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When the Dikes Broke

Author : Alta Halverson Seymour
Publisher : Pickle Partners Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1787201139
Total Pages : 127 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (872 download)

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Download or read book When the Dikes Broke written by Alta Halverson Seymour and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2016-10-21 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Told through the harrowing experiences of the Van Rossem family of Kuyfoort, this is the story of the great flood that swept over Holland in January, 1953. The courage and heroism of the people in their fight against the encroaching sea, the search for and rescue of survivors and the reclamation of their homes and land are depicted. “How the wind blows tonight! As if it wants to tear the house up by the roots,” says Tante Anna. But the van Rossem family isn’t worried. Isn’t their house strong and solid? And the dikes that hold back the sea—aren’t they strong, too? That very night they waken to the shriek of sirens and the clang of church bells. They hear an even more frightening sound, too—the rush of water flooding the house. And then comes the cry that strikes terror to the heart of every Dutch boy and girl: “Get to your attic. The dike gave way!”

When the Dikes Broke. Illustrated by Fred Irving

Author : Alta Halverson Seymour
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (14 download)

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Download or read book When the Dikes Broke. Illustrated by Fred Irving written by Alta Halverson Seymour and published by . This book was released on 1964 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Starving Empire

Author : Yan Slobodkin
Publisher : Cornell University Press
ISBN 13 : 1501772368
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book The Starving Empire written by Yan Slobodkin and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2023-11-15 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Starving Empire traces the history of famine in the modern French Empire, showing that hunger is intensely local and sweepingly global, shaped by regional contexts and the transnational interplay of ideas and policies all at once. By integrating food crises in Algeria, West and Equatorial Africa, and Vietnam into a broader story of imperial and transnational care, Yan Slobodkin reveals how the French colonial state and an emerging international community took increasing responsibility for subsistence, but ultimately failed to fulfill this responsibility. Europeans once dismissed colonial famines as acts of god, misfortunes of nature, and the inevitable consequences of backward races living in harsh environments. But as Slobodkin recounts, drawing on archival research from four continents, the twentieth century saw transformations in nutrition, scientific racism, and international humanitarianism that profoundly altered ideas of what colonialism could accomplish. A new confidence in the ability to mitigate hunger, coupled with new norms of moral responsibility, marked a turning point in the French Empire's relationship to colonial subjects—and to nature itself. Increasingly sophisticated understandings of famine as a technical problem subject to state control saddled France with untenable obligations. The Starving Empire not only illustrates how the painful history of colonial famine remains with us in our current understandings of public health, state sovereignty, and international aid, but also seeks to return food—this most basic of human needs—to its central place in the formation of modern political obligation and humanitarian ethics.

The Ecology of War in China

Author : Micah S. Muscolino
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 1107071569
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book The Ecology of War in China written by Micah S. Muscolino and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the interplay between war and the environment in Henan Province, a hotly contested frontline territory that endured massive environmental destruction and human disruption during the conflict between China and Japan that raged during World War II. In a desperate attempt to block Japan's military advance, Chinese Nationalist armies under Chiang Kai-shek broke the Yellow River's dikes in Henan in June 1938, resulting in devastating floods that persisted until after the war's end. Greater catastrophe struck Henan in 1942-1943, when famine took some two million lives and displaced millions more. Focusing on these war-induced disasters and their aftermath, this book conceptualizes the ecology of war in terms of energy flows through and between militaries, societies, and environments. Ultimately, Micah Muscolino argues that efforts to procure and exploit nature's energy in various forms shaped the choices of generals, the fates of communities, and the trajectory of environmental change in North China.

German Fiction

Author : William Allan Neilson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 492 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (4 download)

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Download or read book German Fiction written by William Allan Neilson and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Dredge Drain Reclaim

Author : Johan Van Veen
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 940152808X
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (15 download)

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Download or read book Dredge Drain Reclaim written by Johan Van Veen and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the occupation of the Netherlands the Germans made it impossible to carry out any maintenance work on our shores or any sounding, soil investiga tion or current-measurement work off the co ast, in the estuary of the Scheldt or in the channels between the Frisian Islands. The work ofDr. Johan van Veen, then leader of this survey, therefore came to astandstill. He then came to me and asked me to give him some task, so that he, an indefatigable worker, could continue to have work, the best antidote against the German poison, which affected only permanently unemployed men. I knew his love for the history of our traditional handling of the defence against the water. An all-round study had never been published, for in normal times a man with full knowledge of this type of work cannot find time for such a study, as water is our everlasting enemy, which must be kept under continual elose observation. From Dr. van Veen's book it will be elear that the Dutch manner of dredging, draining and reelaiming is a combination of traditions inherited from our ancestors and applied science to cope with modern demands. This tradition is in our blood. A more intimate knowledge of it will, I hope, furnish a kcy to so me of the salient points in our national character.

