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Book Synopsis ESSAYS ON LIBERTY, DEMOCRACY & REVOLUTION: A TRANSLATION INTO MODERN ENGLISH by : Richard Price
Download or read book ESSAYS ON LIBERTY, DEMOCRACY & REVOLUTION: A TRANSLATION INTO MODERN ENGLISH written by Richard Price and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides easier-to-read current language versions of Price's classic 18th century liberal democratic tracts. CONTENTS Editorial foreword 1. The Nature of Civil Liberty 2. The Importance of the American Revolution 3. The Love of Our Country
Book Synopsis LETTER ON TOLERATION: A TRANSLATION INTO MODERN ENGLISH by : John Locke
Download or read book LETTER ON TOLERATION: A TRANSLATION INTO MODERN ENGLISH written by John Locke and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easier-to-read current language version of the 1689 classic CONTENTS Editorial foreword Preface 1. Introduction 2. The nature of the commonwealth 3. The nature of the church 4. The nature of toleration 5. Conclusion Postscript: Some observations on heresy and schism
Book Synopsis Areopagitica: a translation into modern English by : John Milton
Download or read book Areopagitica: a translation into modern English written by John Milton and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easier-to-read current language version of John Milton's classic 1644 essay on freedom of the press. CONTENTS Editorial foreword 1. Preface 2. Liberty versus censorship: a brief history 3. Books and their uses 4. The case against censorship 5. What we believe 6. Conclusions
Book Synopsis Benjamin Allen's History of the Reformation: A Translation into Modern English by : Benjamin Allen
Download or read book Benjamin Allen's History of the Reformation: A Translation into Modern English written by Benjamin Allen and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2022-08-01 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 16th century Reformation was a most important and interesting event in human history. It was a revolution on the grandest scale with religious, political, and economic effects still with us today. This is a modernized version of Benjamin Allen’s classic 1820 book on the subject – essentially translating the work into current English to improve its readability and understandability. Benjamin Allen (1789-1829) was an American church minister, scholar, and publisher. He died at sea aged 39. History of the Reformation was his best-known publication. The book abridged Gilbert Burnet’s massive account of the English Reformation published over a century earlier. It also provided significant new commentary and details of the lives of Luther, Calvin, and Zuingle and their roles in the continental Reformation movements. CONTENTS Editorial foreword Preface 1: The start of the Reformation 2: From first asserting the King’s supremacy to abolishing relics and shrines 3: Publishing the Bible and delivering written sermons 4: Cranmer and Henry 5: Edward and the Reformation 6: Reforming the liturgy 7: The Reformation supported and opposed 8: New religious appointments and alliances 9: Church and state 10: New ecclesiastical laws 11: Mary becomes Queen 12: General persecution begins 13: Persecution rages on 14: From executions of the lame and blind to the deaths of Mary and Poole 15: Elizabeth accedes and the Reformation succeeds 16: The life of Luther 17: The life of Calvin 18: The life of Zuingle Appendix 1: The Lollards Appendix 2: The origins of many corruptions in the Church of Rome Appendix 3: Consubstantiation
Book Synopsis COMMON SENSE: A TRANSLATION INTO MODERN ENGLISH by : Thomas Paine
Download or read book COMMON SENSE: A TRANSLATION INTO MODERN ENGLISH written by Thomas Paine and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2022-05-24 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easier-to-read current language version of the classic American revolutionary tract CONTENTS Editorial foreword Author’s preface I. The origin and design of government in general, with concise remarks on the English constitution 2. Monarchy and hereditary succession 3. The present state of American affairs 4. The present ability of America, with some miscellaneous reflections Appendix: an open letter to the Quakers References
Book Synopsis Defending Liberty by : Lewis F Abbott
Download or read book Defending Liberty written by Lewis F Abbott and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2019-03-26 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Defending Liberty: The Case for a New Bill of Rights Basic laws limiting state power have existed for centuries in Britain. However, some serious official assaults on liberty, democracy and the rule of law have occurred in the country of late. This book is a detailed review of the case for a new Bill of Rights to more effectively protect economic, political, judicial, communication and personal rights and freedoms in the UK. An effective modern Bill of Rights would ban a far wider range of official actions than the original 17th century bill. It would also create a new independent Supreme Court with the power to nullify government laws and policies violating its terms. Contents: 1. Defending liberty through a new Bill of Rights 2. Existing rights laws in Britain 3. Constitutional limits on power in America 4. European rights codes 5. Economic rights and freedoms 6. Political rights and freedoms 7. Judicial rights and freedoms 8. Communication rights and freedoms
