The Dutch were culturally ubiquitous in England during the early modern period and constituted London's largest alien population in the second half of the sixteenth century. While many sought temporary refuge from Spanish oppression in the Low Countries, others became part of a Dutch diaspora, developing their commercial, spiritual, and domestic lives in England. The category "Dutch" catalyzed questions about English self-definition that were engendered less by large-scale cultural distinctions than by uncanny similarities. Doppelgänger Dilemmas uncovers the ways England's real and imagined proximities with the Dutch played a crucial role in the making of English ethnicity. Marjorie Rubright explores the tensions of Anglo-Dutch relations that emerged in the form of puns, double entendres, cognates, homophones, copies, palimpsests, doppelgängers, and other doublings of character and kind. Through readings of London's stage plays and civic pageantry, English and Continental polyglot and bilingual dictionaries and grammars, and travel accounts of Anglo-Dutch rivalries and friendships in the Spice Islands, Rubright reveals how representations of Dutchness played a vital role in shaping Englishness in virtually every aspect of early modern social life. Her innovative book sheds new light on the literary and historical forces of similitude in an era that was so often preoccupied with ethnic and cultural difference.

A magisterial account of how the cultural and maritime relationships between the British, Dutch and American territories changed the existing world order - and made the Industrial Revolution possible Between 1500 and 1800, the North Sea region overtook the Mediterranean as the most dynamic part of the world. At its core the Anglo-Dutch relationship intertwined close alliance and fierce antagonism to intense creative effect. But a precondition for the Industrial Revolution was also the establishment in British North America of a unique type of colony - for the settlement of people and culture, rather than the extraction of things. England's republican revolution of 1649-53 was a spectacular attempt to change social, political and moral life in the direction pioneered by the Dutch. In this wide-angled and arresting book Jonathan Scott argues that it was also a turning point in world history. In the revolution's wake, competition with the Dutch transformed the military-fiscal and naval resources of the state. One result was a navally protected Anglo-American trading monopoly. Within this context, more than a century later, the Industrial Revolution would be triggered by the alchemical power of American shopping

In The Golden Mean of Languages, Alisa van de Haar sheds new light on the debates regarding the form and status of the vernacular in the early modern Low Countries, where both Dutch and French were local tongues. The fascination with the history, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary of Dutch and French has been studied mainly from monolingual perspectives tracing the development towards modern Dutch or French. Van de Haar shows that the discussions on these languages were rooted in multilingual environments, in particular in French schools, Calvinist churches, printing houses, and chambers of rhetoric. The proposals that were formulated there to forge Dutch and French into useful forms were not directed solely at uniformization but were much more diverse.

The term ad vivum and its cognates al vivo, au vif, nach dem Leben and naer het leven have been applied since the thirteenth century to depictions designated as from, to or after (the) life. This book explores the issues raised by this vocabulary and related terminology with reference to visual materials produced and used in Europe before 1800, including portraiture, botanical, zoological, medical and topographical images, images of novel and newly discovered phenomena, and likenesses created through direct contact with the object being depicted. The designation ad vivum was not restricted to depictions made directly after the living model, and was often used to advertise the claim of an image to be a faithful likeness or a bearer of reliable information. Viewed as an assertion of accuracy or truth, ad vivum raises a number of fundamental questions in the area of early modern epistemology – questions about the value and prestige of visual and/or physical contiguity between image and original, about the kinds of information which were thought important and dependably transmissible in material form, and about the roles of the artist in that transmission. The recent interest of historians of early modern art in how value and meaning are produced and reproduced by visual materials which do not conform to the definition of art as unique invention, and of historians of science and of art in the visualisation of knowledge, has placed the questions surrounding ad vivum at the centre of their common concerns. Contributors: Thomas Balfe, José Beltrán, Carla Benzan, Eleanor Chan, Robert Felfe, Mechthild Fend, Sachiko Kusukawa, Pieter Martens, Richard Mulholland, Noa Turel, Joanna Woodall, and Daan Van Heesch.

These days, every leader struggles with a paradox: you can’t predict the future, but you have to be able to make sense of it to thrive. In the age of the Internet, everyone knows what’s new, but to succeed you have to be able to sort out what’s important, devise strategies based on your own point of view, and get there ahead of the crowd. Bob Johansen shares techniques the Institute for the Future has been refining for nearly forty years to help leaders navigate what, borrowing a term from the Army War College, he calls the VUCA world: a world characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. As the institute’s ten-year forecast makes clear, leaders now face fewer problems with neat solutions and more dilemmas: recurring, complex, messy, and puzzling situations. Get There Early lays out the institute’s three-step Foresight to Insight to Action Cycle that will allow readers to sense, make sense of, and win with dilemmas. Johansen offers specific techniques, ranging from storytelling to simulation gaming, as well as real-world examples to help readers turn the VUCA world on its head through creative use of vision, understanding, clarity, and agility. This book offers hope for leaders facing the constant tension—a dilemma in itself—between judging too soon and deciding too late.

