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The self and how it relates to its surrounding world and history is a main concern of the humanities and social sciences. This book addresses the issue by discussing various modes of studying and defining the self, based on a wide span of sources from medieval Western Scandinavia, c. 800-1500, such as archeological evidence, art and architecture, documents, literature, and runic inscriptions.

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Nicolaus von Vicken (1571 bis nach 1625) ist als Briefpartner Johannes Keplers und erster Leser seiner "Astronomie Nova" eine durchaus relevante Figur der Wissenschaftsgeschichte, und dieses Buch ist seine wissenschaftliche Biographie, auf der Basis von Briefen, Gerichtsakten, seinem Stammbuch und anderen Dokumenten aus mehr als 20 Archiven und Bibliotheken in ganz Europa.Doch gleichzeitig wird hier ein Leben nachvollzogen, das in Teilen auch einem Abenteuerroman entsprungen sein könnte. Denn außer Astronom war von Vicken auch Astrologe, Alchemist, Bergrat, Stahlhersteller, Autor einer Schrift über die Handlesekunst - die Liste ließe sich fortsetzen. Im Dienst mehrerer Kaiser, Könige und anderer Fürsten erlebt von Vicken Kriege, von den Rigaer Kalenderunruhen über den polnisch-schwedischen Krieg 1600-1629 und die Türkenkriege bis zur Schlacht am Weißen Berg. Er ist Agent am Hof Kaiser Rudolfs II, wird des Hochverrats am polnischen König angeklagt, mehrfach inhaftiert, und der schwedische König bietet an, Bäume zu schicken, damit Nicolaus und einer seiner Brüder daran aufgehängt werden können. Sein Leben lässt ihn mit zahlreichen Größen der Geschichte zusammentreffen, aber auch mit weniger bekannten und dafür umso schillernden Persönlichkeiten, und führt von Riga über Leipzig, Norddeutschland, den Harz, Wolfenbüttel und Prag bis nach Schlesien und Siebenbürgen. Von Vicken jagt geheimnisvollen Manuskripten und magischen Ringen hinterher, stellt astronomische Beobachtungen an, fährt in Bergwerke ein, heuert Söldner an und versucht das Unrecht zu rächen, das seinem Vater widerfuhr. Und stets erfindet er sich als Renaissancemensch selbst neu.

Almost All Aliens offers a unique reinterpretation of immigration in the history of the United States.

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Essai sur le mérite et la vertu est une oeuvre écrite Denis Diderot.L'Essai sur le mérite et la vertu peut-être considéré comme le premier texte anglais qui reconnait à l'homme un sens moral naturel. De ce fait, depuis ce texte l'homme est en mesure d'être vertueux sans être catholique.

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Kerron Anttalaisen sukupolvista Karjalankannaksella kolmensadan vuoden ajalta. Esitän paljon kuvioita perheiden rakenteista ja sukulaissuhteista. Ensimmäisessä osassa (¿ sisällöstä) palataan 1600-luvulle ja siirrytään Uudenkirkon pitäjän Anttanalan kylään. Kerron seitsemästä pääsukuhaarasta sekä niiden jakautumisesta Uudenkirkon ja sen ympäristön kyliin.Toisessa osassa (¿ sisällöstä) jatkan Hännilän sukuhaaran tarkastelua kahdensadan vuoden ajalta talvisodan alkamiseen saakka. Kerron koko kylän asukkaista, koska kaikki perheet sukunimeen katsomatta olivat keskenään joko läheistä tai kaukaista sukua.Mistä polveutuvat Anttalaiset?On meillä juuret karjalaisetYllö Laurinpoika Uudellakirkolla asusteliAnttanalan polkuja tallusteliVuonna 1669 hän vielä eliYllön vanhimmista pojistaEsi-isistä ikiomistaAnttalaiset polveutuvatSukujuuret haarautuvatLuodaan heistä mielikuvat