Book Synopsis Two Treatises on Government by : John Locke
Download or read book Two Treatises on Government written by John Locke and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2013-08-15 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic 1690 book is one of the most important and influential works on government ever published. The first part demolishes the main authoritarian/totalitarian ideology of its day: the doctrine of the divine right of kings to absolute arbitrary power over their subjects. The second sets out the real social origins, functions, and limits of government. Locke demonstrates that far from God and natural law ordaining all-powerful hereditary dictatorship, the only legitimate form of government is one established by the consent of the people and committed to upholding their fundamental human rights to life, liberty, and property. The book justified the Glorious Revolution establishing parliamentary government in England and was an inspiration behind the American Declaration of Independence a century later. Around the world, it continues to have a profound influence on the theory and practice of limited representative government and the protection of basic rights and freedoms under the rule of law. However, the book is now well over 300 years old and present-day readers find its language difficult to follow and understand in places. This version translates the work into current English and seeks to make its substantive content clearer. Literalness and original word order and grammar are retained as far as possible. Nonetheless, the primary objective has been to improve the readability of the text in order to better convey its meaning. The considerable distance in time between the two documents has inevitably meant a considerable difference in conventional writing styles. In addition, much of the analysis in the original is intrinsically highly complex and subtle. Thus, this new version diverges significantly from the latter throughout. Contents: TREATISE 1 THE DIVINE RIGHT OF KINGS: A REFUTATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF SIR ROBERT FILMER & HIS FOLLOWERS TREATISE 2 THE REAL ORIGINS, FUNCTIONS & LIMITS OF GOVERNMENT
Book Synopsis British Withdrawal from the European Union by : Lewis Abbott
Download or read book British Withdrawal from the European Union written by Lewis Abbott and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2022-09-14 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1992, Britain benefited considerably by withdrawing from the European Union¿s Exchange Rate Mechanism and programme of Economic and Monetary Union. This study provides a detailed review of the economic and political case for British withdrawal from the EU bloc as a whole. Major general arguments for withdrawal are that (a) the economic costs of EU membership substantially exceed the benefits, and (b) withdrawal is necessary to restore democracy, business and market freedom, the rule of law, and other basic features of a modern liberal social order. ¿Clear and thorough ¿. Examining many of the key aspects of EU membership ¿. students of European business or politics will find this guide useful and interesting reading.¿ (European Access, and European Access Plus online) CONTENTS 1. THE CASE FOR BRITAIN¿S WITHDRAWAL FROM THE EUROPEAN UNION: AN OVERVIEW 2. THE MAIN NON-EU SOURCES OF BRITISH WEALTH 3. THE ECONOMIC COSTS OF EU MEMBERSHIP 4. THE POLITICAL CONSTITUTIONAL CASE FOR EU WITHDRAWAL 5. THE FREE TRADE CASE FOR EU WITHDRAWAL 6. THE REMOVAL OF EU REGULATORY BURDENS 7. THE BENEFITS OF MONETARY & ECONOMIC POLICY INDEPENDENCE 8. THE CASE FOR FISCAL INDEPENDENCE
Book Synopsis BUSINESS & ECONOMIC GROWTH: KEY FEATURES & DETERMINANTS by : Industrial Systems Research
Download or read book BUSINESS & ECONOMIC GROWTH: KEY FEATURES & DETERMINANTS written by Industrial Systems Research and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2023-04-24 with total page 248 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introducing "Business & Economic Growth: Key Features & Determinants" by Industrial Systems Research – a comprehensive study delving into the intricate details of how businesses and economies drive growth in today's modern world. In this insightful book, readers will gain a deep understanding of the pivotal role of businesses in economic growth and of how thriving economies lead to increased business growth. The book covers a wide range of topics: labour markets, employment, productivity, education and training, natural resources and energy, financing