A Résumé of the Operations in the First and Second Districts, Mississippi River Improvement, 1882-1901

Author : Eben Eveleth Winslow
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 312 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (121 download)

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Download or read book A Résumé of the Operations in the First and Second Districts, Mississippi River Improvement, 1882-1901 written by Eben Eveleth Winslow and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

House documents

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 1034 pages
Book Rating : 4.B/5 (1 download)

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Download or read book House documents written by and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page 1034 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Report of the Chief of Engineers U.S. Army

Author : United States. Army. Corps of Engineers
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 746 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Report of the Chief of Engineers U.S. Army written by United States. Army. Corps of Engineers and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 746 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes the Report of the Mississippi River Commission, 1881-19 .

Annual Report of the Chief of Engineers to the Secretary of War for the Year ...

Author : United States. War Department. Corps of Engineers
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 698 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book Annual Report of the Chief of Engineers to the Secretary of War for the Year ... written by United States. War Department. Corps of Engineers and published by . This book was released on 1887 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes

Author : Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 9383 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes written by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-04 with total page 9383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes is a monumental collection that traverses the rich territories of nineteenth and early twentieth-century literature, bringing together an unparalleled range of literary styles, from the gothic to the realist, the romantic to the naturalist. This anthology encapsulates the evolution of modern storytelling, showcasing seminal works that have shaped the literary canon. Its diversity is its strength, featuring texts that explore themes of love, morality, society, and human psychology, among others. The inclusion of works from a spectrum of authors, including standout pieces from heavyweights such as Dostoevsky, Dickens, Hugo, and Austen, offers readers a comprehensive insight into the era's diverse literary landscape. The contributing authors and editors, hailing from various cultural backgrounds and literary traditions, collectively present a multifaceted view of the human condition across different societies and historical moments. This collective effort aligns with significant historical, cultural, and literary movements, from the Enlightenment's emphasis on reason to Romanticism's celebration of emotion and individuality, offering a panoramic view of the shifts in thought that have influenced literature and society. By bringing together these varied voices, the anthology provides a unique lens through which to explore the complexities of the human experience, as conveyed through the art of storytelling. The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes is an essential collection for anyone interested in the development of fiction and its role in reflecting and shaping our understanding of the world. Offering an extraordinary opportunity to engage with the thoughts and experiences of some of literature's most influential figures, this anthology is a treasure trove for scholars, students, and general readers alike. It encourages a deep dive into a multitude of perspectives, enriching the reader's appreciation of literature's power to provoke thought, evoke emotion, and connect disparate human experiences across time and space.

The Rider on the White Horse

Author : Theodor Storm
Publisher : Signet Classics
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (319 download)

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Download or read book The Rider on the White Horse written by Theodor Storm and published by Signet Classics. This book was released on 1917 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Rider on the White Horse" begins as a ghost story. A traveler finds himself caught in dangerously rough weather. On an island just offshore he glimpses the specter of a rider on a white horse rising and plunging in the wind and rain. Taking shelter at a local inn, the traveler mentions the apparition, and the local schoolmaster volunteers a story. It is a tale of ambition, of a young man, Hauke Heien, who is out not only to make a name for himself but to remake the world; of love and family, as Hauke and his wife try to come to terms with their late-born child's mental retardation; and of politics, as the community fights back against Hauke's initiatives. It is a story, too, about the crisis of faith, of wanting and missing the presence of the divine, and of the persistence of superstition. It is an appealingly matter-of-fact picture of rural life, a harrowing glimpse of spiritual isolation, and a stark vision of the violence of the natural world. Finally, it is a story about the basis of civilization in the act of human sacrifice. Anticipating "Lord of the Flies" and "The Lottery," Theodor Storm's novella, limpidly translated by the American poet James Wright, is not just the ghost story it first appears to be but an economical and gripping dramatization of some of the bloody questions that haunt the disenchanted modern world.

