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Young and exuberant, Mary Davies stubbornly left her home in England against her father's wishes to seek a life of opportunity in the colonies. There, lonely and miserable with nothing turned out as planned, she forfeited her freedom when she found a forbidden love in the arms of Domingo, a slave.Rose had lived a pampered life in a royal palace in India until the palace was overthrown and she was taken and sold as a slave in the American colonies. Proud but afraid, she fought against her owner, Henry Darnall, until he desperately turned to Mary with a nasty deal that put the fate of the two women at odds.To unite her family, Mary agreed to the cruel bargain and found the beauty of love and friendship with Rose. Together, Mary and Rose formed a bond of sisterhood to save each other but when Mary discovered that only the death of her husband could free her, the shock of it claimed her life, leaving her daughter to be raised as a slave by Rose. Three generations later, when help was offered by William Dove, the sound of freedom could not be ignored, even if it took rewriting history to accomplish it.This is the true story of two unique women who forged a family of faith, courage, and dignity even through the violence of slavery and human possession. Through them, a heritage was formed where nothing was as it seemed, and the gift of understanding and forgiveness was their legacy.

My Family: A Window into the Secrets, Successes, and Sins of Early New Orleans and Beyond is a collection of complex life stories that interweave and meander through the ever-changing world of eighteenth and nineteenth-century Louisiana. The accounts are populated by real people, some famous and some unsung, whose lives are rife with contradictions. Meet free men and women of color, war heroes, a world-renowned scientist and Egyptologist, an internationally famous artist, a universal suffrage activist, an explorer turned spy, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, sugar barons, cotton factors, and slave traders. The intricate tapestry of early Louisiana is revealed as their lives unfold. As we grow and evolve as humans, it is natural that our sense of justice is offended by practices of the past like slavery, the lack of agency for women, slave holding free people of color, and shifting loyalties. The stories of the Rillieux, Cantrelle, Verret, Jones, Bringier, and Freret families expose a past infused with honor and regret.

"After narrowly avoiding death in London at the hands of the king's secret agents, Duncan McCallum returns to colonial America only to discover that his troubles have followed him across the Atlantic"--

THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA'S MOST IMPORTANT FOUNDING DOCUMENTS ALL IN ONE VOLUME!The U.S. Heritage series The Constitution of the United States: with The Declaration of Independence, The Bill of Rights and other Founding Documents includes:The Constitution of the United States and Bill of RightsThe Declaration of IndependenceThe Federalist PapersThe Articles of ConfederationCommon SensePresident George Washington's Farewell Addresses to the NationThe Louisiana PurchaseThe Monroe DoctrineAnd much much more moreThe Constitution of the United States: with The Declaration of Independence, The Bill of Rights and other Founding Documents is part of the U.S. Heritage series and is a collection of the key founding documents, speeches, and other writings that helped establish and form the United States of America. The revolutionary ideas and inspirational writings are included in this book for everyone, for students of all ages, to people who are actively involved in politics and their community and anyone interested in the amazing birth and history of America. LEARN WHAT IT MEANS TO BE AN AMERICAN!HUMANIX BOOKS U.S. Heritage series is the definitive collection of political writings and history of the Founding Fathers that paved the way for the United States of America to become the indispensable nation and THE example of Democracy, Liberty and Freedom in the world.

Esta es la primera edicion critica en espanol del Tratado sobre la redondez de la Tierra, ensayo cosmologico y geografico nacido de la "ciencia infusa" (conocimento transmitido por la divinidad), atribuido a Sor Maria de Jesus de Agreda (Agreda, Soria, Espana, 1602-1665). Maria Coronel de Arana es posiblemente una de las figuras mas misteriosas y controvertidas de la Edad Moderna. No solo como personaje historico o literario, su vida y su obra reunen numerosos aspectos aun por descifrar que han dado lugar a una sugerente mitologia cultural de dimension transatlantica, abierta a sumar nuevas interpretaciones y significados.Figura politica, teologica y legendaria, Sor Maria de Jesus de Agreda se transforma en un significante cultural que no deja de acumular capas de sentido. Una de ellas, todavia poco explorada, es la atribucion del Tratado sobre la redondez de la tierra. Este volumen indaga en las razones para la atribucion a Sor Maria de Jesus, considerando su dimension de imagen cultural y transoceanica que rebasa la individualidad concreta. Tratamos diferentes aspectos de la vida, la obra, el contexto cultural y la tradicion desde la que se la leyo y puede leerse tambien en el siglo XXI. El Tratado se enmarca en el espacio de produccion cultural femenina conventual, sin el que no puede entenderse la figura de la autora, ni la escritura de mujeres en la epoca, no solo observando los generos mas conocidos del convento, sino una tradicion todavia por recuperar: la del conocimiento cientifico, que, aunque presente entre sus muros, apenas ha recibido atencion critica.

