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1. Gareth , Verney

York Castle Prison

For nearly 750 years, from the time of Henry II to the end of Queen Victoria's Reign, York Castle stood as the focal point of Crime and Punishment for Yorkshire. From witches to pirates, thieves to highwaymen, traitors to political prisoners, and debtors to murderers, they all came through the walls of York Castle.Changes to the law, methods of punishment, political factors, gender, and social status on the outside all blended together to determine the lives of the men and women held within York Castle's imposing walls. However, above all, their life would be determined by the individuals who ran the prison, both good and bad, always seeking more for themselves.The buildings changed from being part of the fortified Castle of York, through the grandiose architecture of the eighteenth century, into oppressive buildings that typified the nineteenth-century prison. Yet today, with many of the buildings gone, the space has been opened up to be a welcoming environment for visitors to the City of York. This means that for the many annual visitors to the site, it is difficult to appreciate the significant role that York Castle once played.In this book, the author combines past work with new resources and research to tell the story of York Castle's history as a centre of justice in Yorkshire and its significant role within the British justice system as a whole. Telling a story of both local and national importance.

1. Jules , Verne

Deux ans de vacances

1. Mihaela , Münch

Über Grenzen getragen

Mihaela wächst in großer Armut in einer dysfunktionalen Familie im kommunistischen Rumänien auf. Entbehrungen und Demütigungen sind an der Tagesordnung. Als junge Frau kommt sie als Au-pair-Mädchen nach Deutschland, wo sie erste Schritte im Vertrauen auf Jesus macht. Aber sie muss das Land schon bald wieder verlassen, was dramatische Folgen für sie hat. Heute hat Mihaela es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, den Menschen am Rande der Gesellschaft mit dem liebevollen Blick Gottes zu begegnen und leitet ein großes Sozialkaufhaus in Hannover.

Nach so viel Schmerz und Pein

'Nach so viel Schmerz und Pein' versammelt Briefe von Holocaust-Überlebenden, die sie nach ihrer Befreiung verfassten. Der Band dokumentiert die wohl persönlichsten Zeugnisse aus dem Übergang von der Katastrophe in ein ungewisses Danach.Eine Schwester schreibt ihrem Bruder, dass die Mutter nicht mehr lebt. Ein Ehemann sucht verzweifelt nach Frau und Kind und bittet alte Freunde um warme Kleidung. Diese und zahlreiche weitere Briefe machen die Realität der Befreiung greifbar - nicht als Moment des Triumphs, sondern als Beginn einer schmerzhaften Konfrontation mit dem Verlust.Jeder Brief wird durch eine historische Einordnung ergänzt. So entsteht ein facettenreiches Bild individueller Schicksale. 'Nach so viel Schmerz und Pein' ist ein unverzichtbares Quellenwerk für alle, die den Holocaust jenseits der großen Narrative auf der Ebene einzelner Menschen und ihrer Schicksale verstehen wollen.Durchgehend vierfarbig mit zahlreichen Abbildungen sowie einem Vorwort des Freundeskreises Yad Vashem e. V. und der Landecker Foundation

1. Chester Verne , Easum

The Americanization of Carl Schurz

"The Americanization of Carl Schurz" is a comprehensive biographical study that examines the remarkable life and political evolution of one of the 19th century's most influential immigrant figures. This work explores how Carl Schurz, a refugee of the 1848 German revolutions, successfully integrated into the American political fabric to become a United States Senator, Secretary of the Interior, and a prominent Union General during the Civil War. The narrative focuses on the process of cultural and political assimilation, tracing Schurz's journey from a young idealistic revolutionary to a titan of American public life. The book highlights his unwavering commitment to civil service reform, his pivotal role in the Republican Party, and his dedication to social justice and anti-slavery efforts. By analyzing his speeches, letters, and political maneuvers, the work illustrates the profound impact Schurz had on the development of his adopted country. This scholarly exploration provides valuable insights into the German-American experience and the broader themes of national identity and reform during a transformative era in United States history. It remains an essential resource for those interested in 19th-century politics, the immigrant contribution to American democracy, and the enduring legacy of a man who bridged two worlds through his intellectual and civic contributions. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

1. Chester Verne , Easum

The Americanization of Carl Schurz

"The Americanization of Carl Schurz" is a comprehensive biographical study that examines the remarkable life and political evolution of one of the 19th century's most influential immigrant figures. This work explores how Carl Schurz, a refugee of the 1848 German revolutions, successfully integrated into the American political fabric to become a United States Senator, Secretary of the Interior, and a prominent Union General during the Civil War. The narrative focuses on the process of cultural and political assimilation, tracing Schurz's journey from a young idealistic revolutionary to a titan of American public life. The book highlights his unwavering commitment to civil service reform, his pivotal role in the Republican Party, and his dedication to social justice and anti-slavery efforts. By analyzing his speeches, letters, and political maneuvers, the work illustrates the profound impact Schurz had on the development of his adopted country. This scholarly exploration provides valuable insights into the German-American experience and the broader themes of national identity and reform during a transformative era in United States history. It remains an essential resource for those interested in 19th-century politics, the immigrant contribution to American democracy, and the enduring legacy of a man who bridged two worlds through his intellectual and civic contributions. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.