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Paul Brown

    Glenhill Farm
    Poco
    Die Schule der ganz kleinen Pferde
    Die Glanzpunkte des Rheines in Wort und Bild
    Silberhuf
    Kleines Pferd mit großen Tupfen
    • Die Glanzpunkte des Rheines in Wort und Bild

      eine Erinnerung an die interessantesten Orte von Deutschlands schönstem Strom zwischen Niederwald und Drachenfels

      • 124 Seiten
      • 5 Lesestunden

      Rheinsagen sind geprägt von faszinierenden Elementen wie Rittern, Drachen und der legendären Loreley, die die Rheinromantik zum Leben erwecken. Historische Burgen wie Schloss Stolzenfels und die Hohkönigsburg zeugen von dieser kulturellen Strömung. Das Nibelungenlied zählt zu den bekanntesten Erzählungen, während zahlreiche Lieder, von Karnevalsschlagern bis hin zu patriotischen Hymnen, dem Rhein gewidmet sind. Illustriert mit acht Schwarz-Weiß-Tafeln, bietet das Buch einen eindrucksvollen Einblick in die Glanzpunkte des Rheins in Wort und Bild.

      Die Glanzpunkte des Rheines in Wort und Bild
    • Glenhill Farm

      • 148 Seiten
      • 6 Lesestunden
      5,0(2)Abgeben

      By 1930, having developed a highly successful business, the innovative paper manufacturer Ernst Behrend and his wife Mary purchased a number of existing houses and farms to give them sufficient acreage to create a large estate. In 1948 this property became a campus of Penn State University. Known as Penn State Behrend, to this day it retains the original buildings at the historic center of the campus. Based on archival materials, including copious letters between the Behrends and their Philadelphia architect, R. Brognard Okie, this book recounts the planning and development of a unique residence as the country headed into the Great Depression. Letters between the key figures give the reader a glimpse into their thoughts and concerns, including the selection of an architect, the choice of an architectural style, issues involved in planning the estate, and the features and design of the buildings that were constructed or modified. Vintage and modern photographs help convey the nature of the buildings that Okie designed as well as a sense of the Behrends' lifestyle in the 1930s. An absorbing microhistory of what is now Behrend College, Glenhill Farm provides a window onto a period when new money from industry supported lavish lifestyles, and it reveals how this particular project, conceived and constructed during the Great Depression, was affected by its extraordinary economic circumstances.

      Glenhill Farm
    • Set against the backdrop of the First World War, the story follows several of Britain's top footballers who are imprisoned in a harsh camp at Ruhleben, near Berlin. Amidst the dire conditions of confinement, they find hope and camaraderie through their shared love of football, transforming their bleak reality into a source of strength and resilience. The narrative highlights the power of sport to unite individuals even in the darkest of times.

      The Ruhleben Football Association: How Steve Bloomer's Footballers Survived a First World War Prison Camp
    • All With Smiling Faces

      • 240 Seiten
      • 9 Lesestunden
      4,5(2)Abgeben

      Exploring the rich history of Newcastle United, this book delves into the club's formation, early locations, and the influential figures who shaped its success. It captures the experience of supporting the team during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, highlighting the enduring connection between the club and its fans. The narrative reveals how Newcastle evolved into one of the most successful football clubs in England, emphasizing the significance of its legacy and community ties.

      All With Smiling Faces
    • Notes from a Dying Planet, 2004-2006

      One Scientist's Search for Solutions

      • 364 Seiten
      • 13 Lesestunden
      4,5(2)Abgeben

      Offering a passionate examination of the environmental crises confronting Earth, this collection features insightful essays paired with current news realities. The author, equipped with a strong scientific background, articulates the pressing challenges and the dangers of inaction. The book not only highlights the urgency of the situation but also empowers readers with practical steps they can take to contribute to a sustainable future for all species.

      Notes from a Dying Planet, 2004-2006
    • This fascinating title offers a new study of the loss of six British ships during the Falklands War of 1982. Based on new evidence released following freedom of interest requests, it will tell the full story of these dramatic events for the first time.The Falklands War was a pivotal event in 20th century British history, and is within living memory of many. The war came as a surprise to most and was to test the British forces – who were mainly trained for a war with the USSR – to their limits, in very different circumstances to those envisaged during the Cold War era. The emphatic British victory was not without costs or mistakes, but the courageous exploits of the men and ships of the Royal Navy were instrumental in facilitating the amphibious landings which recaptured the islands from the Argentinian invaders. The drama of events and the heroism of those involved makes for compelling reading.Taking advantage of the latest available British and Argentinian sources, including documents recently released following Freedom of Information requests by the author himself, Dr Paul Brown describes the dramatic events leading up to the loss of six British ships; HMS' Antelope, Ardent, Coventry and Sheffield, RFA Sir Galahad and SS Atlantic Conveyor, as well as the controversial sinking of the Argentinian cruiser General Belgrano by HMS Conqueror.

      Abandon Ship