William Alexander eBooks

I dieci pomodori che hanno cambiato il mondo: Storia, viaggi e avventure alla scoperta del frutto più amato. E-book. Formato EPUB William Alexander   -  Aboca, 2023  - 

In questo saggio allegro e documentato, William Alexander indaga come il pomodoro sia passato da essere ignorato e disprezzato fino a diventare straordinariamente popolare in tutto il mondo. I primi a farne menzione furono i conquistadores spagnoli che lo scoprirono demolendo la civiltà azteca e lo portarono in Europa. Quando il pomodoro prese a circolare in Italia, risultava talmente strano che la gente non capiva nemmeno che parte se ne dovesse mangiare. Ci furono esperti gourmand che lo dichiararono non commestibile dopo averne masticato attentamente le foglie. Fu addirittura giudicato velenoso da molti perché imparentato con la belladonna, ed è stato così ignorato per secoli. Quando, sempre in Italia, il consumo di pomodori ebbe finalmente inizio, a provarli furono soprattutto personaggi facoltosi e potenti, in cerca di degustazioni esotiche, come i gastronomi curiosi e avventurosi che, trovandosi in Giappone, non tralasciano di cimentarsi col fugu, il leggendario pesce palla potenzialmente letale della cucina nipponica. Alexander ci mostra come il pomodoro si sia trasformato, nel corso dei secoli, nell’utilizzo e nella percezione: da cibo raro a merce industriale. Quando la sua coltivazione esplose, negli Stati Uniti, venne inventato il ketchup come modo per utilizzare gli scarti lasciati dopo l’inscatolamento... Supportato da una ricerca storica e botanica accurata, una scrittura chiara e divulgativa e tempi comici ben calibrati, William Alexander intreccia viaggi, leggende, umorismo, avventure (ma anche disavventure) per seguire la scia del pomodoro attraverso la storia. Un racconto rocambolesco ed epico in cui non mancano eroi, artisti, conquistatori e mafiosi. Una guida appetitosa sull’alimento che strega il nostro palato da sempre.

The Story of the Mormons. E-book. Formato EPUB William Alexander Linn   -  Passerino, 2023  - 

The Mormons, also known as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), are a religious group that originated in the early 19th century in the United States. The church was founded by Joseph Smith Jr. in 1830 in upstate New York. Smith claimed to have been visited by God the Father and Jesus Christ, who instructed him to restore the true Christian church.The foundational beliefs of the Mormons center around the Book of Mormon, which they believe to be a sacred text alongside the Bible. They believe that the Book of Mormon is a record of ancient prophets who lived in the Americas and that it contains the fullness of the gospel of Jesus Christ.The Mormon faith teaches several distinctive beliefs that set it apart from other Christian denominations. These include the belief in continuing revelation, the importance of family, and the practice of baptism for the dead. Mormons also believe in the concept of eternal progression, which teaches that humans have the potential to become like God in the afterlife.One notable aspect of Mormonism is its strong emphasis on missionary work. Young Mormon men and women are encouraged to serve full-time missions around the world, spreading their faith and teaching others about Mormon beliefs and practices.In terms of organization, the LDS Church is structured hierarchically, with a president who is considered a prophet, seer, and revelator. The church is divided into local congregations called wards or branches, which are led by unpaid lay leaders.Over the years, the Mormon faith has experienced significant growth and has expanded its presence globally. The church is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, and has millions of members worldwide. Mormons are known for their strong sense of community, commitment to service, and adherence to moral and family values.It's important to note that while the term "Mormon" has been commonly used to refer to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the church leaders have indicated a preference for using the full name of the church to avoid potential confusion or misrepresentation.William Alexander Linn (born Sussex, New Jersey, 4 September 1846; died 23 February 1917) was a United States journalist and historian.

Eothen (Translated)Eothen, Spanish edition. E-book. Formato EPUB Alexander William Kinglake   -  Paloma Nieves, 2020  - 

This delightful travelogue of a young Englishman's journey through the middle east, in 1835 has become a permanent classic. The authors personal observations of the characters he encounters, including Pashas, interpreters, camel merchants, slave-traders, magicians, Bedouins, governors, soldiers, Jews, monks, pilgrims, and even a famous expatriate stateswoman turned astrologist, are all amusing and give great insight into the Arab character. Kinglake braved the plague, and numerous other ills in order to undertake these travels when transportation in the area was still quite difficult and dangerous, so many of his adventures are hair-raising as well as humorous.