William Marsden fue un erudito y administrador cuya fascinación de toda la vida por las lenguas y culturas orientales dio forma a sus contribuciones literarias. Tras adquirir un amplio conocimiento de la lengua y la región malayas durante su estancia en Sumatra, se dedicó a la investigación académica a su regreso a Inglaterra. Sus obras principales incluyen una historia fundamental de Sumatra y estudios lingüísticos significativos, como una gramática y un diccionario completos de la lengua malaya. Marsden también se dedicó a traducir relatos de viajes y fue miembro activo de destacadas sociedades científicas, lo que subraya su compromiso con la investigación académica y la difusión del conocimiento.
Culturally significant, this work is a faithful reproduction of an original artifact, preserving its historical integrity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its journey through important libraries worldwide. The text serves as a key piece of civilization's knowledge base, highlighting its scholarly importance and connection to cultural heritage.
The author, recognized with the National Business Book Award, presents a compelling critique of the world's inadequate response to climate change. This engaging polemic explores the systemic failures and challenges in addressing environmental issues, urging readers to confront the urgency of the crisis. Through insightful analysis, the book aims to inspire action and provoke thought on sustainable solutions for a healthier planet.
NATIONAL BESTSELLERThe award-winning investigation into one of the most notorious murder cases in Canadian history—and that helped the wrongfully convicted Truscott clear his name after decades in prison.In 1959, a popular schoolboy, just 14 years old, was convicted and sentenced to hang for the rape and murder of his 12-year-old classmate. That summer, Canada lost its innocence and the shocking story of Steven Truscott became imprinted on the nation’s memory. First published in 2001, “Until You Are Dead” revealed new witnesses, leads and evidence never presented to the courts. Now this national bestseller is fully revised and updated, and takes readers from that fateful night in 1959 up to the new appeal granted to Truscott in 2006. Julian Sher’s award-winning and insightful chronicle details Steven Truscott’s dramatic final battle – with the help of his family, investigative journalists and lawyers – to clear his name once and for all.
Set in the late eighteenth century, this account offers a detailed exploration of Sumatra through the eyes of an orientalist and public servant. The narrative provides insights into the culture, geography, and societal structures of the region, reflecting the author's observations and experiences. This third edition, published in 1811, serves as a valuable historical document that captures the complexities of Sumatra during a transformative period in its history.
"A riveting dramatic account of the years, months and days leading up to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, revolving around the unexpected ways Canadians were deeply involved in every aspect of the American Civil War. Canadians take pride in being on the "good side" of the American Civil War, serving as a haven for 30,000 escaped slaves on the Underground Railroad. But dwelling in history's shadow is the much darker role Canada played in supporting the slave South and in fomenting the many plots against Lincoln. The North Star weaves together the different strands of five extraordinary Canadians and a handful of Americans in Canada as they all make their separate, fateful journeys to the night of the assassination on April 14, 1865. Most of them ended up crossing paths directly with either Lincoln or John Wilkes Booth. Some were witnesses to history, while others altered its course--all of them were caught up in the maelstrom that crossed borders and shook the world. The book centres the stories of such intrepid figures as Anderson Abbot, Canada's first Black doctor, who joined the Union Army; Emma Edmonds, the New Brunswick woman who disguised herself as a man to enlist as a Union nurse; and Edward P. Doherty, the Quebec man who sled the hunt to track down John Wilkes Booth. We also meet the wealthy men who bankrolled the Confederate side, such as Toronto aristocrat George Taylor Denison III and banker and Montreal mayor Henry Starnes. Sher creates vivid portraits of places we thought we knew. Montreal was a sort of 19th-century Casablanca of the North: a hub for assassins, money-men, mercenaries and soldiers on the run. Toronto was a headquarters for Confederate plotters and gun-runners. The two largest hotels in the country became nests of Confederate spies. The Catholic Church, prominent politicians and bankers in Upper and Lower Canada and most of the country's newspapers all sympathized with the rebel slave states. Meticulously researched and richly illustrated, The North Star is a sweeping tale that makes long-ago events leap off the page."-- Provided by publisher
The award-winning authors of The Road to Hell provide a comprehensive account of the Hells Angels and the global biker network. Marsden and Sher detail how America's most notorious motorcycle gang evolved from a group of rebels and outcasts into a sophisticated criminal organization. While media portrayals celebrate Sonny Barger, the Hells Angels' California leader, the reality reveals them as a major crime export, with around 2,500 full-patch members in 25 countries. This gang has spawned a global subculture of violent biker groups. Readers are taken to various locations, including Arizona, where a significant undercover police operation aimed to infiltrate the bikers, and British Columbia, where affluent bikers dominate organized crime. The narrative also covers Australia, where bikies clash with law enforcement, and Curacao, where drug trafficking connects with Dutch bikers. In Scandinavia, a brutal biker war escalated to rocket attacks and bombings. For the first time, infiltrated police officers share their experiences, revealing the dangers and challenges of going undercover. Marsden and Sher explore the rise of the Hells Angels and the limited successes of law enforcement in curbing their power. The excerpt highlights the violence and destruction associated with the gang, juxtaposed against the media's glorification of Barger as an "American legend."
A Dictionary of the Malayan Language is an essential resource for anyone studying the Malay language. William Marsden's comprehensive dictionary includes both Malayan-English and English-Malayan sections, making it a valuable tool for both native speakers and learners of the language. With a foreword by T. S. Wentworth, this edition is a must-have for any student of the Malay language or culture.
Explore the fascinating world of William Marsden with this comprehensive collection of his works. Featuring a wide array of subjects, including travel, history, and medicine, this book provides a unique and captivating look into the mind of one of the most compelling figures of the 19th century.
This important medical text provides a detailed description of the symptoms and treatment of cholera, a disease that swept through Europe in the 19th century. Marsden draws on his experience as a physician at the Royal Free Hospital to present a thorough and insightful analysis of the disease.