Lucy dreamed of marrying Samuel until she woke up as his wife.Dismissed after a disastrous year at the newly created Harvard Medical School, Samuel Wilson buries his dream of becoming a doctor. Shamed by his dismissal, he returns to his north shore home, where he avoids his former fiancée Lucy Simms and tries to dismiss all ideas of marrying her.Lucy pretends Samuel's rejection means little as she helps her family on their farm. An early New England blizzard brings challenges and death to her door. When it is over, Lucy lays in her cabin near death with only five-year-old Sally to aid her. Samuel discovers Lucy delirious with fever and endeavors to save her from the fatal illness that claimed most of her family. Unwittingly he puts her reputation in danger. At his parents' insistence, Samuel marries a barely conscious Lucy.Lucy awakens to a reality more bizarre than her dreams. Sure that Samuel's vows are coerced, she does everything in her power to convince him to annul the marriage. With the help of his mother and Sarah, he sets out to prove to Lucy that the vows he took are permanent, if she will give him a second chance.

Anniversary publication of the Belvedere The Belvedere in Vienna epitomizes the changes that have taken place over the course of three centuries in the concept of what constitutes a museum. Originally built by Prince Eugene of Savoy to enhance his prestige as a prince, under Maria Theresa, the Upper Belvedere became one of the world's first public museums. The idea of presenting Austrian art in an international context, which in 1903 motivated the establishment of the Modern Gallery in the Lower Belvedere, remains the key objective of this world-famous cultural institution. In this critical homage, renowned authors explore enduring questions that transcend the different epochs, such as¿: What ordering concepts are evident in art presentation¿? How contemporary were these presentations in an international context¿? What kind of public were they aimed at¿? Anniversary publication of the Österreichische Galerie Belvedere: a critical homage to a place of art with a diverse history spanning centuries Exhibition until January 7, 2024 With contributions from Johanna Aufreiter, Björn Blauensteiner, Brigitte Borchhardt-Birbaumer, Thomas DaCosta Kaufmann, Christiane Erharter, Nora Fischer, Anna Frasca-Rath, Antoinette Friedenthal, Martin Fritz, Thomas W. Gaehtgens, Sabine Grabner, Katinka Gratzer-Baumgärtner, Cäcilia Henrichs, Alice Hoppe-Harnoncourt, Christian Huemer, Georg Lechner, Stefan Lehner, Gernot Mayer, Monika Mayer, Sabine Plakolm-Forsthuber, Georg Plattner, Matthew Rampley, Luise Reitstätter, Stella Rollig, Claudia Slanar, Franz Smola, Nora Sternfeld, Silvia Tammaro, Wolfgang Ullrich, Leonhard Weidinger, Christian Witt-Dörring, Luisa Ziaja, and Christoph Zuschlag

Mary Dove, or Malaga Moll, as she is known amongst historians, has been a popular subject of folklore and mystery for decades. Her true story has never been revealed until now. Fully researched and documented, SOLD! takes you from the harem of a royal palace in India in 1682, and chronicles the incredible journey of a woman who is forced to transform from royalty to slave. Then in the year 1750, in an epic twist where the Royal Narayan family must erase a bloodstain to preserve their kingdom, they come to the aid of their long-lost family members and to the courtrooms of the colonies, where they prove that Mary Dove was a free subject of the maharajas of India and therefore could not have been rightfully sold as a slave in the British colonies. From a yet unexplored perspective, this extensively researched true story documents the incredible lives of three Dove generations and their unusual journey through the institution of slavery. SOLD! shows how a deep and enduring love can be found in unexpected places, the violence of jealousy and slavery, the pain of human possession, and the depth of faith and compassion. It reveals the unique turmoil of a proud woman who is sold, but through dignity, strength, and the conviction of her beliefs is never truly a slave, and how she taught her son and granddaughter the spirit of faith, the strength of hope, and belief in the invincible bonds that tie a family together.