The development of a coherent, cohesive visual system of mathematics brought about a seminal shift in approaches towards abstract thinking in western Europe. Vernacular translations of Euclid’s Elements made these new and developing approaches available to a far broader readership than had previously been possible. Scholarship has explored the way that the language of mathematics leaked into the literary cultures of England and the Low Countries, but until now the role of visual metaphors of making and shaping in the establishment of mathematics as a practical tool has gone unexplored. Mathematics and the Craft of Thought sheds light on the remarkable culture shift surrounding the vernacular language translations of Euclid, and the geometrical imaginary that they sought to create. It shows how the visual language of early modern European geometry was constructed by borrowing and quoting from contemporary visual culture. The verbal and visual language of this form of mathematics, far from being simply immaterial, was designed to tantalize with material connotations. This book argues that, in a very real sense, practical geometry in this period was built out of craft metaphors.

Bertolini provides close, subtle readings of six of Shaws major plays: Caesar and Cleopatra, Man and Superman, Major Barbara, The Doctors Dilemma, Pygmalion, and Saint Joan. He also devotes a full chapter to the one-act plays.

When Emma found out she was an asymptomatic werewolf carrier at seven-years-old, she never imagined the challenges that would come with it. Life in Savannah may have been hectic, but it still offered the serene pack life she had always known. But when a group of hunters threatens their existence, Emma’s life is turned upside down. As the pack’s protector, Emma has always put her family and friends first. But when her fated mate Jack enters her life, she knows she must also protect him at all costs. However, when she discovers Jack’s secret, her loyalty is put to the ultimate test. With the fate of her pack and the balance of magic in the hands of Emma and her loved ones, the stakes are higher than ever. Will she choose her mate or face heartache and betrayal? If you enjoy heart-racing action and supernatural romance, you won’t want to miss the fourth installment in the Bite of Magic Saga. *** This novel contains sex, profanity, and mentions of torture.

In the heart of the cosmos, where the fabric of reality intertwines with the mysteries of quantum mechanics, lies a tale that will captivate your imagination and challenge your perception of existence. Quantum Shadows: Through the Multiverse's Veil is a gripping science fiction adventure that delves into the uncharted territories of parallel universes and the ethical dilemmas that come with profound discoveries. Dr. Evelyn Hart, a brilliant and determined quantum physicist, stands at the forefront of groundbreaking research in quantum computing. Her relentless curiosity and desire to push the boundaries of human knowledge lead to an extraordinary breakthrough—a portal to a parallel universe. This accidental discovery sets off a chain of events that thrust Evelyn into a complex web of alternate realities, each with its own secrets and dangers. As Evelyn navigates these parallel worlds, she encounters various versions of herself, including a formidable ally known as the Doppelgänger. Together, they uncover a malevolent organization bent on exploiting the quantum field for its own gain. This shadowy group, led by the ruthless Hunter and the enigmatic Shadow Weaver, seeks to destabilize the multiverse and assert control over its infinite possibilities. Quantum Shadows explores the delicate balance between ambition and responsibility. Evelyn's journey forces her to confront the ethical implications of her discoveries. The power to manipulate the quantum field offers unprecedented opportunities for advancement, but it also poses significant risks. The narrative delves deep into these dilemmas, examining the choices that define us and the responsibilities we bear when wielding great power. Amidst the thrilling battles and high-stakes confrontations, the story emphasizes the importance of unity and collaboration. Evelyn forms a coalition of allies from various realities, each bringing unique perspectives and strengths to the fight against the malevolent forces. Their combined efforts highlight the potential of working together towards a common goal, overcoming differences, and building trust in the face of adversity. The novel also pays homage to the scientific principles that underpin its narrative. Rooted in the real concepts of quantum mechanics, Quantum Shadows blends scientific accuracy with imaginative storytelling. The depiction of quantum computing, parallel universes, and the manipulation of the quantum field is informed by current advancements and theories, making the story both thought-provoking and educational. As the battle for control of the multiverse intensifies, Evelyn's leadership and resolve are put to the ultimate test. The climactic showdown at the Nexus Point—the epicenter of the quantum field—determines the fate of countless realities. Evelyn's courage, intelligence, and the unbreakable bonds she forms with her allies lead to a thrilling and satisfying conclusion, filled with hope and the promise of a brighter future. Quantum Shadows: Through the Multiverse's Veil is more than just a science fiction adventure; it's a reflection on the human spirit's quest for knowledge, the ethical boundaries we must navigate, and the power of unity in overcoming the greatest challenges. This novel will take you on an unforgettable journey through the multiverse, exploring the infinite possibilities that lie just beyond the veil of our understanding. Join Dr. Evelyn Hart and her coalition as they navigate the intricate web of parallel realities, confront their deepest fears, and strive to protect the delicate balance of the multiverse. Embark on this epic adventure and discover the shadows that lurk within the quantum realm.

Future History traces the ways that English and American writers oriented themselves along an East-West axis to fantasize their place in the world. The book builds on new transoceanic scholarship and recent calls to approach early American studies from a global perspective. Such scholarship has largely focused on the early national period; Bross's work begins earlier and considers the intertwined identities of America, other English colonial sites and metropolitan England during a period before nation-state identities were hardened into the forms we know them today, when an English empire was nascent, not realized, and when a global perspective such as we might recognize it was just coming into focus for early modern Europeans. The author examines works that imagine England on a global stage in the Americas and East Indies just as--and in some cases even before--England occupied such spaces in force. Future History considers works written from the 1620s to the 1670s, but the center of gravity of Future History is writing at the mid-century, that is, writings coincident with the Interregnum, a time when England plotted and launched ambitious, often violent schemes to conquer, colonize or otherwise appropriate other lands, driven by both mercantile and religious desires.