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The Crime of Poison in the Middle Ages

By: Franck Collard

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The Crime of Poison in the Middle Ages

By: Franck Collard

This book will lead readers into a medieval culture of ambition, greed, and jealousy that motivated men and women to take the lives of individuals who trusted them. Collard examines the perception of the crime of poisoning in the West in medieval times, from about 500 to 1500 AD, exploring the ways the alleged crime was perceived in contemporary minds. His primary sources are chronicles that cover the entire medieval period and legal texts that are limited to the late medieval centuries. In order to portray the culture of murder by poisoning in the West, it was necessary to take into account Byzantine and Islamic documents as well as ancient texts such as the Scriptures and the writings of Roman historians, both of which were widely known in the Middle Ages. This book will lead readers into a medieval culture of ambition, greed, and jealousy that motivated men and women to take the lives of individuals who trusted them. In these pages, French medievalist Franck Collard examines the perception of the crime of poisoning in the West from about 500 to 1500. His primary sources of information are chronicles that cover the entire medieval period and legal texts that are limited to the late medieval centuries. In order to portray the culture of murder by poisoning in the West, he takes into account Byzantine and Islamic documents, as well as ancient texts such as the Scriptures and the writings of Roman historians, both of which were widely known in the Middle Ages. The resulting volume is concerned with the criminal actions that involve poison and not poison as such. Poisonous substances as such are described only when necessary for an understanding of a crime. What is important here is an examination of the ways the alleged crime was perceived in contemporary minds. Poisoning avoids the use of violence. It was committed without a drawn weapon or bloodshed in a world in which wounds, swords, knives, and clubs represented aggression and in which the flow of blood determined the gravity of the crime. Necessarily involving preparation and secrecy, it was often perpetrated treacherously during a meal, a particularly heinous act in a universe that was united by the companionship of a meal and the sociability of drinking. The special horror associated with poisoning resulted from the treachery of those close to the victim-and a sudden death that prevented a final confession of sins.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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031334700X

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9780313347009

Benjamin Franklin

The Man who Could Do Just about Anything

By: Sneed B. Collard, III,Sneed B. Collard

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Benjamin Franklin

The Man who Could Do Just about Anything

By: Sneed B. Collard, III,Sneed B. Collard

A juvenile biography of Benjamin Franklin, scientist, inventor, printer, writer, statesman, and Founding Father"--Provided by publisher.

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Marshall Cavendish

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0761421610

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9780761421610

Torture as State Crime

A Criminological Analysis of the Transnational Institutional Torturer

By: Melanie Collard

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Torture as State Crime

A Criminological Analysis of the Transnational Institutional Torturer

By: Melanie Collard

Can we understand torture by focusing on the torture chamber or even on the states in which it is practiced, or do we have to consider the wider political context in which it is embedded? This is the central question of this book which explores concepts of state crime for understanding and responding to the indirect use of torture by external nation states. Drawing on the cooperation between France and Argentina in Argentina's Dirty War, this book explores the utility of the concept of state crime for understanding and responding to the indirect use of torture by external nation states with a detailed examination of the exportation of torture techniques and training expertise as complicity in torture. Discussing the institutionalisation of torture in its international structural context, this book focuses on examining three alleged manifestations of the torturer: direct perpetrator, institutional perpetrator, and transnational institutional perpetrator. Important reading for those in the fields of criminology, sociology, international relations and human rights law, this book will also be of key interest to scholars and students in the areas of state crime, human rights and imperialism.

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352

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Routledge

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1315456117

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9781315456119

Pacific Steam Navigation Company

Fleet List & History

By: Ian Collard

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Pacific Steam Navigation Company

Fleet List & History

By: Ian Collard

Founded in 1838, and operating to South America from Liverpool, the Pacific Steam Navigation Co. was the first to operate steamships in the Pacific.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445635054

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9781445635057

Operation Giselle

By: Teresa Collard

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Operation Giselle

By: Teresa Collard

Historical fiction based on fact, based on real events of World War II that the UK Government didn't want to reveal whilst at war. But it is now of huge importance that the bravery of these men is now recognised and what a breathtaking story of courage and sacrifice theirs is.

