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First modern analysis of the custom of the "royal touch" in the Tudor and Stuart reigns.
The first comprehensive, comparative study of the visual culture of monarchy in the reigns of William and Mary and Queen Anne
Cross-dressing author, envoy, soldier and spy Charles d'Eon de Beaumont's unusual career fascinated his contemporaries and continues to attract historians, novelists, playwrights, filmmakers, image makers, cultural theorists and those concerned with manifestations of the extraordinary. D'Eon's significance as a historical figure was already being debated more than 45 years before his death. Not surprisingly, such sensational material has attracted the attention of enthusiasts, scholars and literateurs to 'the strange case of the chevalier d'Eon'. He has also attracted the attention of psychologists and sexologists, and for most of the last century his gender transformation has been viewed th...
A recovery of the revealing poetic and political commentary produced by the Imperial poet laureate Nicolaus Mameranus for the court of Mary Tudor during the visit of her husband, Philip II of Spain, in 1557.
Features a ranking of the top law firms for real estate law and includes detailed profiles of each of the law firms ranked in this practice area, as well as candid reviews from current employees.
Tells the compelling story of Irish healer Valentine Greatrakes and outlines his place in the history of seventeenth-century Britain. Reveals a fascinating account of his engagement with important events of the period, including the Irish Rebellion of 1641, the English civil wars, the Cromwellian Conquest of Ireland, and the Restoration of 1660.
This book addresses major issues facing postal and delivery services throughout the world. Worldwide, there is currently a considerable amount of interest in postal and delivery economics. The industry is in a state of near crisis and drastic change is needed. The European Commission and member States are still wrestling with the problem of how to implement entry liberalization into postal markets, how to address digital competition, and how to maintain the universal service obligation (USO). The Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act of 2006 in the U.S. has perhaps created and exacerbated the problems faced by USPS. Post Offices (POs) have been slow to address the threat of electronic co...
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The central message of the Word of God is the Cross of Christ. Dr. Bailey has reverently approached this study of the Cross of Christ and beautifully portrayed the love, wisdom, and humility of our Lord displayed in this event. This anointed little book considers the sufferings of Christ upon the Cross in order to gain a deeper understanding of one of the holiest events in the history of mankind that we might develop a greater love and appreciation for what the Lamb of God has done for us!