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A History

by John E. Simmons ...

This comprehensive history of museums begins with the origins of collecting in prehistory and traces the evolution of museums from grave goods to treasure troves, from the Alexandrian Temple of the Muses to the Renaissance cabinets of curiosities, and onto the diverse array of modern institutions worldwide. The development of museums as public institutions is explored in the context of world ... Read more

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This comprehensive history of museums begins with the origins of collecting in prehistory and traces the evolution of museums from grave goods to treasure troves, from the Alexandrian Temple of the Muses to the Renaissance cabinets of curiosities, and onto the diverse array of modern institutions worldwide. The development of museums as public institutions is explored in the context of world
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Leaves

A Beautiful Drama about the Passage of Time

by John Simmons ...

Experience London in 1970 as a journalist captures a community's ups and downs over the course of a year in this slice-of-life saga.Ophelia Street, 1970. A street like any other, a community that lives and breathes together as people struggle with their commitments and pursue their dreams. It is a world we recognise, a world where class and gender divide, where set roles are acknowledged. But what ... Read more

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Experience London in 1970 as a journalist captures a community's ups and downs over the course of a year in this slice-of-life saga.Ophelia Street, 1970. A street like any other, a community that lives and breathes together as people struggle with their commitments and pursue their dreams. It is a world we recognise, a world where class and gender divide, where set roles are acknowledged. But what
... Read more
Napoleonic Wars in History & Memories

Histories of Campaigns and Battles (Including Biographies, Letters and Memoirs of the Leading Commanders)

by Napoleon Bonaparte, Carl Von Clausewitz, Charles Downer Hazen, Alexandre Dumas, Comte de Philippe-Paul Ségur, Frederic Shoberl, Charles Cornwallis Chesney, S. E. Winbolt, Charles Dalton, Marcelin Marbot, Adrien Bourgogne, Moyle Sherer, Robert Southey, William Lawrence, William Surtees, John Kincaid, William Henry Fitchett, George Simmons, Donat Henchy O'Brien, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne, Louis Constant Wairy, William Milligan Sloane ...

Discover the truth behind the myth, learn about the real people behind legendary names. This unique collection sheds light on the short but momentous historical period that changed the course of history. The historical works cover the rise of and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, the seemingly endless wars, campaigns and conquests that made him the emperor and at the same time eventually determined his ... Read more

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Discover the truth behind the myth, learn about the real people behind legendary names. This unique collection sheds light on the short but momentous historical period that changed the course of history. The historical works cover the rise of and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, the seemingly endless wars, campaigns and conquests that made him the emperor and at the same time eventually determined his
... Read more
Fluid Preservation

A Comprehensive Reference

by John E. Simmons ...

This revised edition of Fluid Preservation: A Comprehensive Reference has been updated with a wealth of new research published during the last decade on preserving specimens in alcohol, formaldehyde, and other fluids. The text includes an expanded comprehensive bibliography and sections on managing fluid-preserved collections, determining preservative concentration, storage environments, ... Read more

$126.99 CAD

This revised edition of Fluid Preservation: A Comprehensive Reference has been updated with a wealth of new research published during the last decade on preserving specimens in alcohol, formaldehyde, and other fluids. The text includes an expanded comprehensive bibliography and sections on managing fluid-preserved collections, determining preservative concentration, storage environments,
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Napoleon vs. Great Britain – History of the Conflict

Including Biographies & Memoirs of the Leading Commanders as well as Autobiographies of Regular Soldiers

by S. E. Winbolt, Charles Cornwallis Chesney, Joseph Moyle Sherer, William Lawrence, William Surtees, William Henry Fitchett, George Simmons, John Kincaid, Donat Henchy O'Brien, Robert Southey ...

Between 1793 and 1815, Great Britain was the most constant of France's enemies. Through its command of the sea and active military intervention in the Peninsular War, Britain played the central role in Napoleon's downfall, even as all other major powers switched back and forth. This unique collection sheds the light on this historical conflict which changed the course of history and includes ... Read more

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Between 1793 and 1815, Great Britain was the most constant of France's enemies. Through its command of the sea and active military intervention in the Peninsular War, Britain played the central role in Napoleon's downfall, even as all other major powers switched back and forth. This unique collection sheds the light on this historical conflict which changed the course of history and includes
... Read more
Things Great and Small

Collection Management Policies

by John E. Simmons ...

Series series American Alliance of Museums
Collection care is a fundamental responsibility for museums and other collecting institutions, and the foundation of collection stewardship is good collection management policies. The new third edition of Things Great and Small continues to be a comprehensive resource for developing, implementing, and revising collection management policies and includes new information for addressing prolonged or ... Read more

$54.99 CAD

Collection care is a fundamental responsibility for museums and other collecting institutions, and the foundation of collection stewardship is good collection management policies. The new third edition of Things Great and Small continues to be a comprehensive resource for developing, implementing, and revising collection management policies and includes new information for addressing prolonged or
... Read more
Museum Registration Methods

Edited by John E. Simmons, Toni M. Kiser ...

