1872 results for 'Parkman, Francis'

Discover the profound inspiration of Saint Francis of Assisi in his own writings. This collection of prayers, poems, proverbs, rules and letters offers a unique insight into his thoroughly biblical...

The Swamp Fox Francis Marion's Campaign in the Carolinas 1780 by David R. Higgins is a detailed account of the guerrilla war waged by American patriots under Francis Marion against British forces in...

Francis Sylvester Mahony's writings offer a unique perspective on Irish and European affairs in the 19th century. This critical reappraisal re-examines his contributions to literary history,...

The Keys and the Kingdom: The British and the Papacy from John Paul II to Francis by Catherine Pepinster explores the complex relationship between Britain and the Vatican in the modern era. Despite...

The Path to Paradise: A Francis Ford Coppola Story by Sam Wasson A captivating account of the legendary director's decades-long quest to reinvent American filmmaking. With hundreds of interviews...

The Great Facade: The Regime of Novelty in the Catholic Church from Vatican II to the Francis Revolution (Second Edition) This second edition of The Great Façade brings the original work up to date...

Catholic Discordance: Neoconservatism vs. the Field Hospital Church of Pope Francis by Massimo Borghesi explores the origins and implications of the Catholic neoconservative movement, which emerged...

Discover the extraordinary life of Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton, a man whose real-life accomplishments are the stuff of legend. This gripping biography, first published as a New York Times...

Find peace and meaning in the midst of the holiday season with this daily guide to Advent and Christmas wisdom from Saint Francis of Assisi.This book offers a moment of reflection, featuring daily...

Austen Ivereigh's Wounded Shepherd offers a deeply contextual portrait of Pope Francis, exploring the tensions within the Vatican as he attempts to reshape the Church. The pope's efforts to turn the...

The Italian Wars Volume 3 - Francis I and the Battle of Pavia 1525 by Massimo Predonzani and Vincenzo Alberici In February 1525, two powerful armies clashed under the walls of Pavia. The young King...

Pope Francis: A New Era for the Catholic Church This commemorative volume captures the pomp and circumstance of Pope Francis's coronation day in Rome, featuring all the best photography from the...

Sir Francis Drake's audacious journey around the world in 1580 was a pivotal moment in history. With Queen Elizabeth I's covert orders, he became the first captain to successfully circumnavigate the...

Fainting Francis: A Story About Getting Back Up Again. This children's book tells the story of a young boy who learns to overcome his fears and difficulties. With humor and humility, he faces...

Francis Benali: A Life of Endurance and Dedication Francis 'Franny' Benali's remarkable story is one of unwavering commitment to his craft, both on and off the football pitch. With nearly 400 games...

Mystics and Misfits: Meeting God Through St. Francis and Other Unlikely Saints by Christiana N Peterson explores the everyday struggles and unique hardships of community life through the lens of...

St. Francis Solano, a remarkable figure in the history of the New World, was known for his extraordinary abilities as a confessor and his unwavering dedication to his faith. In the midst of a city in...

Francis Parker Yockey's collected writings offer a unique perspective on politics and philosophy. This anthology brings together essays, correspondence, and previously unpublished archival...

Pope Francis and the Search for God in America: Understanding the Pope's Early Visits to the Americas. This collection of essays offers a comprehensive analysis of Pope Francis' early visits to the...

Detailed period photographs from the Francis Frith archive are collected in this volume, accompanied by extended captions and a full introduction. Suitable for those interested in local history,...

St. Francis of Assisi His Life, Teachings, and Practice offers a simple and universal introduction to the life and teachings of one of Christianity's most revered figures.Author Jon M. Sweeney...

A Call to Serve: The Inside Story of Pope FrancisThis biography offers first-hand information and moving reflections on the life and character of Jorge Bergoglio, now known as Pope Francis. Drawing...

The Mad Lover, a Tragi-Comedy; The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (3 of 10) is a significant work in literary history, preserved for future generations through its modern republication...

This collection of letters offers a unique insight into life in late Victorian Weardale. Written by Francis Vickers to his cousins who had emigrated to Canada, these letters provide a fascinating...

Francis Bacon's Major Works brings together an extensive collection of his writing, including his major prose and 16 other pieces not previously available. This authoritative edition provides a...

