This volume explores the roles and uses of abstraction in scientific and artistic practice. Conceived as an interdisciplinary dialogue between experts across histories and philosophies of art and science, this collection of essays draws on the shared premise that abstraction is a rich and generative process, not red...

Philosophical ethics consists in the human endeavour to answer rationally the fundamental question of how we should live. The Oxford Handbook of the History of Ethics explores the history of philosophical ethics in the western tradition from Homer until the present day. It provides a broad overview of the views of m...

In "Our Bit: Memories of War Service by a Canadian Nursing-Sister," Mabel B. Clint offers a poignant and evocative account of her experiences as a nurse during World War I. The book is characterized by its vivid, honest prose and intimate reflections on the hardships faced by both the soldiers and the medical staff....

Everyday Silence and the Holocaust examines Irene Levin’s experiences of her family’s unspoken history of the Holocaust and the silence that surrounded their war experiences as non-topics. A central example of what C. Wright Mills considered the core of sociology – the intersection of biography and history – the boo...

This open access book considers that the Central and South Asian region sits at the middle of geographical, geopolitical, economic and historical cross-roads. Since the independence of the Central Asian states in the 1990s, following the demise of the Soviet Union, and emergence of regional trade and political ties ...

In "The History of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars (1789-1815)", Charles Downer Hazen offers a rigorous exploration of a transformative epoch in European history, weaving a narrative that captures both the fervor of revolutionary ideals and the tumult of conflict. Hazen's literary style combines meticulous...

A Fundação Museu do Homem Americano, Fumdham, procurou dar um viés interdisciplinar desde o início das pesquisas na região SE do Piauí, combinando as ciências humanas e as naturais. Exemplo dessa conver- gência científica foi a publicação de Os Biomas e as Sociedades Humanas na Pré-História da Região do Parque Nacio...

In "A History of the Reformation," Thomas M. Lindsay provides an insightful exploration of one of the pivotal events in Western religious history. Employing a clear and engaging literary style, Lindsay meticulously chronicles the factors leading to the Reformation, the key figures involved, and its profound conseque...

In "What I Saw in California," Edwin Bryant presents a vivid and engaging account of his journey through the American West during the mid-19th century. The book is notable for its detailed observations, rich descriptions, and compelling narrative style, reflecting the broader context of the Gold Rush era in Californ...

In "The City of the Mormons; or, Three Days at Nauvoo, in 1842," Henry Caswall presents a vivid and insightful chronicle of his three-day visit to the burgeoning Mormon settlement of Nauvoo, Illinois. Through meticulous descriptions and a keen observational style, Caswall explores the social, religious, and politica...

In "The Pope, the Kings and the People," William Arthur offers a profound exploration of the intricate relationships between religious authority, monarchy, and the common populace during the tumultuous periods of European history. Blending scholarly rigor with accessible prose, Arthur delves into the political and s...

In 'Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jugurthine War,' Sallust presents a compelling examination of political intrigue and moral corruption in the late Roman Republic. The work is characterized by its concise yet impactful prose, a hallmark of Sallust's literary style, which combines historical narrative with deep psyc...

Delve into the captivating world of Roman Britain with this concise exploration of one of history's most intriguing eras. In this meticulously researched book, uncover the remarkable story of Roman occupation in Britain, spanning from the invasions of Julius Caesar to the eventual decline of Roman influence. Journey...

In "Letters of the Right Honourable Lady Mーy Wーy Mーe," Mary Wortley Lady Montagu offers a remarkable glimpse into the early 18th century, blending personal narrative with sharp social critique. Composed in the epistolary style, these letters reveal her experiences and observations during her travels in Turkey, pr...

小時代是指十七世紀而言，那是一個有趣，並且充滿各種可能性的時期。以現代物質文化研究來看，既可從東西交流的角度，一窺當時探險家跋山涉水開拓航道的故事，也能從江南視線瞭解文人世家看似平淡，其實分外講究質感，別有一番趣味的日常。此次通過十七世紀的小資文青文震亨（1586-1645）書寫《長物志》歸類而出的「書畫」和「器具」兩個章節...

William Siborne's "The Waterloo Campaign, 1815" meticulously chronicles the pivotal events leading up to the Battle of Waterloo, offering a comprehensive analysis of military strategies, troop movements, and the socio-political ramifications of the conflict. Siborne employs a detailed narrative style complemented by...