2126 results for 'Sumption, Jonathan'

Chaucer's Polyphony: The Modern in Medieval PoetryThis book explores the significance of Geoffrey Chaucer's work within the broader context of medieval literature and intellectual movements...

The New Empire of Malplaquet by Andrew Dalton is the final part of a charming trilogy set in the mysterious landscape gardens at Stowe. This story follows the adventures of Jamie Thompson and his...

A Pig, a Fox, and Stinky Socks by Jonathan Fenske is a humorous tale about two friends who get into all sorts of mischief. In this Level 2 reader, a prank goes awry when the shoe - or sock! - is on...

The Beatific Vision: A Central Doctrine for the Church Today The doctrine of the beatific vision has been largely forgotten within the church, yet it remains a vital aspect of Christian theology...

The Complete Book of Chess is a comprehensive guide to the game, covering its history, techniques, and tactics. Written with the help of Grand Master Jonathan Rowson, this book provides step-by-step...

Disappearing Palestine: Israel's Experiments in Human Despair by Jonathan Cook This book examines how Israel has developed and refined policies to disperse, imprison and impoverish the Palestinian...

Jonathan Raban's Soft City explores urban life in all its complexity. First published in the 1970s, this thought-provoking work remains as relevant today as it was then. In the city, we can find both...

The Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing: A Theological Commentary by Jonathan T. Pennington explores one of the most influential portions of the Christian Scriptures. This volume offers a...

The Art of Selling the Family Business offers practical guidance for those looking to sell their family business. Jonathan Pellegrin shares his expertise on navigating the complex process, covering...

A game of chess sets in motion a chain of events that will shape the future of Chicago for generations to come. In 1800, the outcome of this pivotal match hangs precariously in the balance, with...

London's Mystical Legacy explores the hidden forces behind London's traditions and institutions. From the symbolism of Parliament to the City Livery Companies, this account reveals how these elements...

A masterful approach to modern Chinese history, this book explores the country's revolution through the perspectives of its most articulate participants. By combining literary materials with...

The Explorer and Other Stories showcases the quietly strange and unsettling short fiction of Finnish writer Jyrki Vainonen. Translated with clarity by J. Robert Tupasela, Anna Volmari, and Hilde...

Ministry by Teenagers Developing Leaders from Within explores an innovative approach to youth ministry. By empowering teenagers to serve and use their gifts in ministry before high school graduation,...

Caliph Washington's life was marked by injustice and tragedy. In 1957, he was wrongly convicted of killing a white policeman in Alabama and sentenced to death. Through meticulous research and vivid...

East Anglia is a comprehensive guide to the geology of this region in eastern England. The book provides an in-depth examination of the area's geological history, structure, and landforms, drawing on...

Cold Crematorium: A haunting eyewitness account of the Holocaust, now translated into English for the first time. József Debreczeni, a journalist and poet, survived the unimaginable after being sent...

A Brief History of the Samurai by Jonathan Clements provides a comprehensive overview of the art and culture of the samurai warrior. Emerging as a warrior caste in Medieval Japan, the samurai would...

Novel Writing: A Writers' and Artists' Companion offers practical advice for aspiring novelists. This comprehensive guide covers the forms and history of the novel, helping you plan and research your...

Jonathan Edwards' 1734 sermon explores the nature of spiritual knowledge and the distinction between intellectual understanding and supernatural experience. In this work, he examines how the Holy...

Living Well with OCD offers practical strategies and support for individuals struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Jonathan S. Abramowitz shares his expertise to help people overcome their...

Teaching in Further Education: An Outline of Principles and Practice by L. B. Curzon and Jonathan Tummons is a comprehensive guide for those training to work in the Further Education sector. This...

They Drive by Night by James Curtis is a gripping mystery that explores themes of justice and equality in 1930s Britain. With its unique blend of crime fiction and social commentary, this novel takes...

William Shakespeare's poetry has had a lasting impact on culture and art. His sonnets, narrative poems, and other works have become an integral part of our cultural heritage. This Very Short...

Rethinking ADHD: From Brain to Culture by Sami Timimi and Jonathan Leo explores the complex relationship between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and society. The authors examine how...

