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The Social Mirror
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Simon Johnston: Meridian
"The Meridian project is a series of large-format black and white photographs taken in England on the line of zero degrees longitude. Using GPS technology to establish accurate locations, Johnston photographed on this line from coast to coast, facing either due north or due south. A vertical fluorescent orange line superimposed on the center of the images represents the line of zero degrees longitude, transgressing the conventional purity of the picture plane, and mirroring how we superimpose a rational grid over the globe to regulate space, time, trade and navigation. Although a prime meridian was established at the Greenwich Observatory in London in the late eighteenth century, many other countries used their own prime meridians, to much confusion, and it was not until an International Meridian Conference in 1884 that Greenwich became the global Prime Meridian."--Publisher's description.
American Prisoners of the Revolution
Danske Dandridge's 'American Prisoners of the Revolution' offers a meticulously researched glimpse into the harrowing experiences of captives during the tumultuous era of American independence. With an impressive blend of poignant narrative and rigorous scholarship, Dandridge unearths the struggles, endurance, and tales of hope from those who found themselves imprisoned. The book elucidates the broader historical context of the Revolution, providing a platform for stories often overshadowed by the more celebrated narratives of battle and nation-building. The literary style is both analytical and empathetic, making it a captivating read for historians and literary enthusiasts alike. Danske Da...
Buckskin & Broadcloth
An exciting volume of anecdotes, letters, and poetry, illustrated with period photographs and new illustrations.
Annual Report
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