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Book Synopsis Artisans of Glory by : Orest A. Ranum
Download or read book Artisans of Glory written by Orest A. Ranum and published by Chapel Hill : University of North Carolina Press. This book was released on 1980 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Artisans of Glory: Writers and Historical Thought in Seventeenth-Century France
Book Synopsis Publishing The Prince by : Jacob Soll
Download or read book Publishing The Prince written by Jacob Soll and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2010-03-11 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As new ideas arose during the Enlightenment, many political thinkers published their own versions of popular early modern "absolutist" texts and transformed them into manuals of political resistance. As a result, these works never achieved a fixed and stable edition. Publishing The Prince illustrates how Abraham-Nicolas Amelot de La Houssaye created the most popular late seventeenth- and eighteenth-century version of Machiavelli's masterpiece. In the process of translating, Amelot also transformed the work, altering its form and meaning, and his ideas spread through later editions. Revising the orthodox schema of the public sphere in which political authority shifted away from the crown with the rise of bourgeois civil society in the eighteenth century, Soll uses the example of Amelot to show for the first time how the public sphere in fact grew out of the learned and even royal libraries of erudite scholars and the bookshops of subversive, not-so-polite publicists of the republic of letters. Jacob Soll is Associate Professor of History at Rutgers University. Cover art courtesy of Annenberg Rare Book Room and Manuscript Library, University of Pennsylvania Jacket Design: Stephanie Milanowski "Jacob Soll traces the origins of Enlightenment criticism to the practices of learned humanists and hard-pressed literary entrepreneurs. This learned and lively book is also a tour de force of historical research and interpretation." ---Anthony Grafton, author of Cardano's Cosmos and Bring Out Your Dead "Brilliant. How the printed page changed political philosophy into investigative reporting, and reason of state into the unmasking of power." ---J. G. A. Pocock, author of The Machiavellian Moment "Soll's path-breaking study is a 'must read' for all those interested in the history of political thought and early modern intellectual history." ---Barbara Shapiro, University of California Berkeley "Soll has done [Amelot] and his context justice, writing as he does with a clear, singular, and welcome voice." ---Margaret C. Jacobs, American Historical Review
Book Synopsis The Information Master by : Jacob Soll
Download or read book The Information Master written by Jacob Soll and published by University of Michigan Press. This book was released on 2009-05-11 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating inquiry into Jean-Baptiste Colbert's collection of knowledge
Book Synopsis Shapely Bodies by : Christine A. Jones
Download or read book Shapely Bodies written by Christine A. Jones and published by University of Delaware. This book was released on 2013-05-16 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shapely Bodies is the first study of the politics behind the making of porcelain’s fashionable image in eighteenth-century France.
Book Synopsis The Oxford History of Historical Writing by : Daniel R. Woolf
Download or read book The Oxford History of Historical Writing written by Daniel R. Woolf and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 750 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers essays by leading scholars on the writing of history globally during the early modern era, from c.1400 to c.1800.
Book Synopsis Theodore Metochites by : Ioannis Polemis
Download or read book Theodore Metochites written by Ioannis Polemis and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2023-12-28 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The statesman and scholar Theodore Metochites was one of the most important personalities of the fourteenth-century Byzantine Empire. A close advisor to the emperor Andronikos II and restorer of the famous monastery of Chora in Constantinople, Metochites left various writings including orations, poems, essays and commentaries on classical and religious texts, in which he discusses the numerous problems that troubled him and his contemporaries, such as the decline of the state and the tension between public life and that of the philosopher. In this book, Ioannis Polemis provides the first in-depth study of Metochites' oeuvre, revealing the complex way he represented the authorial self to critique the politics and mores of his day, whilst at the same time shielding himself from potential criticism. Polemis details the way Metochites deftly manipulated figures and tropes from classical antiquity and early Christianity to justify his role in public life, which was traditionally shunned by scholars in the pursuit of 'logos'. The book provides unique insights into one of the late Empire's most important figures, as well as more widely deepening our understanding of classical reception in Byzantium and the social, political and intellectual climate of Constantinople in the fourteenth century.
Book Synopsis The Dream of Absolutism by : Hall Bjørnstad
Download or read book The Dream of Absolutism written by Hall Bjørnstad and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2021-10-15 with total page 247 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Dream of Absolutism examines the political aesthetics of power under Louis XIV. What was absolutism, and how did it work? What was the function of the ostentatious display surrounding Louis XIV at Versailles? What is gained—and what is lost—by approaching such expressions of absolutism as propaganda, as present-day scholars tend to do? In this sweeping reconsideration of absolutist culture, Hall Bjørnstad argues that the exuberance of Louis XIV’s reign was not top-down propaganda in any modern sense, but rather a dream dreamt collectively, by king, court, image-makers, and nation alike. Bjørnstad explores this dream through a sustained close analysis of a corpus of absolutist artifacts, ranging from Charles Le Brun’s famous paintings in the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles via the king’s secret Mémoires to two little-known particularly extravagant verbal and textual celebrations of the king. The dream of absolutism, Bjørnstad concludes, lives at the intersection of politics and aesthetics. It is the carrier of a force that emerges as a glorious image; a participatory emotional reality that requires reality to conform to it. It is a dream, finally, that still shapes our collective political imaginary today.
