7158 results for 'MacKay, Frances'

The Hampton Album is a significant work by Frances Benjamin Johnston, one of the earliest female photojournalists in the United States. Commissioned in 1899 to photograph the Hampton Institute, this...

A previously unknown chapter in World War II history is revealed in this book. In 2011, Charles L. Robertson uncovered evidence that President Franklin Roosevelt had planned for an Allied military...

Vichy France and the Jews by Michael Robert Marrus and Robert O. Paxton is a groundbreaking account of the Vichy regime's complicity with the Nazi effort to eliminate the Jews. First published in...

The Diary of Kosa Pan: Thai Ambassador to France, June-July 1686This account is based on a fragment of a massive report written for King Narai, which has been preserved in the form of Kosa Pan's...

Trekking the Cathar Way: A 260km Journey Through Southern France Experience the rich history and stunning landscapes of southern France on this 13-stage guided walk along the GR367 Cathar Way...

The Government of Self and Others: Lectures at the College de France, 1982-1983Michel Foucault's lectures on the relationship between individual freedom and the state, delivered at the College de...

Join Evelyne Holingue on a charming day in France. Count dogs, take a walk with Doudou, and play until bedtime. Learn French words with pronunciation guides throughout the story.This board book is...

The Birth of Biopolitics Lectures at the Collège de France, 1978--1979 Michel Foucault's lectures on biopolitics, delivered at the Collège de France in 1978 and 1979, offer a profound analysis of the...

England's Last War Against France: Fighting Vichy 1940-1942The Second World War is often associated with major conflicts between Britain and Germany, but there was another significant war fought by...

Learn about France with fun and interactive activities. Tyler David's new book is part of a series that shares his exciting discoveries as he travels.This engaging book is designed to help kids learn...

Janine Marsh's life took an unexpected turn when she stumbled upon a rundown old barn in northern France, sparking an offer and a move to the rural Seven Valleys area of Pas de Calais. Leaving behind...

King Henry III of France has often been portrayed as a self-indulgent and ineffectual ruler. However, recent scholarship is reevaluating this judgment to present a more nuanced assessment of the...

The DŽvotes: Women and Church in Seventeenth-century France Elizabeth Rapley examines the feminization of the Church in seventeenth-century France, exploring its impact both within France and in New...

A groundbreaking study about everyday antiblackness in France. Trica Keaton explores how the French state perpetuates antiblackness through its "raceblind republicanism", which ignores the...

The Mystery of the Mona Lisa: France Jack Stalwart is sent to Paris to track down the theft of the world's most famous painting. He must outsmart a mastermind who seems invisible and stop Leonardo's...

The struggle for dominance in occupied France during World War II was marked by bitter internal conflict between various German agencies. After the Fall provides a detailed analysis of this complex...

Vichy France: Old Guard and New Order 1940-1944 by Robert O. Paxton explores the complex aftermath of France's collapse under Nazi invasion, using captured German archives and other contemporary...

Jean Gabin: The Actor Who Was France tells the story of this French icon. Born into a family of music hall performers, Jean Gabin's life was marked by his early days as a reluctant singer and dancer...

The Opening Country is a beautifully written account of John Micklewright's journey through the French countryside. From the Channel to the Alps, he travels at his own pace, taking in the patchwork...

Frances Power Cobbe: A Philosophy of Duty and Compassion This Element introduces Frances Power Cobbe, a prominent moral theorist and advocate for animal welfare and women's rights in 19th-century...

The Art of Organisational Resilience Revisiting the Fall of France in 1940 by Elmar Kutsch This book offers a unique perspective on organisational resilience, drawing on the lessons of one of...

The Tour de France: A Cultural HistoryThis engaging account sets the world-famous cycle race firmly in its shifting national and cultural contexts, exploring its history, participants, and meaning...

Modes of Play in Eighteenth-Century France explores how play was used to represent and reimagine the world during this period. Through diverse critical perspectives, contributors examine the role of...

Discover the diverse birdlife of France with this beautifully illustrated guide. With over 570 species to spot along its Atlantic and Mediterranean coastlines, France is a haven for birdwatchers.This...