Preaching Matters: Encountering the Living God The power of preaching is undeniable. It's a means by which we encounter Christ and experience transformation in our lives. Jonathan Lamb shares his own...

Building Our House by Jonathan Bean is a heartwarming picture book about building a new home. Inspired by the author's own childhood experience, this story follows a girl and her family as they pack...

This graphic novel brings to life William Ayers' memoir To Teach: The Journey of a Teacher. Illuminated by the evocative and wry drawings of Ryan Alexander-Tanner, it offers a unique blend of comics...

The Centre for Fortean Zoology's expedition report from 2007 takes readers on a journey to the depths of South America in search of unknown animals. Led by a team of five, they embarked on a quest to...

Blessed Beyond Limits by Jonathan Yaw Martey is a thought-provoking exploration of the blessings of God. Drawing on biblical principles, this book offers hope and comfort in times of turmoil and...

Jonathan Bate's biography of William Shakespeare offers an unparalleled insight into the life and mind of one of history's greatest writers. By weaving together the complex web of Elizabethan...

Ruined Sinners to Reclaim Sin and Depravity in Historical, Biblical, Theological, and Pastoral PerspectiveThis book persuasively reaffirms the doctrine of total depravity from biblical, historical,...

Jonathan Raban's Hunting Mr Heartbreak A Discovery of America is a thought-provoking exploration of how successive generations of newcomers have fared in America. The author embarks on a journey from...

Jonathan Darling's Systems of Suffering Dispersal and the Denial of Asylum is a thought-provoking analysis of the biopolitics of care in contemporary Britain. Detention and deportation are well-known...

God and Government by Nick Spencer and Jonathan Chaplin offers valuable insights for Christians involved in politics. This book provides serious resources to help them understand the role of...

The Naked Rabbi: His Colourful Life, Campaigns and Controversies by Jonathan Romain explores what it means to be a minister of religion. This thought-provoking biography offers an intimate look at...

Doohickey and the Robot by Jonathan Emmett is a story about a young boy who gets a job as the professor's assistant. When given a list of tasks to complete, he decides to use the professor's latest...

Jonathan Edwards's Charity and Its Fruits explores how love is lived out in everyday life. This updated edition provides a detailed introduction, explanatory notes, definitions of complex terms, and...

Walter Burkert, René Girard, and Jonathan Smith explore the nature and origin of ritual sacrifice in this thought-provoking collection of papers and conversations. The conference that spawned these...

The Sevenfold Sword Guardian by Jonathan Moeller is set against a backdrop of dark powers rising to seize the world. As Ridmark Arban nears the end of his quest for the Seven Swords, he must escape...

A Jug Full of Doug by Jonathan Taylor-Coe is a lighthearted story told in rhyme about endeavour and invention. After falling into a jug, Doug the mouse decides to invent a way to keep other mice...

Jonathan Sposato's guide to harnessing the power of diversity in the workplace offers practical solutions for businesses looking to gain a competitive advantage. By implementing an equal blend of men...

The Complete Peanuts 1957 to 1958 is a collection of comic strips that marks an exciting period in the Peanuts series. As the 1950s draw to a close, Linus's eloquence grows, while Charlie Brown's...

Titus Andronicus, one of Shakespeare's earliest and bloodiest tragedies, continues to provoke and challenge audiences with its bold confrontation of violence. First published in 1995, this revised...

The Art of War is a timeless guide to strategy and leadership, offering insights into the art of winning without fighting. Translated and edited by Jonathan Clements, this beautifully bound edition...

John Clare: A BiographyJonathan Bate brings to life the complex and fascinating story of John Clare, one of Britain's most celebrated Romantic poets. From his humble beginnings as an agricultural...

The Quest Begins is a storybook based on the upcoming high-fantasy heist film Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Co-written and co-directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, the...

Jonathan Black provides clear and concise guidance on Pentecostalism in this 40-question question-and-answer format. At over a century old, the movement has become a significant part of the global...

Groupie by Jenny Fabian and Johnny Byrne is a provocative novel that captured the essence of 1960s underground rock culture. First published in 1969, it caused a sensation with its unflinching...

Noodle and the No Bones Day is a heartwarming picture book about self-care and kindness. When Noodle, a lovable pug, refuses to go for his morning walk, his human learns that sometimes it's okay to...