German Fiction

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Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 494 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 ( download)

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Download or read book German Fiction written by and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 494 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Rider on the White Horse: Gothic Classic

Author : Theodor Storm
Publisher : e-artnow
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 102 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (57 download)

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Download or read book The Rider on the White Horse: Gothic Classic written by Theodor Storm and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2019-06-03 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This eBook edition of "The Rider on the White Horse" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The novel tells the story of Hauke Haien, a young man from a small town in Northern Frisia. Hauke is the son of a farmer and licensed surveyor, and does his best to learn his father's trade. Over time, he becomes very familiar with the dykes along the local coast. When local Deichgraf Tede Volkerts fires one of his hands, Hauke applies for the job and is accepted. He soon becomes a great help for Volkerts, which makes Ole Peters, the senior hand, dislike him. Hauke shows interest in the Deichgraf's daughter, Elke, and proposes marriage. After the unexpected deaths of both Hauke's and Elke's fathers, the people of the village must choose a new Deichgraf. Hauke does not hold the necessary lands required for the position, but when Elke announces that they are engaged, the traditionalists are satisfied and Hauke becomes the new Deichgraf. However, the people soon start talking about his white horse, which they believe is a resurrected skeleton that used to be visible on a small island, but is now gone.

The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction

Author : William Allan Neilson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 484 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction written by William Allan Neilson and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction, Volume 15

Author : J W Von Goethe
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 556 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction, Volume 15 written by J W Von Goethe and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Complete Harvard Classics (2022 Edition)

Author : Plato
Publisher : DigiCat
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 24736 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Complete Harvard Classics (2022 Edition) written by Plato and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-24 with total page 24736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: E-artnow presents to you the complete edition of the world famous collection of Harvard Classics. The collection was created by Harvard University President, Dr. Charles W. Eliot, a firm believer in freedom of education and self improvement. He based the selection of works on the required reading at Harvard, literature classics anyone should read and learn from, the books of history's greatest creative minds for every person to get inspired from. The first Harvard Classics Collection consisted of 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature which showed the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction of all time. This updated edition is meticulously edited and formatted to the highest digital standards with the text made to fit and adapt to every possible type of eReader. Each book has its own interactive table of contents, interactive footnotes and explanations. Content: The Harvard Classics: V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & Penn V. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus Aurelius V. 3: Bacon, Milton, Browne V. 4: John Milton V. 5: R. W. Emerson V. 6: Robert Burns V. 7: St Augustine & Thomas á Kempis V. 8: Nine Greek Dramas V. 9: Cicero and Pliny V. 10: The Wealth of Nations V. 11: The Origin of Species V. 12: Plutarchs V. 13: Æneid V. 14: Don Quixote V. 15: Bunyan & Walton V. 16: 1001 Nights V. 17: Folklore & Fable V. 18: Modern English Drama V. 19: Goethe & Marlowe V. 20: The Divine Comedy V. 21: I Promessi Sposi V. 22: The Odyssey V. 23: Two Years Before the Mast V. 24: Edmund Burke V. 25: J. S. Mill & T. Carlyle V. 26: Continental Drama V. 27 & 28: English & American Essays V. 29: The Voyage of the Beagle V. 30: Scientific Papers V. 31: The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini V. 32: Literary and Philosophical Essays V. 33: Voyages & Travels V. 34: French & English Philosophers V. 35: Chronicle and Romance V. 36: Machiavelli, Roper, More, Luther V. 37: Locke, Berkeley, Hume V. 38: Harvey, Jenner, Lister, Pasteur V. 39: Prologues V. 40–42: English Poetry V. 43: American Historical Documents V. 44 & 45: Sacred Writings V. 46 & 47: Elizabethan Drama V. 48: Blaise Pascal V. 49: Saga V. 50: Reader's Guide V. 51: Lectures The Shelf of Fiction: V. 1 & 2: The History of Tom Jones V. 3: A Sentimental Journey & Pride and Prejudice...