The Surgeon and the Shepherd: Two Resistance Heroes in Vichy France A true story of wartime heroism, this book recounts the incredible tale of Charles Schepens, a Belgian double agent who...

The Massacre at Oradour, France, 1944: Coming to Grips with Terror by Jean-Jacques Fouché explores one of the most shocking events of World War II in France. On June 6, 1944, four days after Allied...

Explore the history and sociology of contemporary French popular music with this comprehensive introduction. Made in France: Studies in Popular Music brings together essays by leading scholars to...

The Mettray Penal Colony: A History of France's Most Venerated Carceral Institution Established in 1840, the Mettray Penal Colony was a unique institution that aimed to rehabilitate young male...

Joan of Arc's life and death had far-reaching consequences for France and England, shaping the destiny of their monarchies. Her legacy has been subject to intense debate among biographers, with each...

The 1989 Tour de France is widely regarded as one of the most epic in cycling history. The final stage on the Champs Elysees saw American rider Greg LeMond snatch the title from France's Laurent...

Locke's Travels in France 1675-1679 As Related in his Journals, Correspondence and Other Papers provides a comprehensive account of John Locke's four-year stay in France. The entries range from brief...

Henri Bergson's 1904-1905 lectures at the Collège de France offer a unique insight into his philosophy of freedom. These extraordinary documents, which convey Bergson's voice and ideas, explore the...

The Saboteur: The Aristocrat Who Became France's Most Daring Anti-Nazi Commando by Paul KixDuring World War II, Robert de La Rochefoucald, an aristocrat from one of France's most storied families,...

The SAS in Occupied France 2: SAS Operations, June to October 1944 by Gavin Mortimer is a detailed account of two of the most significant Second World War operations carried out by the Special Air...

Spanning three centuries, this engaging book provides the first full account of genius in France. Ann Jefferson explores how the idea of genius has been reflected on and redefined through its uses in...

The Hermeneutics of the Subject Lectures at the Collège de France 1981--1982 by Michel Foucault Michel Foucault's lectures at the Collège de France, delivered throughout the 1970s and early 1980s,...

The Heroines of SOE F Section: Britain's Secret Women in France The story of the female agents who risked their lives for Britain and the liberation of France during World War II has never been fully...

Anne of Brittany: A Queen's Dilemma In 1498, Anne of Brittany became embroiled in Europe's most sensational scandal as she sought to reclaim her duchy from France. At just twenty-one years old, she...

Explore France from the comfort of your own home with this engaging geography book for kids. Featuring colourful pictures and interesting facts, it's an ideal way to discover the places to visit in...

Transnational Spaces and Identities in the Francophone World explores how postcolonial immigration has shaped identity in France and beyond. The dissolution of the French Empire led to a surge in...

Rousseau, Burke, and Revolution in France 1791 is an updated addition to the Reacting to the Past family, transforming the classroom into Paris in 1791. Here, students gather to craft a constitution...

A History of Sixteenth Century France, 1483-1598: Renaissance, Reformation and Rebellion by Janine Garrisson This comprehensive survey explores the complex history of sixteenth-century France, from...

Accessories to Modernity explores how feminine fashion accessories became essential in the bourgeois idealization of womanhood in nineteenth-century France. These objects, such as cashmere shawls and...

The Virtues of Violence: Democracy Against Disintegration in Modern France by Kevin Duong In modern French thought, popular violence was seen as a redemptive force capable of binding and repairing...

When art historian and mother Vega Stern discovers a mysterious pink shoe at the Spring of Tears medieval monastery in France, she unwittingly becomes entangled in a murder investigation. As she...

The Cambridge Companion to Frances Burney provides an in-depth exploration of the life and works of one of eighteenth-century England's most celebrated novelists. This comprehensive guide covers all...

Riding the New Wave: Youth and the Rejuvenation of France After the Second World War By Richard Ivan Jobs Stanford University Press, 2007 This book explores how youth culture played a significant...

The Light-Green Society: Ecology and Technological Modernity in France, 1960-2000 by Michael Bess In postwar France, a new social order has emerged, marked by an increasing interpenetration of nature...

This book explores the complex history of conflict between Muslims and Jews in France, challenging the idea that rising anti-Semitism is solely linked to events in Israel and Palestine.Maud Mandel...

