Bøger af John Fiske

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On Thursday, the 9th of July, 186-, Jean Bertaud and his son, well known at Orcival as living by poaching and marauding, rose at three o'clock in the morning, just at daybreak, to go fishing. Taking their tackle, they descended the charming pathway, shaded by acacias, which you see from the station at Evry, and which leads from the burg of Orcival to the Seine. They made their way to their boat, moored as usual some fifty yards above the wire bridge, across a field adjoining Valfeuillu, the imposing estate of the Count de Tremorel.

During the seventy years which elapsed between the overthrow of the Stuart dynasty and the victory of Wolfe on the Heights of Abraham, the relations between the American colonies and the British government were, on the whole, peaceful; and the history of the colonies, except for the great and romantic struggle with New France, would have been almost destitute of striking incidents. In view of the perpetual menace from France, it was clearly unwise for the British government to irritate the colonies, or do anything to weaken their loyalty; and they were accordingly left very much to themselves.

""How The United States Became A Nation"" is a historical non-fiction book written by John Fiske and first published in 1904. The book explores the development of the United States as a nation, from its early colonial roots to the end of the 19th century. Fiske examines the political, social, and economic factors that shaped the country's growth and expansion, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the westward movement. He also discusses the contributions of key figures such as George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Thomas Jefferson. Fiske's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to readers of all levels of historical knowledge. Overall, ""How The United States Became A Nation"" provides a comprehensive and insightful look into the formation and evolution of the United States as a nation.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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Five weeks ago to-day the idea of writing an essay upon the physiological effects of Tobacco and Alcohol had never occurred to us. Nevertheless, the study of physiology and pathology-especially as relating to the action of narcotic-stimulants upon nutrition-has for several years afforded us, from time to time, agreeable recreation. And being called upon, in the discharge of a regularly-recurring duty, to review Mr. Parton's book entitled "Smoking and Drinking," it seemed worth while, in justice to the subject, to go on writing, -until the present volume was the result

The commissary of police at first refused to listen to the women, but their importunities so fatigued him that he at length acceded to their request. He sent for the corporal of gendarmes, with two of his men, called into requisition the services of a locksmith, and, thus accompanied, followed the neighbours of the Widow Lerouge. La Jonchere owes some celebrity to the inventor of the sliding railway, who for some years past has, with more enterprise than profit, made public trials of his system in the immediate neighbourhood. It is a hamlet of no importance, resting upon the slope of the hill which overlooks the Seine between La Malmaison and Bougival. It is about twenty minutes' walk from the main road, which, passing by Rueil and Port-Marly, goes from Paris to St. Germain, and is reached by a steep and rugged lane, quite unknown to the government engineers.

It is always difficult in history to mark the beginning and end of a period. Events keep rushing on and do not pause to be divided into chapters; or, in other words, in the history which really takes place, a new chapter is always beginning long before the old one is ended. The divisions we make when we try to describe it are merely marks that we make for our own convenience. In telling the story of the American Revolution we must stop somewhere, and the inauguration of President Washington is a very proper place. We must also begin somewhere, but it is quite clear that it will not do to begin with the Declaration of Independence in July, 1776, or even with the midnight ride of Paul Revere in April, 1775.

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El libro ""El Gobierno Civil En Los Estados Unidos Considerado Con Relacion A Sus Origenes"" (1906) escrito por John Fiske, es un an�����lisis exhaustivo del sistema pol������tico de los Estados Unidos y su origen. El autor examina la historia del gobierno civil en el pa������s, desde la �����poca colonial hasta la fundaci������n de la Rep������blica. Fiske tambi�����n explora las influencias que dieron forma al sistema pol������tico estadounidense, incluyendo las ideas de los fil������sofos europeos y las tradiciones pol������ticas inglesas.El libro se divide en dos partes principales. La primera parte se centra en la historia del gobierno civil en los Estados Unidos, desde la colonizaci������n hasta la Revoluci������n Americana. La segunda parte se enfoca en la fundaci������n de la Rep������blica y el establecimiento del sistema pol������tico estadounidense.Fiske presenta una visi������n cr������tica y anal������tica del sistema pol������tico estadounidense, destacando sus fortalezas y debilidades. Tambi�����n discute la importancia de la constituci������n y la separaci������n de poderes en el gobierno estadounidense.En resumen, ""El Gobierno Civil En Los Estados Unidos Considerado Con Relacion A Sus Origenes"" es una obra fundamental para entender la historia y el sistema pol������tico de los Estados Unidos, escrita por uno de los m�����s importantes historiadores y pensadores estadounidenses del siglo XIX.This Book Is In Spanish.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.

