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James Bruce

    December 14, 1730 – April 27, 1794

    James Bruce was a Scottish traveler and writer who dedicated over a decade to exploring North Africa and Ethiopia, driven by a quest to uncover the origins of the Blue Nile. His journeys were meticulously documented through detailed drawings of ancient ruins, and he cultivated enough medical knowledge to pass as a physician in the East. These ambitious expeditions and keen observations significantly enriched European understanding of these remote regions. Bruce's literary legacy endures through his captivating firsthand accounts, which breathe life into long-lost civilizations and reveal natural wonders.

    Travels to Discover the Source of the Nile, in the Years 1768, 1769, 1770, 1771, 1772, and 1773; Volume 1
    Bruce's Travels and Adventures in Abyssinia, Ed. by J.M. Clingan
    Prophecy, Miracles, Angels, and Heavenly Light?
    Marquis de Sade - His Life and Work
    Travels To Discover The Source Of The Nile: In The Years 1768, 1769, 1770, 1771, 1772, And 1773
    Lecture notes. Ophthalmology
    • Lecture notes. Ophthalmology

      • 332 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Beautifully illustrated throughout, Ophthalmology Lecture Notes concentrates on the most common eye problems that health practitioners are expected to diagnose and manage. The book begins with a brief introduction to ocular anatomy and eye examination, and then focuses on core conditions in ophthalmology. The highly structured text includes self assessment material at the end of each chapter, as well as a series of clinical cases at the end of the book – all designed to facilitate easy access to information, making the book an ideal resource for both study and revision, while the brand new companion website at www.wiley.com/go/james/ophthalmology features all of the book’s illustrations and images. Whether you need to develop your knowledge for clinical practice, or refresh that knowledge in the run up to examinations, Ophthalmology Lecture Notes will help foster a systematic approach to the clinical situation for all medical students and hospital doctors.

      Lecture notes. Ophthalmology
    • Marquis de Sade - His Life and Work

      • 280 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      This collection focuses on republishing classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly. By offering these timeless texts in modern, affordable editions, the collection preserves the original content and artwork, making literary history accessible to contemporary readers.

      Marquis de Sade - His Life and Work
    • Exploring the theological perspective of Adomnan, the book delves into Columba's mission to spread the Kingdom of God among the Picts and Scots. It raises critical questions about Adomnan's motivations—whether he adhered to popular beliefs in miracles as a means of validating sanctity and supporting political agendas, or if he possessed a deeper, more nuanced comprehension of the role of prophetic visions and miraculous events in establishing authority within his religious context.

      Prophecy, Miracles, Angels, and Heavenly Light?
    • In the 18th century, James Bruce traveled to Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia) and chronicled his experiences in a book that would become a classic of travel literature. This edition, edited by J.M. Clingan, presents Bruce's vivid descriptions of the people, landscape, and culture of Abyssinia, as well as his harrowing adventures and narrow escapes. A must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Africa.

      Bruce's Travels and Adventures in Abyssinia, Ed. by J.M. Clingan
    • This groundbreaking travelogue, authored by James Bruce, details his extensive travels throughout Africa in the late 18th century as he searched for the source of the Nile river. Bruce's journey took him through perilous and unknown territories, encountering a wide variety of cultures and peoples along the way. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the remote corners of Africa during a time of great exploration and discovery.

      Travels To Discover The Source Of The Nile: In The Years 1768, 1769, 1770, 1771, 1772, & 1773; Volume 2