growth, manufacturing, technology, trade, markets, competition, marketing, retailing, distributing, transport, communications, households, spending and growth in particular markets, governments and spending, and more. A unique feature of the book is its comprehensive coverage of both internal (micro) and external (macro) factors influencing business and economic growth. Readers will gain insights into how international industrial and commercial dynamics, physical-organic environmental conditions, political policies, and broader socio-cultural factors shape businesses and economies. With its synoptic contents and in-depth analysis, "Business & Economic Growth" is a valuable resource for economists, business professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding the intricate dynamics of modern business and economic growth. This book is a product of the expertise of Industrial Systems Research, a firm renowned for its cutting-edge insights into industrial and economic systems. Don't miss out on the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the key features and determinants of modern business and economic growth. Get your copy of "Business & Economic Growth: Key Features & Determinants" today and unlock the knowledge you need to thrive in today's business and economic landscape. References and further reading are also included for readers who wish to delve deeper into the subject matter. Table Of Contents Synoptic contents Preface 1: Business growth 2: Economic growth 3: Labour markets, employment, and productivity 4: Education and training 5: Natural resources and energy 6: Financing growth 7: Manufacturing 8: Technology 9: Trade, markets, and competition 10: Marketing, retailing, and distributing 11: Transport and communications 12: Households, incomes, and consumption 13: Demand and growth in particular markets 14: Government spending, taxation, and inflation 15: Democracy, liberty, and the rule of law References and further reading
Book Synopsis THE NOVELS OF CHARLES DICKENS: A MODERNIZED COMPILATION by : Charles Dickens
Download or read book THE NOVELS OF CHARLES DICKENS: A MODERNIZED COMPILATION written by Charles Dickens and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2024-02-20 with total page 6838 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The English writer and social critic Charles Dickens was the pre-eminent novelist of the Victorian era. His books created great fictional characters and left permanent marks on literature, popular culture, and socio-political commentary. The novels feature evocative depictions of London life and strong themes of morality and redemption. Dickens first published many of them in serialized form in magazines – a practice aimed at engaging broad audiences and increasing anticipation for later instalments. The present book consists of 15 of the novels – compiled in one volume with modernized language for improved accessibility, readability, and understandability. The main goal has been to make the writings more engaging and vivid while sticking to the original tones and settings of the books. In "A Christmas Carol" (1843), the miserly old Ebenezer Scrooge receives four ghostly visitors on Christmas Eve who teach him the value of kindness, generosity, and the Christmas spirit. Dickens set "A Tale of Two Cities" (1859) against the backdrop of the French Revolution. The novel explores themes of resurrection, justice, and sacrifice through the lives of characters caught between Paris and London. "Great Expectations" (1860-1861) is the story of young Pip's journey from poor orphan to person of substance. The novel explores themes of wealth and poverty, love and rejection, as Pip eventually realizes what is valuable in life. In "Oliver Twist" (1837-1839), a young orphan navigates the grim underworld of Victorian London, confronting thieves and villains as he seeks a true family and a better life. "David Copperfield" (1849-1850) is a semi-autobiographical novel detailing the life and adventures of David Copperfield, from his troubled childhood to his eventual success as a writer, highlighting the importance of perseverance and personal integrity. "Barnaby Rudge" (1841) is a historical novel set against the backdrop of the anti-Catholic Gordon Riots of 1780. The focus is on the simple-minded Barnaby Rudge and the chaos that engulfs London. "Bleak House" (1852-1853) is a satire centered on a long-running legal case (Jarndyce and Jarndyce) and its impact on individuals. The narrative is rich in mystery and character study. "Dombey and Son" (1848) tells the story of a wealthy and proud businessperson who values his son as an heir to his fortune over his daughter. Redemption and familial love prevail in the end. Dickens set "Hard Times" (1854) in the fictional heavy industrial Coketown. The novel criticizes "utilitarian" philosophy and general material conditions in the town through the lens of particular individuals and their interwoven lives. "Little Dorrit" (1855-1857) tells the story of Amy Dorrit – born and raised in debtor's