The Genius of Britain
Author : John Gilbert Cooper
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Page : 20 pages
File Size : 18,78 MB
Release : 1756
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Author : John Gilbert Cooper
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Page : 20 pages
File Size : 18,78 MB
Release : 1756
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Page : 102 pages
File Size : 20,3 MB
Release : 1780
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Author : Robert Uhlig
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 15,83 MB
Release : 2017-08-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 0007440332
The extraordinary history of British science, with commentary from Britain's greatest living scientists: Stephen Hawking, Richard Dawkins and James Dyson
Author : William Tasker
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Page : 32 pages
File Size : 10,68 MB
Release : 1778
Category : Anglo-French War, 1778-1783
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Author : Peter Watson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 846 pages
File Size : 17,98 MB
Release : 2010-09-16
Category : History
ISBN : 085720324X
From the end of the Baroque age and the death of Bach in 1750 to the rise of Hitler in 1933, Germany was transformed from a poor relation among western nations into a dominant intellectual and cultural force more influential than France, Britain, Italy, Holland, and the United States. In the early decades of the 20th century, German artists, writers, philosophers, scientists, and engineers were leading their freshly-unified country to new and undreamed of heights, and by 1933, they had won more Nobel prizes than anyone else and more than the British and Americans combined. But this genius was cut down in its prime with the rise and subsequent fall of Adolf Hitler and his fascist Third Reich-a legacy of evil that has overshadowed the nation's contributions ever since. Yet how did the Germans achieve their pre-eminence beginning in the mid-18th century? In this fascinating cultural history, Peter Watson goes back through time to explore the origins of the German genius, how it flourished and shaped our lives, and, most importantly, to reveal how it continues to shape our world. As he convincingly demonstarates, while we may hold other European cultures in higher esteem, it was German thinking-from Bach to Nietzsche to Freud-that actually shaped modern America and Britain in ways that resonate today.
Author : J.M Thomas
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 10,40 MB
Release : 1991-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780750301459
A self-educated man who knew no mathematics, Michael Faraday rose from errand boy to become one of Britain's greatest scientists. Faraday made the discoveries upon which most of twentieth-century technology is based and readers of this book will enjoy finding out in how many ways we are indebted to him. The story of his life speaks to us across the years and is a fascinating read, especially when the tale is told with the understanding and gusto that Professor Thomas-one of the UK's leading scientists-brings to the telling. Faraday took great trouble to make the latest discoveries of science, his own and others', intelligible to the layman, and the tradition he fostered has been kept alive ever since, so that the Royal Institution is as well known for its contributions to education as for its research. Written in a concise, nontechnical style, Michael Faraday and the Royal Institution: The Genius of Man and Place is a human account that provides an introduction to the roots of modern science and ways in which scientists work. The book is lavishly illustrated with drawings, cartoons, photographs, and letters-many never before published. There is no similar book on Faraday that interprets his genius in modern, everyday terms, making it understandable, interesting, and exciting reading for scientists and nonscientists alike.
Author : Nicholas Rankin
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 490 pages
File Size : 25,19 MB
Release : 2009-11-10
Category : History
ISBN : 0199756716
In February 1942, intelligence officer Victor Jones erected 150 tents behind British lines in North Africa. "Hiding tanks in Bedouin tents was an old British trick," writes Nicholas Rankin. German general Erwin Rommel not only knew of the ploy, but had copied it himself. Jones knew that Rommel knew. In fact, he counted on it--for these tents were empty. With the deception that he was carrying out a deception, Jones made a weak point look like a trap. In A Genius for Deception, Nicholas Rankin offers a lively and comprehensive history of how Britain bluffed, tricked, and spied its way to victory in two world wars. As Rankin shows, a coherent program of strategic deception emerged in World War I, resting on the pillars of camouflage, propaganda, secret intelligence, and special forces. All forms of deception found an avid sponsor in Winston Churchill, who carried his enthusiasm for deceiving the enemy into World War II. Rankin vividly recounts such little-known episodes as the invention of camouflage by two French artist-soldiers, the creation of dummy airfields for the Germans to bomb during the Blitz, and the fabrication of an army that would supposedly invade Greece. Strategic deception would be key to a number of WWII battles, culminating in the massive misdirection that proved critical to the success of the D-Day invasion in 1944. Deeply researched and written with an eye for telling detail, A Genius for Deception shows how the British used craft and cunning to help win the most devastating wars in human history.
Author : Winston Churchill
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 10,83 MB
Release : 2023-11-30
Category : Biography & Autobiography
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In 'The Birth of Britain (Complete Edition)' by Winston Churchill, readers are taken on a comprehensive journey through the history of Great Britain from the Roman conquest to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This historical masterpiece is presented in Churchill's signature eloquent and engaging style, blending scholarly rigor with vivid storytelling. As a prominent figure in British politics, Churchill offers a unique perspective on the nation's origins and early history, providing readers with valuable insights into the political and social contexts that shaped Britain's identity. Through detailed analysis and compelling narratives, Churchill brings the events and personalities of this crucial period to life, making history accessible and captivating for readers of all backgrounds. This book serves as an indispensable resource for those interested in the foundational moments of British history and the development of a distinct national character. 'The Birth of Britain' is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the forces that have shaped the British Isles and its people.
Author : Robert Anderson
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Page : 1292 pages
File Size : 18,25 MB
Release : 1795
Category : English poetry
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Author : British poets
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Page : 280 pages
File Size : 46,16 MB
Release : 1822
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