Sir Francis Drake's historic round-the-world expedition remains shrouded in mystery. In 1580, upon his return to England, many questions about his journey were left unanswered due to the impounding...

Letters & Memoirs of Sir Richard Francis Burton Volume 3 1887-1924 is a collection of correspondence and reminiscences by Sir Richard Francis Burton, one of the most fascinating figures in Victorian...

The Last Pope? Money, Masons and Occultism in the Decline of the Catholic Church by Leo Lyon Zagami explores the recent scandals within the Catholic Church and delves into prophecies about the end of...

Francis Marion, known as the "Swamp Fox", was a real-life hero of the American Revolution. His exploits, like those of Robin Hood, involved attacking from secret hideaways before melting back into...

Francis Barber's remarkable journey from slavery to literary prominence is revealed in this compelling biography. Born in Jamaica, Barber was brought to London by his owner in 1750 and became a...

Francis "Two Gun" Crowley's Killings in New York City & Long Island By Jerry Aylward In 1931, a notorious gangster named Francis Crowley embarked on a deadly rampage through the New York metropolitan...

Charles Francis Hall's quest to rescue Sir John Franklin's ill-fated expedition in the Arctic was driven by a sense of personal destiny and religious mission. Despite his amateur status, he embarked...

Francis Kilvert's Diary 1870-1879: A Selection from his Life and Ministry. Born in Hardenhuish, Wiltshire in 1840, Francis Kilvert was the second child of the rector of the parish. He spent his early...

Benedict's Peace to Francis's War: Catholics Respond to Traditionis CustodesAn anthology of 70 essays and articles from prominent prelates, theologians, philosophers, and cultural figures offers a...

Death Comes to Lynchester Close by David Dickinson is a gripping mystery that follows Lord Francis Powerscourt as he becomes embroiled in a complex web of greed, deception and death. When the Bishop...

The Visitors' Book In Francis Bacon's Shadow: The Lives of Richard Chopping and Denis Wirth-Miller by Jon Lys Turner is an extraordinary insight into the lives of two men who defied convention in...

Francis Bacon's most memorable aphorisms are gathered in this volume, offering a brilliant accompaniment to his works. Assembled by his long-time friend and chronicler, these sayings convey a...

The U-2 Incident: A New Perspective Francis Gary Powers Jr. and Keith Dunnavant present a fresh account of the life of Francis Gary Powers, the pilot whose capture in 1960 sparked an international...

A biography of St. Francis of Assisi that explores his decision to leave behind wealth and live a life of sacrifice.Discover the story of this remarkable individual who chose to give up material...

Francis Crozier was a major figure in the epic quests of nineteenth-century Polar exploration. His remarkable story encompasses six daring voyages to the world's most hostile regions and...

Francis Fukuyama's The End of History and the Last Man presents a thought-provoking analysis of the end of the Cold War and its implications for modern history. By applying the philosophical ideas of...

Blimey!: From Bohemia to Britpop : The London Artworld from Francis Bacon to Damien Hirst Discover the fascinating story of the London art world, spanning over six decades. This engaging book takes...

Sir Francis Drake: The Queen's Pirate tells the remarkable story of Drake's early years and his journey around the world on his famous ship, the Golden Hind. Born into a poor family, he worked his...

Cardinal Francis E. George was a man of unwavering commitment to his faith and his community. Born with a physical disability resulting from polio, he defied expectations to become a priest in 1963...

The Apostolic Constitution "Preach the Gospel" (Praedicate Evangelium) is a significant legislative act promulgated by Pope Francis since his election in 2013. This book presents the full text of the...

A Path of Mastery: Lessons on Wing Chun and LifeLearn from one of the world's top Wing Chun instructors and martial artists, Sifu Francis Fong. This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into...

Dr. Francis Tumblety was a man of many contradictions, whose flamboyant and provocative career was marked by controversy and scandal.A 19th-century doctor with a penchant for the unconventional,...

Steeplechase jockey Kit Fielding has just ridden another winner for his patron. However, when his sister Holly arrives with distressing news, he is forced to put aside their long-standing feud. A...

When life as a writer becomes a struggle, John Kendall is approached by notorious racehorse trainer Tremayne Vickers to write his biography. Kendall accepts the offer, hoping it will be a lucrative...