Schon seit dem 19. Jahrhundert ist die frühe Planungsgeschichte von St. Peter in Rom zu Beginn des 16. Jahrhunderts ein wichtiges Thema kunsthistorischer Forschung. Dabei steht der sog. Pergamentplan von Donato Bramante, der lediglich als Entwurfsfragment erhalten ist, im Fokus der wissenschaftlichen Untersuchungen. In vorliegender Studie wird dieser Plan umfassend analysiert und mit anderen Text- und Bildmaterialien in einen historischen Kontext gesetzt, der von architektonischen Vorläufern aus der spätantiken Kaiserzeit bis zur barocken Planungsphase von St. Peter im 17. Jahrhundert reicht. Auf Grundlage verschiedener wissenschaftlicher Vorgehensweisen soll vor allem die Grundsatzfrage beantwortet werden, ob es sich beim Pergamentplan um einen Zentral- oder Longitudinalbau gehandelt hat. Neubewertung von Bramantes Pergamentplan im Kontext kunsthistorischer Text- und Bildmaterialien Antwort auf die Frage, ob es sich beim Pergamentplan um einen Zentral- oder Longitudinalbau handelt Kritische Betrachtung der Forschungsliteratur

Perhaps few other frontiersmen of the early Revolutionary period were as complicated as the notorious Simon Girty. A native of Pennsylvania, Girty spent years of his childhood as a captive of the Seneca, eventually assimilating into its culture. During Lord Dunmore's War, Girty fought alongside Simon Kenton and Daniel Boone as a spy and scout for the British forces. Although initially supporting the Americans in the Revolution, Girty switched sides in 1778 and fought the remainder of the war against the colonials. After the war, Girty continued to fight against American encroachment on native territories. He settled in Canada and died there in 1818. His unusual life reflected the decades during which the "middle ground" was built and contested by native Americans and the British and French colonial empires.

Have you ever wondered about the events that laid the foundations of the United States of America? This title explores the reasons and people involved in the creation and signing of The Declaration of Independence. Special features include sidebars, infographics, on-page definitions, online search sidebar, further evidence sidebar and primary sources. This title also includes a timeline, glossary, Web links, index, and common core activities. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing.

The early German Enlightenment is seen as a reform movement that broke free from traditional ties without falling into anti-Christian and extremist positions. But how did the works which were radical and critical of religion during this period come about? And how do they relate to the dominant 'moderate' Enlightenment?

Oxford Town and Gown came together in 1771 as Paving Commissioners, the city's principal local government body. Within thirty years this collaboration transformed Oxford from a medieval to a modern city.

Italienische Literatur entsteht um 1600 in einem Schnittpunkt von poetologischen und religiösen Normierungsbestrebungen und unter wachsamer Beobachtung sowohl seitens einer kritisch diskutierenden literarischen Gemeinschaft als auch der gegenreformatorischen Zensur und Inquisition. Kirchliche Autoritäten kontrollieren die Literatur von außen, während die Literaten in einem Dialog des Aushandelns von Normen und der wachsamen Beratung und Kritik untereinander begriffen sind. Der Titel dieses Bandes benennt dies mit dem Begriff der ,Observanz' in seiner Doppelbedeutung von ,Beobachtung' und ,Regelbeachtung'. Diese Situation nur als äußere Beschränkung künstlerischen Schaffens zu fassen, wäre freilich reduktiv. Anhand von Texten unterschiedlicher medialer und gattungspoetischer Formate vom Epos bis zur Oper wird gezeigt, wie zwischen 1550 und 1650 dichterische Kreativität unter den besonderen Bedingungen dieser doppelten Observanz zu Lösungen, Evasionen oder Immunisierungen gelangt; wie Autoren auf die textuelle und mediale Gestalt ihrer Werke und auf die Gestaltung oder auch Verhüllung ihrer Autorschaft achtgeben und wie andererseits die Aufmerksamkeit der Rezipierenden auf Problemlagen fokussiert oder aber zerstreut werden kann.

