Historical Sketches, Volume I (of 3) by John Henry Newman
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| Author | Newman, John Henry, 1801-1890 |
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| Title |
Historical Sketches, Volume I (of 3)
The Turks in Their Relation to Europe; Marcus Tullius Cicero; Apollonius of Tyana; Primitive Christianity |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Susan Skinner, Janet Blenkinship, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Historical Sketches, Volume I (of 3)" by John Henry Newman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the interactions and history of the Turks in relation to Europe, alongside reflections on figures like Marcus Tullius Cicero and Apollonius of Tyana. Newman's work aims to provide a comprehensive sketch of Turkish history while exploring its historical significance and complexity. The opening of the text sets the stage for a detailed examination of the Turkish tribes, their geographical origins, and their conflicts with Europe. Newman introduces the idea of a long-standing conflict between the North and the South, positioning the Turks within this historical framework. He asserts that understanding the Turks and their movements necessitates a dive into their pastoral and nomadic lifestyle, geographical challenges, and the eventual paths they took into Europe. Through this lens, Newman invites readers to grasp the intricate dynamics of power, invasion, and cultural interaction that have shaped historical relations between the Turks and Europe. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Cicero, Marcus Tullius |
| Subject | Church history -- Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600 |
| Subject | Turkey -- History |
| Subject | Apollonius, of Tyana |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21859 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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