James Francis Gill Catalogue Raisonné of Original Prints is a comprehensive two-volume work documenting the artist's oeuvre from his early political motifs to his later Pop Art icons.Gill, one of the...

The Love Letters of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi is a historical fiction novel that explores the journey of two great saints who changed the world. This book is a love story that delves into...

The Divine Comedy is an allegorical tale regarding man's search for divinity. Written in Italian and translated into English verse by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, this masterpiece follows a journey...

The Way of St Francis: Via Di Francesco From Florence to Assisi and RomeThis 518km pilgrimage route through Italy's Tuscany and Umbria is suitable for reasonably fit walkers, taking around 1 month to...

Jockey Kit Fielding's life is complicated. His patron, Princess Casilia, needs his help with a crisis - her husband is being blackmailed by a ruthless business partner who wants to use their firm for...

Bert Checkov's confession to James Tyrone has sent shockwaves through Fleet Street. Five minutes later, Checkov is dead, and Tyrone is left with more questions than answers. As he digs deeper into...

When amateur photographer Philip Nore stumbles upon a dark secret at his friend's funeral, he unwittingly becomes embroiled in a thrilling mystery. George Millace, a photographer with a talent for...

Pope Francis Explained: Survey of Myths, Legends, and Catholic Defenses in Harmony with Tradition by Dave ArmstrongThis book offers a thoughtful exploration of the Pope's words and actions, seeking...

Sid Halley thought he'd left his past behind. Six years after retiring as a private investigator, he's built a new life with his wife and daughter. But when Sir Richard Stewart, the chairman of the...

Sid Halley has long since retired from investigating suspicious race results. Years ago, he swore off the job, but when Sir Richard Stewart, the racing authority chairman, demands his help with an...

The Secret of Life: Rosalind Franklin, James Watson, Francis Crick, and the Discovery of DNA's Double Helix A gripping story of genius, perseverance, and the darker side of science. In 1953, James...

Catholicism: A Global History from the French Revolution to Pope Francis explores the complex and often conflicting forces that have shaped the world's largest international institution over the past...

James Francis Gill's oeuvre is a testament to his unique approach to American Pop Art. This catalogue raisonné in two volumes documents his work, spanning from early political motifs to the iconic...

Set against the backdrop of sixteenth-century court life, this book tells the story of two rival courts: that of England and France during the reigns of Henry VIII and Francis I. Against the...

Daphne du Maurier's biography of Francis Bacon is a vivid and engaging portrait of a remarkable personality. By drawing on extracts from contemporary documents and Bacon's own writings, du Maurier...

Lady of the Seven Suns: A Novel of the Woman Saint Francis Called Brother by Tinney Sue Heath. In 1210 Rome, Giacoma's world is shattered by tragedy. Francesco intervenes to save her sanity and life,...

Charles Todd, a successful artist who paints horses, arrives at his cousin Donald's house to find a gruesome scene: police cars everywhere, his cousin arrested for murder and Donald's wife brutally...

When £5 million of the bank's money is invested in a champion racing stallion stud, Tim Ekaterin takes a significant risk. But when the resulting foals are found to have birth defects, his suspicions...

The Apostolic Letter on the 150th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. Pope Francis reflects on the significance of Saint Joseph, the husband of Mary and...

Francis Lovell, Richard III's trusted friend and advisor, played a pivotal role in the tumultuous years following the king's death at Bosworth. As King Chamberlain and Knight of the Garter, Lovell...

Summer 1579 was a perilous time for Francis Drake and his crew aboard the Golden Hind. Their ship was leaking, and they desperately needed to find a safe place to make repairs. After searching the...

Justice and Mercy Have Met explores the significant changes to marriage nullity procedures introduced by Pope Francis in 2015. Following the Third Extraordinary General Assembly of the Synod of...

George Francis Lyon's remarkable life and travels are brought to light in this unique biography. A rare combination of African and Arctic explorer, Lyon battled against untrustworthy allies, callous...

Four Princes: Henry VIII, Francis I, Charles V, Suleiman the Magnificent and the Obsessions That Forged Modern Europe by John Julius Norwich. In the early sixteenth century, four powerful rulers...

Molly's life at Woodchurch Manor seems set to settle into happy contentment, but her estranged half-sister Harriet has other plans. A long-held secret is revealed in front of the whole family,...

