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Child Prodigies and Exceptional Early Achievers
An investigation of exceptional early ability which draws upon both historical and contemporary examples of child prodigies. The author demonstrates the varied fields in which achievement is possible and considers the role of environment, genetic inheritance and stimulating mentors.
The English Reports
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Embodying the Militia in Georgian England
The militia was a key institution in Georgian England, and arguably one that was very characteristic of its age. A 'militia' is an informal military organisation made up of part-time civilians rather than professionals. As an island, Britain had historically relied on forces of this type for home defence, but threats of a French invasion during the Seven Years War (1756-63) highlighted that the militia had fallen into disrepair and prompted calls for its revival. In this important new study, Matthew McCormack re-examines the debates on the militia, and argues that this military reform was informed and driven by concerns about politics, nationalism, and gender. The militia tells us a great de...
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