Elizabeth Smith, auch bekannt als Grant von Rothiemurchus, war eine schottische Tagebuchautorin. Ihr literarisches Erbe liegt vor allem in den Tagebüchern, die sie ab den 1840er Jahren führte, insbesondere während ihrer Zeit in Frankreich. Im Laufe ihres Lebens veröffentlichte sie auch anonym in Zeitschriften, um das Einkommen ihrer Familie aufzubessern. Ihre Schriften bieten einen Einblick in das Leben und die Gedanken einer Frau ihrer Zeit.
The narrative centers on Elizabeth Grant, a resilient figure in the beauty industry for over sixty years. She shares captivating personal stories, including a harrowing wartime experience in London when a German rocket struck, severely injuring her and affecting her hearing. This pivotal event not only shaped her life but also her perspective, offering insights into her journey of overcoming adversity while building her empire.
In Elizabeth Grant's debut novel, Claire Lammond, determined to avoid love and marriage due to her unhappy upbringing, marries Captain Justin Sumners for her brother's sake. Set in early 19th-century England, the story explores family dynamics and the challenges posed by politics, love, and duty.
Written between 1845 and 1854 the memoirs contained in this book were intended for Elizabeth's family. These records of life in the early nineteenth century and the Rothiemurchus estate form a picture of her time.
The autobiography of Elizabeth Grant of Rothiemurchus, afterwards Mrs. Smith of Baltiboys, 1797-1830
Set against the backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, this autobiography chronicles the life of Elizabeth Grant of Rothiemurchus from 1797 to 1830. Through her vivid storytelling, she shares her experiences, capturing the culture, landscapes, and social dynamics of her time. The narrative offers a personal glimpse into her journey, highlighting her resilience and the changes she witnessed in her life and surroundings. This reprint preserves the original charm and detail of the 1898 edition, inviting readers to explore a unique historical perspective.
The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by making it accessible in a high-quality modern edition, ensuring that the essence of the original is maintained for contemporary readers.
Integrating Building Performance with Design shows you the importance of designing for building performance early in your architectural design process. The book offers you simple tools and exercises, along with examples of built professional work and successful student projects illustrated by more than 100 full color images to help you with your work. Topics include site, solar orientation, thermal comfort, building enclosure, daylighting, passive heating and cooling, active heating and cooling, indoor air quality, stormwater, and rainwater harvesting.
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