The Idea of God as Affected by Modern Knowledge

IN publishing this somewhat rambling and unsystematic series of papers, in which I have endeavoured to touch briefly upon a great many of the most important points in the study of mythology, I think it right to observe that, in order to avoid confusing the reader with intricate discussions, I have sometimes cut the matter short, expressing myself with dogmatic definiteness where a sceptical vagueness might perhaps have seemed more becoming. In treating of popular legends and superstitions, the paths of inquiry are circuitous enough, and seldom can we reach a satisfactory conclusion until we have travelled all the way around Robin Hood's barn and back again.

The question of a future life is generally regarded as lying outside the range of legitimate scientific discussion. Yet while fully admitting this, one does not necessarily admit that the subject is one with regard to which we are forever debarred from entertaining an opinion. Now our opinions on such transcendental questions must necessarily be affected by the total mass of our opinions on the questions which lie within the scope of scientific inquiry; and from this point of view it becomes of surpassing interest to trace the career of Humanity within that segment of the universe which is accessible to us.

The Beginnings of New England Or the Puritan Theocracy in its Relations to Civil

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Civil Government in the United States Considered with Some Reference to Its Orig

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1902 Edition.

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El libro ""El Gobierno Civil En Los Estados Unidos Considerado Con Relacion A Sus Origenes (1906)"" escrito por John Fiske, es una obra que se centra en el estudio y an�����lisis del gobierno civil de los Estados Unidos, desde sus inicios hasta el momento en que fue publicado. El autor se enfoca en la historia y los or������genes de este sistema de gobierno, as������ como en su evoluci������n a lo largo del tiempo. Fiske explora los principios fundamentales en los que se basa el gobierno civil estadounidense, como la separaci������n de poderes y la democracia representativa. Adem�����s, el autor examina la influencia de la Constituci������n y otros documentos hist������ricos en la estructura del gobierno y en la vida pol������tica de la naci������n.El libro tambi�����n aborda temas como la relaci������n entre el gobierno federal y los estados, la importancia de los partidos pol������ticos y la participaci������n ciudadana en la toma de decisiones pol������ticas. En resumen, ""El Gobierno Civil En Los Estados Unidos Considerado Con Relacion A Sus Origenes (1906)"" es una obra esencial para comprender la historia y el funcionamiento del sistema pol������tico estadounidense, y es una herramienta valiosa para aquellos interesados en la pol������tica y la historia de los Estados Unidos.This Book Is In Spanish.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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""New France and New England"" is a historical book written by John Fiske. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the colonization of North America by the French and the English. The author explores the cultural, economic, and political differences between the two colonies and how they shaped the development of the region. The book covers topics such as the religious conflicts, the struggle for control of the fur trade, and the interactions between the colonizers and the indigenous peoples. Fiske also examines the impact of the French and Indian War on the colonies and how it ultimately led to the British dominance in North America. Through detailed research and analysis, ""New France and New England"" offers a comprehensive overview of the early history of North America and the colonization efforts of the French and English.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 work just mentioned 1 is especially interesting as an attempt to bring the probable destiny of the human soul into connection with the modern theories which explain the past and future career of the physical universe in accordance with the principle of continuity. Its authorship is as yet unknown, but it is believed to be the joint production of two of the most eminent physicists in Great Britain, and certainly the accurate knowledge and the ingenuity and subtlety of thought displayed in it are such as to lend great probability to this conjecture. Some account of the argument it contains may well precede the suggestions presently to be set forth concerning the Unseen World; and we shall find it most convenient to begin, like our authors, with a brief statement of what the principle of continuity teaches as to the proximate beginning and end of the visible universe. I shall in the main set down only results, having elsewhere 2 given a simple exposition of the arguments upon which these results are founded.

Myths and Mythmakers: Old Tales and Superstitions Interpreted by Comparative Mythology is a book written by John Fiske that explores the origins and meanings of myths and legends from various cultures. Fiske uses comparative mythology to analyze the similarities and differences between myths from different cultures, including Greek, Roman, Norse, and Indian mythology. The book also delves into the role of myths in society and how they shape our understanding of the world. Fiske argues that myths are not just stories but are also reflections of the culture and beliefs of the people who created them. This book is an insightful exploration of the power of myths and their enduring influence on human culture.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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