Schriftlichkeit und Mündlichkeit prägen das Gerichtswesen der Vormoderne. Zunehmend gewannen schriftliche Elemente an Bedeutung, ohne die Mündlichkeit, nicht zuletzt bei der Entscheidungsfindung der Gerichte, ganz zu verdrängen. Die Beiträge des Bandes beleuchten das Wechselspiel schriftlicher und mündlicher Verfahrenselemente aus allgemein- und rechtshistorischer sowie archivalischer Sicht bis hin zur digitalen Erschließung von Gerichtsakten.

"In this light, whimsical narrative, young readers learn how Franklin came to be a rebel, beginning with his childhood lesson in street smarts when he buys a whistle at an inflated price. Franklin is a defiant boy who runs away from his apprenticeship, and while he becomes a deep thinker, a brilliant scientist, and a persuasive writer when he grows up, he never loses that spark. As a community leader who tries his best to promote peace and unity both between the colonies and with Great Britain, he becomes more and more convinced that independence for the American colonies is the way forward"--

Frommer's comprehensive guide to New England fans across this quintessentially American region to show readers how to explore quaint villages, historic sites dating to the country's earliest days, and bustling cities. In this region nature decked out in four seasons of finery, from ravishing autumn leaves and wintry ski slopes to glittering lakes and seashores in summer. And with Frommer's, you can count on the sort of honest talk and useful insider tips that have been the brand's hallmark for more than 60 years. Whether your budget is large or small, Frommer's equips you with everything you need to discover New England like a local. *Helpful maps, including a fully-detachable fold-out map *Strategic itineraries, including for families and weeklong stays, so you can make the most of your time *Candid reviews of the best restaurants, attractions, tours, shops, and experiences-and advice on the ones not worth your time and money *Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, costs, telephone numbers, and more *Budget-planning help with the lowdown on prices and ways to save money, whether you're traveling on a shoestring or in the lap of luxury * Insightful context about New England's history and culture for a deeper understanding of this fascinating area About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommers.

'A wonderful showcase of the most exciting work happening in Black British History and a rousing call to action. Essential reading!' Christienna Fryar, historian of Britain and the Caribbean'A forceful revolt against Eurocentric history and imperialist nostalgia, this illuminates the everyday lives and interconnected freedom struggles of generations of Black people in Britain, particularly Black women. An indispensable resource' W. Chris Johnson, University of Toronto'They can destroy our landing cards, but they'll never erase our history! Packed with lucid, rigorous and groundbreaking new research, this is essential reading' Kevin Searle, editorial board, History MattersThe history of African and Caribbean people in Britain is centuries long. Although integral to, and indivisible from 'British history', it is usually treated as a footnote - or forgotten altogether. But with the flourishing of the Black Lives Matter uprisings, and fierce debates around the legacies of colonialism, has come a renewed hunger for the recovery of this history. Edited by leading historian Hakim Adi, Many Struggles includes contributions from an array of emerging historians and scholar-activists. Covering the sixteenth to the late twentieth centuries, the book reveals the long history of African and Caribbean people in Britain. Drawing on new archival research, Many Struggles emphasises often-neglected themes such as local histories, women, gender and political activism.  Hakim Adi was the first person of African heritage to be appointed a professor of history in Britain, and currently teaches at the University of Chichester. He is the author of numerous books including African and Caribbean People in Britain: A History, West Africans in Britain 1900-1960 and Pan-Africanism: A History. He has made numerous documentary film, television and radio appearances, and is included in the book 100 Great Black Britons.

"Original English title: The 1619 project: born on the water"--Title page verso.

A servant girl escapes from a settlement. She carries nothing with her but her wits, a few possessions, and her faith in god. What she finds is beyond the limits of her imagination and will bend her belief of everything that her own civilization has taught her, telling the story of America in miniature at a hinge point in history.

Anxiety about the threat of atheism was rampant in the early modern period yet, paradoxically, examples of openly-expressed irreligious opinion are surprisingly rare. This book offers a detailed analysis of three cases, and contrasts the real 'assurance' shown by such figures with the doubts expressed, often privately, by believers.