... smaller and more numerous until they began to resemble the modern keyboard (except for range) in appearance ca. 1400. While these large early organs were used in limited fashion in churches, many of the organs of the twelfth and thirteenth centuries were known as portatives or ... two distinct tones, similar to stops, to be produced from one organ, though they could not be played simultaneously. German organ builders in the early sixteenth century made possible the addition of ranks other than the principle, each new rank being called a stop. By "adding- a stop to ... 585) North German bu...

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... purpose during a time where few people could read or write (Norwich 114). Italian Renaissance writers originally used the word gothic as a derogatory term for all architects and artists in the middle ages, which were compared to the works of the barbarian Goths. Although now the Gothic Age is considered Europe's internationally acclaimed, it began as a regional phenomenon (Kleiner 488). The gothic ... Because this church was considered a relic, the sculptured portals that were added had to conform to the dimensions of the already existing church. Saint Denis is the key monument of early g...

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Gothic architecture first got its name during the Italian renaissance when the people considered all buildings of the Middle Ages barbaric and associated them with the savage Goths. With the passing of many centuries, Gothic became more clearly associated ... buildings reflect the society, which produced them, and cannot be understood without some knowledge of that society. The social and political conditions of the Middle Ages had very little comfort or luxury in the domestic living except in the feudal fortress castled of the nobles. The primacy of commerce in towns ... town planning. Ever...

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English history is wrought with bouts of war, famine and chaos and near destruction of all British livelihoods. From the times of the Anglo-Saxon wars of pre-middle ages to the struggle for hegemonic power with Spain and France over colonization rights and the system of mercantilism. England has been a force to be reckoned throughout most of its history ... , and most all civil wars spanning the globe have either seen the involvement or fallen under the close observation of English eyes. The rise of the imperialistic attitude in the middle ages led England to flourish as a global power for ce...

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... Introduction Through time the international system has undergone considerable change and evolution. The city states that were characteristic of ancient Greece, the feudal principalities that defined Europe in the Middle Ages, and the empires that have existed throughout recorded history (both Eastern and Western) have largely been replaced by the nation-states as the dominant actors within the international arena ... temporary coalitions of interests that should not be expected to last beyond that convergence. In the subsequent paragraphs a brief account of evolution of state system is g...

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... programs in the United States. Since then, physical therapy has progressed in leaps and bounds in perfecting its methods of healing. Physical therapy now provides services to people of all ages and ailments. For most patients, therapy should come as a referral from another clinic, such as emergency room settings, athletic trainers, and the offices of family practitioners. For people ... potential to earn over $100,000 a year. Cultural diversity within the profession of physical therapy is highly valued because physical therapists interact with patients and families who are of various a...

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... programs in the United States. Since then, physical therapy has progressed in leaps and bounds in perfecting its methods of healing. Physical therapy now provides services to people of all ages and ailments. For most patients, therapy should come as a referral from another clinic, such as emergency room settings, athletic trainers, and the offices of family practitioners. For people ... potential to earn over $100,000 a year. Cultural diversity within the profession of physical therapy is highly valued because physical therapists interact with patients and families who are of various a...

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... Second Estates were grouped together because they had similar political beliefs. The Third Estate consisted of the commoners. It included the bourgeoisie, peasants and city workers. The bourgeoisie, or the middle class, were by far, the wealthiest. In the bourgeoisie, there were the merchants and manufacturers, lawyers, doctors and others similar to those types of professions. Peasants made up the ... groups had. However, there was another important factor during these times. France suffered from harsh economic problems. Poor farm harvests by farmers hurt the economy, and trade rules f...

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... colonies of North America as inspiration, A slave nation governed by white males. The second group of white males were less powerful. They were merchants, teachers, artisans, shop keepers and various middle class whites. They did not have the wealth of the planters nor did they usually have slaves. This group was not as revolutionary minded as the rich planters, but they ... slaves running around 100,000 strong. They worked as cooks, personal servants, and did ends and odds around the household. Generally these slaves were treated much better and for the early stages of the revolt staye...

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... Nations. Historically, French styles in art, music, and writing have had great influences on the Western countries. During its history, France has gone through many major art movements. During the Middle Ages from 1150 to 1300, the greatest works of art in Medieval France were the magnificent Gothic cathedrals. They are in Amiens, Chartes, Reims, and Rouen. The Cathedral of Notre Dame ... portrayed life accurately and naturally. This period was called Realism and Naturalism. One of the most popular periods of French art is the Impressionist movement during the late 1800's and early 1900...

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