Sir Keith Thomas' Werk befasst sich mit vielfältigen Aspekten der sozialen und kulturellen Geschichte des frühen modernen England. Seine Essays bieten tiefe Einblicke in die Vergangenheit und untersuchen die komplexen Verbindungen zwischen Menschen und ihrer Zeit. Thomas' Ansatz zeichnet sich durch sorgfältige Untersuchung historischer Quellen und das Streben nach Verständnis von Mentalitäten und Alltagsleben aus. Seine Arbeit leistet einen wertvollen Beitrag zum Verständnis der Entwicklung der frühmodernen Gesellschaft.
"What did it mean to be civilized in early modern England? Keith Thomas explores the belief of the English elite in their superior civility and how this shaped relations with their social inferiors and with the Welsh, the Scots and the Irish. With customary authority and brilliance, Thomas transforms our understanding of the past - and raises important questions about the role of manners in the modern world." -- Page [4] of cover
Witchcraft, astrology, divination and every kind of popular magic flourished in England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, from the belief that a blessed amulet could prevent the assaults of the Devil to the use of the same charms to recover stolen goods. At the same time the Protestant Reformation attempted to take the magic out of religion, and scientists were developing new explanations of the universe. Keith Thomas's classic analysis of beliefs held on every level of English society begins with the collapse of the medieval Church and ends with the changing intellectual atmosphere around 1700, when science and rationalism began to challenge the older systems of belief.
Keith Thomas, one of the foremost historians of our time, sheds light on the origins of the modern ideal of human fulfillment and explores the many obstacles to its realization, looking at work, wealth, possessions friendship, family, and sociability. The book looks at the cult of military prowess, the pursuit of honor and reputation, the nature of religious belief, and the desire to be posthumously remembered. --from publisher description
Is this the work of a serial killer, or something far worse? FBI Agent Erin Scott intends to find out - with or without the approval of her superiors.
The plot revolves around a rock fall that reveals a hidden tunnel leading to ancient Iron Mine workings. A group of adventurous young boys, known as the 'Billy-Boys,' embark on a thrilling journey to rescue a starving dragon trapped underground. Their discovery not only sparks excitement but also sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure filled with challenges and the bond between the boys and the dragon.