Bøger af Thomas Preston

This book is a complete history of the Yeomen of the Guard, the oldest military body in existence in England, from their origin in the 15th century until 1885. It also includes a brief account of the Tower Warders, another prominent group of British soldiers. Author Thomas Preston, himself a member of the Yeomen of the Guard, provides an insider's view of the organization and its activities throughout its history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Preston's book is a classic work on the theory of light and its many applications. In this book, he provides detailed descriptions of the properties of light, the nature of light waves, and their behavior under different conditions. He also discusses the properties of lenses and mirrors, and provides practical advice on their use in a variety of fields, from photography to astronomy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""A Manual Showing The Practice And Procedure In Colonial And Indian Appeals: Before The Lords Of The Judicial Committee On Her Majesty�������s Most Honorable Privy Council (1900)"" is a legal guidebook written by Thomas Preston. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the legal practices and procedures involved in colonial and Indian appeals before the Lords of the Judicial Committee on Her Majesty�������s Most Honorable Privy Council. It covers a wide range of topics, including the jurisdiction of the Privy Council, the process of filing an appeal, the preparation of documents, and the conduct of oral arguments. The book also includes a detailed discussion of the relevant case law and the principles of legal interpretation that apply in these types of appeals. This guidebook is an invaluable resource for legal practitioners, scholars, and anyone interested in the legal systems of colonial and post-colonial India.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

The Theory of Light is a book written by Thomas Preston in 1912. It is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles of light and its behavior, including the nature of light waves, the laws of reflection and refraction, and the properties of lenses and mirrors. The book is divided into several chapters, each exploring a different aspect of light theory, from the electromagnetic spectrum to the principles of color perception. Preston's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both students and professionals in the field of optics. The Theory of Light remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of light and its applications.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""The Yeomen of the Guard, Their History from 1485 to 1885: And a Concise Account of the Tower Warders"" is a historical book written by Thomas Preston. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Yeomen of the Guard, a ceremonial bodyguard of the English monarch that dates back to the reign of Henry VII in 1485. The author covers the history of the Yeomen of the Guard from their inception to the year 1885, discussing their role in various important events in English history, including the execution of Mary Queen of Scots and the coronation of Queen Victoria. Additionally, the book includes a concise account of the Tower Warders, another group of ceremonial guards who have been responsible for the security of the Tower of London since the 14th century. Overall, this book provides a fascinating insight into the history and traditions of two of England's most iconic ceremonial guard units.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1824 Edition. For The Murder Of Crispus Attucks, Samuel Gray, Samuel Maverick, James Caldwell, And Patrick Carr.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

The Trial of the British Soldiers, of the Twenty-Ninth Regiment of Foot: For the Murder of Crispus Attucks, Samuel Gray, Samuel Maverick, James Caldwell, and Patrick Carr is a historical account written by Thomas Preston in 1824. The book details the infamous Boston Massacre of 1770, where British soldiers opened fire on a group of unarmed American colonists, killing five and injuring six others. The soldiers were tried for murder, and the trial became a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the American Revolution. The book provides a detailed account of the trial proceedings, including witness testimony, legal arguments, and the verdicts. It also includes a historical overview of the events leading up to the massacre and the aftermath, including the impact it had on colonial sentiment towards British rule. Overall, The Trial of the British Soldiers is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

The Making of the Modern Law: Legal Treatises, 1800-1926 includes over 20,000 analytical, theoretical and practical works on American and British Law. It includes the writings of major legal theorists, including Sir Edward Coke, Sir William Blackstone, James Fitzjames Stephen, Frederic William Maitland, John Marshall, Joseph Story, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. and Roscoe Pound, among others. Legal Treatises includes casebooks, local practice manuals, form books, works for lay readers, pamphlets, letters, speeches and other works of the most influential writers of their time. It is of great value to researchers of domestic and international law, government and politics, legal history, business and economics, criminology and much more.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++Harvard Law School Libraryocm30374655Published by permission of the lord president." Includes index.London: Eyre & Spottiswoode, 1900. vi, 193 p.: forms; 19 cm.

The Making of the Modern Law: Legal Treatises, 1800-1926 includes over 20,000 analytical, theoretical and practical works on American and British Law. It includes the writings of major legal theorists, including Sir Edward Coke, Sir William Blackstone, James Fitzjames Stephen, Frederic William Maitland, John Marshall, Joseph Story, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. and Roscoe Pound, among others. Legal Treatises includes casebooks, local practice manuals, form books, works for lay readers, pamphlets, letters, speeches and other works of the most influential writers of their time. It is of great value to researchers of domestic and international law, government and politics, legal history, business and economics, criminology and much more.++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification: ++++Yale Law School LibraryCTRG97-B1008Includes indexes. "Published by permission of the Lord President." "Intended to take the place of Mr. R.T. Lattey's 'Handy Book on the Practice and procedure of the Privy Council.'"--Cf. Pref.London: Eyre & Spottiswoode, 1900. [viii], 191 p.: forms; 19 cm

Jubilee Jottings - The jubilee of George the Third. 25th October, 1809 - A record of the festivities with the proclamations, congratulatory addresses, etc is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1887.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.