| 单词 | Agricola |
| 例句 | Born in the village of Agricola in British Guiana, Carew was the only son and middle child of Ethel Robertson and Alan Carew. Jan Carew obituary 2012-12-21T16:59:30Z But now he was in Mecca to award the king, Saudi Arabia’s land-grabber-in-chief, his organization’s Agricola Medal “in recognition of his support for improving world food security.” Don’t censor the school-lunch blog 2012-06-15T16:15:00Z It's an intriguing thought that reminds me of a famous passage in Tacitus's Agricola, the historian's biography of his father-in-law, who was governor of Britain from AD78-84. Centurion kicks off British sword and sandals film wave 2010-04-22T22:15:00Z A telephone call to Cole’s attorney, Al Agricola, who had represented Cole in the civil lawsuit, was not immediately returned. Alabama lawmaker arrested on voter fraud charge 2023-08-29T04:00:00Z After living in centers for unaccompanied minors, he tried to find work in Belgium, but returned to Italy, where he is now enrolled in the agricultural work program of the Cooperativa Agricola San Francesco. Asylum-seekers help produce Italy’s famous Brunello wine 2021-06-03T04:00:00Z The father of modern mineral smelting, Georgius Agricola, saw this potential 500 years ago. Down on the Farm That Harvests Metal From Plants 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z “We thank God for the good and perfect gift of this day. This is one of the greatest days of your life, Thomas, because we are celebrating your new life,” Agricola added. Wheelchair-bound Alabama man who is dying of cancer gets baptized as final request 2019-10-01T04:00:00Z They are part of a group called Alianza Agricola, which is lobbying for the license law in New York. ‘Necessity’: Those in US illegally push for license to drive 2019-04-08T04:00:00Z The bloodshed began when inmates of one wing of the Agricola de Monte Cristo prison broke into another wing. Brazil prison gang clashes leave 25 dead, say reports 2016-10-17T04:00:00Z Harrison’s attorney, Algert Agricola, responded that the statute which outlines the laws for timely requirements when filing for primary qualification are directory, not mandatory. Judge: Elmore Superintendent won’t be on March ballot 2015-12-17T05:00:00Z Representatives from the Baja California trade group, Consejo Agricola de California, were not available for comment. Farmworkers in Baja California protest low pay, poor conditions 2015-03-18T04:00:00Z About two hours down winding roads from Toribio, sugar cane companies such as Bengala Agricola are waiting for the outcome of the talks before making million-dollar investments to switch to pineapple cultivation. In Colombia war zone, peace talks raise new fears 2014-03-16T05:32:36Z Agricola La Sierra declined to comment on the ELN demand. Colombia ELN rebels demand Chilean timber company leaves country 2013-11-05T18:27:56Z In the inquiry that followed, the Juventus club doctor Riccardo Agricola was initially found guilty of administering banned substances and given a suspended 22-month prison sentence, but was then cleared on appeal. Serie A preview: Juve likely to dominate - even with Conte in the shadows 2012-08-23T10:20:25Z And I observed, says the wise man, that Agricola, my farmer friend, waiting for the exactly suitable conditions, never got his seed in at all. One Day at a Time and Other Talks on Life and Religion 2012-03-31T02:00:20.873Z The sect of Antinomians originated with John Agricola, in Germany, about the year 1535. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary 2012-03-24T02:00:23.513Z Agricola … resolves to be beforehand with the danger. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z Such is Agricola, the wise, the good; By nature formed for the calm retreat, The silent path of life. The Genius of Scotland or Sketches of Scottish Scenery, Literature and Religion 2012-02-11T03:03:41.800Z He was instrumental in founding the first chair of Greek, which was filled by his friend Rudolph Agricola, and he also established the university library and a college for students of civil law. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 9 "Dagupan" to "David" 2012-02-11T03:03:39.807Z This affair, with the letters of Agricola, which now began to appear in the same paper brought that paper into public notice. History of Halifax City 2012-01-26T03:00:13.263Z In the edition of 1581 of the De re metallica by Georg Agricola, there is a woodcut showing the interior of a German glass factory, and glass vessels both finished and unfinished. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 1 "Gichtel, Johann" to "Glory" 2012-01-11T03:00:20.463Z Ma�tre Agricola wrote accompaniments to her songs, and Bruneel, Josquin des Pr�s, Comp�re, Henry Isaac, and Pierre de la Rue are all mentioned as attached to her Court. The First Governess of the Netherlands, Margaret of Austria 2012-01-10T03:00:13.777Z Some few years before their arrival, the Pelagian heresy, brought over by Agricola, the son of Severianus,92 a Pelagian bishop, had corrupted with its foul taint the faith of the Britons. Bede's Ecclesiastical History of England 2011-12-19T03:00:41.437Z Some persons here are insinuating that I am Brutus, that I am Agricola, that I am Philodemus, etc., etc. Thomas Jefferson The Apostle of Americanism 2011-11-23T03:00:55.563Z In fact, in one or two places in Book IX, Agricola appears to use the term in this sense himself. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Saith Agricola, the pleb, 'Brutus, the senator, is nobody; he speaks to me!' Saul of Tarsus A Tale of the Early Christians 2011-10-28T02:00:22.437Z By their voluntary submission to Agricola they obtained peace. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z His "Life of Agricola" is also worthy of note for the insight into character, the pathos, vigor, and affection manifested in its flattering pages. The World's Best Books : A Key to the Treasures of Literature 2011-10-20T02:00:20.857Z The public, always eager to identify anonymous writers, did not fail to attribute to Adams the articles signed "Publicola", while to Jefferson were attributed the answers written by Agricola, Brutus, and Philodemus. Thomas Jefferson The Apostle of Americanism 2011-11-23T03:00:55.563Z Agricola devotes some thousands of words to the refutation of his "errors." De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola passed a winter here, after his successful campaign in Wales; and Arian erected here a "fabrica," or college of armourers. Curiosities of Great Britain: England and Wales Delineated Vol.1-11 Historical, Entertaining & Commercial; Alphabetically Arranged. 11 Volume set. 2011-09-26T02:00:29.140Z To him succeeded Agricola, who not only maintained the peace of the province; but for seven years carried on war against the Caledonians and their warlike king Galgacus. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z Johannes Agricola meditates on the thought of his election or choice by the Supreme Being, who in His eternal counsels has before all worlds predestined him as an object of mercy and salvation. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z I am strongly inclined to think that it is of the same age of Agricola.” A Tour throughout South Wales and Monmouthshire 2011-07-08T02:00:18.387Z The book generally, however, seems to have raised Agricola's opposition, for the quotations are given in order to be demolished. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z It was the triumphant fleet of Agricola, nearly a century after the descent of C�sar, which, encircling it, proclaimed to the universe that Britain was an island. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z Hence they continually harassed the Roman army, and would have succeeded in annihilating their power, had not Agricola turned hither his victorious arms, subdued the whole nation, and put the greater part to the sword. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z Hideous as is the perversion of gospel teaching which Agricola set forth, the doctrines of Antinomianism still linger on amongst certain sects of Calvinists in England and Scotland. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z The Ordovices were not finally subdued until the time of his successor, Agricola, who, according to Tacitus, exterminated the whole nation. A Tour throughout South Wales and Monmouthshire 2011-07-08T02:00:18.387Z There are several works devoted to mineralogy, dating from the fifteenth and early sixteenth centuries, which were, no doubt, available to Agricola in the compilation of his De Natura Fossilium. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z A century, as we have said, had not elapsed from the landing of C�sar to the administration of Agricola. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z It was built by Agricola on the Tavus, twenty miles above its mouth. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z They were a brave and warlike tribe, who had resisted the landing of Agricola and his legions, and after several pitched battles had driven the Roman eagles triumphantly before them to the sea. Life of Saint Columba Apostle of Scotland 2011-05-10T02:00:58.153Z Yet expansion continues: agriculture company SLC Agricola, said it had identified 71m hectares of land in Brazil still available legally for agriculture, including former pasture land. Crops for animal feed destroying Brazilian savannah, WWF warns 2011-04-11T13:57:19Z The work is five years later than De Natura Fossilium, but contains much new material and was available to Agricola prior to his revised editions. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Severus, in another century after Agricola, as an extraordinary evidence of his successful government, appealed to Britain—“Even the Britons are quiet!” exclaimed the emperor. Amenities of Literature Consisting of Sketches and Characters of English Literature 2011-06-03T02:00:19.227Z But Domitian, envying the superior glory of Agricola, recalled him, and sent his lieutenant Lucullus into Britain, because he had suffered lances of a new form to be named Luculleas after him. Old English Chronicles 2011-10-27T02:00:21.903Z From Agricola onwards transverse flutes formed a complete family, said to comprise the discant, the alto and tenor, and the bass— respectively. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 5 "Fleury, Claude" to "Foraker" 2011-04-03T02:00:20.883Z Rudolph Agricola, afterwards Professor of Philosophy at Worms, was one of the most distinguished of these scholars. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z Agricola uses, throughout, the Roman and the Romanized Greek scales, but in many cases he uses these terms merely as lingual equivalents for the German quantities of his day. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z A version of the New Testament in Finnish was printed by Agricola in 1548, and some books of the Old Testament in 1552. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 10, Slice 4 "Finland" to "Fleury, Andre" 2011-03-20T02:00:30.697Z The first book printed in it was the Agricola of Tacitus, and this and Mr. Mackail’s lecture on Morris and other early books are entirely without decoration. Fine Books 2011-03-08T03:00:40.363Z Gaza was lecturing on Demosthenes at Ferrara in 1448, where among his pupils was the subsequently distinguished German scholar Rudolph Agricola. The Century of Columbus 2011-01-29T03:00:17.380Z The article is valuable chiefly for Agricola's exposition of Bach's opinions upon Organ and Clavier building. Johann Sebastian Bach 2011-01-26T03:00:27.060Z For purposes of reference, we reproduce the principal Roman and old German scales, in so far as they are used by Agricola in this work, with their values in English. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Such was the spectacle of liberty which the imperial Agricola had feared. Irish Nationality 2011-01-11T03:00:30.560Z Tacitus composed a life of his father-in-law, Agricola; this is a work of the most elegant and stately beauty. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Slice 7 "Bible" to "Bisectrix" 2010-12-20T17:12:05.780Z In addition to these interesting buildings there was the castle built by the Conqueror, of which there remains only a large square tower, called "Julius Agricola's Tower." Cathedral Cities of England From the copy which was kept, it appears that Agricola was perfectly satisfied with his life, and recommended his example to others, “since it all ends in the grave or the funeral fire.” Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius Hofmann has succeeded in tracing the descendants for two generations, down to 1609, but the line is finally lost among the multitude of other Agricolas. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The Roman Agricola had proposed the conquest of Ireland on the ground that it would have a good effect on Britain by removing the spectacle of liberty. Irish Nationality 2011-01-11T03:00:30.560Z Agricola gave the initial place to faith, maintaining that repentance is the work, not of law, but of the gospel-given knowledge of the love of God. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 2 "Anjar" to "Apollo" Georgius Agricola makes it out to be water and earth mixed; nor, to be sure, is there any difference between his opinion and the position taken by Mauritanus. On the magnet, magnetick bodies also, and on the great magnet the earth a new physiology, demonstrated by many arguments & experiments But one day the prefect Agricola instituted a chase, and his party discovered the holy bishop and brought him before their master. Mary, Help of Christians And the Fourteen Saints Invoked as Holy Helpers: Instructions, Novenas and Prayers with Thoughts of the Saints for Every Day in the Year No appreciation of these attainments can be conveyed to the reader unless he has some understanding of the dearth of knowledge in these sciences prior to Agricola's time. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z For Britain he quotes Tacitus's Life of Agricola as his voucher. View of the State of Europe during the Middle Ages, Vol. 3 Different from either of these was the Antinomianism charged by Luther against Agricola. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 2 "Anjar" to "Apollo" In 71, as governor of Britain, where he had as a subordinate the famous Agricola, he inflicted severe defeats upon the Brigantes, the most powerful of the tribes of Britain. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" I shall conclude with the words of the discreet friend Agricola of Chester County when he gave his son a good plantation. The Book of Buried Treasure Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day In mineralogy Agricola made the first attempt at systematic treatment of the subject. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z It was chosen by the Romans as an important dep�t after the conquest of the Brigantes by Agricola in 79. The Towns of Roman Britain Index: H Author of Letters of Agricola, 6; member of Nova Scotia Assembly, 1837, 35; proposes conciliatory resolutions as to the Legislative Council, 38-39. The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History What more touching expression of family affection can there be found than the words Tacitus wrote in respect to Agricola's death? Roman Women Caledonia was ever mild as milk: in the time even of Agricola, it was well known that butter would not melt in her mouth. Punch - Volume 25 (Jul-Dec 1853) He says: "The scientific world will be still more indebted to Agricola when he brings to light the books De Re Metallica and other matters which he has on hand." De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola’s Romanizing work must have made great changes in dress as in policy. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 4 "Coquelin" to "Costume" In 1822 the letters were published in book form with the title Letters of Agricola on the Principles of Vegetation and Tillage. The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History Agricola used to talk of taking possession, about the year 80 a. d., but he never went. The Christian Church in These Islands before the Coming of Augustine Three Lectures Delivered at St. Paul's in January 1894 The term “cobalt” is met with in the writings of Paracelsus, Agricola and Basil Valentine, being used to denote substances which, although resembling metallic ores, gave no metal on smelting. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 5 "Clervaux" to "Cockade" The translations from the Greek into Latin are not literal and suffer again by rendering into English; we have however considered it our duty to translate Agricola's view of the meaning. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola's generalship was more than a match for the sturdy Brigantes. In the Border Country In the study of Greek one of the earliest links between Italy and Germany was Rudolf Agricola, who had learned Greek under Germany. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" Agricola was the name of the man who acted as the apostle of the Pelagians in the home regions, the son, we are told, of a bishop of Pelagian views. The Christian Church in These Islands before the Coming of Augustine Three Lectures Delivered at St. Paul's in January 1894 To what length some of his sect pushed this verbal doctrine is known; but the real notions of this Agricola probably never will be! Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 We have prepared a short sketch of Agricola's life and times, not only to give some indication of his learning and character, but also of his considerable position in the community in which he lived. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Our preoccupation with Agricola, who has been well known to the English-language public since the Hoovers’ translation of 1912, seems to have inhibited the investigation of the development of the machines he describes so elegantly. Mine Pumping in Agricola's Time and Later On the west coast of Britain, Agricola had to deal with the pirates from Ireland—undoubted Gaels whatever the warriors of the Grampians may have been. The Ethnology of the British Islands Tacitus, in the Agricola 12, says that British pearls are grey and livid. Needlework As Art Agricola then, by the words the “Law of God,” and “that there was no such thing as sin,” must have said one thing and meant another! Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 We feel that it is scarcely doing Agricola justice to publish De Re Metallica only. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z This coin, like the others, shows miners doing various things familiar from Agricola—divining, digging, carrying, and operating windlasses. Mine Pumping in Agricola's Time and Later The rampart from the mouth of the Tyne to the Solway is referred to the reign of Adrian; the conversion of Agricola's line of forts into a continuous wall to that of Aurelius Antoninus. The Ethnology of the British Islands In close proximity to the castle is the Roman station Brocavum, founded by Agricola in A.D. England, Picturesque and Descriptive A Reminiscence of Foreign Travel So the Hoovers were little rewarded by their pilgrimage to Germany for help in their attempt to resuscitate the Saxon Agricola. Herbert Hoover The Man and His Work There are other works by Agricola referred to by sixteenth century writers, but so far we have not been able to find them although they may exist. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z So far as we can determine from internal evidence, Agricola did not know the Stangenkunst. Mine Pumping in Agricola's Time and Later Between the frontier of Agricola and the rampart of Adrian, the occupation was less incomplete. The Ethnology of the British Islands But I ask anyone who has read the sarcastic remarks about Domitian and the Emperors in the "Agricola" whether he thinks Tacitus took no side in writing history. War Letters of a Public-School Boy In 1902, Mrs. Hoover while looking up some geology in the British Museum Library, stumbled again on Agricola, which she had forgotten since the days she was in Dr. Branner's laboratory. Herbert Hoover The Man and His Work Agricola was a scholar of wide attainments, a deep-thinking, religious man, and he remained to the end a staunch Catholic, despite the general change of sentiment among his countrymen. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The crank was centuries old at this time, and had been applied to pumping earlier than the time mentioned by Agricola, although perhaps not in mining. Mine Pumping in Agricola's Time and Later They may have been as much ruder than the rudest of the tribes seen by Paulinus and Agricola, as those tribes were ruder than ourselves. The Ethnology of the British Islands Four of them, including "Porphyria," and "Johannes Agricola," appeared in the Monthly Repository, edited by W. J. Fox, the Unitarian minister who was afterward so well known for his eloquent speeches against the Corn Laws. Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 7 A Series of Pen and Pencil Sketches of the Lives of More Than 200 of the Most Prominent Personages in History But it was as if a sponge had been passed over Agricola and his days. Herbert Hoover The Man and His Work Knowledge of many of the authors mentioned by Agricola does not extend beyond the fact that the names mentioned are appended to various writings, in some instances to MSS yet unpublished. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z He was born early in the reign of Nero, probably in Rome; his education, political career, and marriage into the distinguished family of Agricola prove that he was a man of wealth and position. Helps to Latin Translation at Sight In Tacitus we read the accounts of Agricola. The Ethnology of the British Islands Men like Agricola used these modes of Romanising Britain by preference. A History of England Principally in the Seventeenth Century, Volume I (of 6) Vitale e Agricola; in which panel are two very beautiful angels, who are playing on the lute. Lives of the Most Eminent Painters Sculptors and Architects Vol. 04 (of 10), Filippino Lippi to Domenico Puligo For purposes of this summary we group the names mentioned by Agricola, the first class being of those who are known only as names appended to MSS or not identifiable at all. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The Agricola is perhaps the most beautiful biography in ancient literature. Helps to Latin Translation at Sight Still, the details which we get from the life of Agricola are few. The Ethnology of the British Islands We can hardly suppose it to have been written under Nerva, as its style is so different from that of the Agricola; but it may have been written under Domitian, and published after his death. The Student's Companion to Latin Authors Agricola, campaigns of, 16; forts built by, 17. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII Students from the rest of Europe, among them at a later time Agricola himself, flocked to the Italian Universities, and on their return infected their native cities with the newly-awakened learning. