The collection features articles dictated to Colin Jones, known as The Happy Medium, by his Spirit Guides through automatic writing. It explores spiritual insights and revelations, offering readers a unique perspective on the eternal plan and the guidance provided by higher entities. The work invites contemplation on the nature of existence and the connections between the spiritual and physical realms.
Hospitals and Nursing in Ancien Regime and Revolutionary France
Focusing on the treatment of the poor in France from the seventeenth to the early nineteenth centuries, the book explores various institutions such as hospitals, poorhouses, military infirmaries, and reformatories for prostitutes. It delves into the distinct roles these establishments played in addressing poverty and social issues, highlighting the evolution of charitable practices and societal attitudes toward the marginalized during this period.
Focusing on urban economic change, this book offers a practical approach to real estate economics and public policy. It presents a unique framework that explores the underlying causes and effects of urban transformation, providing valuable insights for real estate investors and policymakers. By analyzing the interplay between urban dynamics and economic strategies, it aims to enhance understanding of how public policy influences real estate markets.
Have a more meaningful and successful time abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on values, attitudes, customs, and daily life will help you make the most of your visit, while tips on etiquette and communication will help you navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.
The day of 9 Thermidor (27 July 1794) is universally acknowledged as a major turning-point in the history of the French Revolution. Maximilien Robespierre, the most prominent member of the Committee of Public Safety, was planning to destroy one of the most dangerous plots that the Revolution had faced.
'Colin Jones knows as much about eighteenth century France as any man alive, and in this study he brings together his prodigious learning and robust curiosity to produce a book that should bring a smile to even the most sullen scholarly face ... Jones tells [his] tale with tremendous insight and wit, drawing on his knowledge of an astonishing array of disciplines and sub- disciplines, from the history of medicine to the history of art. Darrin M. McMahon, American Historical Review
Exploring Paris's rich history, Colin Jones highlights its evolution from a plague-ridden city in the Middle Ages to a vibrant cultural hub during the French Revolution and beyond. The narrative captures the city's allure through the eyes of historical figures like Emperor Julian and Henry Miller, while also delving into its artistic significance for Impressionist painters. Enhanced by photographs and feature boxes on notable events and personalities, this comprehensive account offers a vivid portrait of Paris's resilience and enduring charm, appealing to both history enthusiasts and travelers.
Paris has witnessed more extraordinary events than any other major city, from war, terror and occupation through to major political upheavals and artistic revolutions. This book traces the history of the French capital, as well as looking towards its future at the heart of Europe.
Tells the story of how the dazzlingly confident and secure monarchy Louis XIV, 'the Sun King', left to his successors in 1715 became the discredited, debt- ridden failure toppled by Revolution in 1789. This title also tells the further story of the bloody unravelling of the Revolution until its seizure by Napoleon. schovat popis
Images of a Mistress - Catalogue of the National Gallery London Exhibition 16 Oct 2002-12 Jan 2003
Jeanne-Antoinette Poisson, Marquise de Pompadour, was one of the most powerful women of her era. Born in 1721 in a relatively humble milieu to a father whose identity has never been confirmed, she married a man who was possibly her cousin. At the age of 24, through her own intelligence and beauty as well as the scheming of her relatives, she became the official mistress of Louis XV of France. Even though their physical relationship ended after five or six years, she remained the King's confidante and companion until her death in 1764. She amassed both great wealth, which she lavished on the decoration of various chateaux, and enormous power with which she promoted those who pleased her and demoted, or had imprisoned, those who did not. In the process she attracted both admiration and vicious criticism, in France and abroad.