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195

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Lulu.com

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1291392297

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9781291392296

Canadian Pacific Ships

The History of a Company and its Ships

By: Ian Collard

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Canadian Pacific Ships

The History of a Company and its Ships

By: Ian Collard

In 1873 a company was formed to construct the first railway across Canada. It soon branched out into shipping, chartering ships from the Cunard Line for service between Vancouver, Yokohama, Shanghai and Hong Kong. In 1889 Canadian Pacific would be awarded the mail contract for the service across the Pacific and, by 1903, they would purchase Elder Dempster & Company and begin sailing from Liverpool to Quebec and Montreal. They obtained control of the Atlantic, rail and Pacific routes, and later interest in the Canadian–Australasian Line, becoming 'the world's greatest transportation system', bridging two oceans and linking four continents. Canada's largest operator of Atlantic and Pacific steamships until after the Second World War, CP Ships boasted such names as Empress of Britain, Empress of Ireland and Empress of Canada. This new history of the shipping side of Canadian Pacific includes a wealth of illustrations and a detailed fleet list that will enthral maritime enthusiasts.

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The History Press

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1803990791

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9781803990798

The Last Legionnaire (Jack Lark, Book 5)

Battle of Solferino, 1859

By: Paul Fraser Collard

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The Last Legionnaire (Jack Lark, Book 5)

Battle of Solferino, 1859

By: Paul Fraser Collard

JACK LARK: SOLDIER, LEADER, IMPOSTER. The fifth book in the engaging military adventure series for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow and Matthew Harffy. 'Brilliant' Bernard Cornwell 'This is historical adventure with nuance and a flawed, melancholy hero' The Times 'Paul Fraser Collard commands the genre of historical action adventure with as much aplomb as Jack Lark commands his troops' Matthew Harffy Jack Lark has come a long way since his days as a gin palace pot boy. But can he surrender the thrill of freedom to return home? London, 1859. After years fighting for Queen and country, Jack walks back into his mother's East End gin palace a changed man. Haunted by the horrors of battle, and the constant fight for survival, he longs for a life to call his own. But the city - and its people - has altered almost beyond recognition, and Jack cannot see a place for himself there. A desperate moment leaves him indebted to the Devil - intelligence officer Major John Ballard, who once again leads Jack to the battlefield with a task he can't refuse. He tried to deny being a soldier once. He won't make the same mistake again. Europe is about to go to war. Jack Lark will march with them. THE LAST LEGIONNAIRE: JACK LARK BOOK 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ READERS CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF JACK LARK: 'Collard proving he deserves to be placed among the very best writers in the genre' 'Everything you need in an historical military novel. Intrigue, deception, the horror of combat, revenge...' 'Collard's writing is flawless' 'Anything but predictable' 'A superb addition to the series

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1472222741

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9781472222749

Sealink British Ferries

By: Ian Collard

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Sealink British Ferries

By: Ian Collard

A lavishly illustrated look at this much-missed company. Ian Collard tells the fascinating story of this unique shipping company.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445693054

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9781445693057

The Port of Dover Through Time

By: Ian Collard

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The Port of Dover Through Time

By: Ian Collard

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the Port of Dover has changed and developed over time.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445672758

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9781445672755

The Port of Southampton

By: Ian Collard

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The Port of Southampton

By: Ian Collard

Rare and previously unpublished images of the famous port of Southampton, which is United Kingdom’s premier passenger port.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445686422

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9781445686424

The British Cruise Ship an Illustrated History 1945-2014

By: Ian Collard

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The British Cruise Ship an Illustrated History 1945-2014

By: Ian Collard

Covering the Golden Age of the British Cruise Ship, Ian Collard takes us through the transition from liner voyages to cruising as we know it today.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445621436

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9781445621432

Stena Line

By: Ian Collard

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Stena Line

By: Ian Collard

With many rare and previously unpublished images this book celebrates the famous ferry operator Stena Line.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1398109495

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9781398109490

George Washington

By: Sneed B. Collard

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George Washington

By: Sneed B. Collard

It's not easy to find biographies that truly appeal to very young readers. Perhaps it's because they take a special talent to write! What's needed is an author who can distill a lot of complicated facts into clear, simple concepts, add a touch of warmth and humor, and create a story that a little kid won't want to put down. Add to the mix some lovely child-friendly art set in a framework of pastels and that's Benchmark's American Heroes. These charming titles, all carefully researched and well-documented, will fire the imaginations of young readers and help set them on a lifelong path to learning.

