the french riviera a cultural history paperback

The French Riviera: A Cultural History (Paperback)

The French Riviera conjures up images of yachts on an azure blue sea; the dark green of pines and swaying palms; sports cars on the Corniche roads; the Monte Carlo casino and the Cannes film festival. But as Julian Hale reveals in this fascinating volume,there is another Riviera. Above Monaco towers a ruined reminder of Roman power,the Emperor Augustus' Trophy of the Alps. Monuments to Napoleon and Maginot Line forts testify to turbulent times,while statues and gravestones recall the belle Epoque. Church

The Invention of Art: A Cultural History (Paperback)

With The Invention of Art,Larry Shiner challenges our conventional understandings of art and asks us to reconsider its history entirely,arguing that the category of fine art is a modern invention—that the lines drawn between art and craft resulted from key social transformations in Europe during the long eighteenth century. "Shiner spent over a decade honing what he calls 'a brief history of the idea of art.' This carefully prepared and—given the extent and complexity of what he's

The Cultural Turn in U. S. History Past, Present, and Future

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: James W Cook Lawrence B Glickman Michael O Malley, PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, NA Buy Now

The Curious History of the Crossword (Paperback)

marks the 100th anniversary of the crossword puzzle. Journalist Arthur Wynne had wanted to devise a new game for the back of the newspaper back in ,so he created a diamond grid and called it a “Word-Cross,” and thus the first crossword puzzle was born. Editor and crossword constructor Ben Tausig examines the curious history of the world’s most addictive game and its unusual upbringing. Accompanied by 100 unique and challenging puzzles from the past 100 years,he examines the evo

The Knights Templar: A Secret History (Paperback)

History,legend and conspiracy meet in the tales of the Knights Templar. Warriors,bankers,magicians and heretics,they were officially disbanded in ,but they continue to influence the world to the present day. Within these pages,readers will discover not only the warrior monks of the Crusades,but also the legends and rumors of later ages. What secret did the Templars uncover beneath the Temple of Solomon,and how did it make them so powerful that kings and Popes feared them? What is their link to t

Cultural History of Reading [2 volumes]

Cultural History of Reading [2 volumes]: What is it about some books that makes them timeless Cultural History of Reading looks at books from their earliest beginnings through the present day, in both the U.S. and regions all over the world. Not only fiction and literature, but religious works, dictionaries, scientific works, and home guides such as Mrs. Beeton's all have had an impact on not only their own time and place, but continue to capture the attention of readers today. Volume 1 examines the history of books in regions throughout the world, identifying both literature and nonfiction that was influenced by cultural events of its time. Volume 2 identifies books from the pre-colonial era to the present day that have had lasting significance in the United States. History students and book lovers alike will enjoy discovering the books that have impacted our world.

Natural and Moral History of the Indies (Paperback)

The Natural and Moral History of the Indies,the classic work of New World history originally published by Jose de Acosta in ,is now available in the first new English translation to appear in several hundred years. A Spanish Jesuit,Acosta produced this account by drawing on his own observations as a missionary in Peru and Mexico,as well as from the writings of other missionaries,naturalists,and soldiers who explored the region during the sixteenth century. One of the first comprehensiv

Discovering Religious History in the Modern Age (Paperback)

This book makes an unparalleled attempt to analyze the rise of comparative religion as a particular response to modernization. In the mid-nineteenth century and continuing into the twentieth,Western scholars began to interpret religion's history,drawing on prehistorical evidence,recently deciphered texts,and ethnographical reports. Religions that had been rejected as irrational by Enlightenment philosophers were now studied with enthusiasm. Using comparative methods,scholars identified in their own

The Penguin History of Britain: The Struggle for Mastery: Britain Paperback – 26 Aug

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GCSE History Schools History Project Revision Guide, CGP Books Paperback Book

GCSE History Schools History Project Revision Guide, CGP Books Paperback Book Excellent study book for GCSE History School Project or simply to learn the subject. Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Organizational Trust: A Cultural Perspective (Paperback)

The globalized nature of modern organizations presents new and intimidating challenges for effective relationship building. Organizations and their employees are increasingly being asked to manage unfamiliar relationships with unfamiliar parties. These relationships involve not only working across different national cultures,but also dealing with different organizational cultures,different professional cultures and even different internal constituencies. Managing such differences demands trust. This book

A Social and Cultural History of Early Modern France

William Beik great source for history modules on early modern france (key textbook for Uni of Leeds 2nd year module Most Christian Kings)

Ancient Greek Letter Writing: A Cultural History (600 BC-

In this volume,Ceccarelli offers a history of the development of letter writing in ancient Greece from the archaic to the early Hellenistic period. Highlighting the specificity of letter-writing,as opposed to other forms of communication and writing,the volume looks at documentary letters,but also traces the role of embedded letters in the texts of the ancient historians,in drama,and in the speeches of the orators. While a letter is in itself the transcription of an oral message and,as such,c

Modern Europe a history from the French Revolution to the present

A history of modern Europe from the French Revolution to the present by John Merriman A history of modern Europe volume one from the renaissance to the age of napoleon Used condition £5.00 for both Cash only Pick up only Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Heaven On Earth The Official History of Reading F.C. - Paperback Book

