| 单词 | conjuncture |
| 例句 | Finally, nostalgia may assume collective and highly political form, affecting entire groups of people at particular historical conjunctures. The lost promise of nostalgia: What modern pop culture gets wrong 2014-03-16T20:00:00Z For whatever set of reasons — it may have something to do with natural harbors or some other historical conjuncture — this idea of representative democracy was developed first in Europe. Untangling the deep and troubled roots of democracy can help define its future 2023-07-22T04:00:00Z Examples of the landscape of disconnections and the fascist conjuncture that it supports are not difficult to find. Fascist politics, the return of antisemitism and the "disconnected present" 2022-12-18T05:00:00Z Given the crisis of education, agency and memory that haunts the current historical conjuncture, educators need a new political and pedagogical language. How higher education can win the war against neoliberalism and white supremacy 2021-10-24T04:00:00Z The anti-Semitism that grows from this conjuncture lies not just in the mind and not just in the institutions: It resides somewhere in between, in a system that is now functioning in a new way. The War on History Is a War on Democracy 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z “It’s a vow that all of us ought to keep reinforcing particularly at this conjuncture where so many undercurrents and contrary views are surfacing on different scenarios,” he told AP. World leaders gather at UN under threat from unilateralism 2018-09-22T04:00:00Z NAU Police originally called it “an unattended death” and investigated the case in conjuncture with Flagstaff police and the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Autopsy: NAU student found dead in March died by suicide 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z Nor is the traditional Marxist discourse of exploitation and accumulation by dispossession adequate for understanding the current historical conjuncture. A new American revolution: Can we find the language — and build a movement — to break out of our nation’s culture of cruelty? 2017-07-04T04:00:00Z Toning down would be self-sabotage and legitimize the very immiserating New Democratic politics that helped bring about this strange political conjuncture the first place. Why Bernie must keep running strong: Strength is the only language the establishment understands 2016-04-29T04:00:00Z In April, for example, the International Monetary Fund reported in its World Economic Outlook that while very modest growth is likely this year, the world economy was in a “fragile conjuncture.” Listen Carefully for Signs of the Next Global Recession 2016-04-29T04:00:00Z This unusual conjuncture of two long-isolated countries heading back into the commercial mainstream is good for consultants, too. When the sanctions come off 2015-07-23T04:00:00Z Banda has found herself leading her country at a particularly puzzling historical conjuncture, but if she's not careful she may not last long in State House. Malawi: Joyce Banda has bigger problems than Madonna 2013-04-24T14:28:35Z "Members agreed that the challenge of boosting both resilience and credit availability was particularly complicated in the current conjuncture," the FPC said at its latest meeting on 14 September, published on Thursday. Banks urged to raise more capital from markets amid eurozone crisis 2012-09-27T13:16:34Z It should be running at least £30bn a year higher than the Treasury currently spends, financed either by taxation or borrowing, depending on the particular economic conjuncture. Olympics: the key to our success can rebuild Britain's economy 2012-08-11T23:04:15Z What we are witnessing is a potentially cataclysmic conjuncture of the continuing crisis of modern finance capitalism and the inherent defects of the eurozone as originally conceived. Saving the euro won't solve the crisis. Losing it won't either 2012-05-19T23:05:58Z "The decision weighed carefully all relevant factors and implications as well as the current conjuncture," the Greek Finance Ministry said. Greece pays bond swap hold-outs 2012-05-15T15:48:41Z Sometimes they personated characters in Homer or in ancient Greek history, and delivered speeches which those characters might have delivered in certain conjunctures of their lives. History of European Morals From Augustus to Charlemagne (Vol. 1 of 2) 2012-03-28T02:00:20.770Z The proscription of the Calvinists restored harmony in this delicate conjuncture between the court of France and the Holy See. The Power Of The Popes 2012-03-27T02:00:20.043Z For more than half a century he passed through the most difficult conjunctures with admirable success. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol IV. No. XX. January, 1852. 2012-02-24T03:00:24.390Z In this conjuncture Defoe had really no friends, for the dissenters were as much alarmed at his book as the high-flyers were irritated. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 10 "David, St" to "Demidov" 2012-02-17T03:00:33.923Z The same harmonious fellowship influenced the appearance and actions of all; and at that happy conjuncture I made my first acquaintance with Washington, the capital of the United States. The Evolution of Photography With a Chronological Record of Discoveries, Inventions, etc., Contributions to Photographic Literature, and Personal Reminescences Extending over Forty Years 2012-02-15T03:00:30.577Z It was a happy conjuncture, for the Nun was hardly less well pleased. Second String 2012-02-11T03:03:54.390Z The conjunctures of the time altogether, as we have said, favoured this plan, at the accession of Innocent III. The Power Of The Popes 2012-03-27T02:00:20.043Z In all these conjunctures Mr. Wogan's advice, could he have been present, might have been serviceable, or at least his curiosity must have been assuaged. Parson Kelly 2012-01-28T03:00:30.303Z The conjuncture was not serious enough to prevent the increase of population; but it entirely stopped the building of new houses. Principles of Political Economy, Vol. II 2012-01-25T03:00:34.150Z Never was your presence more necessary to your brethren;—at no conjuncture could your return be more agreeable to God.... The History of the Knights Templars, the Temple Church, and the Temple 2012-01-18T03:00:11.003Z I am still more strongly fixed in my judgement that the place of importance is employment, in the present unsettled conjuncture. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z Pascal deemed the conjuncture a favourable one for regaining a formal renunciation of the investitures, which he had just condemned in a council held at Troyes. The Power Of The Popes 2012-03-27T02:00:20.043Z This defect of courage is increased by their superstition; they have great faith in charms, signs and omens, a weakness which I anticipated might exert great influence on my destiny in important conjunctures. The Captive in Patagonia 2011-12-27T03:00:10.803Z The wild disorganization produced by such a medley of contradictory qualities, no discipline, no fortunate conjuncture of circumstances, nothing, perhaps, but death or miracle could have reconciled. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Vol. 3, No. 15, August, 1851 2011-12-27T03:00:07.217Z In this conjuncture the postmasters-general acted with remarkable energy, but with little regard to what would now be considered official propriety. The History of the Post Office From Its Establishment Down to 1836 2011-12-19T03:00:45.273Z Pardon, my dear Lord, all this freedom, but the conjuncture is made to awaken men, and there is room for action. Lord Chatham His Early Life and Connections 2012-01-02T03:00:18.893Z These writings attracted the attention of Washington, and he is supposed to have derived essential aid from them in some of the most difficult conjunctures of his administration. Homes of American Statesmen With Anecdotical, Personal, and Descriptive Sketches 2011-11-04T02:00:19.293Z They put on a very unconcerned demeanour, and, as is always the case in such a conjuncture, behaved in the prettiest manner all that evening and night. The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia with an introduction by Julius Bramont 2011-09-27T02:00:18.213Z For all that amounts to is the assertion that the agent is ignorant of the relative strength of desires that may be aroused under a particular conjuncture of circumstances. Determinism or Free-Will? 2011-09-10T02:00:27.557Z Unhappily, however, at this conjuncture the resumption of hostilities with France extinguished for the time all hopes of improved communication with the Continent. The History of the Post Office From Its Establishment Down to 1836 2011-12-19T03:00:45.273Z For the aid, so necessary in the present conjuncture, he said, they could rely on France alone, and the continuance of the King's goodness towards them. Benjamin Franklin; Self-Revealed, Volume II (of 2) A Biographical and Critical Study Based Mainly on his own Writings 2011-08-16T02:00:39.793Z By their presence in Washington, it was in the power of the Secretary of State to avail himself, at every difficult conjuncture, of their counsel. The Works of Daniel Webster, Volume 1 2011-07-27T02:00:32.830Z It was a warning to public men against signing a liberal document which might be needlessly obtruded against them at a critical conjuncture. Bygones Worth Remembering, Vol. 1 (of 2) 2011-07-22T02:00:20.507Z More and more commentators and analysts are beginning to compare the present economic conjuncture with that of Japan in the 1990s, and the infamous "lost decade" – which, in due course, became two lost decades. Planned penury is leading us to ruin 2011-07-09T23:06:08Z The thought was prompted by respect for the wisdom and rare qualities of your illustrious sister, and as a means of salvation for Denmark in the present conjuncture. The Childhood of King Erik Menved An Historical Romance 2011-07-07T02:00:35.757Z And we cannot but feel that, if the cholera should reach the shores of England at this critical conjuncture, it will find organisms most ready to receive its virus. On the cattle plague: or, Contagious typhus in horned cattle. Its history, origin, description, and treatment 2011-06-24T02:00:18.093Z It is obvious how many singular conjunctures must have grown out of this propensity. Ormond, Volume II (of 3) or, The Secret Witness 2011-06-02T02:00:19.953Z At this conjuncture a man of commanding genius and fearless initiative was given to Spain in the person of Diego Velasquez. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z And speaking of the conjunctures of history, here's another thought for the U.S. Why China may not be No. 1 2011-05-02T20:30:00Z This happy result was attributable to the peculiar conjuncture of affairs at home when the establishment of that colony was undertaken. Inquiry Into the Origin and Course of Political Parties in the United States 2011-04-24T02:00:09.423Z A broad canvas is spread before us, containing many figures in social conjuncture. Aspects and Impressions 2011-04-12T02:00:22.073Z Yes, gentlemen," added he, louder, "these are times when the exigencies of the service demand alike the energy of youth and the experience of age; it is, indeed, a happy conjuncture that finds them united. