Bøger af David Duncan

Arctic Regions: Voyage to Davis' Strait is a book written by David Duncan in 1827. The book is a detailed account of his voyage to the Arctic regions, specifically Davis' Strait, which is a body of water between Greenland and Canada. The book is divided into chapters, each of which describes a different aspect of the voyage, including the preparations, the journey, the wildlife, and the interactions with the indigenous people. Duncan's descriptions of the Arctic landscape are vivid and detailed, painting a picture of a harsh and unforgiving environment. He describes the icebergs, glaciers, and frozen seas that dominate the region, as well as the wildlife that inhabits it, including polar bears, whales, and seals. The book also provides a glimpse into the culture and traditions of the Inuit people, whom Duncan encountered during his voyage. He describes their clothing, housing, and hunting practices, as well as their interactions with the European explorers who were beginning to venture into their territory. Overall, Arctic Regions: Voyage to Davis' Strait is a fascinating account of a journey into one of the most remote and inhospitable regions of the world. It provides a valuable historical perspective on the early exploration of the Arctic and the interactions between different cultures in this harsh and challenging environment.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.

A young boy spots a man in an all yellow suit walking down the sidewalk enjoying a huge slice of pie with his bare hands. The boy's curiosity sparks a fun back and forth conversation between the two. The boy looks on in shock as the man describes his unique and peculiar eating habits. Kids will ask parents to read the story again and again, as they will enjoy the humor and amusing images. And parents will be happy to oblige, as the words are crafted to roll off the tongue...and there are several teaching moments that parents can use to discuss good manners, a healthy diet, and more. Fellow in Yellow is a great book for young children and early readers. The book has rhyming throughout, lots of silliness, and vivid illustrations that capture the story perfectly!

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.

The Life and Letters of Herbert Spencer is a biographical book written by David Duncan that chronicles the life and works of the famous British philosopher and sociologist, Herbert Spencer. The book provides an in-depth look at Spencer's life, from his childhood and early education, to his rise as one of the most influential thinkers of his time. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Spencer's life and the second part consisting of a collection of his letters. The first part covers Spencer's childhood, education, and early career as a journalist, as well as his later work as a philosopher and sociologist. It also explores his personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, and his struggles with illness and depression. The second part of the book is a collection of Spencer's letters, which provide insights into his thoughts and ideas on a variety of topics, including politics, religion, and science. The letters are organized chronologically, allowing readers to follow Spencer's intellectual development over time. Overall, The Life and Letters of Herbert Spencer is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important thinkers of the 19th century. It offers a unique glimpse into Spencer's life and ideas, and is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of philosophy and sociology.1908. With seventeen illustrations. A biography of the British philosopher and sociologist, Herbert Spencer, who was a major figure in the intellectual life of the Victorian era. He was one of the principal proponents of evolutionary theory in the mid nineteenth century and his reputation rivaled that of Charles Darwin. This story of his life is based on selected correspondence and previously unpublished papers.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.

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The book will help you understand the heart of Jesus and the Father better, as you discover the prophetic journey to end the Old Covenant and reveal fully the New Covenant with its marriage.

The Making of Modern Law: Foreign, Comparative and International Law, 1600-1926, brings together foreign, comparative, and international titles in a single resource. Its International Law component features works of some of the great legal theorists, including Gentili, Grotius, Selden, Zouche, Pufendorf, Bijnkershoek, Wolff, Vattel, Martens, Mackintosh, Wheaton, among others. The materials in this archive are drawn from three world-class American law libraries: the Yale Law Library, the George Washington University Law Library, and the Columbia Law Library.Now for the first time, these high-quality digital scans of original works are available via print-on-demand, making them readily accessible to libraries, students, independent scholars, and readers of all ages.+++++++++++++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: +++++++++++++++Columbia University Law LibraryLP3C000860018510101The Making of Modern Law: Foreign, Comparative, and International Law, 1600-1926Edinburgh; London; Glasgow: William Oliphant and Sons; Hamilton, Adams, and Co.; David Robertson, 1851xii, 411 p. 18 cmUnited Kingdom

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 scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

One of the nineteenth century's most famous intellectuals, Herbert Spencer (1820-1903) coined the term 'survival of the fittest', which led to his being regarded as a Social Darwinist. Published in 1908 and based on his correspondence, this biography tracks his developing interests and assesses his character and significance.