John Lofland Books

The fortieth-anniversary edition of a classic and prescient work on death and dying.

Discover the life and works of John Lofland, a little-known American poet who rose to fame in the early 19th century for his lyrical descriptions of Delaware's landscapes and people. This biography includes a comprehensive collection of Lofland's poetry, sure to captivate readers with its beauty and depth.

This collection brings together the works of John Lofland, a doctor and poet who became known as the "Milford Bard." Lofland wrote about life in Delaware and his experiences as a physician during the 19th century, and his work offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of the region. This volume features both poetry and prose and includes a biographical introduction.

The transformation of Davis from a small college town to a thriving university city is marked by significant developments in its downtown, environmentally conscious politics, and innovative neighborhoods. The University of California at Davis played a crucial role in this growth, attracting talented individuals who championed sustainability. Key advancements include solar energy initiatives, waste recycling, extensive bike lanes, and a focus on local food sourcing, all of which have become integral to the city's culture and identity.

Featuring a diverse array of moral, sentimental, humorous, and patriotic poetry and essays, this collection showcases the literary contributions of John Lofland, M.D., known as the Milford bard. The writings reflect the societal and cultural landscape of America during the 19th century, offering insights into themes of exploration, patriotism, and human experience. This work is part of the Sabin Americana series, which provides a rich historical context through high-quality digital reproductions of original texts, making them accessible to a wide audience.

"In September 1838, a twenty-five-year-old tutor at Harvard named Jones Very stood before his beginning Greek class and proclaimed himself the Second Coming. Relieved of his teaching duties, Very spent the next two years writing more than four hundred sonnets, all of which he claimed were delivered to him, as though through dictation, by the Holy Spirit. He was examined by the dean of romantic Unitarianism, William Ellery Channing, and strove to "convert" Nathaniel Hawthorne and several luminaries of the Transcendentalist movement, including Ralph Waldo Emerson. Many were moved by Very's obsessed presence and by the quiet, controlled poetry that spilled forth during his season of spiritual ecstasy. God's Scrivener: The Madness and Meaning of Jones Very is a comprehensive literary biography of this mystic poet of Transcendentalism, the first fully researched reconsideration of an unusual but important figure in American literature in over fifty years. Born into the same recalcitrant Salem that produced Hawthorne, Very overcame repeated tragedies and a questionable family reputation to become a star student at Harvard. But after he graduated, he pursued a revolutionary regimen to give up all trace of personal will and transform himself, anticipating the most famous passage in Emerson's Nature, into "part or particle of God." Clark Davis's masterful biography shows how Very came to embody both the full radicalism of Emerson's vision, exposing the trap of isolation, and the emptiness that lay in wait for those who sought complete transcendence"-- Provided by publisher

The history of Davis reveals its transformation from a wheat-growing village to a progressive university city over the past 130 years. Established by the California Pacific Railroad in 1868, it has evolved through various phases, including almond cultivation and suburban expansion. Despite these changes, the community has consistently worked to preserve its small-town charm and maintain a vibrant downtown, showcasing a unique blend of growth and tradition.

This comprehensive guide takes a how-to approach to qualitative data collection and analysis. Drawing from a wealth of illustrative research examples and applications, the authors introduce techniques of collecting, focusing, and analyzing data in a step-by-step manner. First published in 1971, this book has become the field manual for any student doing social science fieldwork.