The Harbinger II: The ReturnJonathan Cahn's latest book continues to unravel the mysteries revealed in his bestselling first installment, The Harbinger. Since its release, people have been seeking...

The End is Now A collection of apocalyptic fiction that explores life before, during, and after the end of the world. This anthology brings together nine stories from acclaimed authors, each one...

The Consumer's Guide to Hair Transplant Surgery: Everything You Wanted to Know About Hair TransplantationGet a clear understanding of hair transplant surgery and its benefits with this comprehensive...

Randall Or the Painted Grape by Jonathan Gibbs is a satirical alternative history that explores an intriguing "what if" scenario. In this novel, the emergence of the Young British Artists is...

The Antitrust Paradigm: Restoring a Competitive Economy Jonathan B. Baker's new book offers a timely critique of the current state of competition in the US economy, where large businesses have...

Unlikely Soldiers by Jonathan Vance A heart-wrenching story of two young Canadians who risked everything to fight for a greater cause. Ken Macalister and Frank Pickersgill, both highly educated and...

The Acrostic of Salvation is a fun and engaging way to learn about soteriology, the study of how God saves us. Using an alphabet to teach about God has a rich history in the Bible, as seen in psalms...

The Handbook on Evolution and Society brings together original chapters by prominent scholars who have been instrumental in the revival of evolutionary theorizing and research in the social sciences...

Historians Debate the Rise of the West explores how Europe rose to become the world's first industrial power. This volume presents the main interpretations of Europe's rise, featuring brief textual...

Froggy's Worst Playdate by Jonathan London is a humorous tale about a frog's playdate woes. Froggy is hesitant to spend time with his friend Frogilina, fearing she might try to kiss him. To avoid...

Your Story Has a Villain by Jonathan "JP" Pokluda explores the tactics of Satan and equips readers to overcome spiritual battles. The author reminds us that Jesus has already defeated Satan, so we...

The world we have is one we deserved, but it's the one that has been set in motion. In "There is no us", Volume 3 of East of West, humanity's best hope for survival lies in DEATH! As the Four...

Learn to work with veneer and inlay designs with this expert guide. Woodworker Jonathan Benson shares his knowledge on how to manufacture veneer, choose adhesives and substrates, and complete...

While the City Sleeps by Elizabeth Camden is a gripping tale of danger and deception set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City at night.In 1913, Katherine Schneider's life as a dentist is...

Pembrokeshire: A Comprehensive Guide to its Wildlife, Landscapes and HistoryThis fully illustrated book explores the incredible biodiversity present in Pembrokeshire, a region surrounded by sea on...

The School of the Seers: A Practical Guide on How to See in the Unseen Realm by Jonathan WeltonThis book offers a fresh and profound exploration of the mystical subject of seers and the spirit realm,...

The Night Market by Jonathan Moore is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker corners of human nature. A man's life is forever changed when he awakens in his bed with no memory of the events...

This engaging handbook offers a personal and insightful exploration of creativity in the visual arts. With nearly thirty years of investigation under his belt, Jonathan Sansom presents a clear and...

A Photographic History of Airborne Warfare, 1939-1945 by Simon Forty and Jonathan Forty is a comprehensive and highly illustrated history of airborne forces during World War II. The book tells the...

A gruesome and twisting psychological thriller from bestselling author Jonathan Kellerman. In MONSTER, a corpse is found in a car trunk, with the victim sawn in half. Eight months later, another body...

Snafu: An Anthology of Military Horror A collection of stories that delve into the darker side of war, featuring tales of ancient myths, time travellers, and horrors in the old west. This anthology...

Church Discipline: A Loving Approach to Disciplining Members of Your Church. The phrase church discipline may seem contradictory to the message of grace that is often associated with Christianity...

The erosion of democratic norms in the US has a fascinating and disturbing history. Jonathan Beecher Field explores how the town hall meeting, once a cornerstone of democratic community governance,...

War and Peas: Funny Comics for Dirty Lovers is a darkly comedic four-panel comic that combines twisted humour with a unique aesthetic. Created by Jonathan Kunz and Elizabeth Pich, this offbeat...

London, 1670. A lavish party at a newly built house ends in tragedy when one of the guests is found murdered upon leaving. The victim's own creation bears the bloody footprint, and Christopher...

