Books with author W. H. Elliott

This epic history compares the empires built by Spain and Britain in the Americas, from Columbus’s arrival in the New World to the end of Spanish colonial rule in the early nineteenth century. J. H. Elliott, one of the most distinguished and versatile historians working today, offers us history on a grand scale, contrasting the worlds built by Britain and by Spain on the ruins of the civilizations they encountered and destroyed in North and South America.Elliott identifies and explains both the similarities and differences in the two empires’ processes of colonization, the character of their colonial societies, their distinctive styles of imperial government, and the independence movements mounted against them. Based on wide reading in the history of the two great Atlantic civilizations, the book sets the Spanish and British colonial empires in the context of their own times and offers us insights into aspects of this dual history that still influence the Americas.

Kingpin Wifeys Season 1 Volume 2 includes Part 5 - 8. The drama and intrigue continue in part 5. Lani mourns the loss of Chris, questions arise as to whether Black was involved in his death. Shamari fights a new case and Craig threatens to cut Jada off. Trey has unfinished business and is determined to find the girl arrested with Monte, but is taken by surprise when he finds the beauty he’s been searching for. Part 6 brings twists and turns as Starr confronts Trey about the package and his indiscretions and is faced with choosing to stay with the man who keeps breaking her heart or leave him. Mike brings the beef with Black to his doorstep which may cost him more than he’s willing to pay. Shamari is running from the Feds and out of time. Does he take his lawyer’s advice and turn himself in, or keep his plans with Jada?In Part 7, the beef with Black and Mike continues and Black is determined to get it all back: his son and his money! Shamari now has a completely new face and intends to do whatever it takes to remain free. Trey may have come to the end of the game when he’s pulled over by a State Trooper. And Lani has to finally realize that Black is nothing but bad news. Part 8, the finally will take your breath away as Lani, Starr and Jada face their biggest challenges of the season and al hell breaks loose as the women fight to hold onto the people and things that they love. Kingpin Wifeys Volume 2 will have you turning the pages and gasping for air at the same time!! Kingpin Wifeys Season IKingpin Wifeys Part 1- 3Kingpin Wifeys Part 4: Jada's StoryKingpin Wifeys Part 5: Lani’s DilemmaKingpin Wifeys Part 6: A Starr is BornKingpin Wifeys Part 7: Who Do You Love?Kingpin Wifeys Part 8: Finale for Season 1Kingpin Wifeys Season IIKingpin Wifeys Part 1: A Dollar Before SunsetKingpin Wifeys Part 2: The Bad GuyKingpin Wifeys Part 3: Going HardKingpin Wifeys Part 4: The Black Widow Kingpin Wifeys Part 5: If God Is For UsKingpin Wifeys Part 6: The Wages of SinKingpin Wifeys Part 7: The Season FinaleKingpin Wifeys Season IIIKingpin Wifey Part 1: Thicker Than BloodKingpin Wifeys Part 2: The AgreementKingpin Wifeys Part 3: Happy BirthdayKingpin Wifeys Part 4: Crown My Ass

An enthralling account of the entwined histories of Britain, Spain, and their empires in the Americas This epic history compares the empires built by Spain and Britain in the Americas, from Columbus’s arrival in the New World to the end of Spanish colonial rule in the early nineteenth century. J. H. Elliott, one of the most distinguished and versatile historians working today, offers us history on a grand scale, contrasting the worlds built by Britain and by Spain on the ruins of the civilizations they encountered and destroyed in North and South America. Elliott identifies and explains both the similarities and differences in the two empires’ processes of colonization, the character of their colonial societies, their distinctive styles of imperial government, and the independence movements mounted against them. Based on wide reading in the history of the two great Atlantic civilizations, the book sets the Spanish and British colonial empires in the context of their own times and offers us insights into aspects of this dual history that still influence the Americas.

