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Richard Wall

    7 december 1953
    Family Forms in Historic Europe
    Just for Now
    Blue Green
    Household and Family in Past Times
    Wittgenstein in Ireland
    Near Death
    • Near Death

      • 358bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen
      4,0(5)Tarief

      Exploring the intriguing concept of posthumous influence, this book delves into whether a person can orchestrate a murder after their death. It raises philosophical and moral questions about life, death, and the lingering power of unresolved issues. The narrative intertwines suspense and mystery, challenging readers to consider the boundaries of existence and the impact of one's legacy. Through a captivating storyline, it invites contemplation on the nature of guilt, revenge, and the supernatural.

      Near Death
    • Wittgenstein in Ireland

      • 202bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen
      3,8(14)Tarief

      Having visited Ireland regularly during the 1930s, Ludwig Wittgenstein resigned his Cambridge philosophy professorship in 1947 and moved there, living in a fishing village on the Atlantic coast and hotels in Dublin and the Wicklow Mountains. Although Wittgenstein spent some time out of the country, Ireland was effectively his base for three very productive years during which he worked on what would become one of his key books, the posthumously published Philosophical Investigations .Wittgenstein in Ireland represents the first sustained account of Wittgenstein's time in Ireland, placing it in its historical context. Wall pays a good deal of attention to the representation of the Irish landscape in which the Austrian philosopher found himself able to work; a large part of his writings were produced in the bleak landscapes of Ireland and Norway.

      Wittgenstein in Ireland
    • Household and Family in Past Times

      • 635bladzijden
      • 23 uur lezen

      This is an extremely important collection of essays in historical social structure. The volume represents the first attempt to examine in historical and comparative terms the general belief that in the past all families were larger than they are today; that the nuclear family of man, wife and children living alone is particularly characteristic of the present time and came into being with the arrival of industry.

      Household and Family in Past Times
    • Blue Green

      Fans Against the Empire

      • 294bladzijden
      • 11 uur lezen

      Set in sixth-century Constantinople, the story revolves around Gaius Galen Licinius, a former gang leader drawn back into the world of chariot racing and street violence. As he navigates chaos instigated by an anonymous extortionist, Gaius must rally a team to manipulate a fanatical mob while confronting deep social issues, including religious conflict and the complexities of identity. The narrative is enriched by a diverse cast, including his loyal slave Tedius and the eunuch Chrysanthos, revealing the intricate interplay of personal and societal challenges in a tumultuous era.

      Blue Green
    • Just for Now

      • 430bladzijden
      • 16 uur lezen

      Set in Derby Station, the story follows a new post office recruit who encounters a vibrant cast of eccentric characters. Among them is George, a boozer and gambler who defends his lifestyle with a humorous yet defiant attitude, insisting that his antics are part of his job rather than a social life. The narrative explores the quirky dynamics and interactions within this unique workplace, highlighting the blend of humor and absurdity in their daily lives.

      Just for Now
    • Family Forms in Historic Europe

      • 620bladzijden
      • 22 uur lezen

      The exploration of various familial systems offers a comparative analysis that highlights their unique structures and dynamics. By examining the intricacies of these systems, the book aims to uncover the cultural, social, and historical factors that shape family life across different contexts. This study not only sheds light on the diversity of familial arrangements but also provides insights into the commonalities that bind them together.

      Family Forms in Historic Europe
    • Family history revisited

      • 408bladzijden
      • 15 uur lezen

      This collection of original essays by scholars on the historical study of the family from various parts of the world represent a new departure in this field. The essays cover a great variety of topics, and many countries are represented. The essays open up new debates and point to new directions in the field by examining dimensions of family relations that had not been sufficiently addressed in previous scholarship.

      Family history revisited
    • Walls Ars poetica ist das Ergebnis jahrzehntelanger Arbeit, die eine Brücke zwischen Bild und Sprache schlägt. Der Autor bewegt sich zwischen zarter Lyrik und scharfer Ironie, nutzt Wortspiele und Perspektivwechsel, um die Texte dynamisch zu gestalten. Ein Spiel mit Erinnerungen und Zukunft in einem vorläufigen Konstrukt.

      Locker vom Hocker. Gedichte in Spiritus