Robert Walsh, Jr. war ein Publizist und Diplomat, der sich nach seiner Rückkehr in die Vereinigten Staaten im Jahr 1808 der Literatur zuwandte. Er gehörte zu den ersten Studenten des Georgetown College, wo er 1801 seinen Abschluss machte. Während einer zweijährigen Europareise trug er Artikel über amerikanische Institutionen zu Pariser und Londoner Zeitungen bei. 1811 gründete er die erste amerikanische Vierteljahresschrift, den American Review of History and Politics, und widmete sich fortan ganz der Literatur.
This influential quarterly publication provides a fascinating insight into the political, cultural, and social climate of early 19th century America. With contributions from leading writers, thinkers, and scholars of the time, this review is a valuable resource for anyone interested in this pivotal period in American history.
Focusing on the British Levant Company, this historical account delves into its operations in the eastern Mediterranean from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century. Utilizing primary sources, including the company's records, Robert Walsh offers insights into its financial dealings and political impact. This work serves as a vital resource for scholars of British trade and imperialism, as well as those intrigued by the Mediterranean's historical landscape.
Catherine E. Walsh examines social struggles for survival in societies deeply marked by the systemic violence of coloniality to identify practices that may cultivate the possibility of living otherwise.
She's meant to be catching flights, not catching feelings...Molly and Andrew are just trying to get home to Ireland for the holidays, when a freak snowstorm grounds their flight. Nothing romantic has ever happened between them: they're friends and that's all. But once a year, for the last ten years, Molly has spent seven hours and fifteen minutes sitting next to Andrew on the last flight before Christmas from Chicago to Dublin, drinking terrible airplane wine and catching up on each other's lives. In spite of all the ways the two friends are different, it's the holiday tradition neither of them has ever wanted to give up. Molly isn't that bothered by Christmas, but--in yet another way they're total opposites--Andrew is a full-on fanatic for the festive season and she knows how much getting back to Ireland means to him. So, instead of doing the sane thing and just celebrating the holidays together in America, she does the stupid thing. The irrational thing. She vows to get him home. And in time for his mam's famous Christmas dinner. The clock is ticking. But Molly always has a plan. And--as long as the highly-specific combination of taxis, planes, boats, and trains all run on time--it can't possibly go wrong. What she doesn't know is that, as the snow falls over the city and over the heads of two friends who are sure they're not meant to be together, the universe might just have a plan of its own... -- Amazon.com description
Southern California can be called a sunny place for shady people. Its criminal history is as rich and varied as anywhere. Old West outlaws, serial killers, gangsters and thieves have all robbed, raided, killed and died south of Sacramento. Home to the movie business, Los Angeles has long been a place of bright lights and dark deeds. Major Raymond Lisenba, California's last man to hang, committed murder-by-rattlesnake. Fueled by a half-pint of illegal whiskey, Dallas Egan danced his way to the gallows. Yacht Bandit Lloyd Sampsell cruised California's coast like a latter-day buccaneer, only visiting dry land for another robbery. Joaquin Murieta terrorized the goldfields and Southern California, entering Californian history and folklore in the process. Billy Cook entered popular culture (and San Quentin's gas chamber), inspiring The Doors' Riders on the Storm and classic film The Hitcher. James Rabbit Kendrick's execution inspired friend and fellow-convict Merle Haggard to go straight. Haggard immortalized Kendrick with country classic Sing Me Back Home. Some are well-remembered, others long forgotten, but all have their own place in California's chronicles of crime.
The second volume of Didactics emphasizes its significance to literature, offering valuable insights for scholars and future generations. Presented in its original print format, the book retains intentional marks and annotations, preserving its authentic nature and historical context. This approach highlights the work's enduring relevance and commitment to maintaining its literary integrity.
This edition of The American Quarterly Review, No. 17 from March 1831, features classic literature deemed significant throughout history. Aimed at preservation, it presents the original text and artwork in a high-quality format, ensuring clarity and readability. The work has been reformatted and retyped rather than scanned, making it accessible for both present and future generations. This collection highlights the importance of maintaining literary heritage.