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z I have been deeply touched by the generous, and, I must almost say, affectionate attitude of my brother members in this painful conjuncture. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume II 2011-05-22T02:00:17.943Z Plutarch gives a memorable account of his character and behaviour at this conjuncture, declaring that he was second to none in the most atrocious villainies. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z Near this stone is laid Charles Theophilus, first and last Lord Metcalfe, a Statesman tried in many high posts and difficult conjunctures, and found equal to all. The Canadian Portrait Gallery - Volumes 1 to 4 2011-03-23T02:00:23.527Z In this critical conjuncture, I should be only too delighted to have a company of players to divert my thoughts from my troubles—but I have neither theatre nor money. Tales from Blackwood Volume 4 2011-03-04T03:00:58.347Z It was in the first burst of Hickman O'Reilly's indignation against Government that he had secured O'Halloran as his counsel, never anticipating that any conjuncture would bring him once more into relations with the Ministry. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. II (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:06.657Z The man who could rescue one at such a conjuncture, Kitty, is worthy of all confidence, and so I told him by a glance. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z Against this background, the poor old Bank of England monetary policy committee is the focus of economic policy, and evidently can make neither head nor tail of the conjuncture. If George Osborne's cuts are so clever, how come America isn't copying him? 2011-02-27T00:05:42Z It seemed as if God himself had willed it, by placing him in a convent at such a conjuncture. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z "Breakfast is served, miss," said a maid-servant, at this conjuncture, opening a door into a small room, where the table was spread. The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. I (of II) 2011-02-04T03:00:16.820Z "One sees that you are accustomed to make the most of a fortunate conjuncture, whether of men or dollars." Partners A Novel. 2011-02-02T03:00:20.690Z I 'm sure I wish he would, and I should be delighted to contribute towards such a conjuncture. The Dodd Family Abroad, Vol. I 2011-03-03T03:00:56.130Z By a fortunate coincidence, the crisis was attended by a phenomenon which in ordinary times would have spelled prosperity, and which in this extraordinary conjuncture helped to bring back normal conditions. Readings in Money and Banking Selected and Adapted 2011-02-01T03:00:14.553Z In spite of all the urgent and intricate affairs in which he was involved, more than at any former conjuncture, he was sleepy. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z And if I wanted to exploit the present conjuncture of circumstances I should profit by your being lost, your feeling that you need protection. The Song of Songs 2011-01-01T03:00:25.907Z At all events, you have every reason to thank the present conjuncture. Partners A Novel. 2011-02-02T03:00:20.690Z He is the author of The Politics of Heroin: CIA Complicity in the Global Drug Trade , which probes the conjuncture of illicit narcotics and covert operations over the past 50 years. America and the Dictators: From Diem to Karzai 2010-04-15T20:16:00Z It is precisely at this conjuncture that Parliament enacted the last and most stringent of the measures by which it sought to place an embargo upon swearing. A Cursory History of Swearing In this terrible conjuncture he ought to have concealed himself as much as possible; and, behold, he seeks every method to make himself known. The Betrothed From the Italian of Alessandro Manzoni 2011-02-05T03:00:14.863Z The tolerance shown at this conjuncture by the young princes George and Barnim was due to two reasons. Bartholomew Sastrow Being the Memoirs of a German Burgomaster The power of the First See was really exerted in difficult conjunctures to keep the whole body together. The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries I hope that no one will see in the conjuncture of these names a mere wanton fantasy, or a mere sensational contrast. Women as World Builders Studies in Modern Feminism My dear Glencore, the luckiest fellow that ever lived, were he only to cast a look back on opportunities neglected, and conjunctures unprofited by, would be sure to be miserable. The Fortunes Of Glencore "Pardon my boldness," said Rinaldo, "if I venture to allude to your Majesty's course of conduct in a similar conjuncture." Barbarossa; An Historical Novel of the XII Century. In some conjunctures we must keep the conductor raised and in communication with the electroscope, in order to observe certain phenomena which I shall presently describe: this method I call observation with a fixed conductor. The Eruption of Vesuvius in 1872 Thus an encroachment, which had failed in Africa, succeeded through a conjuncture of circumstances, especially the intervention of the civil power, in Gaul. The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries To me there is something extraordinarily appropriate in that conjuncture, inasmuch as the work of Olive Schreiner and the work of Isadora Duncan supplement each other. Women as World Builders Studies in Modern Feminism In this conjuncture, Robinson felt himself bound to assume the direction of affairs. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency "Happy conjuncture," said he, smiling, "that can make my presence desired in one quarter, when my absence is wished for in another." Roland Cashel Volume II (of II) It was so far a wise step, that in such a conjuncture no higher opinion could have been obtained. Roland Cashel Volume I (of II) Charles’s conduct in this conjuncture was highly characteristic and was marked by his usual cynical selfishness. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 8 "Chariot" to "Chatelaine" It is no uncommon thing to love a person and not know it until some unusual emergency or conjuncture of circumstances reveals us to ourselves. The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St John, Vol. II Perhaps, I might be able to clear up this matter, by referring to the extraordinary conjuncture of circumstances that surrounded her. Horse-Shoe Robinson A Tale of the Tory Ascendency Have you silently contemplated all the wrong combinations and unhappy conjunctures that have grown up, when you expected but unanimity and good feeling? Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience The conjuncture of circumstances, and the immigration it induced, were unusual. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" You have caught, besides, a very popular turn of the public mind at a lucky conjuncture. One Of Them I suspect I owe a great share of this enjoyment to temperament, to a disposition not so much remarkable for opposing difficulties as for deriving all the possible pleasure from any fortunate conjuncture. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance At this conjuncture a violent storm, compelling them to scud all night under bare poles, providentially drove them into the mouth of Chesapeake Bay. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia What could my "mongrel nationality," as the Count styled it, avail me in such a conjuncture? Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience "My Lady wishes to know, my Lord, if your Lordship will step upstairs to speak to her?" said a servant at this conjuncture. The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly Now it chanced that Mr. Dunn's lot in life had thrown him into a fortunate conjuncture of the world's temper. Davenport Dunn, Volume 2 (of 2) A Man Of Our Day I had no very clear or collected plan of action, but I resolved to ask Captain Rogers to be my friend, and see me through this conjuncture. A Day's Ride A Life's Romance At this hopeless conjuncture, a benignant Providence put it into the hearts of the Indians to supply the famished sufferers with an abundance of fruits and provision. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia Deep and well-founded as was his confidence in the cleverness of his deputy, his station was an insurmountable barrier to his utility at the present conjuncture. The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago Unhappy who, in such a time, felt not, at all conjunctures, ineradicably in his heart the knowledge that a God made this Universe, and a Demon not! A Century of English Essays An Anthology Ranging from Caxton to R. L. Stevenson & the Writers of Our Own Time It was of great consequence, too, at that precise conjuncture, to rally round the throne all that were distinguished for fealty and devotion. The Daltons, Volume II (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life Nothing but the possibility of losing her altogether could have overcome this cautious scruple; and Jekyl had artfully insinuated such a conjuncture. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life The Indian incursions occurring at this conjuncture, filled the measure of panic and exasperation. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia At this conjuncture, a tremendous sea broke into the boat, and dashed it in pieces;—so entire was the destruction, that not a fragment was afterwards seen. A Narrative of the Shipwreck, Captivity and Sufferings of Horace Holden and Benj. H. Nute Who were cast away in the American ship Mentor, on the Pelew Islands, in the year 1832; and for two years afterwards were subjected to unheard of sufferings among the barbarous inhabitants of Lord North's island These two great terrestrial discoveries were contemporaneous; and it would be difficult to name any conjuncture of material events bearing with such importance on the history of the world. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 7 "Columbus" to "Condottiere" O my dear simpleton, there must concur besides strange conjunctures, astral influxes, and the favour of a variety of spirits, in order to bring about a work as it should be! The Pictures; The Betrothing Novels It would be equally unfair to her own family, as unjust to the girl herself, to detain her then in such a conjuncture. The Daltons, Volume I (of II) Or,Three Roads In Life In this conjuncture, when deserted by his own people, Lewis found old Outacité, the Cherokee chief, willing to stand by him. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia Whether or not this was a justifiable act, I am unacquainted; but its enforcement at such a conjuncture seems sadly at variance with the principles of humanity. Memoirs of the Extraordinary Military Career of John Shipp Late a Lieut. in His Majesty's 87th Regiment A conviction that severe measures are seldom effectual in such conjunctures induced me to try every description of mild persuasion that I could think of. The Serapion Brethren, Vol. I. Here he had found in a comparatively small compass the ideal conjuncture for those growths so essential to the pioneer who must needs subsist on the produce of his own land. The Story of Old Fort Loudon To be made to feel foolish and to look foolish, was more than he could tolerate under any conjuncture of circumstances. Belford's Magazine, Volume II, No. 8, January, 1889 Just at this conjuncture, three prisoners were brought in, and they gave such a report of the feeble state of the garrison at the fort, that it was determined to push forward at once. History of the Colony and Ancient Dominion of Virginia The influence acquired by Akbar was never more apparent than at this conjuncture. Rulers of India: Akbar In the first place he profoundly distrusted the whole Liberal party in the province—that great party which, excepting at extraordinary conjunctures, has always carried with it the mass of the constituencies. British Supremacy & Canadian Self-Government, 1839-1854 The same principle which, in certain conjunctures, imposes the duty of surrendering received opinions imposes in equal extent, and under like conditions, the duty of disregarding the fallible authorities that uphold them. The History of Freedom Yes, and the self-same hour, too, of the day, as he could judge by the length of his shadow in the sunshine, which he remembered as having been traced on the landscape at that conjuncture. The Red Moccasins A Story The tinker shrugged his shoulders, as if to say that in such conjunctures even the calendar was not to be trusted. The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature Every little conjuncture of circumstances which admitted of litigation, at once suggested its expediency, without reference to other considerations, or connection with, or subordination to, any general purpose or plan of action. Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. Let all here before Thee carry and 436 measure with the false balances of love, and be in their own eyes and in all conjunctures the most guilty. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 16 (of 25) I have named the talismans on which I habitually depend, but here was a conjuncture in which both were wholly useless. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 20 (of 25) Hill, in every critical conjuncture of his affairs, and they were frequent ones, had always a story to tell, or an evasion, which served its momentary purpose. Calamities and Quarrels of Authors As the Huguenots were returning to Niort, the traitor found the conjuncture he desired. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 National peculiarities are everywhere nourished by the ruling classes in order that, at a given conjuncture, a great war may furnish a drainage for dangerous tendencies at home. Woman under socialism As for him and me, we had enjoyed a very pleasant conversation; he, in particular, had found much pleasure in my society; I was a stranger; this was exactly one of those rare conjunctures.... The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 2 (of 25) In the next instance—that of Martin Luther—we have just this conjuncture of circumstances, with the inevitable result. Religion & Sex Studies in the Pathology of Religious Development A combination of circumstances makes the present conjuncture more favorable for Virginia, than for any other state in the union, to fix these matters. The Land of the Miamis An Account of the Struggle to Secure Possession of the North-West from the End of the Revolution until 1812 Yet there was much that, humanly speaking, was unfortunate in the conjuncture. History of the Rise of the Huguenots Volume 2 It was thought that this was reasonable and a possible, nay a probable conjuncture, and might be used as a weapon to damage English trade. Ireland as It Is And as It Would be Under Home Rule It is worth noting in this connection how heavily the lack of genial leaders at this critical conjuncture in European history told upon the allied peoples and affected their chances of success. England and Germany Horace is thus fit for all times and conjunctures, and is the most modern of all the Latin writers— "Horace still charms with pleasing negligence, And without method talks us into sense." Literary Tours in The Highlands and Islands of Scotland At this conjuncture, Lord Cochrane's name excited universal attention in England, and he was engaged by the Greek deputies, and some friends of the cause, to enter the Greek service. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 58, Number 360, October 1845 In this critical conjuncture, Gelon attacked, with all his forces, the Carthaginians, who at first made a gallant resistance. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) They know what they themselves would do in certain conjunctures, and when they are told by Irishmen that Irishmen under similar conditions would act quite differently, they snort and say 'nonsense.' Ireland as It Is And as It Would be Under Home Rule But their death at this precise conjuncture is most unfortunate. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 363, January, 1846 The structure is a framework, or apparatus, or perhaps only a number of functionaries set to co-operate in prescribed ways at a certain conjuncture. Introduction to the Science of Sociology While Paragot was playing on the lighter side of the conjuncture, my mind danced in wonder and delight. The Belovéd Vagabond Among the crowd of legislators which at this conjuncture poured from all the provinces of France into Paris, Bar�re made no contemptible figure. Critical and Historical Essays, Volume III (of 3) It was not by any conjuncture that I arrived at this conclusion. The Wild Huntress Love in the Wilderness I am ignorant what steps he will take in this conjuncture. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. XI In such conjuncture, Madame des Ursins was wanting, as it appears to us, in prudence and address. Political Women, Vol. 2 Pyrrhus immediately saw that the conjuncture opened before him a prospect of a very brilliant campaign, in a field entirely new, and he at once determined to embark forthwith in the enterprise. Pyrrhus Makers of History At this conjuncture came news that Frederic, having cleared Silesia of his enemies, was returning by forced marches into Saxony. Critical and Historical Essays, Volume III (of 3) In such conjunctures, the Cardinal rose to the level of Richelieu. Political Women, Vol. 1 To this they made no reply; and at this very point the disciple of M. le Moine, with whom I had consulted, arrived by what seemed to me a lucky and extraordinary conjuncture. Pascal Instead, therefore, of hazarding conjectures, it will be well to confine our attention to the well-authenticated political acts of the Princess at this, to her, serious conjuncture. Political Women, Vol. 2 And a train of events, occurring in direct sequence after that meeting, proves that it was at this conjuncture that Cromwell agreed to parcel out his Protectorship among the leading officers of the Army. The Quarterly Review, Volume 162, No. 324, April, 1886 At such a conjuncture it was natural that literary and oratorical talents should rise in value. Critical and Historical Essays, Volume III (of 3) At such a conjuncture it was, that the Independent party, ardent, resolute, and uncompromising, began to raise its head both in the camp and in the Parliament. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 3 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History Just at this conjuncture, however, Major Lawrence returned from England and assumed the chief command. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History The luxuries of Carthage and the other African cities had in a couple of generations done much to destroy the vigor of the Vandals, so that the conjuncture was favorable. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 1 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History It is impossible to mistake the meaning of this genealogy and the reason of its introduction at the present conjuncture. Homer's Odyssey A Commentary Everybody said that it was Lady Jane's doing, and there were some who almost implied that she had died on purpose to bring about the happy conjuncture. Vixen, Volume I. Phœbe had no choice but compliance; advising Bertha not to betray her knowledge, and anxious to know the conclusions which this acute young woman would draw from the present conjuncture. Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster To avert such a conjuncture by the restoration of peace was necessarily an object of British policy. Sea Power in its Relations to the War of 1812 Volume 1 A combination of circumstances makes the present conjuncture more favorable for Virginia, than for any other state in the Union, to fix these matters. Washington and the American Republic, Vol. 3. To impose fresh taxes on England in defiance of law would, at this conjuncture, have been madness. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 Only occasionally I saw a face which was attractive by the odd conjuncture of an olive skin and light grey eyes. A Tramp's Notebook But in default of any such happy, unlikely conjuncture of the right men in the right place, it is the deep and wide tides of public opinion that largely shape events. The Negro and the Nation A History of American Slavery and Enfranchisement "I was not sorry," Father Hennepin writes, "in this conjuncture, to continue our discovery with this people." The Adventures of the Chevalier De La Salle and His Companions, in Their Explorations of the Prairies, Forests, Lakes, and Rivers, of the New World, and Their Interviews with the Savage Tribes, Two Hundred Years Ago Patriotic emotions and faiths are its favorite psychological exercises, if the conjuncture is favorable and the material well-being is high. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals If a master died, his heir succeeded him; if the “force” of any plantation was by any conjuncture of circumstances dispersed or removed, another negro company was on the shore, ready to re-people the slave-quarter. The Hour and the Man, An Historical Romance But Mrs Mackenzie was by no means so proud at the present conjuncture of affairs. Miss Mackenzie "Most valuable are the feet in such a conjuncture," according to Archilochus, nay according to the wise Aristotle himself. Plutarch's Morals But I own, I am startled at the incoherence of your expressions, coupled with your sudden and almost mysterious appearance at this distressing conjuncture. Rookwood The structure is a framework, or apparatus, or perhaps only a number of functionaries set to coöperate in prescribed ways at a certain conjuncture. