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The Turnbull
"... A history of the Alexander Turnbull Library"--P. vi.
The Parmenides and Plato's Late Philosophy
Turnbull offers a close and detailed reading of the Parmenides, using his interpretation to illuminate Plato's major late dialogues. The picture presented of Plato's later philosophy is plausible, highly interesting, and original.
The Genius of Scotland; or, Sketches of Scottish Scenery, Literature and Religion
In "The Genius of Scotland; or, Sketches of Scottish Scenery, Literature and Religion," Robert Turnbull intricately weaves a tapestry of Scotland's rich cultural heritage, from its breathtaking landscapes to its profound literary contributions and religious traditions. With a keen eye for detail and a lyrical prose style, Turnbull captures the essence of the Scottish experience during the 19th century, presenting a nuanced exploration of how geography and spirituality have shaped the national character. The book serves as not just a collection of sketches but also as a reflective commentary on the moral and aesthetic values intrinsic to Scotland, advocating for a deeper appreciation of its c...
The Genius of Scotland
Having been born and educated in Scotland, and possessing a tolerable acquaintance with its History and Literature, the Author of the following Work felt that he had some facilities for giving to the people of this country a just idea of his native Land. The plan of his work is somewhat new, combining in a larger degree, than he has hitherto seen attempted, descriptions of Scenery, with Literary and Biographical Sketches, portraitures of character social and religious, incidents of travel, and reflections on matters of local or general interest.
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The Great Catastrophe of My Life
From the end of the Revolution until 1851, the Virginia legislature granted most divorces in the state. It granted divorces rarely, however, turning down two-thirds of those who petitioned for them. Men and women who sought release from unhappy marriages faced a harsh legal system buttressed by the political, religious, and communal cultures of southern life. Through the lens of this hostile environment, Thomas Buckley explores with sympathy the lives and legal struggles of those who challenged it. Based on research in almost 500 divorce files, The Great Catastrophe of My Life involves a wide cross-section of Virginians. Their stories expose southern attitudes and practices involving a spectrum of issues from marriage and family life to gender relations, interracial sex, adultery, desertion, and domestic violence. Although the oppressive legal regime these husbands and wives battled has passed away, the emotions behind their efforts to dissolve the bonds of marriage still resonate strongly.