The National Revolution in Vichy France: Ideas and Policies, 1930-1944 by Debbie Lackerstein explores the ideology and aims of the Vichy regime. This study examines the complex and often...

The mass protests that shook France in May 1968 were exciting, dangerous, creative and influential, changing European politics to this day. Fifty years later, here are the eye-opening oral...

Blitzkrieg France 1940 is a comprehensive photo chronicle of the German invasion of France in the spring of 1940. Featuring hundreds of rare and previously unpublished images, this book provides a...

Heresy and inquisition in France, 1200-1300 is a comprehensive collection of primary sources in translation, offering insights into heresy and its persecution in medieval France. This book provides a...

Portraits played a significant role in shaping political identity during the Revolutionary and Imperial Eras in the United States and France. This collection of essays explores how artists navigated...

The Cévennes and Grands Causses region in southern France is renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty and diverse wildlife. This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth exploration of the flora,...

Nice Is Just a Place in France: How to Win at Basically Everything is a guide to achieving success and confidence. The authors, known for their witty blog BetchesLoveThis.com, share their insights on...

An Infinite History: The Story of a Family in France Over Three Centuries by Emma Rothschild offers a unique perspective on social and economic changes in 18th-century France. Through the story of...

Ladies of the Leisure Class explores the lives of bourgeois women in northern France during the 19th century. As industrialization transformed their world, these women created a distinct cultural...

Menu from the Midi takes you on a gastronomic journey through the South of France, exploring the region's rich food culture and history. This carefully curated menu combines stories of local...

The Tour de France: A Humble Beginning The Tour de France is one of the world's most iconic sporting events, but its origins are surprisingly humble. In 1903, a group of men looking to save their...

The Sun King at Sea: Maritime Art and Galley Slavery in Louis XIV's France This richly illustrated volume explores the lesser-known world of maritime art and galley slavery in early modern France,...

The House of Fragile Things: Jewish Art Collectors and the Fall of France By James McAuley In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, French Jews amassed impressive collections of art and cultural...

A History of the Iraq Crisis: France, the United States, and Iraq, 1991-2003 by Frédéric Bozo The invasion of Iraq in March 2003 was a pivotal moment in international relations, marked by a deepening...

Bon Appétit! Travels Through France with Knife, Fork and Corkscrew is a humorous exploration of French culture through its love affair with food. In this engaging account, the author delves into the...

The Last Neoliberal Macron and the Origins of France's Political Crisis by Stefano Palombarin and Bruno Amable France is experiencing its most acute phase of political crisis in over thirty years,...

The Story of Modern France: A Nation's Turmoil and Triumph This book tells the story of how modern France was established, from its troubled monarchy to its emergence as a beacon of democracy and...

The MICHELIN Guide France 2019 is your trusted companion for a great trip to France. With expert recommendations for over 4,300 restaurants and 2,800 hotels and accommodations, this guide has...

Natives Against Nativism: Antiracism and Indigenous Critique in Postcolonial France by Olivia C. Harrison explores the intersection of anticolonial solidarity and antiracist activism from the 1970s...

A Genealogy of Terror in Eighteenth-Century France by Ronald Schechter explores how the term 'terror' evolved in Western thought. For centuries, it had largely positive connotations, used to describe...

The Humiliation of Sinners: Public Penance in Thirteenth-century FranceThis book challenges prevailing views on the history of public penance, revealing that forms of public humiliation persisted...

Rashi's Daughters: RachelThe final book in Maggie Anton's epic trilogy about the lives and loves of Rashi's daughters, this novel tells the story of Rachel, the youngest and most beautiful daughter...

Unearthing the Secret Garden: The Plants and Places That Inspired Frances Hodgson BurnettMarta McDowell's engaging biography explores the life and works of beloved author Frances Hodgson Burnett,...

Inheriting Madness: Professionalization and Psychiatric Knowledge in Nineteenth-century France By Ian Robert Dowbiggin This book explores how psychiatry developed in 19th-century France, tracing the...

In medieval France, the boundaries between humans and animals are often blurred in literature. Peggy McCracken explores how these narratives reflect broader concerns about power and authority in...