prison – and her impact on those around her. Dickens criticizes the British establishment and the injustices of the debtor's prison system. "Martin Chuzzlewit" (1843-1844) is a satirical novel exploring the theme of selfishness. It follows the fortunes and misfortunes of young Martin as he learns the value of being selfless. "Nicholas Nickleby" (1838-1839) describes the adventures of a man as he seeks to support his mother and sister after his father's death. He faces assorted villains but also finds allies in Victorian England. "Our Mutual Friend" (1864-1865) is Dickens' last completed novel. It examines the lives of several characters linked by a deceased man's fortune and explores themes of wealth, social class, and human nature. "The Old Curiosity Shop" (1840-1841), tells the story of Nell Trent and her grandfather after a vicious loan shark destroys their lives. It features various characters, hardships, and criticisms of Victorian society's treatment of the poor and vulnerable. Finally, “The Pickwick Papers” (1836-1837) is about the comedic journey of Mr. Samuel Pickwick and his friends as they travel around England to explore its unique customs, characters, and landscapes. The novel is full of whimsical adventures and satirical episodes.
Book Synopsis GEOFFREY CHAUCER’S CANTERBURY TALES by : Geoffrey Chaucer
Download or read book GEOFFREY CHAUCER’S CANTERBURY TALES written by Geoffrey Chaucer and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the ISR Modernized Poetic Masterpieces series – an easier-to-read current language version of the 14th-century classic William Caxton used the newly invented printing press to publish the first printed edition of The Canterbury Tales in 1476. This brought the work within reach of a mass audience and created a lasting impact on the English language and literature. Welcome to this version of the tales – translating them into modern English to improve their accessibility, readability, and understanding today. The book is a captivating collection of stories told by a diverse group of pilgrims (including Chaucer himself) on their way to Canterbury. The tales explore a rich tapestry of themes – from romance and humor to tragedy and religious reflections. Readers get a vivid glimpse into the lives, beliefs, and values of medieval English folk. Chaucer sets the stage for the unfolding tales in his masterfully crafted Prologue. This introduces the array of larger-than-life characters that will seek to captivate the audience with their stories. The pilgrims present their individual tales in turn – followed by candid comments and criticisms from the other travelers. The stories are wide-ranging. The Knight's Tale portrays an epic competition between Palamon and Arcite for the love of Emelye and delves into romantic ideals, chivalry, and the role of fate. The bawdy and irreverent Miller's Tale records the escapades of a carpenter, his young wife, and a cunning student. The Reeve's Tale is a story of deceit and revenge. Two students seduce a dishonest miller's wife and daughter and create a web of greed, deception, and lust. The unfinished Cook's Tale relates how a dishonest cook turns to a life of violent crime after losing his position. The Man of Law's Tale recounts the troubles of a virtuous woman – Constance – whose piety and moral virtue finally lead to triumph. The Wife of Bath's Tale delves into themes of redemption, forgiveness, gender, power, and sexuality. The Friar's Tale shared by Hubert the Friar features a corrupt Summoner and the Devil. The Summoner's Tale serves as retaliation to the previous story. It tells of a hypocritical friar who receives a nasty surprise while seeking a gift from an ailing old man. The Clerk's Tale centers on the patient and virtuous Griselda who endures many trials and hardships at the hands of Walter her husband, yet remains devoted to him. The Merchant's Tale follows the story of the wealthy and aging January's struggles to control his deceptive young wife, May. The romantic Squire's Tale set in a magical kingdom with noble knights, dragons, and giants features a young knight-in-training and a beautiful queen. The Franklin's Tale, recounted by a wealthy landowner (the Franklin) centers around two noble and virtuous lovers, Dorigen and Arveragus, whose love faces challenges from a third party. The Doctor's Tale recounts a nobleman's decision to kill his own daughter to save her from a corrupt judge's clutches, and his later acquittal of murder by a jury of peers. The Pardoner's Tale explores themes of greed, deception, and mortality through the tale of three murderous rioters who meet a tragic end. The bawdy and humorous Shipman's Tale highlights deceit, revenge, infidelity, and a clever female servant's tactics to gain valuable goods from a monk. The Prioress's Tale depicts the martyrdom of a young Christian boy by Jews for his faith. It reflects the anti-Semitic sentiments of the time while highlighting religious devotion and portraying the Prioress as a multifaceted character with