2976 results for 'Saint Basil'

Romanesque Saints, Shrines and Pilgrimage explores the material culture of sanctity in Latin Europe and the Mediterranean between 1000 and 1220. This period saw the development of spaces for...

Day by Day with Saint Faustina brings you a beautiful collection of spiritual treasures from the celebrated Diary of Catholic visionary and mystic, St. Faustina Kowalska. Arranged by award-winning...

Justinian Emperor, Soldier, Saint is a groundbreaking biography that offers an intimate insight into the life and times of one of history's most significant rulers. From humble beginnings to...

A Guide to Living in the Truth: Saint Benedict's Teaching on Humility by Michael Casey This book explores the concept of humility and its role in achieving basic happiness. By applying the ancient...

Yves Saint Laurent's story is one of innovative fashion design and artistic drama. From his early days in Algeria making miniature garments from fabric scraps to becoming the right-hand man of...

Benedict's Dharma: A Dialogue Between Christian and Buddhist Wisdom Saint Benedict's Rule, a set of guidelines governing Christian monastic life since the sixth century, continues to captivate both...

The Life and Prayers of Saint John the Baptist by Wyatt North is a deeply personal exploration of the life and legacy of one of Christianity's most revered figures.Through an examination of John the...

William Morris at Middleton Cheney: The Stained Glass in All Saints ChurchThis book explores the stained glass windows created by William Morris for the church of All Saints in Middleton Cheney,...

Dashiell Matthews, Viscount Carrington, is a man with a brilliant mind and a passion for puzzles. Behind his charming facade, he leads a double life as a member of the elite Young Corinthians spy...

Discover the inspiring story of Saint Bernadette of Lourdes, a young woman who experienced profound spiritual encounters and endured great suffering with faith and courage.Born into poverty, Saint...

Simon Templar heads to New York for a night out, but his plans are quickly derailed. A chance encounter at a jazz club sets him on a trail involving crime, smuggling, and murder. As he delves deeper...

Simon Templar's adventures take him to unexpected places. In these six stories, he finds himself entangled in cases that range from a missing husband in Bermuda to a murder at a nudist colony. With...

The Making of Haiti: The Saint Domingue Revolution from Below by Carolyn E. Fick In 1789, the French colony of Saint Domingue was one of the wealthiest and most prosperous Caribbean slave colonies,...

Aelfric's Old English Lives of Saints is a collection of biographies written in distinctive alliterative prose by a Benedictine monk in the late 10th century. This series portrays an array of saints,...

Georges Simenon's El caso Saint-Fiacre is a gripping mystery that sees Maigret return to his hometown for a funeral. A cryptic letter from an old acquaintance sets him on the trail of a crime...

St. Herman: A Wilderness Saint's Journey to Alaska. This biography sheds new light on the life of St. Herman, a Russian Orthodox monk who was canonized in 1970 for his just treatment of native...

The Holy Rosary Through the Visions of Saint Bridget of Sweden by Mark Higgins and Saint Bridget of Sweden This volume brings together the profound visions and dialogues of medieval mystic St...

The New Saints: A Guide to Becoming an Effective Agent of Justice and Change. Lama Rod Owens shares a guidebook for becoming an effective agent of justice, peace, and change in this inspiring...

Old English Lives of Saints by Aelfric presents a collection of biographies that model courageous faith and self-sacrifice for a late Anglo-Saxon audience. Written in distinctive alliterative prose,...

The Voyage of Saint Brendan, first written down over a thousand years ago, recounts the extraordinary adventures of an abbot and his crew as they sailed the oceans for seven years in their sturdy...

The lifting of the ban on Black people from the priesthood and Mormon temples in 1978 was a pivotal moment in Mormon history. On June 9, 1978, the phones at the headquarters of the Church of Jesus...

A Treatise on the Predestination of the Saints by St. AugustineThis work defends the truth of predestination and grace against the semi-Pelagian heresy, which posits that human merit plays a role in...

Ramsey Somerset's control is slipping. As a water monster, he's always in danger of giving into his beast. When he meets Fane Tiago, it gets even more complicated. Fane is feral, having been sold...

Hearts Turn Sinners, Seekers, Saints and the Road to Redemption by Michael Sugich is a powerful exploration of the human journey towards redemption. Through a collection of stories, Sugich reveals...

Waverly Sinner, a movie star, finds herself in a precarious situation after a hail of gunfire cuts short her undercover assignment. With a missing fake boyfriend and a cover story that could ruin her...