Book Synopsis The Rise of Everyday Design by : Monica Penick
Download or read book The Rise of Everyday Design written by Monica Penick and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fresh look at the Arts and Crafts Movement charts its origins in reformist ideals, its engagement with commercial culture, and its ultimate place in everyday households.
Book Synopsis Crafting Transparency by : Barrett Williams
Download or read book Crafting Transparency written by Barrett Williams and published by Barrett Williams. This book was released on 2024-04-22 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the mesmerizing world of glass with "Crafting Transparency," a comprehensive eBook that artfully demystifies the ancient craft and avant-garde art of glassmaking. This vividly written guide invites you into the transformative process of shaping sand and fire into transparent marvels. Embark on a historical journey to uncover the evolution of glass through ages, and understand its poignant role in culture and art. Prepare to be lured into the sacred space of the studio as you learn to set the stage for creativity while respecting the nuances of artisan safety and efficiency. Peek through the clear lens into the heart of glass materials, distinguished by their composition and versatility. Whether you are fascinated by the alchemy of color in glasswork or the sustainable charm of recycled glass; this guide covers it all, providing a solid ground for selecting materials that vibe with your personal vision. Equipped with precise cutters and a mastery over the glowing kiln, join hands with "Crafting Transparency" to take command of tools that feel like an extension of your creativity. From understanding the varied types of glass to troubleshooting the typical kiln conundrums, you will gain insights integral to the craft. Slice, shape, and mold your vision into reality as you immerse yourself in chapters dedicated to the finesse of glass cutting, and the mystique of color and texture in glasswork. Challenge your skills with a plethora of techniques ranging from simple hand-forming to complex layering and slumping. As your journey deepens, "Crafting Transparency" draws back the curtain on practices like glass blowing with detailed tutorials that will boost your confidence. Enter the storytelling narrative of stained glass, or the intricate dance of flames in lampworking, and discover new horizons as an artist. Don’t stop at creation; this guide walks you through showcasing your masterpieces, delving into the business of glassmaking while helping you navigate the landscapes where your art will shine. Venture into the cutting edge of glassmaking where innovation meets tradition, and kindle your imagination with inspiring projects for all levels of proficiency. "Crafting Transparency" is not just a book; it's the companion for both the budding enthusiast and the skilled artisan eager to expand their craft. Begin your transformative journey today. Experience the art of glass through "Crafting Transparency"—where every chapter unlocks a new facet of brilliance in this luminous endeavor.
Book Synopsis What is a Classic in History? by : Jaume Aurell
Download or read book What is a Classic in History? written by Jaume Aurell and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2024-02-29 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This innovative study explores the emergence, survival, and continued cultural importance of historical texts considered to be 'classics'.
Book Synopsis Arms and the Imagination by : Robert C. Gordon
Download or read book Arms and the Imagination written by Robert C. Gordon and published by Government Institutes. This book was released on 2009-07-16 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the time of John Milton to that of William Blake, the literature of Britain absorbed the impact of two major military developments. In the early modern era, the military revolution strove to establish permanent armies under state discipline and, in England, the resistance to this development exhibited in the controversy over standing armies. In this penetrating and highly original study, Gordon demonstrates that military debate, encouraged by Britain's semi-secure insular situation, had a remarkable impact on the British imagination and its narratives. Affected were structure and closure; character evaluation; heroic and mock-heroic styles; attitudes toward love and marriage; and the roles of locality and environment in the shaping of the national and personal character. More remarkable still, these effects signaled the emergence of a civilian consciousness that still influences our literary preference and expectations.
Book Synopsis Artisans and Architects by : Mark Swenarton
Download or read book Artisans and Architects written by Mark Swenarton and published by Springer. This book was released on 1988-12-19 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Power and reputation at the court of Louis XIII by : Sharon Kettering
Download or read book Power and reputation at the court of Louis XIII written by Sharon Kettering and published by Manchester University Press. This book was released on 2018-02-28 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book seeks to rehabilitate the reputation of Charles d'Albert, duc de Luynes, the controversial favourite of Louis XIII often maligned by historians. Kettering argues that the traditional historical interpretation of Luynes is significantly influenced by the testimony of Richelieu, who subjected Luynes to a devastating character assassination in his memoirs. Richelieu’s malice and the bias in histories based upon his memoirs justify another look at Luynes’ career. This book sifts through the historical evidence to offer a new perspective on Luynes, arguing that his contributions to the early years of Louis XIII’s government have been insufficiently appreciated, and in the process throws light upon a dark, unpleasant corner of Richelieu’s personality often ignored by historians. As well as advanced students and historians of early modern France, this book should interest those specialising in the history of the European courts, power politics, patronage and printed pamphlet literature.
Book Synopsis Charles Sorel by : Gabrielle Verdier
Download or read book Charles Sorel written by Gabrielle Verdier and published by Twayne Publishers. This book was released on 1984 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Critical biography of Charles Sorel, a French writer.
Book Synopsis Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages by : Julia de Wolf Gibbs Addison
Download or read book Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages written by Julia de Wolf Gibbs Addison and published by . This book was released on 1908 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Modern Review by : Ramananda Chatterjee
Download or read book The Modern Review written by Ramananda Chatterjee and published by . This book was released on 1913 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes section "Reviews and notices of books".
Download or read book The Christian Advocate written by and published by . This book was released on 1911 with total page 900 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