worldly desires. The incomplete Tale of Sir Thopas is a parody of medieval romance literature, featuring an inept knight's quest to win the love of a fairy queen and his meetings with magical creatures along the way. The Tale of Melibius retells a moralistic story popular in medieval times, stressing the importance of wisdom, patience, and forgiveness for aggrieved victims of crimes. The Monk's Tale presents brief biographical sketches of famous individuals whose pride and arrogance led to their downfall. The lively and humorous Nun's Priest's Tale uses the story of a rooster outwitting a fox to explore themes of pride, flattery, and cunning. The Second Nun's Tale centers on Saint Cecilia, a Christian martyr from Rome in the 3rd century, who fearlessly defies the pagan authorities and sacrifices her life for her faith. The Canon's Yeoman's Tale is about a fraudulent alchemist known as "Canon" who exploits gullible individuals by pretending to transform base metals into gold. The Manciple's Tale is an intriguing story of a snow-white talking crow that undergoes a transformation after its remorseful keeper unjustly blames it for driving him to commit a terrible act. The final Parson's Tale is a sermon on human sin, its prevalence, and the need for overcoming it through personal conviction, repentance, and faith in a loving and gracious God.
Book Synopsis Jacob Burckhardt’s The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy by : Jacob Burckhardt
Download or read book Jacob Burckhardt’s The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy written by Jacob Burckhardt and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2023-06-19 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a new modernized version of The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy by the Swiss historian and art critic Jacob Burckhardt. It presents the text in contemporary language to improve accessibility and engagement for present-day readers. First published in 1860, Burckhardt’s book brilliantly analyzes Italian arts, culture, politics, and society. In reviving classical ideas and values, the Italian Renaissance was a marked departure from the Middle Ages. Here as elsewhere in the Europe of the Renaissance, the driving spirits were humanism, individualism, secularism, and the pursuit of knowledge. However, Italy had important distinctive features in the patronage of the arts, the ascent of the merchant class, the city-states, and the rise of the “Renaissance man” or “universal man” adept in multiple disciplines. The arts both reflect and shape the society, its values, and the aspirations of individual people. Burckhardt delves deeply into the evolving art and architecture of Renaissance Italy. We read of the resurgence of ancient Greek and Roman forms, the rediscovery of perspective, the mastery of human anatomy, and the illustrious contributions of artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Raphael. The book has exerted a profound influence on our understanding and interpretation of the Renaissance. Burckhardt's emphasis on individualism, secularism, and celebrating human achievement continues to shape scholarly discourse surrounding this subject. Later research has challenged and refined some of Burckhardt's ideas. Nonetheless, his work remains an indispensable reference for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the cultural and intellectual history of a momentous era. Contents Editorial Foreword Part 1: The State as a Work Of Art Part 2: The Development of the Individual Part 3: The Revival of Antiquity Part 4: The Discovery of the World and Of Man Part 5: Society and Festivals Part 6: Morality and Religion Select Bibliography
Book Synopsis John Milton’s Philosophy & Politics: A Modernized Reader by : John Milton
Download or read book John Milton’s Philosophy & Politics: A Modernized Reader written by John Milton and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2024-05-20 with total page 765 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Milton (1608-1674) was not just an iconic English poet but also a profound thinker and political commentator. As a devout Reformed Christian and fervent libertarian, Milton’s works championed individual freedom, truth, and resistance against tyranny and religious oppression. This modernized reader brings together twenty-five of Milton’s seminal philosophical and political treatises, thoughtfully updated for contemporary readers. Key works include: · On England's Reformation: A critique of religious and political corruption, advocating for reform based on liberty and conscience. · On Prelatical Episcopacy: A challenge to ecclesiastical hierarchy and political ambition, promoting egalitarian church governance. · Areopagitica: A passionate defense of free speech and publication, opposing censorship in favor of open dialogue and diverse voices. · The Defense of 'Smectymnuus': An assertion of freedom of expression and individual conscience amid civil war. · On Education: An ahead-of-its-time vision for