Satire: A Critical Guide This collection of critical introductions explores various literary topics and genres, including satire. Satire aims to expose human hypocrisy, vice, and folly, making it a...

Understand the underlying technologies that make your code run. In "The Secret Life of Programs", Jonathan E. Steinhart explores the foundational concepts that underlie computer hardware and...

Language and the Brain: A Slim Guide to Neurolinguistics by Jonathan R. Brennan Discover how the human brain enables us to use language, with the latest neuroscientific research revealing new...

Wastelands: The New Apocalypse brings together a diverse range of post-apocalyptic short fiction from some of the genre's most acclaimed authors. Edited by John Joseph Adams, this collection explores...

After Life by Jonathan Gregory is a gripping mystery that unfolds in a small village where nothing seems as it appears. When Mike Ash's godmother requests his help with a series of strange...

Vauxhall Gardens was a significant element in the social lives of Londoners for nearly two centuries. Its history is now being studied with increasing respectability, thanks to patrons like Jonathan...

The Civil War was fundamentally a matter of Americans killing Americans. In "Fighting Means Killing", Jonathan Steplyk explores the attitudes and experiences of Union and Confederate soldiers towards...

PN Review 257 brings together a diverse range of voices and perspectives in its latest issue. The editorial explores the implications of the British Library's Printed Heritage Provenance Research...

Jonathan Edwards was a theologian whose life was spent wrestling with the words of holy writ. In "Edwards the Exegete", Douglas A. Sweeney explores Edwards' biblical exegesis and its significance for...

The Book of Q by Jonathan Rabb is a gripping thriller that delves into the heart of conspiracy and deceit. When an American scholar discovers a mysterious scroll in the Vatican, he uncovers a web of...

The Complete Yes Minister - The Diaries Of A Cabinet Minister By Right Hon. James Hacker MP A behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of the British government, as seen through the eyes of a...

Aristotle: A Very Short Introduction by Jonathan Barnes This concise introduction to Aristotle's philosophy explores his scientific researches, logical discoveries, and metaphysical theories. Barnes...

Froggy Gets Dressed by Jonathan London is a heartwarming story about getting ready for winter. When Froggy wakes up to see snow outside his window, he wants to play, but first needs to remember...

The Sons of Encouragement is a collection of five novellas by Francine Rivers that explores the stories of men who stood behind heroes of faith. These biblical historical fiction tales reveal the...

This modern edition of Shakespeare's bittersweet comedy presents a historical overview of its performance and production history. An expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate provides context for...

A modern and authoritative edition of Shakespeare's As You Like It, this book offers a fresh approach to understanding the play. With an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, it provides a...

Get organized and take charge of your music projects with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're producing a recording, going on tour, developing a studio, or launching a business, Jonathan Feist's...

Norm's world has gone mad. He gets blamed for global warming and his dad is obsessed with gas. His best friend has hormones and his brother needs deodorant. Life seems unfair, but Norm knows it's...

The Emperor's Feast: A History of China in Twelve Meals is an epic story of a nation and its people told through the lens of food and drink. Over 5,000 years of history, Jonathan Clements explores...

Jonathan Lethem's in-depth exploration of Talking Heads' 1979 album Fear of Music delves into its enduring impact. A pivotal moment in the band's history, this third album was produced by Brian Eno...

Jonathan Miller's One Thing and Another Selected Writings 1954-2016 brings together seven decades of his acerbic writing, covering topics from human behaviour to film analysis. A conversationalist...

A Day in India offers an insight into life in Jaipur through Gini's daily experiences. This non-fiction recount is written and beautifully photographed by Jonathan and Angela Scott, providing answers...

MP3: The Meaning of a Format explores the history of the world's most common format for recorded audio. This study reconsiders the role of digital technologies in twentieth-century communication...

Nelson's life is forever changed in the summer of 1962. As he sounds the reveille each morning at Camp Chippewa, his world begins to unravel. A betrayal by his father sets off a chain of events that...

The Dead of Mametz A Thomas Oscendale Novel by Jonathan Hicks is set in June 1916, during World War I. When a corporal from the Welsh Regiment dies under suspicious circumstances, military policeman...