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Was the state of civilisation and of the arts among the Caledonians, when Agricola invaded them, about A.D. Archaeological Essays, Vol. 1 Agricola builds his line of forts from the Forth to the Clyde, and penetrates as far north as the Grampians. The Ethnology of the British Islands Iulius Agricola, Tacitus’ father-in-law, and particularly of his career in Britain. The Student's Companion to Latin Authors He was more disposed to defend the Empire than to extend it, and though he did not abandon Agricola's forts, he also built further south a continuous stone wall between the Solway and the Tyne. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII At Agricola's birth Columbus had just returned from his great discovery, and it was only three years later that Vasco Da Gama rounded Cape Good Hope. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z In Agricola's Scottish army there were other Teutonic or German conscripts. Archaeological Essays, Vol. 1 It was during the reign of Domitian that Britain was finally conquered by Agricola, who was recalled by the jealousy of the emperor, after a series of successes which gave him immortality. Ancient States and Empires Under Vespasian he held the consulship, and preceded Agricola in the command in Britain, where he conquered the Silures, probably A.D. 76-78. The Student's Companion to Latin Authors Even before Agricola arrived it had been shown to be impossible to stop at the line between the Mersey and the Humber. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII A few dates will recall how far this exploration extended during Agricola's lifetime. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z While all stood laughing and gaping at young Agricola and his fair companion, another hubbub broke out. When Life Was Young At the Old Farm in Maine "I go forth as the Reformer of all Germany," Agricola boasted when he left Berlin to attend the Diet at Augsburg, which was to open September 1, 1547. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church And you know Tacitus published the life of Julius Agricola before either his annals or his history. Microcosmography or, a Piece of the World Discovered; in Essays and Characters Agricola's Conquests in the North.—Agricola thought that there would be no real peace unless the whole island was subdued. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII Omitting the sporadic settlement on the St. Lawrence by Cartier in 1541, the settlement of North America did not begin for a quarter of a century after Agricola's death. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola Then came Agricola one day And gained a battle near the Tay. A Humorous History of England In 1539 Luther himself declared that Agricola had been "one of his best and closest friends." Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Tacitus, the historian, and son-in-law of Julius Agricola—the discoverer of Strathearn—imagined it to be an island formed by the meeting of the Firths of Forth and Clyde. Chronicles of Strathearn Before Agricola's coming disputes had arisen with them, and Roman soldiers had occupied their territory. A Student's History of England, v. 1 (of 3) From the earliest times to the Death of King Edward VII Thus the revival of learning, with its train of Humanism, the Reformation, its stimulation of exploration and the re-awakening of the arts and sciences, was still in its infancy with Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z In fact, the stump of the pagoda was now so entirely overgrown with ivy that it had become the traditional fortress of Agricola. The Prodigal Father Soon after his second disputation Luther obtained evidence of Agricola's relapse into his former errors and ways. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church In the centre of it lay the famous Roman Camp, one of the most ancient historic spots in Scotland, whose earthen trenches had been thrown up by the soldiers of Agricola. Chronicles of Strathearn The Roman army receiving auxiliaries from the south, Agricola, in the summer of 84, took up his line of march towards the Grampians. An Historical Account of the Settlements of Scotch Highlanders in America We know practically nothing of Agricola's antecedents or his youth. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Miscellaneous Thoughts on Planting Timber Trees, chiefly for the climate of Scotland, by Agricola, 8vo. On the Portraits of English Authors on Gardening, with Biographical Notices of Them, 2nd edition, with considerable additions Little wonder, then, that despite the formal settlement, cordial relations were not restored between Luther and Agricola. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Having thus viewed the land and pegged out his claim by means of forts, Agricola returned to winter quarters. Chronicles of Strathearn Agricola, an able and vigorous commander, was appointed over the forces in Britain. An Historical Account of the Settlements of Scotch Highlanders in America Agricola was much favoured by the Saxon Electors, Maurice and Augustus. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola builds a wall of defence between the Clyde and the Forth, and sails around the north of Scotland for the first time. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 03 A controversy, however, did not materialize, for Agricola died the following year. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Further, we know that Agricola's scheme of operation embraced joint action on the part of the fleet and land forces. Chronicles of Strathearn His lecture in the Agricola, I've heard your men say, might have been published. Loss and Gain The Story of a Convert This would be Maurice, and it is all the more a tribute to the high respect with which Agricola was held, for, as said before, he was a consistent Catholic, and Maurice a Protestant Prince. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola recalled to Rome through jealousy of Domitian, who appoints Sallustius in his stead. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 03 Vanity, ambition, conceit, insincerity, impudence, arrogance, and ungratefulness were the outstanding traits of Agricola's character. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church But the alarm quickly spread to where Agricola was stationed with the main body. Chronicles of Strathearn Then I fell in with the Germania and Agricola of Tacitus, and was very much taken by his style. The Idea of a University Defined and Illustrated: In Nine Discourses Delivered to the Catholics of Dublin In this same year the Schmalkalden War broke out, and Agricola was called to personal attendance upon the Duke Maurice in a diplomatic and advisory capacity. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Northumberland suffered, with other portions of the land, from the invasions of the Romans, and succumbed with the rest; and, indeed, when Agricola passed through, on his way to Scotland, they offered little opposition. Grace Darling Heroine of the Farne Islands In letters to his friends, Agricola at the same time charged Melanchthon with corrupting the evangelical doctrine. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Agricola himself went to the front with the colours. Chronicles of Strathearn Agricola, a new Roman commander, made his way beyond the Firth of Forth. A Book of Discovery The History of the World's Exploration, From the Earliest Times to the Finding of the South Pole We hereby make known to you that we are in urgent need of your Burgomaster, Dr. Georgius Agricola, with us. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z On festal days, when the rector made his oration before all the pupils, Erasmus heard Hegius; on one single occasion he listened to the celebrated Agricola himself, which left a deep impression on his mind. Erasmus and the Age of Reformation At the same time, however he did not withhold the opinion that Agricola's self humiliation would hardly be of long duration. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church It was not permitted to Agricola to turn the information thus acquired to practical use. Chronicles of Strathearn It is because the Agricola of Tacitus extends to but thirty pages, that the biography of a Roman civil servant of no great genius will outlive those of far greater men. The Legacy of Greece Essays By: Gilbert Murray, W. R. Inge, J. Burnet, Sir T. L. Heath, D'arcy W. Thompson, Charles Singer, R. W. Livingston, A. Toynbee, A. E. Zimmern, Percy Gardner, Sir Reginald Blomfield Prior to Agricola there were three schools of explanation of the phenomena of ore deposits, the orthodox followers of the Genesis, the Greek Philosophers, and the Alchemists. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z After relating the campaigns of his father-in-law, Agricola, whose fleet had sailed around Britain and touched at the Orkneys, the attention of Tacitus had been drawn to Germany, a wild mysterious land. A Literary History of the English People From the Origins to the Renaissance Indeed in March, 1540, Agricola even lodged a complaint with the Elector, charging Luther with "calumnies." Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church They form a ring-fence round the territory hastily overrun by Agricola in this third campaign. Chronicles of Strathearn And that wise and civil Roman, Julius Agricola, who governed once here for Cæsar, preferred the natural wits of Britain before the labored studies of the French. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume III (of X) - Great Britain and Ireland I We believe it is of interest to reproduce the following statement, if for no other reason than to indicate the great advance in thought shown by Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The first act that was to make them famous throughout the world was to overthrow the political order, and to sweep away the civilisation, which the conquests of Agricola had established amongst the Britons. A Literary History of the English People From the Origins to the Renaissance Considering this a further evidence that Agricola still adhered to, and was now ready once more to champion, his old errors, the preachers of Mansfeld registered their protest in a publication of the same year. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church So great was their danger, and so well was it known, that there were those with Agricola who advised a retreat to the chain of forts between the Firths. Chronicles of Strathearn He gives the honor of its real conquest to his own father-in-law, Agricola. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume II (of X) - Rome Agricola rejected absolutely the Biblical view which, he says, was the opinion of the vulgar; further, he repudiates the alchemistic and astrological view with great vigour. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z But with the weakening of Rome the bones began to break under barbarian pressure, coming at first from the north; from the Picts who lay beyond Agricola's boundary in what is now the Scotch Lowlands. A Short History of England Following are some of Agricola's radical statements concerning the Law and the Gospel. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Agricola strained his thin line almost to breaking point, but his opponents had the advantage of numbers, and still pressed him. Chronicles of Strathearn Lysias was duke or general of the forces, and Agricola the governor of the province. The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March The "juices" play the most important part in Agricola's theory. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Unfortunately for this beginning of the red-headed banditti of Mawddwy, Tacitus states in his Life of Agricola, ch. xi., that there were in Britain men with red hair who he surmises were of German extraction. Welsh Folk-Lore a Collection of the Folk-Tales and Legends of North Wales Luther said that Agricola, swelled with vanity and ambition, was more vexatious to him than any pope; that he was fit only for the profession of a jester, etc. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church They were the "novae gentes," or new nations, whose territories Agricola ravaged as far as the "Tavaus," or Tay, in his third campaign. Chronicles of Strathearn But the superior merit of Agricola soon occasioned his removal from the government of Britain; and forever disappointed this rational, though extensive, scheme of conquest. The Ontario Readers: The High School Reader, 1886 In the meantime, Agricola's successors in the study of ore deposits exhibited positive retrogression from the true fundamentals advocated by him. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The home government, whether averse to expensive conquests of barren hills, or afraid of a victorious general, abruptly recalled Agricola, and his northern conquests—all beyond the Tweed, if not all beyond Cheviot—were abandoned. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 4 "Bulgaria" to "Calgary" Melanchthon affirmed the question, and Agricola denied it. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church The tide of conquest did not remain at the high-water mark of Agricola's advance. Chronicles of Strathearn I almost hated King Edward, and more especially Agricola! The Heather-Moon The former of these mines was located in the valley of Joachim, where Agricola spent many years as the town physician at Joachimsthal. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Others have ascribed it to Agricola, or have thought it to be the wall of Hadrian, or even assigned it to pre-Roman natives. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Incensed by the treacherous conduct of Agricola, Luther, September 10, 1540, held a final disputation on a sixth series of theses against the Antinomians, charging them with destroying all order human as well as divine. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church At length the spirit of Rome revived in the Emperor Severus, who determined to revisit the scene of Agricola's early conquests. Chronicles of Strathearn I had to tell her about Agricola forging his chain of forts across the narrow land between the Clyde, and the Forth "that bridles the wild Highlander." The Heather-Moon It is of further interest, as Agricola obtained an income from it as a shareholder. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z What frontier was adopted after Agricola's departure, whether Tweed or Cheviot or other, is unknown. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Such was the case also with respect to Agricola, who taught that justification follows a contrition which flows from, and hence is preceded by, love toward God. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church But to return to Agricola—to whom the honour belongs of opening up Strathearn. Chronicles of Strathearn Few military events occurred during this reign, the empire being perfectly quiet, except where the active Agricola was subduing the wandering tribes of Scotland. A Smaller History of Rome The statement sometimes made that Agricola was the first assayer, is false if for no other reason than that science does not develop with such strides at any one human hand. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The third and best-known, if not the ablest, of these generals, Julius Agricola, moved on in A.D. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" These confused ideas plainly show that Agricola had a false conception, not only of the Law and Gospel, but also of original sin, repentance, faith, regeneration, and justification. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Agricola had come so far in order to fight, and his soldiers were impatient to be led against the enemy. Chronicles of Strathearn The life of his father-in-law Agricola is one of the most delightful of biographies. A Smaller History of Rome It is scarcely possible, however, that this is what Agricola meant by this term, for such a substance would be highly infusible. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Bar Hill, the most completely explored, covers three acres—nearly five times as much as the earlier fort of Agricola on the same site. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Viewed from this angle, it occasions little surprise that Agricola consented to help formulate and introduce the Augsburg Interim in which the essentials of Lutheranism were denied. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church From his winter quarters behind the Firths of Forth and Clyde, Agricola sent his fleet to explore the distant northern parts. Chronicles of Strathearn A certain Georgius Agricola, a physician of Heidelberg who died in 1485, makes mention of a deaf mute who had learnt to read and write, but this statement was received with incredulity. Jerome Cardan A Biographical Study The white argol which Agricola so often specifies would have no special excellence, unless it may be that it is less easily adulterated. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z There he wrote the earliest of his dramatic lyrics, "Porphyria's Lover" and "Johannes Agricola." Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Agricola published Luther's sermons on the Lord's Prayer at the beginning of 1518 with some additions of his own, which fact induced Luther to publish them himself. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Further, Agricola is the only Roman general who used both eastern and western routes together; accordingly, these camps date from him. Roman Britain in 1914 The Germans adopted the new learning much later, near a century later than the Italians, when an occasional student, such as Agricola and Reuchlin, visited Bologna or Rome. Lectures on Modern history These mines were worked prior to, and long after, Agricola's time. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Tacitus, already a figure in the literary world through his Agricola and Germania, had made a beginning on his more elaborate Histories and been enslaved to his genius. Roads from Rome In the spring of 1521 Agricola was appointed catechist of the City Church, to instruct the young in religion. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Nor is his reason any more convincing for assigning these camps, and Birrenswark with them, to Agricola. Roman Britain in 1914 Now Tacitus in his Life of Agricola, attributes, the Loss of this their so remarkable Valour, to the Loss of their Liberty. Franco-Gallia Or, An Account of the Ancient Free State of France, and Most Other Parts of Europe, Before the Loss of Their Liberties We have confined the historical notes to the time prior to Agricola, because to have carried them down to date in the briefest manner would have demanded very much more space than could be allowed. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The method of manufacturing salt in Japan is almost identical with that figured in Agricola. On the Antiquity of the Chemical Art Thus brought to terms Agricola, through his wife, sued for reconciliation. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church I have myself ventured, in previous publications, to date Birrenswark to Agricola—for reasons quite different from those of Dr. Schulten. Roman Britain in 1914 The religious devotion of the monastic painter, whose ecstatic spirit breathes in "Pictor Ignotus," probably gives this poem its place adjoining Agricola and Lazarus. Men and Women Considering the part which the metallic arts have played in human history, the paucity of their literature down to Agricola's time is amazing. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z This wall, which was about seventy-five miles south of Agricola's work, was strengthened by a deep ditch and a rampart of earth. The Leading Facts of English History Melanchthon, Agricola, Osiander, Major, and the Philippists, departing from Luther, struck out on paths of their own, and thus gave rise to the controversies finally settled by the Formula of Concord. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Here he parts company from Roy and adduces an argument of his own—that Agricola was the only general who used both eastern and western routes. Roman Britain in 1914 "Johannes Agricola in Meditation" presents the doctrine of predestination as it appears to a devout and poetic soul whose conviction of the truth of such a doctrine has the strength of a divine revelation. Men and Women In 1544 began the publication of the series of books to which Agricola owes his position. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola placed 8 thousand footmen of strangers which he had there in aid with him in the midst, appointing thr�e thousand horssemen to stand on the sides of them as wings. Chronicles (1 of 6): The Historie of England (4 of 8) The Fovrth Booke Of The Historie Of England Seeing his position in the Wittenberg University endangered, Agricola was again ready to submit. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church To whom did Agricola surrender up his province? Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. This was a neglect in Agricola occasioned probably by a limited command; and it was not rectified by boundless authority in Severus. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) As to Agricola's contribution to the sciences of mining and metallurgy, De Re Metallica speaks for itself. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z He invited Agricola p 20for a visit, and urged him to come and join him; living partly as a friend in the Bishop's household, partly lecturing at the neighbouring University of Heidelberg. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London A further controversy concerning the proper distinction between the Law and the Gospel was caused by the Philippists in Wittenberg whose teaching was somewhat akin to that of Agricola. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church How did Domitian receive the account of Agricola's success? Pinnock's improved edition of Dr. Goldsmith's History of Rome to which is prefixed an introduction to the study of Roman history, and a great variety of valuable information added throughout the work, on the manners, institutions, and antiquities of the Romans; with numerous biographical and historical notes; and questions for examination at the end of each section. By Wm. C. Taylor. Here Agricola observed a conduct very different from that of his predecessor, Paulinus: the island, when he had reduced it, was treated with great lenity. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) The following table of the principal terms gives the originals of the Latin text, their German equivalents according in the Glossary and other sources, and those adopted in the translation:— Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The opening was just such as Agricola wished, and he eagerly accepted; but circumstances at Groningen prevented him from redeeming his promise until the spring of 1484. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London December 11 the Elector again called attention to the articles, desiring that Amsdorf, Agricola, and other outside theologians be called to Wittenberg at his expense to take part in the discussion. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church He had seen what Agricola had long before been spared the sight of. Machiavelli, Volume I Agricola was a man of humanity and virtue: he pitied the condition and respected the prejudices of the conquered. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) It must not be assumed that the following is by any means a complete list of the minerals described by Agricola, but they include most of those referred to in this chapter. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z He was an older man than Agricola, but was not ashamed to learn of him when an opportunity offered to acquire Greek. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London It has the loftiness, the refined austerity, the touching impressiveness of Tacitus's Agricola or Condorcet's Turgot, together with a certain grave sweetness that was almost peculiar to the Jansenist school of the seventeenth century. Diderot and the Encyclopædists (Vol 1 of 2) For the same reason, Agricola made Domitian joint heir with his wife and daughter. A Dialogue Concerning Oratory, Or The Causes Of Corrupt Eloquence The Works Of Cornelius Tacitus, Volume 8 (of 8); With An Essay On His Life And Genius, Notes, Supplements Agricola reconciled the Britons to the Roman government by reconciling them to the Roman manners. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) The grouping given below is simply for convenience and does not follow Agricola's method. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z We have seen the kind of gibe with which Agricola's eloquence was greeted at Pavia. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London The only rich thing in the whitewashed vastnesses of the church is the organ, built more than four hundred years ago by Rudolph Agricola of this province. A Wanderer in Holland It was probably about this time that a recreant Irish chieftain tried to induce Agricola to invade Ireland. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 Agricola carefully secured the obedience of the conquered people by building forts and stations in the most important and commanding places. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) As an indication of Agricola's position as a mineralogist, we mark with an asterisk the minerals which were first specifically described by him. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola entered Kettle College, which afterwards became the college of the Falcon, and soon distinguished himself among his fellow-students. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London "PORPHYRIA'S LOVER" is an episode which, with one of the poems of "Men and Women," "Johannes Agricola in Meditation," first appeared under the head of "Madhouse Cells." A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.) In the fifth year of these expeditions, Agricola, passing over in the first ship, subdued in frequent victories nations hitherto unknown. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 And this line Agricola seems to have destined as the boundary of the Empire. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) These complexities reached their height with Agricola, for at this time various new minerals classed under this heading had come under debate. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z He used to say that he had frequently pulled off Agricola's boots, when he came home the worse for his potations; but that no one had ever seen Wessel under the influence of wine. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London But the two which are much the most noteworthy are "Johannes Agricola" and "Porphyria." Life of Robert Browning Africa, Phoenician circumnavigation of, 69.Agrarian outrages and their causes, 613.Agricola, An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 In the interval between his campaigns Agricola was employed in the great labors of peace. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) All these minerals were later found to be forms of zinc, cobalt, or arsenic, and some of these minerals were in use long prior to Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z In his preface, addressed to Dalberg, Agricola's patron, he tells a story which explains a peculiarity occasionally found in mediaeval manuscripts; of being written in sections by several different hands. The Age of Erasmus Lectures Delivered in the Universities of Oxford and London It was probably founded by Agricola about A.D. From John O'Groats to Land's End Agricola gave his protection to one of its petty kings, who had been expelled by faction; and with a show of friendship, he retained him for his own purposes. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 But its final reduction and perfect settlement were reserved for Julius Agricola, a man by whom, it was a happiness for the Britons to be conquered. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) From Greek and Roman times down to long after Agricola, brass was made by cementing zinc ore with copper. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Johannes Agricola was one of the products of the reforming spirit of the sixteenth century in Germany, one of its wild extremes. The Poetry Of Robert Browning Thirty years later Agricola, who was obviously a better administrator than a general, openly encouraged the process. The Romanization of Roman Britain He even thought of working it up into a book by itself, wherein he would follow the example of Tacitus who wrote the Agricola before the Annals and Histories. Characters from 17th Century Histories and Chronicles In the days of Agricola, the Roman sails were made of flax: towards the end of the first century, hemp was in common use among them for sails, ropes, and new for hunting. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson The quotations from Agricola given below, in which zincum is mentioned in an obscure way, do not appear in the first editions of these works, but only in the revised edition of 1559. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Germany, not Italy, is, I think, the country in which Browning intended to place two other poems which belong to the time of the Renaissance—Johannes Agricola in Meditation and A Grammarian's Funeral. The Poetry Of Robert Browning Agricola appears to have been merely carrying out the policy of his age. The Romanization of Roman Britain And you know Tacitus published the life of Julius Agricola, before either of his annals or his history. Characters from 17th Century Histories and Chronicles The Thule discovered by Agricola, and described by Tacitus, is evidently either the Orkney or the Shetland Islands. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson The following are the substances mentioned by Agricola, which, we believe, relate to cobalt and zinc minerals, some of them arsenical compounds. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z From some of our heights I can descry, about a day's journey to the west, the hill where Agricola and his Romans left a camp behind them. On the Choice of Books Northern scholars, like Rudolf Agricola, hurried south to find congenial air at the centre of intellectual life. English Travellers of the Renaissance Tibur was my native place; I was called Agricola, Flavius too.... The Common People of Ancient Rome Studies of Roman Life and Literature It is the observation of Tacitus, in the life of Agricola, that his eminent services had raised a general opinion of his being designed, by the emperor, for praetor of Britain. The Prose Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D. — Volume 09 Contributions to The Tatler, The Examiner, The Spectator, and The Intelligencer Agricola and all of the old authors laid a wholly unwarranted geologic value on these phenomena. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z A. 1.—The work of Agricola inaugurated in Britain that wonderful Pax Romana which is so unique a phenomenon in the history of the world. Early Britain—Roman Britain Agricola, they busy themselves in imitating the actions and the various employments of men. Minstrelsy of the Scottish Border, Volume 2 Consisting of Historical and Romantic Ballads, Collected in The Southern Counties of Scotland; with a Few of Modern Date, Founded Upon Local Tradition He married the daughter of Agricola, famous in the history of Britain, and died probably about the time of Hadrian's accession to the empire, 117 A.D. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Its first fortification is referred to the time of Agricola; the Picts had a strong fortress here, which was totally destroyed in the ninth century by the Scots, under Kenneth II. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 20, No. 581, December 15, 1832 The words "solutions" and "salts" convey a chemical significance not warranted by the state of knowledge in Agricola's time. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z All that we know is that when the district between Hadrian's Wall and Agricola's Rampart was reconquered in 369, it was made a fifth British Province under the name Valentia. Early Britain—Roman Britain Shortly after coming to Town Point Mr. Evans began to write poetry, much of which was published in one of the local newspapers under the signature of Agricola. The Poets and Poetry of Cecil County, Maryland Kinsmen, friends," continued Agricola, "meet me at nightfall before the house of this too-long-spared mulatto. The Grandissimes Agricola's advice to the empire-builders of his day was that Rome should "war down and take possession of Ireland, so that freedom might be put out of sight." The Glories of Ireland It would require too much space to set out Agricola's views upon the origin of the subterranean heat which produced this steam. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The context connects this operation with the Brigantian troubles; but it is certain that Lollius repaired and strengthened Agricola's rampart between Forth and Clyde. Early Britain—Roman Britain —Could any of your readers direct me to an accessible library which possess a copy of Christian Agricola's Propugnaculum Anti-Pistorianum, or otherwise give me any account of that treatise? Notes and Queries, Number 13, January 26, 1850 But there seemed to be no choice, and to Agricola the overseer went. The Grandissimes As time went on, first under Agricola as propraetor and now under Severus as emperor, it has been clearly proven to be an island. Dio's Rome, Volume 2 An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek During the Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus; and Now Presented in English Form. Second Volume Extant Books 36-44 (B.C. 69-44). The German terms given by Agricola above, can many of them be identified in the miners' terms to-day for the various strata at Mannsfeld. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z His appointment was part of the pacificatory system promoted by Agricola. Early Britain—Roman Britain He repaired Agricola's wall to obstruct the incursions of the Caledonians, and while he was employed on this work was attacked by a party commanded by Oscar, son of Ossian and grandson of Fingal. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook I, Agricola Fusilier, stand as an interpreter to a negro? The Grandissimes Among them came General Agricola with a new kind of seed-corn and kindness in his heart. Comic History of England The relative thickness of these beds is much the same as given by Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z F. 7.