Series series American Alliance of Museums
Since the first edition was published in 1958, Museum Registration Methods has defined the profession and served as a fundamental reference for all aspects of collections registration, care, and management. The sixth edition of Museum Registration Methods is a comprehensive guide to registration and collections management for museums, from acquisition to use and deaccessioning.The authors and ... Read more

$126.99 CAD

Since the first edition was published in 1958, Museum Registration Methods has defined the profession and served as a fundamental reference for all aspects of collections registration, care, and management. The sixth edition of Museum Registration Methods is a comprehensive guide to registration and collections management for museums, from acquisition to use and deaccessioning.The authors and
... Read more
The Bloody Reign of Napoleon

History of the Napoleonic Wars (Including Biographies of Napoleon, Collected Works of Napoleon, Memoirs of Leading Commanders and Soldiers)

by Napoleon Bonaparte, Charles Downer Hazen, Carl Von Clausewitz, Comte de Philippe-Paul Ségur, Frederic Shoberl, Charles Cornwallis Chesney, S. E. Winbolt, Charles Dalton, Marcelin Marbot, Adrien Bourgogne, Moyle Sherer, Robert Southey, William Lawrence, William Surtees, John Kincaid, William Henry Fitchett, George Simmons, Donat Henchy O'Brien, Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne, Louis Constant Wairy, William Milligan Sloane ...

E-artnow presents this unique collection dedicated to the infamous era of Napoleonic Wars, the short but momentous period that changed the course of history forever and forged the legend that is Napoleon. This collection includes: Historical Works: The History of Napoleonic Wars (Charles Downer Hazen) The Campaign of 1812 (Carl Von Clausewitz) History of the Expedition to Russia (Comte de Philippe ... Read more

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E-artnow presents this unique collection dedicated to the infamous era of Napoleonic Wars, the short but momentous period that changed the course of history forever and forged the legend that is Napoleon. This collection includes: Historical Works: The History of Napoleonic Wars (Charles Downer Hazen) The Campaign of 1812 (Carl Von Clausewitz) History of the Expedition to Russia (Comte de Philippe
... Read more
Fluid Preservation

A Comprehensive Reference

by John E. Simmons ...

Fluid preservation refers to specimens and objects that are preserved in fluids, most commonly alcohol and formaldehyde, but also glycerin, mineral oil, acids, glycols, and a host of other chemicals that protect the specimen from deterioration. Some of the oldest natural history specimens in the world are preserved in fluid.Despite the fact that fluid preservation has been practiced for more than ... Read more

$168.99 CAD

Fluid preservation refers to specimens and objects that are preserved in fluids, most commonly alcohol and formaldehyde, but also glycerin, mineral oil, acids, glycols, and a host of other chemicals that protect the specimen from deterioration. Some of the oldest natural history specimens in the world are preserved in fluid.Despite the fact that fluid preservation has been practiced for more than
... Read more
Foundations of Museum Studies

Evolving Systems of Knowledge

by Kiersten F. Latham, John E. Simmons ...

This broad introduction to museums benefits all educators who teach introductory museum studies, addressing the discipline from a holistic, dynamic, and document-centered perspective.Museums serve to help us understand the past and navigate our future—as individuals, as societies, and as a global community. A careful and accurate assessment of a museum's purpose is crucial to its ability to serve ... Read more

$66.99 CAD

This broad introduction to museums benefits all educators who teach introductory museum studies, addressing the discipline from a holistic, dynamic, and document-centered perspective.Museums serve to help us understand the past and navigate our future—as individuals, as societies, and as a global community. A careful and accurate assessment of a museum's purpose is crucial to its ability to serve
... Read more
Moral Principles and Political Obligations

by A. John Simmons ...

Outlining the major competing theories in the history of political and moral philosophy--from Locke and Hume through Hart, Rawls, and Nozick--John Simmons attempts to understand and solve the ancient problem of political obligation. Under what conditions and for what reasons (if any), he asks, are we morally bound to obey the law and support the political institutions of our countries? ... Read more

$67.09 CAD

Outlining the major competing theories in the history of political and moral philosophy--from Locke and Hume through Hart, Rawls, and Nozick--John Simmons attempts to understand and solve the ancient problem of political obligation. Under what conditions and for what reasons (if any), he asks, are we morally bound to obey the law and support the political institutions of our countries?
... Read more
Guardians of the Gulf: Navigating Security Challenges

Edited by Gregory John Simons, Khaled Al-Kassimi, Kleanthis Kyriakidis ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book dissects the intricacies of security challenges in this strategically vital region. From emerging threats to urbanization complexities, this book navigates the multifaceted security landscape, offering profound insights into the pressing issues facing the Arabian Gulf.Explores emerging security threats and urbanization challenges, the book provides a nuanced understanding of contemporary ... Read more

$256.19 CAD

This book dissects the intricacies of security challenges in this strategically vital region. From emerging threats to urbanization complexities, this book navigates the multifaceted security landscape, offering profound insights into the pressing issues facing the Arabian Gulf.Explores emerging security threats and urbanization challenges, the book provides a nuanced understanding of contemporary
... Read more

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