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals To add to the other unsatisfactory conditions of the marriage, the prophets of evil began to point to the ominous conjuncture of names—an English princess married to a Prince of Orange. A History of the Four Georges, Volume II To our minds more is to be apprehended in such a conjuncture from the weakness than from the strength of the President's character. The Writings of James Russell Lowell in Prose and Poetry, Volume V Political Essays For in critical conjunctures the reputation and credit of one who has experience and capacity in command plays a great part in insuring safety. § xvii. Plutarch's Morals I have only to regret the absence of my friend, Mr. Coates, at this momentous conjuncture. Rookwood Various conjunctures arise in which the taboos are weakened or the sanctions on them are withdrawn. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals All the same he left his nook with some disrelish—it would have been so capital a conjuncture to have met her just there, and he had taken such pains! Patsy He does not delay the progress of the plot to impress upon his reader the exact frame of mind in which his hero felt at certain trying conjunctures. Donahoe's Magazine, Volume 15, No. 1, January 1886 This made him more irresolute than the conjuncture of his affairs would admit; if he had been of a rougher and more imperious nature, he would have found more respect and duty. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume III (of X) - Great Britain and Ireland I At this conjuncture, a green cap made its appearance, bound with straw-coloured ribbon, and surmounted with two bushy sprigs of hawthorn, of which the globular buds were swelling, and some bursting, but fewer yet open. Imaginary Conversations and Poems A Selection That men should be in demand on the earth is a temporary and passing status of the conjuncture which makes things now true which in a wider view are delusive. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals Could he be certain that some conjuncture would not occur which would bring the mysterious personage on the scene? The Secret of the Island But, while Madame Dort was filled with apprehension as to the fate of her younger son, a sudden conjuncture of circumstances almost made her forget Eric. Fritz and Eric The Brother Crusoes The conjuncture is very critical, and if prudently yet boldly managed, may rally this country. The Life of William Ewart Gladstone, Vol. 1 (of 3) 1809-1859 It was at this conjuncture that Archbishop Laud imposed on Oxford a new code of statutes which scared away from the University the now scrupulous scholar. The International Monthly Magazine, Volume 5, No. 1, January, 1852 In the examination of any case of the customs of abortion and infanticide chief attention should be directed to these conjunctures. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals Upon the whole," writes Maxwell of Kirkconnel, "the conjuncture seemed favourable; and it is not to be wondered that a young Prince, naturally brave, should readily lay hold of it. Memoirs of the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745 Volume III. In dangerous conjunctures, they were armed by the senate with absolute power, by the solemn decree that the consuls should take care the Republic receives no harm. Roman Antiquities, and Ancient Mythology For Classical Schools (2nd ed) The argument will return to the difficulties that are liable to arise out of this conjuncture of facts, in the way of discontent and possible disturbance. An Inquiry Into The Nature Of Peace And The Terms Of Its Perpetuation To summon a Parliament at such a conjuncture seemed to be courting certain ruin. Henry VIII. The explanation lies in conventionalization within 552the mores for an occasion or under a conjuncture of circumstances. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals The time was opportune and the conjuncture of circumstances singularly favorable. A History of American Christianity The conjuncture would arrive when it would be wanted. Tancred Or, The New Crusade History teaches also, but with an inflection of doubt, that the outworn institution in such a conjuncture faces disestablishment. An Inquiry Into The Nature Of Peace And The Terms Of Its Perpetuation It is the most usual method in every report, first to examine its probability, and then act as the conjuncture may require. A Book of English Prose Part II, Arranged for Secondary and High Schools These personages, remaining unchanged in character, were put in various assumed positions and conjunctures. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals The Major, too, had listened and chosen, and in this trying conjuncture he set the seal to his character as an accomplished man. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 20, No. 118, August, 1867 Throughout the memorable conjuncture, Lord Palmerston, however, had one great advantage, which was invisible to the millions; he was served by a most vigilant and able diplomacy. Tancred Or, The New Crusade It was Broffin's business to put two and two together, and at this conjuncture the process was sufficiently simple. The Price Sharp gave his command to a pirate named Cox, a New Englander, "who forced kindred, as was thought, upon Captain Sharp, out of old acquaintance, in this conjuncture of time, only to advance himself." On the Spanish Main Or, Some English forays on the Isthmus of Darien. In the cases of Greece and Rome we have clear instances to prove the opposite tendencies of the mores, with their attendant philosophies and ethical principles, on the conjuncture of the conditions and interests. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals We shall, therefore, approach nearer to the truth, if we mention all the views which the present conjuncture could suggest to them. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell The greatness of the conjuncture, the delightful climate, his sanguine temperament, combined, however, to sustain him. Tancred Or, The New Crusade But the queen, who knew the importance of her alliance with the states during the present conjuncture, was resolved to give them entire satisfaction, by recalling Leicester, and commanding him to resign his government. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part D. From Elizabeth to James I. So feeble was the succor which Henry in this important conjuncture afforded his ally, whom the invasion of a foreign enemy, concurring with domestic dissensions, had reduced to the utmost distress. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part C. From Henry VII. to Mary He did not perceive that society was in a conjuncture of decline. Folkways A Study of the Sociological Importance of Usages, Manners, Customs, Mores, and Morals The king's friends were divided with regard to the part which he should act in this critical conjuncture. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell He had a lofty idea of his duty to his sovereign and his country, and felt within him the energies that would respond to a conjuncture. Tancred Or, The New Crusade I acknowledged to myself that at this conjuncture the wisest thing, the kindest thing was to go away. The House of Martha Nothing can illustrate these observations more forcibly, than a recollection of the happy conjuncture of times and circumstances, under which our republic assumed its rank among the nations. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 4 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States Was it the abruptness of this vision that thus confounded me? was it a latent error in my moral constitution, which this new conjuncture drew forth into influence? Arthur Mervyn Or, Memoirs of the Year 1793 His death, in this conjuncture, was a public misfortune. The History of England in Three Volumes, Vol.I., Part E. From Charles I. to Cromwell If I have a well-grounded fear, a fear made prudent by experience, that in this or that conjuncture I shall sin, then it is a near occasion for me. Explanation of Catholic Morals A Concise, Reasoned, and Popular Exposition of Catholic Morals In this critical conjuncture, he displayed, as usual, a grievous want of judgment. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine - Volume 61, No. 376, February, 1847 The thirtieth Congress assembles in this conjuncture, and the debates are solemn, earnest, and bewildering. Life and Public Services of John Quincy Adams Sixth President of the Unied States There are topics and conjunctures in the almost daily changing relations between Governments as to which silence is golden. Before the War He starts with some wildly unusual—but, as a rule, not impossible—conjuncture of circumstances. Adventures in Criticism In such a conjuncture, dear Will, what probability is there of my doing any thing to the purpose? Andrew Marvell Whatever scorn the generality of moderns have to-day for the logic of Aristotle, one must acknowledge that it teaches infallible ways of resisting error in these conjunctures. Theodicy Essays on the Goodness of God, the Freedom of Man and the Origin of Evil There was one citizen eminently qualified for such a trust in such a conjuncture. Life and Public Services of John Quincy Adams Sixth President of the Unied States In such a conjuncture opinions might well differ in respect of the proper means of redress. Discourse of the Life and Character of the Hon. Littleton Waller Tazewell At this conjuncture the Delegates arrived, and instead of first communicating with their own Directors, went straight to the Hudson's Bay House, and presented their credentials. Notes of a Twenty-Five Years' Service in the Hudson's Bay Territory Volume II. His conduct during this grave conjuncture has been the object of a hundred false rumours. Biographies of Distinguished Scientific Men There are perhaps conjunctures wherein something of the kind takes place. Theodicy Essays on the Goodness of God, the Freedom of Man and the Origin of Evil Louis Napoleon has acted excellently in this conjuncture—with integrity and boldness—don't you think so? The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Volume II In such a conjuncture the ordinary forms of government were overlooked, and the citizens in full assembly, the venerable Mathews in the chair, appointed, as in the days of the Revolution, a Committee of Safety. Discourse of the Life and Character of the Hon. Littleton Waller Tazewell It was at this conjuncture that Blount, if he had been present and invisible, would have seen a sour smile wrinkling upon the face of the club gossip. The Honorable Senator Sage-Brush It was a conjuncture fraught with consequences vastly more important than anyone foresaw. Prime Ministers and Some Others A Book of Reminiscences It was a resource he had often fallen back on in difficult conjunctures. All Around the Moon Many noble instances of fidelity were displayed by slaves at this terrible conjuncture, several chose rather to die on the rack, in the most exquisite torments, than betray the place where their masters were concealed. 