Explore the life and legacy of Ireland's beloved saint in this comprehensive biography. John Bagnell Bury delves into Patrick's place in history, the spread of Christianity beyond the Roman Empire,...

St Francis of Assisi A Life Inspired by Wyatt North is a thought-provoking exploration of the enduring relevance of this beloved saint in today's world. The book delves into the life and legacy of St...

The Lives of Orthodox Saints of the British Isles Volume IV - October - December by Dr. John (Ellsworth) Hutchison-Hall. This comprehensive guide covers the inspiring stories of 161 Orthodox men and...

Prayers to My Favorite Saints (Part 2) is a collection of original prayers to fifteen beloved Saints. Each prayer is accompanied by a short introduction and an informative "Did you know?" feature,...

St Therese of Lisieux: A Model for Our TimesThis biography explores the life and legacy of St Therese of Lisieux, one of the most beloved saints in modern times. Despite living a simple and secluded...

The Hidden Caliphate: Sufi Saints Beyond the Oxus and Indus by Waleed Ziad explores the development of Muslim revivalist networks across Asia from the eighteenth to the twentieth centuries. At the...

The New Orleans Saints' historic 2009 season is told through the eyes of their coach, Sean Payton. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the team's journey from devastation to victory is a testament...

The Cure of Ars: The Story of St. John Vianney - Patron Saint of Parish Priests by Windeatt. This biography tells the story of St. John Vianney, a young man who struggled with temptation and doubt as...

Wisdom and Love in Saint Thomas Aquinas (Aquinas Lecture 16) by Etienne Gilson explores the essential qualities of intellectual work. In this lecture, Gilson argues that understanding the history of...

The Private Lives of the Saints: Power, Passion and Politics in Anglo-Saxon England by Janina Ramirez. In the Dark Ages, the saints were not just revered figures, but powerful players who shaped the...

Candles & Conifers: A Seasonal Resource BookThis collection of seasonal resources offers prayers, liturgies, poems, reflections, sermons, meditations, stories and responses to help you celebrate the...

Study the life and writings of one of history's most revered figures with this comprehensive workbook. William Hugo's guide uses primary sources in translation to help you explore the life of Saint...

Xavier Saint has seen it all, from the battlefield to the behind-the-scenes world of Hollywood's elite. As the head of a top private security firm, he's grown tired of protecting vapid starlets from...

Set in a world of ancient Greek mythology, Saint Seiya next Dimension 05: Myth Of Hades is the latest installment in this popular series. Published in Spanish by Editorial Ivrea, this paperback...

Blessed Imelda Lambertini was just 5 years old when she asked for something special - the gift of Holy Communion. Her parents couldn't give it to her, but Imelda decided to ask Our Lord Himself. This...

The Scandal of Holiness: Renewing Your Imagination in the Company of Literary SaintsA new imagination rooted in reading is needed to become better people, according to Jessica Hooten Wilson. This...

In this gripping Filipino-inspired fantasy debut, Gabriella Buba weaves a tale of self-discovery and resistance. María Lunurin's dual life as Sister María and stormcaller is threatened when she...

Richard Holloway explores the complexities of human nature in this thought-provoking book. Drawing on a diverse range of sources, including philosophy, literature and history, he examines how we can...

The Saint Paddy's Promise is a heartwarming and intriguing cozy mystery that weaves together themes of love, loss, and loyalty. Sixty years ago, a man made a promise to the woman he loved, but never...

Henry of Avranches' poetry showcases his mastery of medieval Latin narrative verse. His work combines wit and erudition with a pyrotechnic verbal skill, rivaling that of other notable poets of the...

A dark and twisted romance unfolds in "My Cruel Salvation". Investigative reporter Ellie Holmes has uncovered secrets about billionaire Devlin Saint, stripping away her protective armor and taming...

Celtic saints continue to captivate with their medieval history and religious tradition. Wales' native saints are deeply ingrained in the country's landscape, appearing as patrons of churches and in...

The lives of the Georgian saints are rich and many-sided, offering a unique perspective on the history of Christianity in Georgia. This collection of biographies explores the stories behind some of...

The Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech is a fascinating account of the design and construction of a beloved architecture and fashion destination. Conceived as a candid diary, this book documents...

The Shadow Saint: Book Two of the Black Iron Legacy Gareth Hanrahan's epic tale continues in The Shadow Saint, the gripping second novel in the Black Iron Legacy. As the Godswar draws ever closer and...