A Forgotten Campaign: The British Armed Forces in France 1940 - from Dunkirk to the ArmisticeThis book tells the story of an often-overlooked chapter in Britain's World War II history, focusing on...

The Cambridge Illustrated History of France offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the country's history, from prehistoric times to the brink of a new millennium. With an innovative emphasis...

Adapting Nineteenth-Century France Literature in Film, Theatre, Television, Radio and Print examines how canonical French novelists' works have been reimagined across various media. By exploring six...

Pierre Boulez's extraordinary Collège de France lectures offer a unique insight into his conception of musical language and its evolution over nearly twenty years. First published, these lectures...

A Handbook to the Modern Provençal Language Spoken in the South of France, Piedmont, Etc by John Duncan Craig. This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth exploration of the modern Provençal...

Painting and Narrative in France, from Poussin to Gauguin explores the role of narrative in French painting over three centuries. Thirteen original essays shed light on key moments and aspects of...

Crusading kings such as Louis IX of France and Richard I of England exert a unique hold on our historical imagination. However, European rulers were not always eager participants in holy war. It...

Under Siege: Portraits of Civilian Life in France During World War I By Robert J. Young This collection of 130 excerpts from American and Canadian newspapers offers a unique perspective on the...

Grape Expectations: A Family's Vineyard Adventure in FranceWhen Caro and Sean find their dream vineyard near Bordeaux, they embark on an adventure that will change their lives forever. With a toddler...

The Jedburghs: The Secret History of the Allied Special Forces, France 1944 by Will Irwin For the first time, the true story of the Jedburghs, the elite special forces unit that played a crucial role...

Archaeologies of Colonialism: Consumption, Entanglement, and Violence in Ancient Mediterranean France By Michael Dietler University of California Press, 2015 This book presents a comprehensive study...

Death in the Ardennes 22nd August 1914: France's Deadliest Day by Jean-Michel Steg is a historical account of one of the most devastating days in French history. On 22nd August 1914, 27,000 French...

The history of Royal Flying Corps Engine Repair Shops in France during World War I is revealed in this detailed study. Aidan J. Williams has updated and expanded his earlier articles, adding...

The Appropriations, Erasures, and Accidents That Made Modern France by Claire Goldstein Versailles is often regarded as the epitome of Louis XIV's influence, but another site played a pivotal role in...

At Home in Postwar France explores how modernization efforts in France after World War II led to significant changes in the way people lived and interacted with their homes. This book examines the...

Martha Marino's Canals on Wheels is a collection of stories about her solo bicycle trips taken during the summers along nine canals in France. She describes her bike route, the towns and places she...

Power and Politics in Old Regime France, 1720-1745 by Peter Campbell offers a detailed analysis of the complex relationships between power and politics during this period. This study explores the...

Janine Marsh's memoir of her life in northern France is a heartwarming tale of love, renovation and community. After leaving behind city jobs in London, Janine and her husband embarked on an...

Two seasoned cyclists, with more years under their belts than ideal for such an adventure, set out to follow in the footsteps of Jon Porteous and Rob Gullen. Grant Goodman is accompanied by his...

This compact guide to France provides essential information for exploring this fascinating country. From top attractions like Provence and hidden gems like Périgord, to practical advice on getting...

The State of Society in France Before the Revolution of 1789: The Cause of Revolution by Alexis De Tocqueville and Henry Reeve. In 1789, the French people made a groundbreaking attempt to redefine...

The complex and often contradictory relationship between France and Britain spans nearly two centuries. From the Sun King to the present day, this magisterial book explores the ebb and flow of their...

Music and the Elusive Revolution: Cultural Politics and Political Culture in France, 1968-1981 by Eric Drott explores how music responded to the pivotal events of May 1968. This study examines the...

Lourdes: The History and Legacy of France's Most Famous Christian Pilgrimage Site This book explores the origins and significance of Lourdes, a town in southern France that has become a major...

A History of France, 1460-1560: The Emergence of a Nation State by David Potter provides a comprehensive survey of French history during this pivotal period. This in-depth analysis explores the...

The 12th Royal Lancers in France, August 17th 1914 - November 11th 1918 by M. C. Charrington is a poignant and moving account of the unit's role in World War I. The book tells the story of the 23...