Sagar and Opu, two cousin sisters, were born in an island of idyllic beauty, named Sandwip in the southern tip of East Bengal - a part of British India before Independence. Bengal played a significant role in the freedom struggle and these girls grew up in that ambience. But the course of their life was vitiated by the communal riots of 1946, and the partition of Bengal in 1947. Like lakhs of refugees, they too faced harrowing times before they could resettle in the truncated India through struggle for many years.Long life came as a curse to the life of Opu. As a refugee she had chosen Assam for her new habitat. Now, after living in India for nearly sixty long years, she faced the challenge of proving herself as an Indian citizen through documented evidence. Opu's devotion for Mother India and loyalty to the state were of no consequence.In absence of these papers, what happened to her? How was an old teacher treated by the society and the state? Where was her sister, Sagar during this crisis?How did a person born in Bharatvarsha lose his Bharatiya identity? Did the state, the British India or the independent Republic of India ensure issuing a birth certificate to all people born on its territory?About the author: Swapan Chaudhuri, a published author (Hridoypur Junction, a Bengali fiction, ISBN: 9789350203675 Mitra and Ghosh, 2019), has dealt in this novel the question of human tragedy caused by unwise intervention of the state, bringing untold misery to countless people.The reader may give feedback on the novel totwosistersthebook@gmail.com

William Westwood was only sixteen when he was transported from Essex as a convict for stealing a coat. After landing in New South Wales and being assigned to a cruel master who would have him flogged at any opportunity, he decided that he would reclaim his freedom by any means necessary. Years later, as an inmate on Norfolk Island, a place known as the Isle of Despair, William Westwood immortalised his life in written word, and it is reproduced here in full, along with transcriptions of his letters. Contemporary news reports and a collection of images help to fill the gaps and more fully immerse the reader in the world of the notorious "Jackey Jackey".

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Dieses Buch stellt jene beiden Protagonisten, Mussolini und Hitler, in den Mittelpunkt, denen es im Gegensatz zu ihren Epigonen tatsächlich gelang, ein faschistisches Herrschaftssystem auf lange Zeit in Europa zu etablieren. Die Veröffentlichung richtet sich vorrangig an Lehrende der Sekundarstufe I und II (Gymnasien und Mittelschulen). Ziel ist es, das "Arbeitswissen", welches die Grundlage jedes Geschichtsunterrichtes bildet, zu schärfen bzw. zu vertiefen.Herzlich willkommen sind freilich aber alle an diesem Thema und an Geschichte interessierte Leserinnen und Leser.

"Tilbage til Stenalderen" henvender sig til alle, som interesserer sig for menneskers urgamle rødder i naturen. Bogen tager læseren med på en opdagelsesrejse tilbage til Skandinaviens ældre jægerstenalder for 9000 år siden, der var en tid med store udfordringer, herunder dramatiske klimaændringer med voldsomme havstigninger og indvandrende jægerfolk fra øst. Blandt meget andet fortælles om jagt og fiskeri, dyreverden, shamanisme, arkæologi, forhistorisk håndværk og praktisk fremstilling og anvendelse af forskelligt grej og udstyr. Bogen er velegnet til undervisning, samt inspiration til bushcraft, friluftsliv, lystfiskeri, eksperimentel arkæologi, research og spændende oplevelsesture m.v. Let læst og rigt illustreret med 150 fotos i sort-hvid og farve. Bogens forord er skrevet af Nationalmuseets direktør Rane Willerslev.

Kirja kertoo Helsingin postitoimipaikkojen kehityksen vuosista 1965/66 aina vuoteen 2020.Tämä kirja on Helsingin postitoimipaikat kirjasarjan kolmas osa.Posti- ja telelaitos muuttui liikelaitokseksi 1.1.1990.Liikelaitokseksi muuttuminen näkyi toimipaikka verkoston supistumisena ja toimipaikkojen muuttumisena yrittäjä posteiksi.