Andrew Jenson's life was marked by a relentless pursuit of preserving the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As Assistant Church Historian, he worked tirelessly to create a...

The Seven Faceless Saints duology concludes with Disciples of Chaos. In this gripping YA novel, romance and revolution intertwine as a young rebel and palace guard hunt a murderer in a world inspired...

The Buffalo Brigade is a gripping novel by B.N. Rundell that explores the challenges faced by a group of young men in the unforgiving wilderness of the American West. In this tenth installment of the...

David M. Halperin's Saint Foucault is an uncompromising and impassioned defence of the late French philosopher and historian as a galvanizing thinker whose career as a theorist and activist will...

Tate Saint is summoned to the mountains by Kit Carson, who has been ordered to "kill all the men, whenever and wherever he finds them." As the war between the Union and Confederacy rages across the...

Translations of eight saints' lives offer insight into women's religious culture in Anglo-Saxon England. These vernacular accounts provide examples of personal and public inspiration for medieval...

The Saint Who Would Be Santa Claus: The True Life and Trials of Nicholas of Myra by Adam C. English. This biography tells the story of Saint Nicholas, bishop of Myra, who lived in what is now Turkey...

The Heart of Salvation: The Life and Teachings of Russia's Saint Theophan the Recluse This book explores the life and spiritual teachings of Saint Theophan the Recluse, one of the greatest Russian...

A collection of essays by cultural critic Joan Acocella, exploring the lives and works of influential artists and two saints. Thirty-one essays cover a range of subjects, from Primo Levi's memoir...

The New Testament A Translation for Latter-day Saints, Revised Edition by Thomas A. Wayment is a modern translation of the New Testament in a way that will help readers better understand the...

Tilman Riemenschneider's Jerome and the Lion is a masterpiece of early Renaissance sculpture, now held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Dated to around 1495, this alabaster work...

Find peace and hope this Christmas with Saint John of the Mall, a unique Advent devotional that offers 26 conversations with a friend of Jesus. Dr. Jon Swanson, a pastor and professor, shares his own...

Abbot Suger's Selected Works offer a unique insight into the life and achievements of this influential medieval figure.Suger, twelfth-century abbot of Saint-Denis, has not received the respect he...

The Saint of Lost Things by Tish Delaney is a moving and gripping novel about finding freedom from the past. Lindy Morris's life seems ordinary, but beneath the surface, secrets are waiting to be...

Stories of 55 saints and holy people from the past 200 years are presented in this book, along with their portraits. Most of these individuals are featured in actual photographs. A diverse range of...

Mobile Saints explores the medieval practice of temporarily relocating saints' relics from rural monasteries to northern France and the Low Countries. This phenomenon, known as relic circulation, had...

The Open Canon: A New Scriptural Heritage. This groundbreaking volume examines the writings that accompany the Bible and the Book of Mormon in the Latter Day Saint tradition, offering a fresh...

The Saints' Everlasting Rest offers a hopeful perspective on suffering and death. Written by 17th-century theologian Richard Baxter during his recovery from illness, this book explores what Scripture...

This collection presents new Old English editions and modern English translations of twenty-two unattributed saints' Lives from the eleventh and twelfth centuries.These stories, preserved in...

Matt Drake returns with a vengeance in this gripping and cryptic quest. From Paris to New Orleans, he tracks down clues, traitors, and criminals in a thrilling pursuit that takes him from museums and...

A Pope for All Seasons: Testimonies Inspired by Saint John Paul II is a collection of intimate thoughts and reminiscences from nearly 50 individuals who knew and admired this remarkable figure. These...

Christina Rossetti's "Called to Be Saints: The Minor Festivals Devotionally Studied" is a significant work in the history of religion and spirituality. First published in 1896, this collection of...

Forgotten Saints: History, Power, and Politics in the Making of Modern Morocco by Sahar Bazzaz. In 1894, a young Muslim mystic named Muḥammad al-Kattānī embarked on a remarkable personal...

This Orthodox coloring book features 18 beautiful icons of Jesus and the Saints. It's an ideal way for children to develop a connection with these spiritual masterpieces from an early age.Each icon...

The Hospitaller Knights of Saint John, 1523-1565 This volume continues the history of the Hospitaller Knights from their relocation to Malta following the loss of Rhodes in 1522. The period 1523-1565...

Niki de Saint Phalle's autobiography, told in her own words and assembled from rare materials. This unconventional biography reveals large and small moments in Saint Phalle's life, sometimes with...