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. Their armies broke up at the most critical conjunctures,—as it was not the necessity of the service, but the extent of their vows, which held them together. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) He delayed the blow till the fortunate conjuncture was past. Jack Sheppard A Romance Certainly, it was an odd conjuncture of persons and interests. Prime Ministers and Some Others A Book of Reminiscences At the present conjuncture, too, the number of the malcontents was swelled by the addition of the recently subdued Bactrians, who hated the Parthian yoke, and longed earnestly for a chance of recovering their freedom. The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 6. (of 7): Parthia The History, Geography, And Antiquities Of Chaldaea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, Persia, Parthia, And Sassanian or New Persian Empire; With Maps and Illustrations. But the whole passage, in connection with what follows it, indicates that the author has mixed up the state of affairs at two very close, but very distinct, conjunctures. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science, Vol. XVI., December, 1880. He had greater advantages in this conjuncture, and a prince of quite another character now to contend with. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12) While we are gossiping," he resumed, "I am going to tell you frankly what strikes me most clearly in the present conjuncture. His Excellency the Minister He broods constantly as to whether he himself, in some happy conjuncture of quick mind and environing silence and the sudden perfect impulse, might have written something like that. Plum Pudding Of Divers Ingredients, Discreetly Blended & Seasoned But though the conjuncture of circumstances was most favorable, the man was wanting. The Seven Great Monarchies Of The Ancient Eastern World, Vol 6. (of 7): Parthia The History, Geography, And Antiquities Of Chaldaea, Assyria, Babylon, Media, Persia, Parthia, And Sassanian or New Persian Empire; With Maps and Illustrations. We cannot arrange with our enemy, in the present conjuncture, without abandoning the interest of mankind. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 05 (of 12) There is a power always on the watch, qualified and disposed to profit of every conjuncture, to establish its own principles and modes of mischief, wherever it can hope for success. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 04 (of 12) The conjuncture called for measures of no ordinary character. Ancient Egypt In this conjuncture, therefore, many of the next richer class abandoned their farms, and with the funds which they were enabled to collect, set up shops or public-houses in Sydney. Statistical, Historical and Political Description of the Colony of New South Wales and its Dependent Settlements in Van Diemen's Land With a Particular Enumeration of the Advantages Which These Colonies Offer for Emigration, and Their Superiority in Many Respects Over Those Possessed by the United States of America What is very remarkable in this is, that the Jews, who crucified the Son of God, by whom Kings reign, took then occasion of the conjuncture which seemed favourable to them. Notes and Queries, Number 29, May 18, 1850 It is not every conjuncture which calls with equal force upon the activity of honest men; but critical exigencies now and then arise; and I am mistaken, if this be not one of them. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 01 (of 12) These reasons may arise from particular conjunctures; but there are also common reasons always subsisting, and such as relate to the constitution of a government and the state of a nation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 04 (of 12) Eloquence has various modes, all changing with the conjuncture of the times. 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 In the conjunctures of affairs, experience will best instruct you what will be most for God's service; for there is no better master than practice, and observation, in matters of prudence. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 But at this conjuncture the railroad men interfered. The Taming of Red Butte Western Nobody, I believe, will consider it merely as the language of spleen or disappointment, if I say, that there is something particularly alarming in the present conjuncture. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 01 (of 12) In this conjuncture they sent to Jotunheim for a certain giantess named Hyrrokin, who came mounted on a wolf, having twisted serpents for a bridle. The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson In such a conjuncture it was not safe to speak the sentiments of the heart. 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 But to understand when this is proper to be done, how far to proceed, and with what precautions, is what the interior spirit, and your experience, must teach you, in those particular conjunctures. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 In every conjuncture of his life that we can trace in his letters he behaved squarely by himself and, since he is our great exemplar, by us. Aspects of Literature On Tuesday Winslow "set out in a whale-boat with Dr. Whitworth and Adjutant Kennedy, to consult with Captain Murray in this critical conjuncture." Montcalm and Wolfe Nothing, it was argued, could be worse than what these leaders had brought upon the country, and a change from the bourgeoisie to the proletariat could not well be inaugurated at a more favorable conjuncture. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference But there happened at that time a very peculiar conjuncture in politics. The World's Best Orations, Vol. 1 (of 10) The conjuncture in which the Bonzas found the king, was favourable to them. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 He said of the conjuncture in which he was placed that it was not one of the most difficult, but the most difficult of his political life. The Liberation of Italy One seeing her now would be cheaply cynical, indeed, to say or dream that, with reference to some such conjuncture as the present, this girl had left a happy home many hours before. V. V.'s Eyes For moral authority at that conjuncture was the sheet anchor of the principal delegates. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference Nevertheless, these minor capitals are not to be overlooked, especially at the present conjuncture. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 17, No. 101, May, 1876 Xavier took advantage of this happy conjuncture, and deferred no longer his preaching in Cangoxima. The works of John Dryden, now first collected in eighteen volumes. Volume 16 Never did any conjuncture require so much prudence as this. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant At this conjuncture, four vessels arrived from the viceroy Don Garcia, and landed only a reinforcement of twenty men. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 06 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time No conjuncture could have been less favorable for an experiment based on this theory. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference They make no ceremony of exclaiming upon all occasions against a change of ministry, in so critical and dangerous a conjuncture. The Prose Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D. — Volume 09 Contributions to The Tatler, The Examiner, The Spectator, and The Intelligencer Seeing their insolence, de Weert called them into the cabin, giving them good words, and even desired their advice as to what was best to be done in this difficult conjuncture. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 10 Arranged in systematic order: Forming a complete history of the origin and progress of navigation, discovery, and commerce, by sea and land, from the earliest ages to the present time. He considered the temper of the States in this conjuncture, and was loth to divide a small body of men, upon whose faithfulness alone he could depend. The Prose Works of Jonathan Swift, D.D. — Volume 10 Historical Writings The appearance of so singular a treatise at this conjuncture has set us upon an inquiry into the present state of religion upon the stage generally. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 67, May, 1863 It was at this conjuncture that Mr. Wilson made his appearance and threw all the pieces on the political chessboard into weird confusion. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference It was at this conjuncture that he made the acquaintance of the brethren at Big Springs, and became impressed with the simplicity and scriptural authority of our plea. Personal Recollections of Pardee Butler There was something absolutely terrifying in the conjuncture of a loaded revolver and a secret hoard of bank-notes. The Price of Love We can not too often recur to them, especially at a conjuncture like the present. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 6, part 2: Andrew Johnson The incompetence of Estrada for conducting the government in the present conjuncture, particularly appeared from the following circumstance. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels — Volume 04 Arranged in Systematic Order: Forming a Complete History of the Origin and Progress of Navigation, Discovery, and Commerce, by Sea and Land, from the Earliest Ages to the Present Time It is immaterial whether one concludes that a Society of Nations is therefore impossible in the present conjuncture or that all those survivals of the old state system are obsolescent and should be abolished. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference Is it for nothing, think'st thou, that this young man—the son of my dear departed friend—has been brought hither at this particular conjuncture? The Star-Chamber, Volume 1 An Historical Romance I did not look merely," writes Louis XIV., "to profit by the present conjuncture, but also to put myself in a position to turn to my advantage those which might probably arrive. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 5 In this conjuncture he writes to his attached friend and faithful secretary Mr. Lear. Washington in Domestic Life Walker, indeed, entertained sentiments more valuable to the South in this conjuncture. Abraham Lincoln, a History — Volume 02 At a conjuncture in the world's affairs which postulated internationalism of the loftiest kind, the delegates increased and multiplied nations and states which they deprived of sovereignty and yoked to the first-class races. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference No conjuncture could be more favorable for his designs. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 03 Masterpieces of German Literature Translated into English. in Twenty Volumes Assured of his righteousness as a priest and his fine tact as a man, the king appealed to Bossuet in the delicate conjunctures of his life. