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"'Dreams + Disillusions' explores the plethora of ideas and ideologies that have shaped and reshaped cities in profound ways. However, unlike a conventional title on the history of urbanism and architecture, its research fluctuates between the world of concrete reality and the multiple universes that exist in lucid prose, poetic visions, and the outrageous imaginations of history's greatest and most (in)famous minds. In their thoughts are the foundations for political trends and new civilisations, alternative mappings and unlikely phenomena. The six chapters reveal dreams that were fundamental to the origin of great cities, underpinning the stories of the many lives within; and how, through circumstance or manipulation, fortunate coincidence or planned perfection, desires are sometimes left defeated and disillusioned. Myth and belief. Tradition and logic. Revolution and marginalisation. Ignorance and hubris. Sins and excess. Seasons and climate. Continuously interacting, shifting to enlighten and to enrage, these themes combine critical thinking with deep-rooted influences and new agencies that are a true sign of the times. The 18 illustrated speculations provide an abundance of curious imaginings, diverse provocations and satirical criticism. While there are distinctions between dreams and disillusions, could virtues be made of sins, or sensitivity be borne from hubris? Could progress advocate tradition, or should we re-attempt revolutions formerly experienced as disillusionments? Whether by bold gestures or by subtle attrition, cities are continually re-written crucibles for the human condition. In this book, we develop a better understanding of the discourse of cities tailored to the determining factors of climate, resources, and humanity's idiosyncrasies to address a world in crisis"--

Intro -- Praise -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Map of Chesapeak Bay Area -- Map of St. Mary's City -- List of Characters -- Epigraph -- Part 1: England -- Chapter 1 -- Chapter 2 -- Chapter 3 -- Chapter 4 -- Chapter 5 -- Chapter 6 -- Chapter 7 -- Chapter 8 -- Chapter 9 -- Chapter 10 -- Chapter 11 -- Chapter 12 -- Chapter 13 -- Part 2: St. Mary's City Province of Maryland -- Chapter 14 -- Chapter 15 -- Chapter 16 -- Chapter 17 -- Chapter 18 -- Chapter 19 -- Chapter 20 -- Chapter 21 -- Chapter 22 -- Chapter 23 -- Chapter 24 -- Chapter 25 -- Chapter 26 -- Chapter 27 -- Chapter 28 -- Chapter 29 -- Chapter 30 -- Chapter 31 -- Chapter 32 -- Chapter 33 -- Chapter 34 -- Chapter 35 -- Chapter 36 -- Chapter 37 -- Chapter 38 -- Chapter 39 -- Chapter 40 -- Chapter 41 -- Chapter 42 -- Chapter 43 -- Chapter 44 -- Chapter 45 -- Chapter 46 -- Chapter 47 -- Chapter 48 -- Chapter 49 -- Chapter 50 -- Chapter 51 -- Chapter 52 -- Chapter 53 -- Chapter 54 -- Chapter 55 -- Chapter 56 -- Chapter 57 -- Chapter 58 -- Part 3: St. Thomas's Fort -- Chapter 59 -- Chapter 60 -- Chapter 61 -- Chapter 62 -- Chapter 63 -- Chapter 64 -- Chapter 65 -- Chapter 66 -- Chapter 67 -- Chapter 68 -- Chapter 69 -- Chapter 70 -- Chapter 71 -- Chapter 72 -- Chapter 73 -- Chapter 74 -- Chapter 75 -- Afterword -- Author's Notes -- In Appreciation -- Partical List of Historical People -- Partial List of Mentioned Servants in Early Maryland -- Selected References -- Book Club Questions -- About the Author.

