about this?" —David Weinberger, Los Angeles Review of Books We used to say "seeing is believing"; now, googling is believing. With 24/7 access to nearly all of the world’s information at our fingertips, we no longer trek to the library or the encyclopedia shelf in search of answers. We just open our browsers, type in a few keywords and wait for the information to come to us. Now firmly established as a pioneering work of modern philosophy, The Internet of Us has helped revolutionize our understanding of what it means to be human in the digital age. Indeed, demonstrating that knowledge based on reason plays an essential role in society and that there is more to “knowing” than just acquiring information, leading philosopher Michael P. Lynch shows how our digital way of life makes us value some ways of processing information over others, and thus risks distorting the greatest traits of mankind. Charting a path from Plato’s cave to Google Glass, the result is a necessary guide on how to navigate the philosophical quagmire that is the "Internet of Things."
Download or read book American History for Kids written by Stacia Deutsch and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-08-24 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interesting facts that teach kids ages 8 to 12 about American history Kids don't need long, boring textbooks to learn about history. Starting with America's earliest inhabitants in 20,000 BCE and finishing in the modern day, American History for Kids helps them explore America's past through memorable and exciting facts that they will love to share. This engaging look at American history for kids age 8-12 includes: 500 facts—This book introduces kids to many of the incredible things that have happened in America, one informative tidbit at a time. The complete timeline—Kids will learn all about important people, places, and events across thousands of years of American history. A leg up on learning—These facts provide kids with a head start on the topics they'll be covering in class, plus things they might not learn in school. Help history come alive with the incredible facts inside this top choice among American history books.
Download or read book The Great Book of Texas written by Bill O'Neill and published by . This book was released on 2018-03-05 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking to learn more about Texas? Sure, you've heard about the Alamo and JFK's assassination in history class, but there's so much about the Lone Star State that even natives don't know about. In this trivia book, you'll journey through Texas's history, pop culture, sports, folklore, and so much more!In The Great Book of Texas, some of the things you will learn include:- Which Texas hero isn't even from Texas?- Why is Texas called the Lone Star State?- Which hotel in Austin is one of the most haunted hotels in the United States?- Where was Bonnie and Clyde's hideout located?- Which Tejano musician is buried in Corpus Christi?- What unsolved mysteries happened in the state?- Which Texas-born celebrity was voted "Most Handsome" in high school?- Which popular TV show star just opened a brewery in Austin?Whether you consider yourself a Texas pro or you know absolutely nothing about the state, you'll learn something new as you discover more about the state's past, present, and future. Find out about things that weren't mentioned in your history book. In fact, you might even be able to impress your history teacher with your newfound knowledge once you've finished reading! So, what are you waiting for? Dive in now to learn all there is to know about the Lone Star State!
Download or read book Encyclopaedia Britannica written by Hugh Chisholm and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 1090 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eleventh edition was developed during the encyclopaedia's transition from a British to an American publication. Some of its articles were written by the best-known scholars of the time and it is considered to be a landmark encyclopaedia for scholarship and literary style.
Download or read book The Greatest Modern History written by Sir John Alexander Hammerton and published by 谷月社. This book was released on 2015-11-05 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: SAMUEL ELIOT History of the United States WILLIAM HICKLING PRESCOTT History of the Conquest of Mexico History of the Conquest of Peru EDWARD HYDE The History of the Rebellion LORD MACAULAY History of England HENRY BUCKLE History of Civilisation in England WALTER BAGEHOT The English Constitution VOLTAIRE The Age of Louis XIV DE TOCQUEVILLE The Old Régime FRANÇOIS MIGNET History of the French Revolution THOMAS CARLYLE History of the French Revolution LAMARTINE History of the Girondists HIPPOLYTE ADOLPHE TAINE The Modern Régime THOMAS CARLYLE Frederick the Great GEORGE FINLAY History of Greece J.L. MOTLEY The Rise of the Dutch Republic History of the United Netherlands MOUNTSTUART ELPHINSTONE The History of India VOLTAIRE Russia Under Peter the Great W.H. PRESCOTT The Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella VOLTAIRE History of Charles XII HENRY MILMAN, D.D. History of Latin Christianity LEOPOLD VON RANKE History of the Popes
Download or read book World History for Kids written by Brooke Khan and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-08-10 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Incredible world history facts for curious kids ages 8 to 12 Kids don't need long, boring textbooks to learn about history! Starting in 4000 BCE and finishing in the modern day, World History for Kids helps them explore the past through interesting and memorable facts that they can share with their friends and family. Help kids discover the story of the world with: 500 facts—This book teaches kids about many of the incredible things that have happened over the course of history, one informative tidbit at a time. A world of info—Kids will learn about people and places from all over the globe as this book takes them from ancient Mesopotamia to 20th century America. Middle school essentials—This top choice in history books for kids provides a head start on the topics they'll cover in class, plus things they might not learn in school. Bring history to life with the fascinating facts inside World History for Kids.
Download or read book The Great American History Fact finder written by Pam Cornelison and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2004 with total page 626 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Over 2,000 entries covering the who, what, where, when and why of U.S. history."--Thumbnail.
Download or read book Addresses 1900 1911 written by Whitelaw Reid and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Leading Facts of New Mexican History written by Ralph Emerson Twitchell and published by Sunstone Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 717 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As an avid supporter of New Mexico statehood, the author argued the territorys case for elevated political status, celebrated its final victory in 1912, and even designed New Mexicos first state flag in 1915. This reprint of his 1911 edition serves as a tribute to the states centennial celebration of 2012.
Download or read book Library of Universal History written by Israel Smith Clare and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 760 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Leading Facts of New Mexican History Vol II Hardcover written by Ralph Emerson Twitchell and published by Sunstone Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 830 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Historians have long admired Ralph Emerson Twitchell's "The Leading Facts of New Mexican History," considered the first major history of the state. Put succinctly by former State Historian Robert J. Tórrez, Twitchell's work (of which this is one of the first two volumes Sunstone Press is reprinting in its Southwest Heritage Series) has "become the standard by which all subsequent books on New Mexico history are measured." As Twitchell wrote in the preface of his first volume, his goal in writing "The Leading Facts" was to respond to the "pressing need" for a history of New Mexico with a commitment to "accuracy of statement, simplicity of style, and impartiality of treatment." Ralph Emerson Twitchell was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on November 29, 1859. Arriving in New Mexico when he was twenty-three, he immediately became involved in political and civic activities. In 1885 he helped organize a new territorial militia in Santa Fe and saw active duty in western New Mexico. Later appointed judge advocate of the Territorial Militia, he attained the rank of colonel, a title he was proud to use for the rest of his life. By 1893 he was elected the mayor of Santa Fe and, thereafter, district attorney of Santa Fe County. Twitchell probably promoted New Mexico as much as any single New Mexican of his generation. An avid supporter of New Mexico statehood, he argued the territory's case for elevated political status, celebrated its final victory in 1912, and even designed New Mexico's first state flag in 1915. Just as Twitchell's first edition in 1912 helped celebrate New Mexico's entry into statehood in 1912, the newest edition of the text and illustrations serves as a tribute to the state's centennial celebration of 2012. In the apt words of an editorial in the "Santa Fe New Mexican" at the time of Twitchell's death in 1925: "As press agent for the best things of New Mexico, her traditions, history, beauty, glamour, scenery, archaeology, and material resources, he was indefatigable and efficient."
Download or read book Britannic Researches Or New Facts and Rectifications of Ancient British History written by Beale Poste and published by London : J.R. Smith. This book was released on 1853 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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