Sacred Spells: A Collection of Poetry, Plays, Fiction and Performance TextsThis collection brings together the life's work of Assotto Saint, an interdisciplinary writer, performer, and key figure in...

The Life of Saint Columba: Apostle of Scotland Large Print Edition by F. A. Forbes. This biography is a testament to the enduring legacy of St. Columba, whose memory remains strong 1300 years after...

A darkly funny and gloriously queer coming-of-age fantasy novel by C.S.E. Cooney, winner of the 2023 World Fantasy Award for Best Novel. Born with a gift for necromancy, Lanie Stones was raised in...

Discover the fascinating history behind Christmas traditions and the legend of Saint Nicholas. This book explores how stories of his holy life were embellished over time, influenced by writers such...

Companions in the Darkness: Seven Saints Who Struggled with Depression and Doubt by Diana Gruver explores the complex relationship between depression and faith, revealing how some of history's most...

Translated and compiled with the blessing of His Holiness and Beatitude, Catholicos-Patriarch of All-Georgia Ilia II, this book offers an insight into the lives of Saint Nino the Equal of the...

A dark and twisted tale of evil and sorcery unfolds in this occult story of the Baal Shem Tov. On a late summer night in 18th century Poland, a Jewish wanderer shares a haunting account of his late...

Answering Mormons' Questions: Ready Responses for Inquiring Latter-Day SaintsThis updated and expanded edition provides ready responses to common questions from Mormon friends, neighbors, co-workers,...

Disenchanted Lives: Apostasy and Ex-Mormonism among the Latter-day Saints by E. Marshall Brooks explores the crisis facing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, as many members struggle...

Hildegard of Bingen: A Visionary for Our Times In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI formally declared Hildegard of Bingen a canonized saint, recognizing her as one of the great thinkers who have shaped the...

The House of Saints Venus Ascendant Book Two by Derek Künsken A mysterious artefact on the surface of Venus holds vast implications for the future of a struggling colony. Its discovery brings great...

The Life of Saint Hugh of Avalon Bishop of Lincoln, 1186-1200 by Giraldus and Gerald Of WalesThis biography, written by St. Hugh's contemporary Gerald of Wales, is the earliest account of Hugh's...

Stories from Other Worlds: A Collection of Spiritual and Supernatural Tales. In this collection, Nadezhda Aleksandrovna Tėffi weaves together tales that explore the complexities of human desire and...

Three medieval poets offer their unique perspectives on the life of Saint Mary of Egypt in this collection of verse.The tale of Mary's austerities and devotion has been recorded by monks for...

Truly Our Sister: A Theology of Mary in the Communion of SaintsThis thought-provoking exploration of Mary's significance in Christian theology offers a fresh and spiritually empowering perspective...

Arise to Blessedness: A Journal Retreat with Eight Modern Saints Who Lived the Beatitudes by Jen Norton is a devotional guide that invites you to follow the example of eight modern saints who...

The History of the Holy War: Ambroise's Estoire de la Guerre Sainte This translation of an eye-witness account from the Third Crusade (1188-92) presents a unique perspective on one of history's most...

The Instructions of Saint Louis: A Critical Text (North Carolina Studies in the Romance Languages and Literatures, 216) This critical text presents the second set of recommendations from Saint Louis...

Old crimes don't stay buried. Thirty years after the fact, a 30-year-old case is being reopened, and the team from back then is suspected of foul play. Rebus's old colleagues, known as 'the Saints',...

Henry of Avranches' Saints' Lives is a remarkable collection of medieval Latin narrative poetry. This poet's work showcases his pyrotechnic verbal skill and playfulness, rivaling that of the Carmina...

A gentle prequel to the Saint Maggie Series, this novella tells the story of widow Maggie Blaine and her struggles to maintain a boarding house in 1852. Having lost her husband and aunt just a year...

The Dead Saints Chronicles: A Zen Journey Through the Christian Afterlife by David Solomon is a thought-provoking exploration of death, dying, and the afterlife. Drawing from 5,000 recorded...

Great Basin Kingdom: An Economic History of the Latter-day Saints, 1830-1900This comprehensive study offers insights into the 'underdeveloped' American economy and provides a detailed treatment of...

The Church of Saint Thomas Paine: A Religious History of American Secularism by Leigh Eric Schmidt. In the 19th century, a group of Americans sought to create their own secular religion, centered...