Intro -- Title Page -- About the Author -- Dedication -- Copyright Information © -- Acknowledgement -- Part One -- Chapter One Peschiera 6 August 1796 -- Chapter Two Mountains to the East of Chiusa 2 September 1796 -- Chapter Three 60 miles East of the Rhine Main, Bridge at Würzburg 3 September 1796 -- Mountains East of the Adige 4 September 1796 -- Chapter Four Trent 4 September 1796 -- Part Two -- Chapter Five Verona, October 1796 -- Chapter Six Verona 14 November 1796 -- Chapter Seven Arcola 15 November 1796 -- Chapter Eight Porcile 16 November 1796 -- Chapter Nine Alberedo 17 November 1796 -- Chapter Ten Arcola 17 November 1796 -- Chapter Eleven Trent December 1796 -- Outskirts of Mantua 24 December 1796 -- Trombelore Heights 13 January 1797 -- Part Three -- Chapter Twelve Leoben 13 April 1797 -- Mombello 14 June 1797 -- Chapter Thirteen Paris July 1797 -- Würzburg Newly formed Province of Baden September 1797 -- Frankfurt-am-Main. North of Baden September 1797 -- Chapter Fourteen Isterian Coast, Venetian Territories September 1797 -- Adriatic, September 1797 -- Chapter Fifteen Paris 6 December 1797 -- 80 miles South-West of Toulon The Night of 19 May 1798 -- Chapter Sixteen Alexandria June 1798 -- Chapter Seventeen Sands of the Marabout 1 June 1798 -- Chapter Eighteen Damanhur 9 July 1798 -- Shabruhkit, 13 July 1798 -- Part Four -- Chapter Nineteen Cairo Christmas Eve, 1798 -- Off the Coast of Rosetta 19 February -- Chapter Twenty El Arish 19 February 1798 -- Jaffa 24 May 1799 -- 16 April 1799 -- Chapter Twenty-One Siege of St John of Acre 17 April 1799 -- Chapter Twenty-Two Journey Back to France -- Lyon, October 1799 -- Paris, 16 October 1799 -- Chapter Twenty-Three October 1799 -- 1 November 1799.

In 1979, Margaret Thatcher's new government pursued a monetarist economic policy in response to double-digit inflation, rising unemployment and flatlining economic growth. Tim Lankester's insider's account offers fascinating insights into one of Britain's most unsuccessful economic episodes and also examines monetarism's legacy today.

Intro -- How to Do Life with a Chronic Illness -- Cover -- Of related interest -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- A Note from the Author -- Introduction -- 1. Rediscovering Your Identity -- 2. Hobbies and Interests -- 3. Pacing and Condition Management -- 4. Friendships -- 5. Socialising -- 6. Dealing with Stigma and Changing Attitudes -- 7. Mobility Aids -- 8. Dating and Relationships -- 9. Mental Health and Wellbeing -- 10. Finding Independence -- 11. Self-Advocacy -- 12. Goal Setting and Future Plans -- So, to Sum Up… -- Acknowledgements -- Notes.

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"Introducing Human Geographies is a 'travel guide' into the academic subject of human geography and the things that it studies. The coverage of the new edition has been thoroughly refreshed to reflect and engage with the contemporary nature and direction of human geography. This updated and much extended fourth edition includes a diverse range of authors and topics from across the globe, with a completely revised set of contributions reflecting contemporary concerns in human geography. Presented in four parts with a streamlined structure, it includes over 70 contributions written by expert international researchers addressing the central ideas through which human geographers understand and shape their subject. It maps out the big, foundational ideas that have shaped the discipline past and present; explores key research themes being pursued in human geography's various sub-disciplines; and identifies emerging collaborations between human geography and other disciplines in the areas of technology, justice and environment. This comprehensive, stimulating and cutting-edge introduction to the field is richly illustrated throughout with full colour figures, maps and photos. The book is designed especially for students new to university degree courses in human geography across the world, and is an essential reference for undergraduate students on courses related to society, place, culture and space"--

Bei der Betrachtung von Gegentrends geht es gar nicht darum, gegen Trends zu sein. Es geht nicht um Negierung, sondern um eine Komplettierung. Denn wenn wir Trends immer nur nachlaufen, dann fehlt uns – mindestens – die Hälfte des Gesamtbildes.Dieses Buch öffnet die Augen für die großartige Komplexität und Vielschichtigkeit der Trendwelt. Es bietet eine Anleitung zum Perspektivwechsel. Denn von den nächsten Trendfarben oder neuesten Zukunfts­-Gadgets haben wir schon genug gehört.