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 5 Were Demosthenes's Philippics spoken in a British assembly, in a similar conjuncture of affairs, they would convince and persuade at this day. The Grammar of English Grammars Sir Walter himself could never in reason have dared to aspire to such a fortunate conjuncture of talent, grace, and historic accuracy. The House of Cobwebs and Other Stories But they were not, perhaps could not, be fulfilled at that conjuncture. The Inside Story of the Peace Conference This was a wonderful conjuncture of time, desire and amount, and could never have happened by any chance operation of Nature or the natural heart and will. The Wonders of Prayer A Record of Well Authenticated and Wonderful Answers to Prayer Early in the present century a favorable conjuncture of events led to vigorous efforts for the attainment of the long desired object. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 08, No. 50, December, 1861 And when the death of his father, in 1769, left him free to select his own pathway through the world, a new conjuncture of affairs again caused him to smother his cherished aspirations. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 06, No. 38, December, 1860 It was no wonder that Mr. Croaker was able to east a gloom upon the gayest circle, and the happiest conjuncture of circumstances, by wishing that all might be as well that day six months. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 07, No. 43, May, 1861 Creator He needed all her assistance and all her loyalty in these new conjunctures his fatalism had already accepted. The Secret Agent a Simple Tale In its positive discipline, by prescription and by selective elimination, the leisure-class scheme favors the all-pervading and all-dominating primacy of the canons of waste and invidious comparison at every conjuncture of life. Theory of the Leisure Class There are thousands of conjunctures in which a wealth-bound man must be a slave, whilst a man for whom poverty has no terrors becomes a freeman. Varieties of Religious Experience, a Study in Human Nature As for him and me, we had enjoyed a very pleasant conversation; he, in particular, had found much pleasure in my society; I was a stranger; this was exactly one of those rare conjunctures…. Across the Plains Though social law had negatived forever their opening paradise of the previous June, it was not without stoical pride that he accepted the present trying conjuncture. The Woodlanders The longing for Knight's respect, which was leading up to an incipient yearning for his love, made the present conjuncture a sufficient one. A Pair of Blue Eyes At every thought of this a pang had gone through him; but the conjuncture could not be helped. Jude the Obscure The leaders of the Right said at grave conjunctures, "We must write to Bacot." Les Misérables But in the act of coronation itself, there was a marked deviation from the universal custom, characteristic of the man, the age, and the conjuncture. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 10, No. 263, Supplementary Number (1827) "Oh yes," he said, in unprepared, extemporized tones, for her unexpected presence caught him without the slightest plan of behavior in the conjuncture. The Woodlanders No satisfactory conjuncture offered itself on this first evening of his return for presenting Elfride with what he had been at such pains to procure. A Pair of Blue Eyes A. An unprincipled fellow who, by the influence of hereditary or acquired wealth, by superior abilities or by a lucky conjuncture of circumstances, obtains a principal place in the administration of the affairs of government. The Letters of Robert Burns The secondary officials cannot be trusted even in the least critical conjunctures; but they are noble! Vivian Grey During this conjuncture the Duchess of Gordon acted as mediator between the two conflicting parties, alternately advising, consoling, and even reproving the prince, who threw himself on her kindness. Beaux and Belles of England Mrs. Mary Robinson, Written by Herself, With the lives of the Duchesses of Gordon and Devonshire The executive council, composed of the ministers, was summoned by the committee of general defence, to deliberate on the best measures to be adopted in this perilous conjuncture. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 Paine, who knew that the Assembly had neither money nor credit, felt that the voluntary aid of individuals could alone be relied upon in this conjuncture. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 25, November, 1859 Some failed in this conjuncture; but the greater number remained intrepid in their principles. Paris as It Was and as It Is But I shall observe this, that although the Nicene Fathers in that case, at that time, and in that conjuncture of circumstances, did well, &c. The Literary Remains of Samuel Taylor Coleridge It was a fortunate accident at that conjuncture that a servant should announce the arrival of Mr. Flood, the Tory J.P., who, hearing of Donogan's escape, had driven over to confer with his brother magistrate. Lord Kilgobbin It took every measure which so difficult a conjuncture required. History of the French Revolution from 1789 to 1814 The situation was every instant growing more and more embarrassing; nothing but downright effrontery could get through with it now; and never did a man's heart more fail him than did mine at this conjuncture. Charles O'Malley, The Irish Dragoon, Volume 2 For some time Columbus remained in this anxious and perplexed state of mind, uncertain what line of conduct to pursue in so singular and unlooked-for a conjuncture. The Life and Voyages of Christopher Columbus (Volume II) Napoleon's success, at this conjuncture, at Ratisbon, enabled him to despatch a division of his army into the Tyrol to quell the insurrection that had broken out to his rear. Germany from the Earliest Period Volume 4 No nation, it is true, was ever blessed with a more golden opportunity of establishing and securing its liberties for ever than the conjuncture of Eighty-eight presented to the people of Great Britain. The Complete Poems of Sir Thomas Moore Collected by Himself with Explanatory Notes Nothing can illustrate these observations more forcibly than a recollection of the happy conjuncture of times and circumstances under which our republic assumed its rank among the nations. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched Then, unless a man has acquired an almost mechanical habit of obeying reason in the conduct of his will and passions, he will in such a conjuncture act inconsiderately and do wrong. Moral Philosophy In the latter case I can only say that he has been fortunate in never coming across conjunctures in which "man of science" came in awkwardly and inelegantly. America To-day, Observations and Reflections Speckbacher, to the delight of the three confederates, unexpectedly made his appearance at this conjuncture. Germany from the Earliest Period Volume 4 When she had taken all measures necessary in so great a conjuncture, in one and the same moment was published the departure of Augustus, and the accession of Tiberius. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola But the excitement of the moment presently gave way to the host of political considerations, which, at that conjuncture, rendered an open breach with Burgundy so peculiarly perilous. Quentin Durward It was a conjuncture in his life that required decision. Coningsby His later works are, without exception, merely treatises or reasons of state in certain difficult conjunctures, dressed out in a pompous dialogical form. Lectures on Dramatic Art and Literature Nothing could exceed the miserable conduct of the diet at that conjuncture. Germany from the Earliest Period Volume 4 But to the people, at such a sad conjuncture, it brought fresh anguish; as they feared that the family of Drusus thus increased, would press heavy upon that of Germanicus. The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola The case was now altered; and she was suddenly in a conjuncture of all others the most delicate, that of accidentally discovering a rival in a favourite friend. Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 2 It is the lot of most men to endure what you are now suffering, and they can look back to such conjunctures through the vista of years with calmness.' Coningsby "I conceived that it was unnecessary to ask leave at such a conjuncture, and when the head of the institution was himself in the saddle," replied Edward. Fanshawe The great Russian army under Kutusow appeared at this conjuncture in Moravia. Germany from the Earliest Period Volume 4 What was the course of Her Majesty's Government at this critical conjuncture? Selected Speeches on British Foreign Policy 1738-1914 It fulfils one of the great ends of craftsmanship, in foreshadowing without forestalling an intensely interesting conjuncture of affairs. Play-Making A Manual of Craftsmanship They made no single preparation for the inevitable, almost impending, conjunctures of the East. Coningsby Various explanations have been offered to account for his moderation at this conjuncture, and for his leaving Italy precisely when his enemies were again gathering for an attack. The Gracchi Marius and Sulla Epochs of Ancient History The patriots, at this conjuncture, also rose in open insurrection in Berne, threw everything into confusion, deposed the old council, formed a provisional government, and checked all the preparations for defence. Germany from the Earliest Period Volume 4 That it brings up a conjuncture of deep and momentous interest is neither to be concealed nor denied. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 2, part 3: Andrew Jackson, 1st term This happy conjuncture of events is manifestly artificial: a trick of the dramatist's trade: a point at which his art does not conceal his art. Play-Making A Manual of Craftsmanship That night, off the pitch of the Cape, Captain Claret was hurried forth from his disguises, and, at a manhood-testing conjuncture, appeared in his true colours. White Jacket or, the World on a Man-of-War Commerce, as I understand it, does indeed apply its finger to the pulsations of present conjunctures, but not the less fixes its eye steadily on the future. Select Speeches of Kossuth Albert brought with him to Brussels a small reinforcement for the army, with a large supply of money, more wanting at this conjuncture than men. Holland The History of the Netherlands This measure, therefore, is not practicable in the present conjuncture; that electorate cannot hazard its own security in these precarious circumstances, by lending out so great a body of its troops. The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 11. Parlimentary Debates II. In some cases it must do so; when, as in The Idyll above cited, the spectator has been carefully induced to expect some imminent conjuncture which cannot be postponed. Play-Making A Manual of Craftsmanship Our own inexperience of the method which is so warmly recommended, is not the strongest objection to it, though even this ought, in my opinion, to restrain us from trying it at this hazardous conjuncture. The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 10 Parlimentary Debates I Disproportionate outline, sharp conjunctures of affluence and squalor, accented the disheartening hideousness of the scene. The Iron Game A Tale of the War The magistrates in this conjuncture renewed their application to the stadtholderess, and entreated her to send the Prince of Orange, as the only person capable of saving the city from destruction. Holland The History of the Netherlands Would gentlemen advise the hire of Prussian troops to serve us in this conjuncture? The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 11. Parlimentary Debates II. But Lincoln seemed especially chosen to the keenest suffering in such a conjuncture. Abraham Lincoln: a History — Volume 01 At that conjuncture, there is no doubt that China possessed advantages in the Corean peninsula that were lacking to the Japanese. China By the same token it is the foolhardy and preposterous thing that is most readily done in determinate conjunctures. The Iron Game A Tale of the War Political conjunctures in India seem to be everlastingly playing the French game casse-tete, changing the pattern, diminishing one part and adding to another. From the Caves and Jungles of Hindostan But I was able to pick up here and there, in his admirable treatise, some maxims applicable to present conjunctures. The Queen Pedauque "Father!" said Alice, utterly astonished, and terrified besides, by his sudden appearance at such a conjuncture,—"Father, I am not to blame." Peveril of the Peak At this conjuncture serious news arrived from the south. China At these words the prince was almost ready to expire with grief, affliction, and fear; he recovered, however, and demanded of the jeweller what resolution he would advise him to take in this unhappy conjuncture. The Arabian Nights Entertainments - Volume 01 It was no wonder that Mr. Croaker was able to cast a gloom upon the gayest circle, and the happiest conjuncture of circumstances, by wishing that all might be as well that day six months. The Recreations of a Country Parson It was especially so, as has been said, at the present conjuncture. A Siren In meeting you at the present interesting conjuncture it would have been highly satisfactory if I could have communicated a favorable result to the mission charged with negotiations for restoring peace. State of the Union Address At this conjuncture the viceroy allowed the Governor of Fuhkien to remove the rails and plant to Formosa. China In this condition, and after the thieves had left them, the prince said to the jeweller, What is to be done, my friend, in this conjuncture? The Arabian Nights Entertainments - Volume 01 Fear, folly, fifty Motives, Will coin new reports every hour at such a conjuncture. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 4 The typology of scavenger economies reveals their sources of sustenance: Conjunctural - These economies feed off historical or economic conjunctures or crises. After the Rain : how the West lost the East Briefly I saw that my star was not then in the ascendant, and resolved to reserve myself for a more propitious conjuncture by returning to Egypt. Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 2 I had forgot to tell you, that Lord Lonsdale had summoned the peers to-day to address the King not to send the troops abroad in the present conjuncture. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 It was at this conjuncture that Meadows spoke out. It Is Never Too Late to Mend "Truth is not to be sought in the good fortune of any particular conjuncture of time"; its attainment depends on experience, and how limited was theirs. The Idea of Progress An inguiry into its origin and growth But this prodigious conjuncture does not scatter their wits; they still contrive to reconcile the two principles that they appear to regard in the light of divine commands. The Life of the Bee Everywhere women may be “capricious, coy, and hard to please” in common conjunctures: in the hour of need they will display devoted heroism. Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 2 Were events unceasingly mindful of their own course, there would be no coincidences, no conjunctures and no circular series; everything would evolve and progress continuously. Laughter : an Essay on the Meaning of the Comic The nation was wanted to do something—to assist the sovereign in some war, to pay some old debt, to contribute its force and aid in the critical conjuncture of the time. The English Constitution The fear lay much upon him that danger threatened Gamba and his associates; yet to seek them out in the present conjuncture might be to play the stalking-horse to their enemies. The Valley of Decision At this conjuncture he thought he saw a road to success in the relief of Kars, which had been persistently besieged by the Russians. The Life of Sir Richard Burton By way of preparation for this conjuncture, she let fall, in private chat with Harvey, a word or two which pointed humorously at her suspicions concerning Thistlewood and Mary Abbott. The Whirlpool In the present conjuncture a crafty woman would have bristled with all the arts of self-defense, but stayed at home and kept close to Zoe. A Woman-Hater Thus Ethelberta laughed off the awkward conjuncture, inwardly deploring the unconscionable maternal meddling which had led to this, though not resentfully, for she had too much staunchness of heart to decry a parent’s misdirected zeal. The Hand of Ethelberta For a moment or two she could find no words to express her deep anger and deep disgust; indeed, at this conjuncture, words did not come to her very freely. Barchester Towers Selfishness in a conjuncture of this sort was excusable, and even obligatory. Two on a Tower To be sure she could not have foreseen such a conjuncture; but that did not lessen her grief. A Group of Noble Dames Then Miss Prettyman paused awhile, thinking what words of wisdom would be most appropriate in the present conjuncture. The Last Chronicle of Barset Do, sweet one,' Cytherea was embarrassed, and her embarrassment arose from the following conjuncture of affairs. Desperate Remedies Mrs. Loveday thought how ridiculous a thing social ambition was in such a conjuncture as this, and vowed that she would leave Anne to love where she would. The Trumpet-Major But I think it, at this conjuncture, my duty to declare that I will give no pledges. Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay Volume 1 My person you see; my fortune is very considerable; but I am at present under much perplexity how to act in a great conjuncture. Isaac Bickerstaff, physician and astrologer Her lips were opened, and the white row of interior ivory might be seen plainly; but at the present conjuncture of affairs she spoke not a word. The Last Chronicle of Barset From these premises, she proceeded to argue like an elderly divine on the designs of Providence which were apparent in such conjunctures, and went into a variety of details connected with Miss Aldclyffe's history. Desperate Remedies His Majesty had indeed formerly prohibited similar attempts; but had prohibited them, not as in themselves criminal, but merely as inexpedient at this or that conjuncture of affairs. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 At length the conjuncture arrived when decisive action could no longer be postponed. Life and Letters of Lord Macaulay Volume 1 But, just at this conjuncture, William came up with the left wing. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 She thought that at the present conjuncture her husband was less in the wrong than her son, but she could not tell him so lest she should strengthen him in his wrath. The Last Chronicle of Barset The captain had repeated this phrase so many times, in many similar conjunctures, that he delivered it all in one breath, without committing a single mistake. Notre-Dame De Paris Luxemburg was the very man for such a conjuncture. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 I thought it possible you might not be able to follow the dictate of your own heart; but this is a fortunate conjuncture, in the absence of your guardian.' The Heir of Redclyffe Yet they should have considered the gravity of the conjuncture and the importance of their own mission. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 In this conjuncture the pope went to Naples, where he put nine cardinals into prison for having taken the part of France and the anti-pope. History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy At this conjuncture of affairs, who but is reminded of the youth and the education of Gargantua? Oxford But he still, in difficult conjunctures, frequently applied to Elizabeth Villiers for advice and assistance. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 That at this conjuncture these two great spiritual powers, once, as it seemed, inseparably allied, should have been opposed to each other, is a most important and remarkable circumstance. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 His conscientious and fervent attachment to the Church of which he was the head had induced him, at one of the most critical conjunctures in her history, to ally herself with her mortal enemies. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 This seemed to Donato a conjuncture of circumstances too favorable to be lost, and he requested they would propose a law to the councils, which would include the restoration of the citizens. History of Florence and of the Affairs of Italy For a moment or two she could find no words to express her deep anger and deep disgust; and, indeed, at this conjuncture, words did not come to her very freely. Barchester Towers The only petitions therefore which were at this conjuncture presented to the two Houses against the censorship came from booksellers, bookbinders and printers. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 They might indeed have been excused if passion had, at this conjuncture, made them deaf to the voice of prudence and justice: for they had suffered much. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 The Robertsons, a Gaelic race, though bearing a Saxon name, gave in at this conjuncture their adhesion to the cause of the exiled king. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 Not that the debate was new, for he must already have foreseen this possible, nay, certain, conjuncture. John Halifax, Gentleman At such a conjuncture, it was natural that literary and oratorical talents should rise in value. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 2 Just at this conjuncture, while every Indiaman that arrived in the Thames was bringing unwelcome news from the East, all the politics of Sir Josiah were utterly confounded by the Revolution. