René Julien was probably born in France. He married Mary Bullock in Bermuda. They had eight children. He died in Frederick County, Virginia in about 1744. Descendants and relatives lived mainly in Virginia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee and Missouri. Includes other families with the same or similar surnames that may or may not be related. Includes Hedges, Ravenel and related families.
Crescent Moon over Carolina examines the life of Major General William Moultrie (1730-1805) who is best remembered for his valiant defense of an unfinished log fort on Sullivan's Island at the entrance to Charleston harbor against a determined British naval attack on June 28, 1776. While the Continental Congress in Philadelphia considered a draft of the Declaration of Independence, Moultrie and his garrison of South Carolinians proved that untested, but courageous, American soldiers could stand firm and prevail against British might. Every fort that has since occupied the site has borne his name, but Moultrie was more than the iconic defender of Charleston. Postwar he served two terms as governor and became one of South Carolina's most influential elder statesmen during the early years of the American Republic. In this first and only book-length biography of William Moultrie, C. L. Bragg combines a scholarly survey of lowcountry South Carolina culture, the American Revolution, and the early political history of the state and the United States. Bragg also brings to light primary sources that are published here for the first time—revealing documents that provide fresh insight into the political and cultural values of Moultrie and his fellow South Carolinians. Crescent Moon over Carolina offers engaging narrative, detailed maps, and beautiful illustrations that will stand as an important addition to the body of literature for those interested in Revolutionary South Carolina. Bragg leaves us with a clearer understanding of Moultrie—a political and military leader who counted among his friends, associates, and correspondents many of our nation's ardent patriots and founding fathers. Moultrie's service to state and country has earned him a respected place in history.
A READ WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK • INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • A contemporary literary classic and "an accomplished psychological thriller ... absolutely chilling" (Village Voice), from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Goldfinch. Under the influence of a charismatic classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at a New England college discover a way of thought and life a world away from their banal contemporaries. But their search for the transcendent leads them down a dangerous path, beyond human constructs of morality. “A remarkably powerful novel [and] a ferociously well-paced entertainment.... Forceful, cerebral, and impeccably controlled.” —The New York Times
From A.D. 395 to 404, Claudian was the court poet of the Western Roman Empire, ruled by Honorius. In 399 the eunuch Eutropius, the grand chamberlain and power behind the Eastern Roman throne of Honorius's brother Arcadius, became consul. The poem In Eutropium is Claudian's brilliantly nasty response. In it he vilifies Eutropius and calls on Honorius's general, Stilicho, to redeem this disgrace to Roman honor. In this literary and historical study, Jacqueline Long argues that the poem was, in both intent and effect, political propaganda: Claudian exploited traditional prejudices against eunuchs to make Eutropius appear ludicrously alien to the ideals of Roman greatness. Long sets In Eutropium within the context of Greek and Roman political vituperation and satire from the classical to the late antique period. In addition, she demonstrates that the poem is an invaluable, if biased, source of historical information about Eutropius's career. Her analysis draws on modern propaganda theory and on reader response theory, thereby bringing a fresh perspective to the political implications of Claudian's work. Originally published in 1996. A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Julian's brief reign (360-363 AD) had a profound impact on his contemporaries, as he worked fervently for a pagan restoration in the Roman Empire, which was rapidly becoming Christian. Julian's Gods focuses on the cultural mentality of `the last pagan Emperor' by examining a wide variety of his own writings. The surviving speeches and treatises, satires and letters offer a rare insight into the personal attitudes and motivations of a remarkable Emperor. They show Julian as a highly educated man, an avid student of Greek philosophy, and a talented author in his own right. This elegant and closely-argued study will deepen understanding not only of Julian, but of the context of fourth century Neoplatonism.
Marguerite de Lamberdy has grown up in the care of her grandmother, a true English lady. To the Norfolk estate on a frozen winter's day, comes a stranger whom she recognises as the love of her life. But Marguerite is half French and the storm of Revolution is gathering. Can she, and her love, survive the death throes of the Ancien Régime and the dreadful Republican Terror that will follow?
From the NEW YORK TIMES & USA TODAY bestselling author, Haleigh Lovell. A standalone Romance packed with Heat and Heart. "I wish I could give Julian's List more than 5 stars." ~ Books and Beyond Fifty Shades "Wow! What a ride! A hot and sexy read!"~J.Jacobs The only thing Julian looks for in a woman is that she's Sadie Frost. She's an Ice Queen, cold and reserved, masking her emotions behind a wall of ice. This only makes Julian want her more. Will he succeed in melting the ice around her heart? Note: JULIAN'S LIST is a deliciously sexy full-length, standalone novel. No cliffhanger. What reviewer's are saying about Julian's List: "This is one bookt you don't want to miss. It's HOT, SEXY, and very STEAMY." ~ Nancy, GR "A 5 star read. I felt emotionally connected to the characters. Sadie and Julian have excellent chemistry." ~ Kelsey Schuring "Great book. It has a little bit of everything... steamy scenes, a strong female lead, humor, and tears." ~ Kelly Freeman "If you loved Vivian's List and Liam's List, you'll fall head over heels for Julian's List." ~ S. Reader "I frickin' LOVED it! So funny, so relatable, so witty, and so effing HOT! This book is a DEFINITE MUST READ!" ~ E. Smith "The characters are real and fun. They made me smile, laugh, think, and fall." ~ Berenice, Goodreads "If you were smitten with Vivian and Liam, well Julian and Sadie will BLOW you away!" ~ Susan, GR "Julian is a man every woman should dream about." ~ Julx, Goodreads
In Victorian England, a young painter dies in strange and violent circumstances. In the present day, a student of art history at Cambridge University has recurrent dreams which link her with past events and with a painting that was never finished. What connects these two episodes apparently remote in time?
