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a complete abhorrence of the stage +1
religion
aversion
dégoût
horreur
Décrit le rejet vigoureux de la scène par Begg, qu’il juge immorale.
European Theatre Migrants in the Age of Empire
This collection examines the journeys and working lives of European theatre practitioners during the age of empire. Historical case studies explore migration, performance, cultural exchange and the political conditions shaping theatrical careers across national borders.
Both were born into families which adhered to Presbyterianism’s abhorrence of the theatre, although as a child Knight was taken to concerts and the circus (Kelly 2009, 73).
religion
aversion pour le théâtre
Une forte aversion pour le théâtre ; ici, l’expression décrit l’opposition religieuse de la famille à son égard.
European Theatre Migrants in the Age of Empire
This collection examines the journeys and working lives of European theatre practitioners during the age of empire. Historical case studies explore migration, performance, cultural exchange and the political conditions shaping theatrical careers across national borders.
In common with other ministers of the Free Church, the Reverend Begg demanded strict compliance with his rules and those of the church, one of which was a complete abhorrence of the stage as an immoral den of iniquity and the gate to Hell.
religion
aversion pour
Un fort sentiment de dégoût ou de désapprobation morale envers quelque chose.
European Theatre Migrants in the Age of Empire
This collection examines the journeys and working lives of European theatre practitioners during the age of empire. Historical case studies explore migration, performance, cultural exchange and the political conditions shaping theatrical careers across national borders.
The people of that land were his abhorrence
general
aversion
détestation
haine intense
Le peuple de France est décrit comme l’objet de sa haine intense.
Records of a Family of Engineers
"Records of a Family of Engineers" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the lineage of the Stevenson family, particularly focusing on their contributions as engineers and their experiences across generations in Scotland, intertwining personal anecdotes with broader historical narratives. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the Stevenson family tree, tracing their surname's evolution and historical context from the 13th century onward. It reveals a lineage that has faced both successes and tragedies, with a particular focus on the early lives of James Stevenson, his brother Hugh, and their heir, Robert Stevenson. The text sketches their aspirations, marriages, and struggles, ultimately painting a portrait of a family deeply rooted in the engineering profession, set against the backdrop of the rugged Scottish landscape and societal changes of their time. This initial section not only captures the essence of their individual experiences but sets the stage for further exploration of the family's lasting impact on engineering.
If anything, they shared a universal abhorrence of war.
military
horreur
aversion
Le mot exprime une attitude extrêmement négative envers la guerre.
The Misplaced Battleship
"The Misplaced Battleship" by Harry Harrison is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story revolves around interstellar intrigue and crime, specifically the implications of a powerful battleship being secretly built in a peaceful sector of the galaxy. It addresses themes of deception, adventure, and the moral complexities faced by characters navigating both lawful and unlawful pursuits in a futuristic setting.
If anything, they shared a universal abhorrence of war.
war
aversion à la guerre
Un fort sentiment de dégoût moral ou de haine envers la guerre.
The Misplaced Battleship
"The Misplaced Battleship" by Harry Harrison is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story revolves around interstellar intrigue and crime, specifically the implications of a powerful battleship being secretly built in a peaceful sector of the galaxy. It addresses themes of deception, adventure, and the moral complexities faced by characters navigating both lawful and unlawful pursuits in a futuristic setting.