Jonah Dereham's quiet life as a bloodstock agent is shattered when he's attacked by thugs out to sabotage his business. Determined to find out who's behind the threats, Jonah sets out on a perilous...

A gripping saga of love, longing and manipulation set against the backdrop of 19th-century England. Thomas Marsh's life is turned upside down when he meets Isabel Cavendish, a beautiful and...

This comprehensive guide to vintage Barbie dolls presents over 1,200 full-color photographs showcasing the evolution of Barbie and her family from 1959 to 1972. With meticulous attention to detail,...

When his racing career ended in injury, Sid Halley turned to a new challenge: private detective work. Now, as he recovers from a bullet wound, he's drawn into a complex case involving Seabury...

When Malcolm Pembroke's fifth wife is murdered, he turns to his favourite son Ian for help. This sets off a thrilling race against time as they track down the killer.The investigation takes them to...

Sir Francis Walsingham was a man of contradictions - a pious Puritan who served as England's first spymaster. Behind the scenes, he worked tirelessly to foil plots and outwit enemies, earning the...

A mystery unfolds when a jockey inherits his brother's business and estate after a tragic death. Steeplechase jockey Derek Franklin finds himself in a precarious situation, with more than just his...

Francis Cardozo's remarkable life is a testament to the power of determination and perseverance. Born to a formerly enslaved African American mother and a white Jewish father in antebellum South...

This Franciscan breviary offers a daily meditation plan, drawing from the Early Documents series. It provides a structured approach to prayer and reflection throughout the year.Selected passages are...

A gripping thriller about a man's desperate quest for truth and justice. When a policeman informs him of his wife's murder, Bill Russell's world is turned upside down. As he becomes the prime...

Sid knows the perils of racing all too well, but in his day jockeys didn't usually cross the finish line with three .38 rounds in the chest. This is the grim discovery that leads to a quest for...

Francis Norman 'Norm' Crouch's passion for flying began at a young age, sparked by his first glimpse of an airplane. This fascination led him to become a trainee pilot in the RAAF, where he developed...

Dominique Bondy's artistic oeuvre spans multiple mediums and styles, including pen and ink drawings, surrealistic collages, and paintings in an art brut style. This first comprehensive book about her...

Sophocles' masterful tragedies are presented in this collection of three plays. Written in the 5th century BC, these works showcase the enduring power of ancient Greek drama. The "Theban" plays -...

The Secret of Life: A story of genius and perseverance, but also one of cronyism, misogyny, anti-Semitism, and misconduct. In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick's discovery of the double helix...

Thomas More's Utopia, Francis Bacon's New Atlantis and Henry Neville's The Isle of Pines offer three distinct visions of alternative societies. Utopia, first published in 1516, is a scathing critique...

Francis Beaumont & John Fletcher: A Collaboration of Genius The collaboration between Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher is one of the most celebrated in English drama. During the reign of James I,...

The Living Nativity explores how nativity sets, Advent wreaths, candles, carols, Christmas cards, and other traditions help prepare our hearts for the God "who bends low to enter our world and our...

Daniel Roke's life is one of hard work and desperation for excitement. When he's approached by the Earl of October with an offer to pose as a stable lad at a prestigious English racing estate, Daniel...

Francis Rodd, Lord Rennell (1895-1978), was a man of many pursuits. His life intertwined geography, international finance, politics, espionage, and wartime military administration in ways that are...

Discover the 60-year history of the National Catholic Reporter Publishing Company, a nonprofit that has served as the leading independent Catholic news source. From the Second Vatican Council to the...

Three Recovery Classics brings together three timeless writings that have guided Mel B. on his own journey towards sobriety and happiness.The collection includes James Allen's As a Man Thinketh,...

Discover your royal heritage with this in-depth family history. Reverend Francis Marbury's descendants are connected to some of Europe's most influential monarchs, including William the Conqueror and...

The Theologies of Guadalupe explores how theologians have understood and assessed the impact of the Virgin of Guadalupe since the seventeenth century. This book examines core theological topics in...

Francis Bourgeois' The Trainspotter's Notebook is a heartwarming and hilarious memoir that shares his greatest trainspotting adventures across Britain. With his infectious passion and joy, Francis...

A magisterial history of the Catholic Church's complex role in modern history spans centuries and continents. John T. McGreevy chronicles the dramatic upheavals and internal divisions that have...