—Agricola had now the prudence to draw his stakes while the game was still in his favour. Early Britain—Roman Britain This became the second station on the Great Wall erected by Hadrian's orders along the line of forts which Agricola had raised forty years before. Northumberland Yesterday and To-day Ah!" replied Agricola, addressing the surrounding scenery, "if I did not--who would? The Grandissimes Agricola no doubt made the Roman yoke easier upon the necks of the conquered people, and suggested the rotation of crops. Comic History of England This is a case of Agricola coining a name for workmen from the work, the term being derived from ingero, to pour or to throw in, used in the previous clause—hence the "reason." De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z But the superior merit of Agricola soon occasioned his removal from the government of Britain; and forever disappointed this rational, though extensive scheme of conquest. History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 1 His real name was Bauer, meaning a husbandman, which, in accordance with the common fashion of his age, he Latinized into Agricola. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 3 "Yes," said Agricola, "take Palmyre; she has picked up as many negro dialects as I know European languages." The Grandissimes But the two which are much the most noteworthy are "Johannes Agricola" and "Porphyria". Life of Robert Browning In the preface Agricola gives this as an example of his intended adaptations. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z And that wise and civil Roman, Julius Agricola, who governed once here for Caesar, preferred the natural wits of Britain before the laboured studies of the French. Areopagitica A speech for the Liberty of Unlicensed Printing to the Parliament of England After which time, and conquest of Agricola, the lieutenant of Vespasian, pro- bable it is, they wholly possessed this country; ordering it into garrisons or habitations best suitable with their securities. Religio Medici, Hydriotaphia, and the Letter to a Friend "Citizen--it is Sylves--" Agricola sprang up with a thundering oath. The Grandissimes To understand the embarrassment caused by these utterances of the fathers to scientific men of a later period, see letter of Agricola to Joachim Vadianus in 1514. History of the Warfare of Science with Theology in Christendom The Germans in Agricola's time called a truck a hundt—a hound. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The ventilation of mines by a current of air forced by a Fan into the workings, had been proposed by a German named George Agricola, as far back as 1621. James Nasmyth: Engineer; an autobiography How happens it that in Paris and London, centres of social wealth, poverty is as hideous as in the days of Caesar and Agricola? System of Economical Contradictions; or, the Philosophy of Misery "Gone over to the enemy means, my son, gone over to the enemy!" replied Agricola. The Grandissimes The wildness of an Antinomian predestinarianism has never been so grandly painted as in `Johannes Agricola in Meditation'; the white heat of the persecutor glares on us, like a nightmare spectre, in `The Heretic's Tragedy'. An Introduction to the Study of Robert Browning's Poetry What Agricola's authority was for silver mines in this region we cannot discover. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Luther, however, seems not to have so accepted it, and Agricola remained at Berlin. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 From some of our heights I can descry, about a day's journey to the west, the hill where Agricola and the Romans left a camp behind them. Thomas Carlyle "Some private memoranda," answered the meteorologist, managing to get one page turned backward, reddening with confusion and indignation, and noticing that Agricola's spectacles were upside down. The Grandissimes Another thing extremely suspicious is that nowhere in his History, nor even in his biographical work, Agricola, does Tacitus introduce a whole letter. Tacitus and Bracciolini The Annals Forged in the XVth Century Joachimsthal was a booming mining camp, founded but eleven years before Agricola's arrival, and already having several thousand inhabitants. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The senator and music-printer Rhau, of Wittenberg, was a close friend of Agricola, whose theoretical works, providing valuable material concerning the change from the old to the new system of notation, he published. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 Silbermann, according to the account of Bach's pupil, Agricola, being much mortified, put them aside, resolving not to show them again unless he could improve them. Scientific American Supplement, No. 385, May 19, 1883 The fact was, Agricola had never got over the interview which had saved Sylvestre his life. The Grandissimes In Britain a most competent officer—Agricola, the father-in-law of Tacitus—was made governor in A.D. Outline of Universal History Agricola seems to have resigned his position at Joachimsthal in about 1530, and to have devoted the next two or three years to travel and study among the mines. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Chemnitz was a violent centre of the Protestant movement, while Agricola never wavered in his allegiance to the old religion; and he was forced to resign his office. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 The Agricola, perhaps the most beautiful piece of biography in ancient literature, stands on a much higher level than the Germania, because here his heart was in the work. Latin Literature And she went to the don's plantation as interpreter, followed by Agricola's prayer to Fate that she might in some way be overtaken by disaster. The Grandissimes But after all, it is chiefly as the birthplace of Agricola, that true model of a Roman soldier of the best description, that Fréjus interests us most. In Troubadour-Land A Ramble in Provence and Languedoc Chemnitz was occupied by the troops of first one side, then the other, despite the great efforts of Agricola to have his own town specially defended. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z In spite of the early proof that Agricola had given of the tolerance of his own religious attitude, he was not suffered to end his days in peace. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 Together with this remarkable power over new prose rhythms, Tacitus shows in the Agricola the complete mastery of mordant and unforgettable phrase which makes his mature writing so unique. Latin Literature If Señor will let me take the man to Agricola--" "No!" cried Palmyre, with an agonized look, "I will tell. The Grandissimes When Agricola was proconsul of Britain, his rule was mild, and he took pains to win the confidence of the provincials. In Troubadour-Land A Ramble in Provence and Languedoc We lost, on November 21st, that distinguished ornament of our Fatherland, Georgius Agricola, a man of eminent intellect, of culture and of judgment. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The Life of Agricola by his son-in-law Tacitus is practically a panegyric or funeral oration. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 In the Agricola and Germania the distinctively Tacitean style is still immature, though it is well on the way towards maturity. Latin Literature Agricola roused a little and looked up with a miserable attempt at his habitual patronizing smile. The Grandissimes Camerarius was distinguished in the classics and philosophy; Gesner in botany, zoölogy, and the classics; Fuchs in botany and medicine; and Agricola in mineralogy. Handbook of Universal Literature From the Best and Latest Authorities Agricola's education was the most thorough that his times afforded in the classics, philosophy, medicine, and sciences generally. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola wrote a number of theological works which are now of little interest. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 It soon became known that Agricola persisted in maintaining that doctrine of repentance in defence of which he had attacked Melancthon at the first visitation of churches in the Saxon Electorate. Life of Luther Children are again playing on the sward; some, you may observe, are in black, for Agricola. The Grandissimes The last battles of Agricola were fought in Scotland; and, in the pages of Tacitus, he achieved a splendid victory among the Grampian hills. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Orthodox beliefs Agricola scarcely mentions; with the Alchemists he had no patience. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola," as Hume observes, "was the general who finally established the dominion of the Romans in this island. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus And now at Wittenberg also Agricola had some sermons printed, and some theses circulated, embodying a statement of his peculiar doctrine. Life of Luther She could guess pretty well the source of her trouble; Honoré was trying to treat that hand-clasping at the bedside of Agricola as a binding compact; "which, of course, was not fair." The Grandissimes In the year 77, Julius Agricola, then Consul, betrothed his daughter to Tacitus; and they were married in the following year. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Moreover, the main result of the new ideas brought forward by Werner was to stop the march of progress for half a century, instead of speeding it forward as did those of Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Whilst Agricola was yet speaking, the ardor of the soldiers declared itself; and as soon as he had finished, they burst forth into cheerful acclamations, and instantly flew to arms. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Luther had left his family and house in the care of his guest Agricola. Life of Luther When Frowenfeld, with Agricola still in his arms, looked around for the quadroon, he was gone. The Grandissimes Complete, are "The Life of Julius Agricola," "The Dialogue on Orators," and "The Account of Germany": these are, unfortunately, the minor works of Tacitus. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola It was first printed in 1472, and some fifteen or sixteen editions had been printed before Agricola's death. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Happy, O Agricola! not only in the splendor of your life, but in the seasonableness of your death. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus The proclamation of God's law, so Agricola now taught, was no necessary part of Christianity, as such, nor of the way of salvation prepared and revealed by Christ. Life of Luther When the expedition reached Biloxi, there were two suitors for the hand of Agricola's great ancestress. The Grandissimes I give entire, "The Account of Germany" and "The Life of Agricola": these works are entertaining, and should have a particular interest for English readers. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola The Ancients comprised many salts under this head, but Agricola in the main uses it for soda, although sometimes he includes potash. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Because then Agricola would have had opportunity to achieve victories and honors, which would have demanded narration, but for which the jealousy and cruelty of Domitian now gave no scope. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Even Agricola, who wished to be more Lutheran than Luther himself, was silenced. Life of Luther Midway between the times of Lufki-Humma and those of her proud descendant, Agricola Fusilier, fifty-two years lying on either side, were the days of Pierre Rigaut, the magnificent, the "Grand Marquis," the Governor, De Vaudreuil. The Grandissimes It was in the British wars, that Vespasian began his great career, "monstratus fatis"; but the island was not really added to the Empire, until Agricola subdued it for Domitian. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Agricola maintained that not only were jet and amber varieties of bitumen, but also coal and camphor and obsidian. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z This, however, was a mere ruse: and hence it was not to be delivered as Agricola had already set out on his return. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Agricola of Eisleben, for instance, would not hear of a repentance growing out of such impressions produced by the Law and the fear of punishment. Life of Luther Old Agricola Fusilier in the rumbling pomp of his natural voice--for he had an hour ago forgotten that he was in mask and domino--called it "gave away." The Grandissimes This resembles the account of Antoninus Pius, by Marcus Aurelius; and it is for this modesty, this careful separation between private and public affairs, that Tacitus has praised Agricola. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Like Agricola, many authors have sought to find its origin among the Ancients. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Yet he was softened by the temper and prudence of Agricola; who did not think it necessary, by a contumacious spirit, or a vain ostentation of liberty, to challenge fame or urge his fate. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus At the instance, however, of the Elector, who valued Agricola, another reconciliation was brought about. Life of Luther H-my young friend," said the patriarch, turning toward Joseph with a tremendous frown, "when I, Agricola Fusilier, pronounce you a professor, you are a professor. The Grandissimes In "The Life of Agricola," I would mention the simplicity of the treatment and the excellence of the taste. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Agricola's classification of ore-deposits, after the general distinction between alluvial and in situ deposits, is based entirely upon form, as will be seen in the quotation below relating to the origin of canales. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z But why would it have been unnecessary to apologize for writing the life of Agricola, if the times in which he lived had not been so unfriendly to virtue? The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus To Paracelsus, Agricola, and Palissy we are indebted for having laid, in the sixteenth century, the foundations of the study of modern chemistry. The History of Education; educational practice and progress considered as a phase of the development and spread of western civilization "How free," said Agricola, beginning with a meditative gaze at the sky without, and ending with a philosopher's smile upon his two companions,--"how free we people are from prejudice against the negro!" The Grandissimes The sanctities of private life are not violated; yet we know everything, that it is decent to know, about Agricola. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola This nomenclature and classification is not original with Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z These are supposed to have been on the site of those of Agricola. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus "But the invasion of Agricola was not repelled." The Antiquary — Volume 01 "I have these facts," it was Agricola Fusilier's habit to say, "by family tradition; but you know, sir, h-tradition is much more authentic than history!" The Grandissimes Thou therefore, Agricola, art happy, not only as thy life was glorious, but as thy death was seasonable. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola The German translator of Agricola uses the term sylber gang—silver vein, obviously misunderstanding the author's meaning. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z In this passage Mr. Hume has given a summary of the Life of Agricola. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus At that Agricola sent others to try the voyage around Britain and learned from them, too, that it was an island. Dio's Rome, Volume 5, Books 61-76 (A.D. 54-211) An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek During The Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus: and Now Presented in English Form By Herbert Baldwin Foster The lady was a Fusilier, Agricola's sister, a person of rare intelligence and beauty, whom, from early childhood, the secret counsels of his seniors had assigned to him. The Grandissimes It was abundantly notorious how much it rejoiced him, upon reading the last will of Agricola, to find himself left joint heir with his excellent wife and tender daughter. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola It is not always certain which "foot" or "fathom" Agricola actually had in mind although they were probably the German. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Under his administration, Agricola, accustomed to obey, and taught to consult utility as well as glory, tempered his ardor, and restrained his enterprising spirit. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Agricola for the rest of his life lived in dishonor and even in want because he had accomplished greater things than a mere general should. Dio's Rome, Volume 5, Books 61-76 (A.D. 54-211) An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek During The Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus: and Now Presented in English Form By Herbert Baldwin Foster I would give this right hand off at the wrist to catch Agricola Fusilier where I could work him a curse! The Grandissimes Agricola was born on the 13th of June, during the third Consulship of the Emperor Caligula. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Agricola apparently believed that there were various gold minerals, green, yellow, purple, black, etc. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z For, while many great personages of antiquity will be involved in a common oblivion with the mean and inglorious, Agricola shall survive, represented and consigned to future ages. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Caecilius Agricola, however, numbered among the deceased's foremost flatterers and second to no man on earth in rascality and licentiousness, was sentenced to death. Dio's Rome, Volume 5, Books 61-76 (A.D. 54-211) An Historical Narrative Originally Composed in Greek During The Reigns of Septimius Severus, Geta and Caracalla, Macrinus, Elagabalus and Alexander Severus: and Now Presented in English Form By Herbert Baldwin Foster This crowning honor the apothecary was insane enough to decline, and Agricola went away with many professions of endearment, but secretly offended because Joseph had not asked about his wound. The Grandissimes Thus Agricola was chosen, at once to succeed him, and to punish delinquency in them; and exercising moderation altogether rare, would rather have it thought, that he had found them unblamable than made them so. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Dioscorides and Pliny mention substances which were evidently copper sulphides, but no description occurs prior to Agricola that permits a hazard as to different species. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Tacitus was son- in-law to Agricola; and while filial piety breathes through his work, he never departs from the integrity of his own character. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Tacitus, in the life of his father-in-law Agricola, mentions the shuddering recollection of the red face of Domitian, as it looked on at the games. Seekers after God She stood beside the seat with the smile of one foiled and intensely conscious of peril, but neither frightened nor suppliant, holding back with her eyes the execution of Agricola's threat against her life. The Grandissimes Nor did Agricola ever vaunt his exploits to blazon his own fame. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Apart from native quicksilver, Agricola adequately describes cinnabar only. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Whatever in Agricola was the object of our love, of our admiration, remains, and will remain in the minds of men, transmitted in the records of fame, through an eternity of years. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Tartars on the Indian frontier in those centuries are surely to be classed with the Frenchmen whom Brennus led to Rome, or the Scotchmen who fought against Agricola. The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1 Now, old Agricola shows the downward grade better. The Grandissimes To the honour of Agricola my wife's father, this present book is in the meantime dedicated; and, as 'tis a declaration of filial duty and affection, will thence be commended, at least excused. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Agricola, who was familiar with all Albertus's writings, makes no mention of it, and it appears to us that the statement of Albertus referred only to the oxide from sublimation. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The list of the extant works of Tacitus is as follows: the "Germany;" the "Life of Agricola;" the "Dialogue on Orators;" the "Histories," and the "Annals." The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus According to Agricola and Wilson logic has supplanted rhetoric in finding all possible means of persuasion in any subject. Rhetoric and Poetry in the Renaissance A Study of Rhetorical Terms in English Renaissance Literary Criticism It was no easy task for his kindred to prevent Agricola, beside himself with rage and fright, from going straight to Palmyre's house and shooting her down in open day. The Grandissimes To his successor, in the meantime, Agricola had surrendered the Province now settled in perfect peace and security. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola In other words, Agricola himself only learned of a substance under this name a short period before his death in 1555. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The "Agricola" is a biographical sketch of the writer's father-in-law, who, as has been said, was a distinguished man and governor of Britain. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Thus although Agricola admits that rhetoric is most beautiful, he will have none of her. Rhetoric and Poetry in the Renaissance A Study of Rhetorical Terms in English Renaissance Literary Criticism "That is Agricola," whispered Aurora, with lifted head and eyes dilated and askance, as one deep-chested voice roared above all others. The Grandissimes To Agricola however he gave not the salary which was wont to be paid to Proconsuls, and which he himself had continued to some. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola It is, however, desirable to bear in mind that the mines familiar to Agricola abounded in complex mixtures of cobalt, nickel, arsenic, bismuth, zinc, and antimony. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z On these occasions, Agricola was never ostentatious in assuming to himself the merit of his exploits; but always, as a subordinate officer, gave the honor of his good fortune to his superior. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Agricola, who is considered as one of the greatest characters in history, formed a regular plan for subduing and civilizing the island, and thus rendering the acquisition useful to the conquerors. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 02 (From the Rise of Greece to the Christian Era) "Professor Frowenfeld," said Agricola, pointing with his ugly staff, "I demand of you, as a keeper of a white man's pharmacy, to turn that negro out." The Grandissimes Yet by the prudence and moderation of Agricola, he was softened. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Agricola frequently mentions the garlic odour from cadmia metallica, which, together with the corrosive qualities mentioned below, would obviously be due to arsenic. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Thus Agricola, as well by his own virtues as the vices of others, was urged on precipitously to glory. