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"Gibbon" written by means of James Cotter Morison is an in-depth biography of the eminent historian Edward Gibbon, first-class recognized for his epic work "The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire." Morison gives readers a complete evaluate of Gibbon's lifestyles, from his early life in England to his educational aspirations and literary accomplishments. The biography appears into Gibbon's childhood, his research at Oxford University, and his prolonged travels around Europe. Morison delves into Gibbon's highbrow development and fascination with records, philosophy, and literature, which subsequently drove him to start on his big historical endeavor. Morison's storyline revolves round Gibbon's magnum opus, "The Decline and Fall," which converted the have a look at of Roman records and continues to be taken into consideration a seminal painting in the discipline. Morison examines Gibbon's method, storytelling fashion, and interpretation of historical activities, supplying perception into the writer's motivations and affects. Morison also investigates Gibbon's personal existence, consisting of his interactions with own family, friends, and coworkers, as well as his political and spiritual beliefs. Morison's diligent research and scholarly evaluation provide a brilliant portrayal of Gibbon as a complicated and multidimensional individual whose impact maintains to reverberate in the have a look at of records even today.

James Cotter Morison provides a comprehensive biography of the English historian Edward Gibbon, best known for his monumental work The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. Drawing on extensive research, Morison offers a detailed portrait of Gibbon's life and intellectual legacy.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.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1884 Edition.

Gibbon by James Cotter Morison. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1879 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.

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Macaulay (1887) is a biography of the famous British historian, essayist, and politician, Thomas Babington Macaulay, written by James Cotter Morison. The book provides a comprehensive account of Macaulay's life, from his childhood in rural England to his rise to prominence as one of the most influential figures of the Victorian era.Morison delves into Macaulay's family background, his education at Cambridge University, and his early career as a lawyer and politician. He then explores Macaulay's literary achievements, including his seminal work, The History of England from the Accession of James II, which established him as one of the foremost historians of his time.The biography also examines Macaulay's political career, including his time as a member of parliament and his role as a reformer and advocate for social justice. Morison provides insight into Macaulay's complex personality, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his struggles with depression and anxiety.Throughout the book, Morison offers a nuanced and detailed portrait of Macaulay's life and legacy, highlighting his many accomplishments and contributions to British culture and society. Macaulay (1887) is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the life and work of this important historical figure.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 reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1889 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.

The Life and Times of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux - A.D. 1091-1153 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1877.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

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The Life and Times of Saint Bernard Abbot of Clairvaux AD 1091 to 1153 is a biographical book written by James Cotter Morison. The book details the life of Saint Bernard, a prominent abbot and theologian who lived during the 12th century. The book covers his early life, his entrance into the Cistercian order, and his rise to prominence as a religious leader. It also explores his theological writings and his role in the Crusades. The book provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of this important figure in Christian history.1884. This is the story of Saint Bernard, the founding abbot of Clairvaux Abbey in Burgundy and one of the most commanding Church leaders in the first half of the twelfth century. One of the greatest spiritual masters of all times and the most powerful propagator of the Cistercian reform, he was also a gifted spiritual writer. His Apologia is one of his most controversial and most popular works.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.

CONTENTSGibbon's Early Life Up To the Time of His Leaving OxfordAt LausanneIn the MilitiaThe Italian JourneyLiterary Schemes. - The History of Switzerland - Dissertation on the Sixth Eneid. - Father's Death. - Settlement in LondonLife in London. - Parliament. - The Board of Trade. - The Decline and Fall. - Migration to LausanneThe First Three Volumes of the Decline and FallThe Last Ten Years of His Life at LausanneThe Last Three Volumes of the Decline and FallLast Illness. - Death. - Conclusion