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The ballad "Etiquette" from "The Bab Ballads" tells a humorous yet insightful story about the absurdities of social conventions and the powerful role of personal connections. The tale begins with the sinking of the BALLYSHANNON off the coast of Cariboo, leading to the unfortunate drowning of its crew, captains, and greedy owners. However, two passengers, Young PETER GRAY, a tea taster for BAKER, CROOP, AND CO., and SOMERS, an importer of indigo from Eastern shores, survive by clinging to a mast and…-
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In "Phrenology," a ballad from *The Bab Ballads*, we encounter a comedic scenario involving Sir Herbert White and a policeman, identified as James, Policeman Thirty-two, after an attempted crime. Sir Herbert, having been assaulted and nearly choked by a suspect, demands the immediate arrest of the perpetrator. However, the situation takes an unexpected turn upon the policeman's peculiar refusal to apprehend the alleged criminal. This refusal is not grounded in a lack of evidence or a procedural flaw but in…
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In the picturesque setting of Aquitaine, under the enchanting Wizard's Oak, Hongree, a Sub-Lieutenant of Chassoores, and Mahry Daubigny, affectionately known as the Village Rose, share a clandestine rendezvous. Unknown to them, their intimacy is witnessed by Lieutenant-Colonel Jooles Dubosc, Hongree's rival in love, who harbors intentions to wed Mahry and thrust her into a life of sophistication— a life for which her rustic simplicity is unsuited. Jooles Dubosc's brutish pursuits starkly contrast with…
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Chapter III of "Records of a Family of Engineers" details the challenging endeavors surrounding the construction of the Bell Rock Lighthouse, positioned in the treacherous waters where the Tay and the Forth rivers meet the North Sea. The Bell Rock, notorious for its hazardous navigation conditions, lay submerged under the sea at high tide, revealing its menacing form only during low water, making it a perilous obstacle for mariners. Early efforts to mark this danger with beacons were futile until Robert…
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In the ongoing and perilous efforts to construct a lighthouse on the Bell Rock, significant progress was made, despite the constant battles against the elements and the limitations of working hours dictated by the tides and weather conditions. The construction team, led with exemplary dedication, often extended their working hours to the extreme, squeezing out as much time as possible on the rock - a practice that necessitated utmost caution to avoid being stranded by sudden changes in weather. A…
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In the chapters of "Records of a Family of Engineers," the narrative continues detailing the intricate and arduous process of building the lighthouse on the Bell Rock. The work is marked by strenuous efforts to transport and lay stones despite the challenges posed by the tides and weather. Beginning with detailed accounts of landing materials, setting up cranes, and laying stone courses, the narrative underscores the laborious nature of construction at sea. The workers faced numerous obstacles, from…
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In this chapter, we delve into the professional life and underlying philosophy of Robert Stevenson, an esteemed engineer known for his practical approach towards engineering challenges. Stevenson is renowned not merely for his mechanical inventions, such as the Jib or Balance Crane at the Bell Rock, but more so for his ability to project works against nature and modulate the natural environment to meet human needs. Whether it involved constructing roads, buildings, harbors, or managing river channels,…
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The Stevenson surname, with its of variations like Stevinstoun, Stevensoun, and Stewinsoune, was widespread in Scotland from the 13th century. However, by 1700, the presence of land owned by Stevensons in Scotland was almost nonexistent, with a few exceptions. The narrative provides a broad sketch of the Stevenson family, revealing a history of modest progress and near extinction. Despite the bleak outlook of the family's future, records uncover numerous Stevensons involved in Scottish history, albeit in…
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In 1665, James Stevenson, likely a tenant farmer from Nether Carsewell, Renfrewshire, married Jean Keir. Their son, Robert Stevenson, was born in 1675 and later became a maltster in Glasgow. In 1710, Robert remarried Elizabeth Cumming, with whom he had a son named Robert in 1720, also a maltster. The narrative traces the lineage to Hugh Stevenson (born 1749) and Alan Stevenson (born 1752), focusing on their lives, early deaths, and ventures in the West Indies, which included a hunt for a deceitful agent…
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Chapter II of "Records of a Family of Engineers" chronicles the dedicated endeavors of Thomas Smith and Robert Stevenson in establishing and maintaining lighthouses along Scotland's perilous coasts, showcasing a profound contrast between their adventurous engineering pursuits and the domestic tranquility of their family lives. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the Scottish coastline, notorious for its shipwrecks, was predominantly unlit, save for an ancient beacon on the Isle of May. Undertaking…
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