Introduction The restoration of King Charles II to the English throne marked the beginning of the restoration period. ... The works of Alexander Pope, John Locke and Jonathon demonstrate the aspects of realism and satire. ... John Locke John Locke referred to as the father of liberalism, was a physician, political theorists and an English philosopher who lived during the restoration period. ... Conclusion The restoration period started when King Charles II was restored to being king of England. ... The works of Alexander Pope, John Locke and Jonathon have been used to demonstrate the aspect...

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We get a convincing proof of this phenomenon in the third transcription involving John Cockerell and an enormous estate in the Barbados. ... "Drink to the health of King George" seems like a very popular cheer, according to the second transcript. It is worth considering that King George I, much like his successors, was not a particularly charismatic or commonly liked leader6: Anglicanism, the doctrine for which George stands, is the true object of the toast. ... Jacobites are dreaded, scorned, and often paralleled to biblical antagonists such as the Assyrians and their allies.8 The f...

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La Relación by Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano by Olaudah Equiano, "The General History of Virginia," by John Smith, and "Of Plymouth Plantation" by William Bradford, are all examples of historical narratives. ... The writing was intended for the King of Spain, therefore, Cabeza de Vaca most likely exaggerated his experiences for his own advantage to impress the King. ... "The General History of Virginia" by John Smith tells the story of a young man striving to make a difference, yet making himself of high worth amongst his peers. ...

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This statement from John Dickinson's "Letters From a Farmer in Pennsylvania" between 1767 and 1768, shows that the sole reason for new taxes is just for the British government to make money, at the expense of the economy of the colonies. ... The King is openly cursed everything is ripe for rebellion. ... Seven men were assigned to write this document, but it was chiefly the work of Thomas Jefferson and John Dickinson. ... "Men of passive tempers look somewhat lightly over the offenses of Great Britain, and, still hoping for the best, are apt to call out, COME, COME, WE SHALL BE FRIENDS...

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Although Britain had won the war, King George II decided to undertake a new colonial policy intended to tighten political control over its rather autonomous colonies. ... This aggravated the colonies in America as the King wanted them to help pay for their defence and the expenses. ... "The Bloody Massacre in King-Street,"6 which was probably the most effective piece of war propaganda, depicts the British massacring peaceful colonists in cold blood. ...

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" is there any inhabitant in America so ignorant, as not to know, that according to what is called the PRESENT CONSTITUTION, that this continent can make no laws but what the king gives it leave to; and is there any man so unwise, as not to see, that (considering what has happened) he will suffer no law to be made here, but such as suit HIS purpose." ... After the end of the civil war in England, and the restoration of King Charles II, England closed its grip on the colonies. ... Faced with the discontent of the colonists, ranging from insubstantial talk right up to the open rebellions ...

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John Adams is quoted as saying that a "full one third were adverse to the Revolution an opposite one third conceived a hatred of the English the middle one third were rather luke-warm." ... A few loud, rebel-rousing colonists to begin to rally support for rebellion by holding pro-war rallies and publishing pro-war pamphlets, such as Common Sense, written by Thomas Paine, which he states, "As a long and violent abuse of power, is generally the Means of calling the right of it in question and as the King of England hath undertaken in his own Right, to support the Parliament in what he c...

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John Adams is quoted as saying that a "full one third were adverse to the Revolution an opposite one third conceived a hatred of the English the middle one third were rather luke-warm." ... A few loud, rebel-rousing colonists to begin to rally support for rebellion by holding pro-war rallies and publishing pro-war pamphlets, such as Common Sense, written by Thomas Paine, which he states, "As a long and violent abuse of power, is generally the Means of calling the right of it in question and as the King of England hath undertaken in his own Right, to support the Parliament in what he c...

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The Olive Branch Petition was written (in very polite language) by John Dickinson just after the beginning of the war demanding three things: a cease-fire at Boston, repeal of the Coercive Acts, and negotiations about American rights. The King refused to even read it. ...

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Incidents such as the seizure of a ship belonging to John Hancock (1768), the Boston massacre in 1770 and the burning of the H.M.S.Gaspee in 1772 kept the flame of rebellion lit. ... A petition was sent to the King. ... The Declaration then goes on to mention a large number of grievances against the monarchy (Referred to as "HE", which should be taken as reference to the King of England). ...

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A whole subcontinent was picked up without half trying Images of the British raj in India are everywhere of late. On television reruns, the divided rulers of Paul Scott's Jewel in the Crown sip their tea in scented hill stations and swap idle gossip in the palaces of local princes. At movie houses,...

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Our research set out to improve our understanding of the immigration from 1960s up to 1980s and by exploring the rhythms and realities of everyday life both of immigrants and natives people. This research is based on the immigration policy in Britain, which structured the lives of immigrants. We aim...

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ABSTRACT This dissertation aims to study development and broadcasting in Zambia, to draw conclusions as to the present situation of broadcasting and the direction it should move in the future. The study of the development of broadcasting in Zambia and its current structure are outlined together with details of its structure, policy and the constraints placed upon it. The findings of this study show that broadcasting - radio in particular - has become the dominant news source for the nation, an effective instrument of propaganda for the government and a powerful influence in the political, s...

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