Bøker av John Reid

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Originally published in 1828, this acclaimed biography of Andrew Jackson offers a compelling portrait of one of America's most controversial and influential presidents. Drawing on firsthand accounts and meticulous research, Eaton and Reid describe Jackson's early years, military career, and political rise to power. With its vivid storytelling and vivid characterizations, The Life of Andrew Jackson remains a landmark work of American 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.

Published in 1842, this book provides a detailed examination of the Ottoman Empire during a period of transition and reform. Reid offers insights into Turkish politics, economics, and culture, as well as observations on the country's strategic position in relation to Europe and Asia. A valuable resource for scholars of Middle Eastern history and international relations.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.

DCI Steve Burt and his team have been asked to determine whether a serving RAF officer is a spy. If he is, then a kill order on him, issued by a clandestine MI5 department will be enforced.

A soldier retires from the army and is recruited into a mysterious government unit and a young woman is abducted and murdered. These completely separate events become central to DCI Steve Burts latest and most devastating case.

Sometimes it isn't just good police work that catches criminals. Sometimes you just have to watch them. This is the strategy DCI Steve Burt uses when presented with two different and equally baffling cases.

The world of warfare is changing, and a new weapons delivery system developed secretly in the UK is targeted by an international terrorist gang who set out to steal it on instructions from "The Voice". "The Voice" is a mysterious mastermind who uses an electronic device to disguise his voice and keep his identity hidden.

This two-volume work examines the history of Mount Allison University and its antecedent secondary schools from the earliest years to 1963. Volume 1 covers the years up until the beginning of the First World War.

Whatever It Takes recounts the politics and process behind ground-breaking works in New Zealand film. This is a story of entrepreneurs and dreamers, a disparate bunch bound together in pursuit of films that would define New Zealand cinema.