During the early modern centuries, gunpowder and artillery revolutionized warfare, and armies grew rapidly. To sustain their new military machines, the European rulers turned increasingly to their civilian subjects, making all levels of civil society serve the needs of the military.This volume examines civil-military interaction in the multinational Swedish Realm in 1550-1800, with a focus on its eastern part, present-day Finland, which was an important supply region and battlefield bordered by Russia. Sweden was one of the frontrunners of the Military Revolution in the 16th and 17th centuries. The crown was eager to adapt European models, but its attempts to outsource military supply to civilians in a realm lacking people, capital, and resources were not always successful.This book aims at explaining how the army utilized civilians - burghers, peasants, entrepreneurs - to provision itself, and how the civil population managed to benefit from the cooperation. The chapters of the book illustrate the different ways in which Finnish civilians took part in supplying war efforts, e.g. how the army made deals with businessmen to finance its military campaigns and how town and country people were obliged to lodge and feed soldiers.The European armies' dependence on civilian maintenance has received growing scholarly attention in recent years, and Civilians and Military Supply in Early Modern Finland brings a Nordic perspective to the debate.

For over two centuries, Finland has been inspiring, delighting, baffling, and terrifying British visitors and writers. This volume collects a remarkable array of Finnish-British encounters and adventures in both countries - including the perils of Finnish horses in the nineteenth century and Finnish drivers in the twentieth, Sibelius' and Mannerheim's repeated visits to England, several daunting (and sometimes life-threatening) crossings of the border with Russia, the challenges of dentistry in the wilds of 1950s Lapland, and the inevitably awkward collisions of traditional British sensibilities with traditional Finnish sauna culture. Several accounts are included from British visitors who lived and worked for months or years in Finland, providing deeper and more nuanced observations of periods ranging from the tense, austere postwar years to the turn of the millennium. The long historical perspective shows how experiences and perceptions have changed - or, sometimes, persisted - on perennial themes such as Finnish education, the Kalevala, and the sauna. A selection of English poems about Finland completes the collection.

Nordisk religion og Religionsskiftet i Norden indeholder to mindre skrifter af Vilhelm Grønbech. I første del - Nordisk religion - skitseres, hvilken rolle de religiøse forestillinger havde i vikingetidens ættesamfund. I anden del - Religionsskiftet i Norden - beskriver Grønbech den særegne overgang fra hedenskab til kristendom, som kendetegnede religionsskiftet i Norden.

Step into the heart of the American Civil War with ""Battery D: First Rhode Island Light Artillery in the Civil War,"" a riveting account that brings to life the valor and sacrifice of a remarkable artillery unit. Originally penned by George C. Sumner, this compelling narrative captures the essence of courage and camaraderie amidst the chaos of battle, making it a must-read for history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.This book chronicles the journey of Battery D, a unit that played a pivotal role in the Civil War from 1861 to 1865. Through vivid storytelling and firsthand accounts, readers will experience the harrowing realities of war, the strategic maneuvers of Civil War battles, and the indomitable spirit of the soldiers who fought for their beliefs. As you delve into these historical accounts, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the sacrifices made by Rhode Island artillery units and the broader tapestry of United States Civil War history.After being out of print for decades, Alpha Editions is proud to present this restored edition, ensuring that the legacy of Battery D endures for today's and future generations. This is not just a reprint; it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure that honors the stories of Civil War veterans. With its rich detail and emotional depth, this book stands as a testament to the bravery of those who served and the complexities of military history.Whether you're a dedicated collector of regimental history books or a newcomer eager to explore the intricacies of American Civil War artillery, ""Battery D: First Rhode Island Light Artillery in the Civil War"" offers an inspiring glimpse into the past. Don't miss your chance to own this essential piece of military history-order your copy today and join the ranks of those who cherish the stories of our nation's heroes.

Schwede, Amerikaner oder Schwedisch-Amerikaner? Diese Frage stellten sich viele schwedische Einwanderer in Bezug auf ihre kulturelle Identität in Seattle/Washington State ab 1890. Die Autorin befasst sich zum einen mit den Konflikten und Problemen schwedischer Einwanderer im Zuge ihres Akkulturationsprozesses. Zum anderen richtet sie ihren Blick auf die Versuche der Einwanderer, ihre schwedische kulturelle Identität im Schmelztiegel der amerikanischen Gesellschaft zu bewahren (cultural maintenance). Außerdem zeigt sie anhand von Fallbeispielen auf, wie die schwedische Gemeinde sich und ihr kulturelles Erbe ihren amerikanischen Mitmenschen präsentierte.