Bøger af George Douglas Brewerton

This book is a fascinating narrative of Brewerton's experiences as a soldier in the Mexican-American War and his journey to the western United States to settle in a border town. He sheds light on the lives of the indigenous people and gives an interesting perspective on the early days of western settlement. The book is a captivating account of the challenges faced by settlers in the region and the struggles for survival amidst hostile surroundings.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Fitz Poodle At Newport: An Incident Of The Season is a book written by George Douglas Brewerton. The story revolves around Fitz, a poodle who is taken to Newport, Rhode Island by his owner, Mrs. Van der Luyden. Fitz is a pampered dog who is used to living a luxurious life and being the center of attention. However, when he arrives in Newport, he finds himself in a new environment with new people and new challenges.The book follows Fitz's adventures as he navigates his way through Newport's high society, encountering various characters and situations along the way. Fitz's interactions with the other dogs and people in Newport provide a humorous and entertaining look at the social scene of the time.Throughout the book, Brewerton uses Fitz's perspective to comment on the social norms and expectations of the upper class. Fitz's observations and reactions to the people and events around him provide a satirical commentary on the culture of Newport's elite.Overall, Fitz Poodle At Newport: An Incident Of The Season is a charming and witty book that offers a unique perspective on the social scene of Newport in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Newport or the social satire of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Contents Include: From Los Angeles To The Mojave, From The Archilette To Little Salt Lake, Incidents Of Travel In New Mexico.

The War In Kansas: A Rough Trip To The Border, Among New Homes And A Strange People is a historical book written by George Douglas Brewerton in 1856. The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the period of the Kansas-Nebraska Act, which led to the creation of the state of Kansas. The author, who was a journalist, traveled to Kansas to report on the conflict between pro-slavery and anti-slavery forces in the territory. The book describes the author's journey from New York to Kansas, where he witnessed the violent clashes between the two groups. He also observed the establishment of new settlements and the struggles of the people living there. The author provides a vivid description of the harsh living conditions, the political tensions, and the social unrest that characterized the period. The War In Kansas: A Rough Trip To The Border, Among New Homes And A Strange People is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a critical period in American history. It provides a unique perspective on the events that led up to the Civil War and the struggle for the abolition of slavery. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, and social issues.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This is a new release of the original 1930 edition.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This is a curated and comprehensive collection of the most important works covering matters related to national security, diplomacy, defense, war, strategy, and tactics. The collection spans centuries of thought and experience, and includes the latest analysis of international threats, both conventional and asymmetric. It also includes riveting first person accounts of historic battles and wars.Some of the books in this Series are reproductions of historical works preserved by some of the leading libraries in the world. As with any reproduction of a historical artifact, some of these books contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. We believe these books are essential to this collection and the study of war, and have therefore brought them back into print, despite these imperfections.We hope you enjoy the unmatched breadth and depth of this collection, from the historical to the just-published works.

Gold had just been discovered in California at the close of the Mexican War when Kit Carson started east from Los Angeles with Dispatches. This book gives an account of the encounters with Indians and white adventurers and the hardships that accompanied anyone who undertook such a long journey in a sparsely populated country.