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Cultural Criticism: A Primer of Key Concepts (Paperback)

In this guide to cultural criticism,Arthur Asa Berger presents complex concepts in jargon-free language,making the book an ideal introductory text. It covers the key theorists,concepts,and subject areas,from literary,sociological and psychoanalytical theories of semiotics and Marxism. Berger brings cultural criticism to life by making these theories relevant to see students' lives. Illustrating his explanations with excerpts from classic works,Berger gives readers a sense of the style of important

Large Book History of the French Army

Really good French book, with great illustration s, all written in French, so might be good for French teacher, Collect in CHUDLEIGH KNIGHTON Ad ID: Delivery Service Consumer Credit

Justin McCarthy - The French Revolution & A History of Our

1. "The French Revolution", by Justin McCarthy - Chatto & Windus, London - edition - Vol I, II and IV - 950p, 14cmx12cm - condition: good, some wear to boards; Half calf leather binding, with highly decorated gilt spine. Cloth boards, Marbled edges & endpapers. McCarthy's famous work on the history of the French revolution2. "A history of our own times", by Justin McCarthy - Chatto & Windus, London - edition - Vol II and III - 593p, 14cmx12cm - ondition: good, some wear to boards; Half calf leather binding, with highly decorated gilt spine. Cloth boards, Marbled edges & endpapers. McCarthy's major work "History of Our Own Times" () was an enormously popular account of Britain during the reign of Queen Victoria, written from a Liberal point of view.Also covering some major UK wars, incl. the Crimean War Read More

  Cultural Traditions in Australia (Cultural

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The Cultural Construction of the British World (Hardcover)

This book brings together original research by eleven distinguished historians who explore the cultural factors that helped to build and sustain a British world-system between the eighteenth and twentieth centuries. Taking an expansive view of culture,the book considers such ranging topics as images of nakedness,transnational networks,literary criticism,travel narratives,humanitarianism,legal cultures,anti-slavery,visions of capitalism,and household possessions. Collectively,these chapters demonst

"THE OLD SESSIONS HOUSE HISTORY OF THE LONDON MASONIC CENTRE - ITS SETTING AND ITS HISTORY" BOOK NEW

BRAND NEW Author: Len Cacutt Hardcover: 124 pages Publisher: Central London Masonic Centre Ltd; First Edition edition (26 Feb. ) Language: English ISBN-10: ISBN-- Package Dimensions: 24.6 x 17.4 x 1.2 cm

Ribtec - Riviera 550 - Yamaha F100 & Trailer - As New, full service history, Only 76 hours engine hr

Ribtec Riviera 550 RIB powered by a Yamaha F100 on an Indespension Roller Coaster trailer. Supplied new by BHG Marine in and with only 76 hours recorded. Full service history, maintained by BHG Marine from new. Last serviced in February . Presented in excellent condition, having been dry stored in a garage from new and never left afloat. Never antifouled and all original gelcoat. Great specification: White hypalon tubes with beige wear patches Simulated teak decking Heavy duty A-frame 2x double jockey seats 3 person aft bench seat Mooring bollard Anchor locker Hydraulic steering Automatic bilge pump Navigation lights Electronics: Garmin GPSMap 451S GPS plotter and sonar Icom DSC VHF radio Fusion iPod stereo system Yamaha digital instrumentation Our rib is as new, with lots of extras added from new. Any questions, drop me a line. Many thanks Ad ID: Delivery Services Consumer Credit

GCSE HISTORY AQA B: MODERN WORLD HISTORY THE REVISION GUIDE

GCSE HISTORY AQA B MODERN WORLD HISTORY REVISION GUIDE Excellent Condition No writing inside Collection only

Interested in history/social history/humour of the 1st world

11 volumes of Punch from to . Social and military history and humour of the period. Buyer collects

History; Lot with 2 books on the military history of England

Volume 1.H.R. Clinton, From Crécy to Assye: being Five Centuries of the Military History of England.with original plans and maps.Frederick Warne [publisher] ca.s.xix, 699 pages. Hardcover 19.5 x 14.5 cm. Very good condition.Full calf prize binding. Raised bands, decorative panels.Morocco title label, gilt border on cover + school gilt emblem.Presentation bookplate on inside front endpaper.Marbled endpapers and page edges.Frontispiece with tissue-guard + Illustrations + maps.Slight foxing to title pages otherwise a very lovely volume..Volume 2.W. Clark Russell, Horatio Nelsonand the Naval Supremacy of England.G. P. Putman's Sons [publisher] st edition.Heroes of the Nation series.xiv, 359 pages. Hardcover 19.5 x 14 cm. Very good condition.Full calf prize binding, raised bands, decorative panels.Morocco title label, gilt dentelle on covers + school emblem.Presentation bookplate on inside endpaper.Marbled endpapers and page edges.Frontispiece with tisses-guard + illustrations + portrait plates.Mild foxing and paper blemish on page 204 [text very readable] A lovely and complementary collectible set.Shipped and insured by recorded delivery. Read More

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