holistic education, emphasizing virtue, wisdom, and intellectual freedom. · Revisiting Divorce Doctrine and Discipline: A provocative challenge to societal norms and religious orthodoxy regarding marriage and personal autonomy. · Kings and Magistrates and Their Accountability: A defense of republican government and the right to depose tyrannical rulers, influencing later political thought. · Iconoclastes: A repudiation of monarchical myths, defending the Parliamentary cause against royalist propaganda. · The Second Defense of the English People: A robust justification of the regicide of Charles I, defending the Commonwealth’s legitimacy and principles. Milton’s eloquence and conviction resonate through these modernized texts, making them accessible to today’s readers while preserving their original fervor and insight. Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the intersections of literature, philosophy, and politics, this collection highlights Milton's enduring relevance in the ongoing discourse on liberty, governance, and human rights.
Book Synopsis THE POETRY OF THE BRONTES by : Charlotte Bronte
Download or read book THE POETRY OF THE BRONTES written by Charlotte Bronte and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautifully readable modern prose translations of the classic 19th-century verses of Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte The 19th-century British sisters produced much fine literature. They are most famous for their novels – Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre, Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights, Anne Bronte’s The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, and so on. However, they also wrote profound and distinctive poems on many topics. They are most famous for their novels – Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre, Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights, Anne Bronte’s The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, and so on. However, they also wrote profound and distinctive poems on many topics. Their poetry dealt with issues in faith, morality, and society. They reflected on love, personal loss, and introspection – and explored themes of passion, solitude, and spirituality. The poems contain remarkable descriptions of nature and the supernatural. We find in them expressions of intense emotion and awesomely vivid imagery. Charlotte Bronte penned her renowned poem “Gilbert” at age 13. She continued writing throughout her life with various magazines publishing her poems alongside her novels. Emily Bronte (1818 -1848) and Anne Bronte (1820 -1849) had most of their poetry published in the book Poems by Currer, Ellis, and Acton Bell (1846). The sisters used masculine pen names for privacy and because the society of the time was often reluctant to take female writers seriously. However, norms have changed. Today, the Bronte novels and poems are available everywhere and receive the acclaim they deserve. The present anthology is a modernized version of the original 1846 collection. It is part of a series from the publisher translating classic poetic works into present-day prose to improve their readability and understandability.
Book Synopsis Walter Pater’s The Renaissance – Studies in Art & Poetry by : Walter Pater
Download or read book Walter Pater’s The Renaissance – Studies in Art & Poetry written by Walter Pater and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2023-06-19 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Renaissance was a significant movement in European cultural history marking the transition from the Middle Ages to modernity. It did not just revive but in many respects surpassed the ideas and achievements of classical antiquity. Renaissance thinking drew on Greco-Roman philosophy, including the famous humanist dictum of Protagoras that “Man is the measure of all things”. This thinking permeated multiple fields, from art and architecture, through politics, to science and literature. The contributions of the movement were vast. For instance, the artistic realm experienced a revolution with the advent of techniques such as oil painting with linear perspective. Developing concrete production techniques allowed for creating majestic architectural wonders. The printing and publishing trades expanded access to knowledge and ideas. Setting up popular educational institutions opened doors to learning for a broader part of society. In science, the Renaissance fostered empirical observation and experimentation. Further, the period witnessed significant advancements in banking and accounting practices, shaping the foundations of modern finance. However, we still mostly remember the Renaissance for the art of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and other polymaths. This is a modernized version of Walter Pater's seminal 1873 book on art and poetry during the Renaissance – translating it into present-day English to improve its readability and understandability. Walter Pater (1839-1894) was an English