A landmark account that reveals the long history behind the current Catalan and Scottish independence movements A distinguished historian of Spain and Europe provides an enlightening account of the development of nationalist and separatist movements in contemporary Catalonia and Scotland. This first sustained comparative study uncovers the similarities and the contrasts between the Scottish and Catalan experiences across a five-hundred-year period, beginning with the royal marriages that brought about union with their more powerful neighbors, England and Castile respectively, and following the story through the centuries from the end of the Middle Ages until today’s dramatic events. J. H. Elliott examines the political, economic, social, cultural, and emotional factors that divide Scots and Catalans from the larger nations to which their fortunes were joined. He offers new insights into the highly topical subject of the character and development of European nationalism, the nature of separatism, and the sense of grievance underlying the secessionist aspirations that led to the Scottish referendum of 2014, the illegal Catalan referendum of October 2017, and the resulting proclamation of an independent Catalan republic.

A landmark account that reveals the long history behind the current Catalan and Scottish independence movements A distinguished historian of Spain and Europe provides an enlightening account of the development of nationalist and separatist movements in contemporary Catalonia and Scotland. This first sustained comparative study uncovers the similarities and the contrasts between the Scottish and Catalan experiences across a five-hundred-year period, beginning with the royal marriages that brought about union with their more powerful neighbors, England and Castile respectively, and following the story through the centuries from the end of the Middle Ages until today’s dramatic events. J. H. Elliott examines the political, economic, social, cultural, and emotional factors that divide Scots and Catalans from the larger nations to which their fortunes were joined. He offers new insights into the highly topical subject of the character and development of European nationalism, the nature of separatism, and the sense of grievance underlying the secessionist aspirations that led to the Scottish referendum of 2014, the illegal Catalan referendum of October 2017, and the resulting proclamation of an independent Catalan republic.

Excerpt from Block and Interlocking Signals: What They Are for What They Do, How They Do ItAnd thus it is that to - day trains are being run through towns and cities, over mountains and prairie, through bridges and tun nels, in cuts and around curves with absolute safety, a fact not fully appreciated by the traveling public, but which becomes to the engineer, whose responsibility is lightened and from whom anxiety is removed, a guiding star, telling him that the track is his and that there will be no one to dispute it with him, for such little arguments, you know, are sometimes disastrous.About the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.comThis book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Magic Sleigh Bell has provided whimsical, holiday season reading to Christmas enthusiasts and families for over 20 years. This novella's timeless story will continue to enchant both young and old for years to come.A national Bestseller in its print edition, The Magic Sleigh Bell is now also available in digital format for a new generation.The Magic Sleigh Bell is a wonderful Christmas book which tells the story of a young brother and sister who find a tiny bell while raking the leaves. The 7-year-old sister believes the bell must have fallen from Santa's sleigh and rolled down their roof. Her 10-year-old brother, however, is at that age when he's not sure if he believes anymore. The story is set in 1994, just before the era when the internet and social networking became so influential in our daily lives. The Magic Sleigh Bell continues as the children eventually find out who is right and who is wrong, and where the bell really came from. Young readers, especially, delight in the aspect of the story that features Santa and the elves. But it's not just a children's book, as it also deals with the brother and sister's family and community and their Christmas traditions. It's an old-fashioned celebration that adults (parents and grandparents) find they can enjoy from a different perspective than their children. The Magic Sleigh Bell is a fun, family-oriented story with a touch of suspense and a very happy ending that joyfully reinforces a belief in Santa Claus.Easily read in under two hours by an adult, it makes a nice "sit by the fireplace and get into the Christmas spirit" kind of book. It is also divided into four chapters, and each of these is again divided into smaller, snowflake sections. If it is being shared with or read by youngsters, it can be easily enjoyed a section or two each night as a bedtime story in the days leading up to Christmas. The Magic Sleigh Bell is for Christmas enthusiasts from 6 to 106 years old. It makes a wonderful addition to any family collection of Christmas books. Its simple homage to established Christmas folklore, in a contemporary setting, has a timeless quality that will make it a holiday tradition for years to come. This Christmas share the magic with your family...The Magic Sleigh Bell.

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This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.