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Marshall Cavendish

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0761445056

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9780761445050

Ships of the Mersey

A Photographic History

By: Ian Collard

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Ships of the Mersey

A Photographic History

By: Ian Collard

A photographic history of the Mersey docks.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445624036

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9781445624037

Blue Star Line

Fleet List & History

By: Ian Collard

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Blue Star Line

Fleet List & History

By: Ian Collard

Comprehensive illustrated history of the ships of the Blue Star Line

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445645661

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9781445645667

P&O Ferries

By: Ian Collard

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P&O Ferries

By: Ian Collard

Utilising a selection of rare and previously unpublished images, maritime historian Ian Collard delves into the story of this iconic company and its ships.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1398103950

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9781398103955

The Mindfulness Diet

Eat in the 'now' and be the perfect weight for life – with mindfulness practices and 70 recipes

By: Dr Patrizia Collard,Helen Stephenson

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The Mindfulness Diet

Eat in the 'now' and be the perfect weight for life – with mindfulness practices and 70 recipes

By: Dr Patrizia Collard,Helen Stephenson

Mindfulness is the new attitude to living. Taking an attitude of mindful awareness to eating will not only help you appreciate every mouthful, but reward you with a whole new way to eat that heals your food issues. If you've always wanted to eat better and manage your weight, The Mindful Diet is for you. There's no dieting, calorie-counting or fasting - by changing your approach to feeding yourself, you can tune in to your 'body wisdom' and begin to eat less of what you don't need, while filling up nourishing foods that help you reach the weight you'll be happy with for life. The recipes in this book are simple and nutritious, so you can cook fast, but eat slow, with appreciation and mindful awareness of every delicious bite. DISCOVER: * How to tune in to your body and eat the foods you really need and achieve your best weight * Freedom from cravings - how to beat emotional eating * Mindful eating plans to keep you ontrack * 70 quick and easy recipes - breakfasts,lunches, dinners and snacks * The essential Mindfulness techniques that will transform your eating habits forever Eat your way to your perfect weight!

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Hamlyn

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0600630730

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9780600630739

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Through Time

By: Ian Collard

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The Isle of Man Steam Packet Through Time

By: Ian Collard

This fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which the world's oldest steamship company has changed and developed over the last century. A photographic history of the Steam Packet, from its foundation to the present day.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1445614324

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9781445614328

One Iguana, Two Iguanas: A Story of Accident, Natural Selection, and Evolution (How Nature Works)

By: Sneed B. Collard III

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One Iguana, Two Iguanas: A Story of Accident, Natural Selection, and Evolution (How Nature Works)

By: Sneed B. Collard III

KIRKUS STARRED REVIEW 2020 Outstanding Science Trade List A Junior Library Guild Selection Natural selection and speciation are all but ignored in children’s nonfiction. To help address this glaring deficiency, award-winning children’s science writer Sneed Collard traveled to the Galapagos Islands to see for himself, where Charles Darwin saw, how new species form. The result is this fascinating story of two species of iguana, one land-based and one marine, both of which developed from a single ancestor that reached the islands millions of years ago. The animals evolved in different directions while living within sight of one another. How is that possible? Collard uses the iguanas to explore Charles Darwin’s great discovery. F&P Level V

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Tilbury House Publishers and Cadent Publishing

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0884486516

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9780884486510

Irish Sea Ports on the River Mersey and River Dee

By: Ian Collard

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Irish Sea Ports on the River Mersey and River Dee

By: Ian Collard

Rare and previously unpublished images throughout, this book tells the fascinating history of these hubs of business and activity.

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Amberley Publishing Limited

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1398110760

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9781398110762

The Potters' View of Canada

Canadian Scenes on Nineteenth-century Earthenware

By: Elizabeth Collard,National Museum of Man (Canada)

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The Potters' View of Canada

Canadian Scenes on Nineteenth-century Earthenware

By: Elizabeth Collard,National Museum of Man (Canada)

This is the first book to be devoted exclusively to potters' view of Canada. Interest in nineteenth-century earthenware decorated with Canadian scenes has grown enormously in recent years. These ceramic pictures have caught the attention of museums and private collectors alike and have become notable features of the rapidly widening interest in Canadiana.

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McGill-Queen's Press - MQUP

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0773504214

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9780773504219

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