Beacon Lights of History, Vol. 11

Beacon Lights of History, Vol. 11

Author: John Lord

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Published: 2017-09-17

Total Pages: 390

ISBN-13: 9781528180030

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Excerpt from Beacon Lights of History, Vol. 11: American Founders Warriors and Statesmen, which was Volume IV of his original series of five volumes. The wide popular accept ance of the five volumes encouraged him to extend the series by including, and rewriting for the purpose, others of his great range of lectures. The volume called War riors and Statesmen (now otherwise distributed) included a number of lectures which in this new edition have been arranged in more natural grouping. Among them were the lectures on Hamilton and Webster. It has been deemed wise to bring these into closer relation with their contemporaries, and thus Hamilton is now placed in this volume, among the other American Founders, and Webster in the volume on American Leaders. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.


A More Beautiful and Terrible History

A More Beautiful and Terrible History

Author: Jeanne Theoharis

Publisher: Beacon Press

Published: 2018-01-30

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 0807075876

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Praised by The New York Times; O, The Oprah Magazine; Bitch Magazine; Slate; Publishers Weekly; and more, this is “a bracing corrective to a national mythology” (New York Times) around the civil rights movement. The civil rights movement has become national legend, lauded by presidents from Reagan to Obama to Trump, as proof of the power of American democracy. This fable, featuring dreamy heroes and accidental heroines, has shuttered the movement firmly in the past, whitewashed the forces that stood in its way, and diminished its scope. And it is used perniciously in our own times to chastise present-day movements and obscure contemporary injustice. In A More Beautiful and Terrible History award-winning historian Jeanne Theoharis dissects this national myth-making, teasing apart the accepted stories to show them in a strikingly different light. We see Rosa Parks not simply as a bus lady but a lifelong criminal justice activist and radical; Martin Luther King, Jr. as not only challenging Southern sheriffs but Northern liberals, too; and Coretta Scott King not only as a “helpmate” but a lifelong economic justice and peace activist who pushed her husband’s activism in these directions. Moving from “the histories we get” to “the histories we need,” Theoharis challenges nine key aspects of the fable to reveal the diversity of people, especially women and young people, who led the movement; the work and disruption it took; the role of the media and “polite racism” in maintaining injustice; and the immense barriers and repression activists faced. Theoharis makes us reckon with the fact that far from being acceptable, passive or unified, the civil rights movement was unpopular, disruptive, and courageously persevering. Activists embraced an expansive vision of justice—which a majority of Americans opposed and which the federal government feared. By showing us the complex reality of the movement, the power of its organizing, and the beauty and scope of the vision, Theoharis proves that there was nothing natural or inevitable about the progress that occurred. A More Beautiful and Terrible History will change our historical frame, revealing the richness of our civil rights legacy, the uncomfortable mirror it holds to the nation, and the crucial work that remains to be done. Winner of the 2018 Brooklyn Public Library Literary Prize in Nonfiction


An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States (10th Anniversary Edition)

An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States (10th Anniversary Edition)

Author: Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz

Publisher: Beacon Press

Published: 2023-10-03

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 0807013145

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New York Times Bestseller Now part of the HBO docuseries "Exterminate All the Brutes," written and directed by Raoul Peck Recipient of the American Book Award The first history of the United States told from the perspective of indigenous peoples Today in the United States, there are more than five hundred federally recognized Indigenous nations comprising nearly three million people, descendants of the fifteen million Native people who once inhabited this land. The centuries-long genocidal program of the US settler-colonial regimen has largely been omitted from history. Now, for the first time, acclaimed historian and activist Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz offers a history of the United States told from the perspective of Indigenous peoples and reveals how Native Americans, for centuries, actively resisted expansion of the US empire. With growing support for movements such as the campaign to abolish Columbus Day and replace it with Indigenous Peoples’ Day and the Dakota Access Pipeline protest led by the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States is an essential resource providing historical threads that are crucial for understanding the present. In An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States, Dunbar-Ortiz adroitly challenges the founding myth of the United States and shows how policy against the Indigenous peoples was colonialist and designed to seize the territories of the original inhabitants, displacing or eliminating them. And as Dunbar-Ortiz reveals, this policy was praised in popular culture, through writers like James Fenimore Cooper and Walt Whitman, and in the highest offices of government and the military. Shockingly, as the genocidal policy reached its zenith under President Andrew Jackson, its ruthlessness was best articulated by US Army general Thomas S. Jesup, who, in 1836, wrote of the Seminoles: “The country can be rid of them only by exterminating them.” Spanning more than four hundred years, this classic bottom-up peoples’ history radically reframes US history and explodes the silences that have haunted our national narrative. An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States is a 2015 PEN Oakland-Josephine Miles Award for Excellence in Literature.


Beacon Lights of History (All 14 Volumes)

Beacon Lights of History (All 14 Volumes)

Author: John Lord

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-20

Total Pages: 3113

ISBN-13:

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John Lord's magnum opus, 'Beacon Lights of History,' spans across all 14 volumes, offering a comprehensive and detailed look at the lives of key historical figures. Lord's writing style is both informative and engaging, making history come alive for the reader. Each volume is meticulously researched and filled with insightful commentary on the significance of each individual's contributions to the world. The literary context of the book places it within the genre of historical biographies, providing a valuable resource for those interested in learning about the great minds of the past. Lord's work stands as a timeless classic in the realm of historical literature. John Lord, a prominent American historian and lecturer, was motivated by a desire to make history accessible to a wider audience. His passion for knowledge and storytelling is evident in the depth and breadth of research found in 'Beacon Lights of History.' Lord's background in education and public speaking undoubtedly influenced his approach to writing, as he sought to educate and inspire readers through his work. I highly recommend 'Beacon Lights of History' to anyone with an interest in history, biography, or literature. John Lord's masterful storytelling and insightful analysis make this collection a must-read for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the past.


Beacon Lights of History; European Statesmen

Beacon Lights of History; European Statesmen

Author: John Lord

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-08-12

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 3387340311

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Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.


The Beacon at Alexandria

The Beacon at Alexandria

Author: Gillian Bradshaw

Publisher:

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781569470107

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In the Fourth Century A.D., independent and determined young Charis is forbidden to become a doctor because she is a woman. Disguising herself as a eunuch she flees Ephesus for Alexandria, then the center of learning. There she apprentices to a Jewish doctor but eventually becomes drawn into Church politics and is forced once again to flee. She serves as an army doctor at a Roman outpost in Thrace until, kidnapped by barbarian Visigoths, she finds her destiny to heal and also to be a woman and a wife.


Beacon Lights of History: Great Women

Beacon Lights of History: Great Women

Author: John Lord

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-12

Total Pages: 215

ISBN-13:

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In 'Beacon Lights of History: Great Women' by John Lord, the author delves into the lives of significant women throughout history, highlighting their contributions and achievements. Lord's writing style is scholarly and informative, providing readers with a comprehensive look at these remarkable individuals. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in women's history, offering a mix of biographical information and historical context. Lord's exploration of these women within the pages of 'Beacon Lights of History' provides insight into their impact on society and their lasting legacies. This literary work is a testament to the influence of women and their often overlooked roles in shaping the world. John Lord's meticulous research and engaging prose make this book a must-read for anyone interested in the lives of great women throughout history, shedding light on their accomplishments and the challenges they faced. 'Beacon Lights of History: Great Women' is a captivating read that will inspire and educate readers on the remarkable achievements of these influential figures.