Dieser Autor befasst sich mit der Geschichte und Kultur der Britischen Inseln, insbesondere mit Schottland, Irland, England und Wales. Sein Interesse erstreckt sich auch auf die Reformation in Europa, was auf ein tiefes Interesse an historischen und religiösen Prozessen hindeutet, die das moderne Europa geprägt haben. Diese Schwerpunkte deuten auf sorgfältige Recherche und die Einbettung literarischer Werke in einen breiteren historischen Kontext hin.
Gareth Dracule is an unusual creature human by day and vampire by night, he runs a factory called *Book & Ball*. Halloween celebrations; an excuse for a corporate party to satisfy his blood lust to rejuvenate his true self. Office romance too adding to the mix. After the party ends Gareth morphs into a bird to travel north to his true family home. A magical journey with family & friends to protect his world and ours from the darkness.An enchanting story of sorcerers combating the evil, treachery with a sense of humour and blood lust.
Designed for Alzheimer's patients and those with reading difficulties, this unique book features vibrant, full-color photos of majestic whales without any text. Its square shape and manageable size make it easy for seniors to hold and enjoy. This visual collection allows loved ones to immerse themselves in the beauty of whale watching, fostering uplifting group activities and reducing frustration associated with traditional text-heavy picture books. It's a perfect way to connect through shared imagery and stimulate joyful experiences.
The definitive biography of John Knox, a leader of the Protestant Reformation in sixteenth-century Scotland“Never before has there been such a thoroughly and sympathetically critical treatment of the 16th-century Scottish reformer’s thought and times. . . . A joy to read and a book to value.”—Sean Michael Lucas, Gospel CoalitionBased in large part on previously unavailable sources, including the recently discovered papers of John Knox’s close friend and colleague Christopher Goodman, this biography challenges the traditionally held stereotype of the founder of the Presbyterian denomination as a strident and misogynist religious reformer whose influence rarely extended beyond Scotland. Instead, Jane Dawson maintains that Knox relied heavily on the support of his “godly sisters” and conferred as well as argued with Mary, Queen of Scots. He was a proud member of the European community of Reformed Churches and deeply involved in the religious Reformations within England, Ireland, France, Switzerland, and the Holy Roman Empire.Casting a surprising new light on the public and private personas of a highly complex, difficult, and hugely compelling individual, Dawson’s fascinating study offers a vivid, fully rounded portrait of this renowned Scottish preacher and prophet who had a seismic impact on religion and society.
This book encompasses the long sixteenth century, starting with James IV's
accession and concluding with Mary, Queen of Scots' execution. At its heart is
Scottish political life viewed from local and regional perspectives as well as
the centre.
