The Friends of Peace

The Friends of Peace
Author: J. E. Cookson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 344
Release: 1982-01-21
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780521239288

A study of the war-opposition in England during what has usually been presented as the great patriotic struggle against Revolutionary and Napoleonic France.

Men of Mark

Men of Mark
Author: Richard Welford
Publisher:
Total Pages: 712
Release: 2020-07-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9783337965402

Great Musical Composers: German, French, and Italian

Great Musical Composers: German, French, and Italian
Author: George T. Ferris
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 347
Release: 2023-10-04
Genre: Music
ISBN:

In 'Great Musical Composers: German, French, and Italian', George T. Ferris provides a comprehensive overview of the most influential composers from these three major European musical traditions. The book delves into the historical context and musical styles of each composer, offering detailed analyses of their most notable works. Ferris's writing is scholarly and informative, making this book an essential resource for music enthusiasts and students alike. The discussion of each composer's unique contributions to the development of music in their respective countries is both enlightening and engaging. Overall, the book serves as a valuable exploration of the rich musical heritage of Germany, France, and Italy. George T. Ferris, a renowned music historian and professor, brings his expertise and passion for music to this meticulously researched work. His deep understanding of the subject matter and engaging writing style make 'Great Musical Composers' a must-read for anyone interested in classical music history. I highly recommend this book to readers looking to deepen their knowledge of the great composers of Europe.

William Armstrong

William Armstrong
Author: Henrietta Heald
Publisher: McNidder and Grace Limited
Total Pages: 333
Release: 2011-03-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0857160354

William Armstrong was a brilliant and charismatic figure of the 19th Century – a self-made man whose achievements are now being more widely recognised. Inventor, scientist, engineer, and an early advocator of renewable energy, he built a pioneering house in Northumberland in the North East of England called Cragside, the first house in the world to be lit by hydroelectricity. Armstrong's industrial powerhouse Elswick Works on the Tyne employed over 25,000 people in its heyday manufacturing hydraulic cranes, warships and armaments. He was a visionary who was loved, and hated, and feared in equal measure. While he brought great fame and fortune to his native Newcastle upon Tyne, and to his country as a whole, he was condemned in some quarters as 'a merchant of death' for his manufacturing of weapons of war. 'This intimate, authoritative portrait reveals as never before the extraordinary achievements of a multi-faceted Victorian giant.' David Kynaston 'An excellent book – hugely enjoyable.' Alexander Armstrong