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus During these military enterprises, Agricola was ever attentive to the arts of peace. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 02 (From the Rise of Greece to the Christian Era) Agricola, having lost all ability to sleep in the mansion, moved into a small cottage in a grove near the house. The Grandissimes Apparent, even whilst Agricola spoke, was the ardour of the soldiers, mighty their transport and applause at the end of his speech, and instantly they flew to their arms. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola As to the application of angle- and level-determining instruments to underground surveys, so far as we know there is no reference prior to Agricola, except that of Hero. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The account of these transactions, although unadorned with the pomp of words in the letters of Agricola, was received by Domitian, as was customary with that prince, with outward expressions of joy, but inward anxiety. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus The extant works of this great writer are the "Life of Agricola," his father-in-law; his "Annales," which commence with the death of Augustus, A.D. The Old Roman World, : the Grandeur and Failure of Its Civilization. And--you--know--" here Agricola actually dropped all artificiality and spoke from the depths of his feelings, without figure--"h-h-he has joined himself in business h-with a man of negro blood! The Grandissimes In this manner was Agricola, as well through his own virtues as through the base management of others, pushed upon a precipice even of glory. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola For convenience of readers we set out the various scales as used by Agricola, together with the German:— Roman Scale. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z This reasoning might have some weight, if we did not read, in section 44, that it was the ardent wish of Agricola that he might live to behold Trajan in the imperial seat. The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus Opposing him in family counsels is his uncle, Agricola Fusilier, the brave, blustering, fire-eating reactionary. History of American Literature It was decided not to report progress to old Agricola, but to wait and seek further developments. The Grandissimes A petty King of the country, expelled by domestic dissension, was already received into protection by Agricola, and under the appearance of friendship, reserved for a proper occasion. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola The Latin terms adopted by Agricola are given below, together with the German:— Roman Term. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "Why, you know it does," replied the inadvertent Agricola. It Is Never Too Late to Mend Madhouse Cells," which headed this poem, and "Johannes Agricola in Meditation," Mrs. Orr says: "Such a crime might be committed in a momentary aberration, or even intense excitement of feeling. Dramatic Romances Did Agricola believe in the supernatural potency of these gimcracks? The Grandissimes Yet Agricola, assisted by his natural prudence, though he was then engaged only with men of peace and the robe, acquitted himself with great facility and great uprightness. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola He gives no further information; and therefore this account of Agricola's becomes practically the first. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "Soil is not altogether bad," said Agricola, "but, bless your heart, it isn't a quarter of an inch deep." It Is Never Too Late to Mend He held a number of important public offices, and married the daughter of Agricola, the conqueror of Britain, whose life he wrote. Tacitus on Germany In the distant Grandissime mansion, Agricola Fusilier was casting about for ways and means to rid himself of the heaviest heart that ever had throbbed in his bosom. The Grandissimes The virtue and abilities of Agricola had now ample space for producing suitable effects. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Apparently roasting, as a preliminary to the treatment of copper sulphides, did not come into use in England until some time later than Agricola, for in Col. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z I need not tell you that Julius Agricola, the father-in-law of Tacitus, the historian, was a native of Frejus, which is now a very poor inconsiderable place. Travels through France and Italy His minor works, besides the life of Agricola, already mentioned, are a "Dialogue on Orators" and the account of Germany, its situation, its inhabitants, their character and customs, which is here printed. Tacitus on Germany Agricola's best roar was a penny trumpet to Bras-Coupé's note of joy. The Grandissimes In the beginning of the summer, Agricola suffered a sore blow in his family, by losing his son born about a year before. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola The description of this substance by Agricola, given below, indicates that it was his term for the complex copper-zinc-arsenic-cobalt minerals found in the well-known, highly bituminous, copper schists at Mannsfeld. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z So Simon Agricola gave the word, and Babo blew the bellows until the fire blazed and roared. Twilight Land If Agricola's account of the metallurgical purpose of the fleece is correct, then Jason must have had real cause for complaint as to the tangible results of his expedition. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Her hair, once black, now lifted up into a glistening snow-drift, augments the majesty of a still beautiful face, while her full stature and stately bearing suggest the finer parts of Agricola, her brother. The Grandissimes For, Agricola held yet the administration of Britain. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola We must confess that we cannot make this substance out, nor can we find it mentioned in the other works of Agricola. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "But wait," said Simon Agricola; "you forgot to pay me my thousand golden angels." Twilight Land The fact that we hear nothing of the fleece after the day it was taken from the dragon would thus support Agricola's theory. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola swore a heathen oath, set his knees apart and grasped his staff by the middle. The Grandissimes Agricola then, fearing from the surpassing multitude of the enemy, that he might be beset at once in the front and on each flank, opened and extended his host. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola Agricola undoubtedly had perused such manuscripts and books in some leading library, as the quotation from Boerhaave given later shows. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "Pooh!" said the nobleman, and off he clattered, with his servants at his heels; and that was all the good that Simon Agricola had of this trick. Twilight Land Later than Agricola these methods of parting bullion by converting the silver into a sulphide and carrying it off in a regulus took other forms. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The question was asked of Palmyre by Agricola with a gaze that meant in English, "No tricks, girl!" The Grandissimes Agricola apparently found no little difficulty in adapting Latin words to his purpose, but stubbornly adhered to his practice of using no German at the expense of long explanatory clauses. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola, p. 89-91, describes in detail the organization and management of these share companies. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Back came Simon Agricola running, and there he saw, and took it all in in one look. Twilight Land In addition to the following tabulation of the proportions here given by Agricola, the reader should refer to footnotes 15 and 17, where four more combinations are tabulated. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z It was just as the newly-wed Spaniard, with Agricola and all the guests, were concluding the byplay of marrying the darker couple, that the hurricane struck the dwelling. The Grandissimes We give the following brief notes on early works containing some reference to mineralogy, mining, or metallurgy, to indicate the literature available to Agricola and for historical notes bearing upon the subject. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z By Agricola it was a generic term in somewhat the same sense that it is still used in mineralogy, as, for instance, iron pyrite, copper pyrite, etc. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "It shall be done," said Simon Agricola; so Babo paid back the money, and the doctor dipped the woman in the water. Twilight Land Internal evidence in Book VII. of De Re Metallica, together with the reference in the Preface, leave little doubt that Agricola was familiar with these booklets. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Frowenfeld insisted savagely on speaking; but Agricola raised his voice, and gray hairs prevailed. The Grandissimes Agricola, in using it in this sense, was no doubt following his interpretation of its use by Pliny. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z Agricola was familiar with these works and includes their material in this chapter. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The water hissed, and the steam rose up in a cloud; and when Simon Agricola took the old nobleman out, lo and behold! Twilight Land The next writer of importance was Biringuccio, who was contemporaneous with Agricola, but whose book precedes De Re Metallica by 15 years. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "Ah-h!" said Agricola, further nettling his victim by a gaze of stagy admiration. The Grandissimes The terms aqua fortis and aqua regia had come into use prior to Agricola, but he does not use them; the Alchemists used various terms, often aqua dissolvia. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The "additions" of Agricola, therefore, include reducing, oxidizing, sulphurizing, desulphurizing, and collecting agents as well as fluxes. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z The fourth day of their journey they came to a town, and here Simon Agricola was for trying his tricks of magic again. Twilight Land The Roman silver sesterce, worth about 21/8 pence or 4.2 American cents, was no doubt used by Agricola merely to indicate an infinitesimal quantity. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "Show it to Agricola," cried two or three, as that great man came out upon the veranda, heavy-eyed, and with tumbled hair. The Grandissimes There is nothing in medi�val literature which carries us further with lead metallurgy than the knowledge displayed by Pliny, until we arrive at Agricola's period. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z There is no pointed description in Agricola's works, or in any other that we can find, as to what this material was. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z "Very well," said Simon Agricola, "I will do that, but you must pay me two thousand golden angels." Twilight Land The method described by Agricola for treating antimony sulphide is still used in the Harz, in Bohemia, and elsewhere. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z That was the whole writing, but Agricola never finished. The Grandissimes It is possible that Agricola knew the metal, although he gives no details as to de-sulphurizing it or for recovering the metal itself. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z |
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