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 To keep that minority steady was an object to which, if the Court of Versailles had been wise, every other object would at that conjuncture have been postponed. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 In several letters written at that conjuncture by able and experienced politicians a similar opinion is expressed. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 His conduct at some of the most important conjunctures of his life was evidently determined by pride and resentment. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 His own public life was unfortunate, and was made unfortunate by his strange want of judgment and self-command at several important conjunctures. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 2 It seems strange that even James should have chosen, at such a conjuncture, to proclaim to the world that the men whom his people most abhorred were the men whom he most delighted to honour. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 There is reason to believe that, at this conjuncture, William first received assurances of support from a very different quarter. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 Their advice might, at this conjuncture, be of the greatest service to the Church. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 At this conjuncture, Pitt and those persons who were most nearly connected with him acted in a manner very little to their honour. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 This was one of those conjunctures which show what men are. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 2 Nor was he wanting to himself at this conjuncture. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 4 Perhaps no man could, at that conjuncture, have rendered more valuable services to the Court. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 It is not every conjuncture which calls with equal force upon the activity of honest men; but critical exigences now and then arise, and I am mistaken if this be not one of them. Thoughts on the Present Discontents, and Speeches, etc. As soon as a favourable conjuncture arrived he joined the minority, and became the greatest leader of Opposition that the House of Commons had ever seen. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 The Chamber of Commerce at Cadiz, in the true spirit of monopoly, refused, even at this conjuncture, to bate one jot of its privilege. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 2 It was the most exciting, the most alarming political conjuncture of my time. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 Every placeman, from the highest to the lowest, must be made to understand that, if he wished to retain his office, he must, at this conjuncture, support the throne by his vote and interest. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 He had recently governed Ireland, at a momentous conjuncture, with eminent firmness, wisdom, and humanity; and he had since become Secretary of State. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 3 But Charles acted at this conjuncture as he acted at every important conjuncture throughout his life. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 At this conjuncture came news, that Frederic, having cleared Silesia of his enemies, was returning by forced marches into Saxony. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 2 It seemed to me that a great era had arrived, and that, at such a conjuncture, you were entitled to know the opinions and intentions of one who has the honour of being your representative. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 At this conjuncture it was of the highest moment that there should be entire union between William and Mary. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 To what are we to attribute the unparalleled moderation and humanity which the English people had displayed at this great conjuncture? Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 Those are terrible conjunctures, when the discontents of a nation, not light and capricious discontents, but discontents which have been steadily increasing during a long series of years, have attained their full maturity. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 At no special conjuncture of his life, at no period which could be marked with the finger of the observer, did he glaringly abstain from any statement which at the moment might be natural. The Prime Minister Since the year 1830 we have had five general elections; two occasioned by the deaths of two Sovereigns, and three by political conjunctures. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 It was lamentable to think that religious prejudices should, at such a conjuncture, deprive the government of such valuable assistance. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 Among the crowd of legislators which at this conjuncture poured from all the provinces of France into Paris, Barere made no contemptible figure. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 2 The discerning few predict the approach of these conjunctures, but predict in vain. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 At this conjuncture, I did what the dignity of science demanded of me—I remained silent. The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard There is danger that, at this conjuncture, men of more zeal than wisdom may obtain a fatal influence over the public mind. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 It was well known that at that embassy all the arts of corruption were well understood; and there could be little doubt that, at such a conjuncture, neither intrigues nor pistoles would be spared. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 But there happens to be in England a Mr. Pitt, with royal eyes more and more indignantly set on this Business; and in the womb of Time there lie combinations and conjunctures. History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 16 At such a conjuncture it was that Temple landed on English ground in the beginning of 1679. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 If all alliances, resources, and negotiations fail, and all conjunctures go against me, I prefer to perish with honor, rather than lead an inglorious life deprived of all dignity. History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 15 Let us remember the solemn promise which we gave to the nation last October at a perilous conjuncture. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 It was his ambition to be, at this conjuncture, the peacemaker between the throne and the nation. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 That was a notable conjuncture of a man with circumstances. History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 10 But just at this conjuncture, Major Lawrence arrived from England, and assumed the chief command. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 A frequent communication at this critical conjuncture is necessary. The Writings of Samuel Adams - Volume 3 At this conjuncture, a conjuncture of unrivalled interest in the history of letters, a man, never to be mentioned without reverence by every lover of letters, held the highest place in Europe. Miscellaneous Writings and Speeches — Volume 4 The majority felt that it was not wise at that conjuncture to quarrel with the clergy; and the subject was suffered to drop. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 Arouet withdrew, of course in a most blazing condition, to consider what he could, on his own strength, do in this conjuncture. History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 10 And, though there might be room for casuistry, such, I conceive, is the most equitable rule in all similar conjunctures. The Blithedale Romance I slept, therefore, but ill that night; and in conjunctures apparently more serious have felt less trepidation. From the Memoirs of a Minister of France Even in the gravest conjunctures, his energy had never abandoned him. Michael Strogoff Or, The Courier of the Czar Never, within the memory of man, had there been so near an approach to entire concord among all intelligent Englishmen as at this conjuncture: and never had concord been more needed. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 It is certain that simplicity and meekness like his were not the qualities which the conjuncture required. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 My lady will be enraged beyond bounds, and sacrifice niece, and fortune and all at that conjuncture. The Way of the World Could he be certain that some conjuncture would not occur which would bring the mysterious personage on the scene? who could tell what the future might have in reserve? The Mysterious Island Fortunately for him he was, just at this conjuncture, taken ill of the smallpox and given over. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 It was probably from a nervous fear of doing wrong that, at this great conjuncture, he did nothing: but he should have known that, situated as he was, to do nothing was to do wrong. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 2 But, just at this conjuncture, France, for the first time since the death of Charlemagne, was governed by a prince of great firmness and ability. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 In consequence of the resignations which took place at this conjuncture, the way to greatness was left clear to a new set of aspirants. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 Since the days of the Plantagenets the Houses had constantly sat at Westminster, except when the plague was raging in the capital: but so extraordinary a conjuncture seemed to require extraordinary precautions. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 At this conjuncture fire was set in two places at once to the vast mass of combustible matter; and in a moment the whole was in a blaze. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 At every important conjuncture, invectives against the Whigs and exhortations to obey the Lord's anointed resounded at once from many thousands of pulpits; and the effect was formidable indeed. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 In general the Puritan spirit seemed to be more effectually cowed at this conjuncture than at any moment before or since. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 To impose fresh taxes on England in defiance of law, would, at this conjuncture, have been madness. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 At length it was employed, after a long interval, in an enlightened age, and at an important conjuncture, to an extent never before known, and for a purpose generally abhorred. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 1 |
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