essayist, literary and art critic, and philosopher. His work has had a lasting impact on commentary and debate in art criticism and cultural studies. Pater explores the Renaissance through analyses of the masterpieces of renowned artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli. He uncovers the literature and philosophy shaping this important period in history. He also advocates “art for art’s sake” – free of moral, political, religious, or other motives and considerations. CONTENTS Editorial foreword Preface 1 Two Early French Stories 2 Pico della Mirandola 3 Sandro Botticelli 4 Luca della Robbia 5 The Poetry of Michelangelo 6 Leonardo da Vinci: Man as the servant and interpreter of nature 7 The School of Giorgione 8 Joachim du Bellay 9 Winckelmann:“I too in Arcadia” 10 Conclusion
Book Synopsis The Plays of William Shakespeare: A Modernized Compilation by : William Shakespeare
Download or read book The Plays of William Shakespeare: A Modernized Compilation written by William Shakespeare and published by Industrial Systems Research. This book was released on 2024-01-08 with total page 2699 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: William Shakespeare – born in April 1564 in Stratford on Avon – was the greatest dramatist of the age. By his retirement around 1613, he had created a body of literature unparalleled in its brilliance and impact on the English language. His plays featured rich prose and poetry, complex characters, and explorations of universal themes. They introduced many new words and phrases into the language and set high standards for writers of dramatic verse everywhere. Shakespeare wrote in various genres and styles. Many of the plays combined comedy, real history, romance, and misfortune. This expanded the dramatic possibilities. On top of this, the playwright constantly experimented and innovated to create an artistic product that satisfied mixed audiences. These positive features or selling points of Shakespeare’s plays helped boost the theatre in general as a medium of mass entertainment. Plays became popular across-the-board – attracting all kinds of people and firmly establishing the theatre as a central cultural institution. Large audiences continue to patronize the great Shakespeare plays in live and filmed versions today – notably · "A Midsummer Night's Dream" – the whimsical comedy with several intertwining plots surrounding a celebrity marriage; · “Hamlet” – the story of a Prince of Denmark grappling with the death of his father and seeking revenge against a murdering uncle; · "Henry IV, Part 1" and "Henry IV, Part 2" – following the political struggles of King Henry IV and the coming-of-age of his son, Prince Hal, who later became Henry V; · “King Lear” – the aging king whose decision to divide his kingdom among his three daughters has tragic effects; · "Much Ado About Nothing", with its themes of love and deception, witty banter, and humorous misunderstandings throughout; · “Othello”, exploring themes of jealousy, betrayal, and racism in the tragic story of a Moorish general; · "Richard III", depicting the rise and fall of a scheming, manipulative, and murderous English monarch; · "The Tempest" exploring themes of magic, betrayal, and forgiveness on a remote island; · "The Winter's Tale" combining misfortune and comedy with a story line spanning a long period and strong themes of jealousy and redemption; and · "Twelfth Night" – the compelling tale of mistaken identity and love featuring a young woman disguise d as a man. However, four centuries-plus have inevitably lessened the readability and understandability of the original literary productions. This is a modernized compilation of the dramas – seeking to cut out archaic words, outdated grammar and spelling, and complex old-fashioned syntax while preserving their essence. Concise study guides go with each of the plays. These provide details of their dates (where available) and the complex characters and important events occurring in them. They also summarize the overall themes and plots and assess their general significance as pieces of dramatic art.
Book Synopsis Alexis de Tocqueville on Democracy, Revolution, and Society by : Alexis de Tocqueville
Download or read book Alexis de Tocqueville on Democracy, Revolution, and Society written by Alexis de Tocqueville and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 1980 with total page 402 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alexis de Tocqueville possessed one of the most fertile sociological imaginations of the nineteenth century. For more than 120 years, his uncanny predictive insight has continued to fascinate thinkers, and his writings have continued to influence our interpretations of history and society. His analyses of many issues remain relevant to current social and political problems. In this volume John Stone and Stephen Mennell bring together for the first time selections from the full range of Tocqueville's writings, selections that illustrate the depth of his insight and analysis.
