A fascinating firsthand account of life in Germany during World War I, written by an American journalist who spent several years there as a correspondent. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including interviews with German soldiers and civilians, Morrison provides a unique and nuanced portrait of a nation at war.
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John Barrymore's electrifying performances and innovative productions transformed Shakespearean theater in America and Great Britain. This detailed account by Michael A. Morrison combines newly uncovered sources and firsthand interviews to explore Barrymore's dynamic portrayals, alongside the contributions of director Arthur Hopkins and designer Robert Edmond Jones. The book vividly recounts the preparations, productions, and audience reactions, bringing to life the historic impact of Barrymore's artistry and the evolution of theatrical revivals.
Studies Of German Life And Character During The Great War, Based On The Enemy Press (1918)
The collection of essays offers a distinctive view of German life and character during World War I, drawing on articles from enemy press sources. It delves into various aspects of German culture, society, politics, and military perspectives, revealing insights into the German mindset and wartime propaganda. Additionally, the book examines the war's impact on civilians and the hardships they faced. This work serves as a valuable resource for understanding the German perspective during a pivotal historical moment.
Written in an informal yet substantive style that is a joy to read, this book provides a uniquely engaging, in-depth introduction to the concepts of quantum physics and their practical implementation, and is filled with clear, thorough explanations that help readers develop insight into physical ideas and master techniques of problem-solving using quantum mechanics.Fully explores the concepts and strategies of quantum mechanics, showing the connections among the physical concepts that govern the atomic and sub-atomic domain of matter, and examining how these concepts manifest themselves in the mathematical machinery of quantum mechanics. Focuses on the explanations and motivations of the postulates that underlie the machinery of quantum mechanics, and applies simple, single-particle systems in one dimension. Illuminates discussions of ideas and techniques with a multitude of examples that show not just the answers but also the reasoning behind them, and adds dimension to the subject with historical, biographical and philosophical references throughout.Designed for a wide range of readers interested in various branches of physics and engineering physics.