Church and University in the Scottish Enlightenment: The Moderate Literati of Edinburgh (Sher Richard B.)(Paperback)

Church and University in the Scottish Enlightenment: The Moderate Literati of Edinburgh (Sher Richard B.)(Paperback)

Since its original publication in 1985, Church and University in the Scottish Enlightenment has come to be regarded as a classic work in eighteenth-century Scottish history and Enlightenment studies. It depicts Hugh Blair, Alexander Carlyle, Adam Ferguson, John Home, and William Robertson as an

Churches and Churchyards of England and Wales (Hayman Richard)(Paperback)

An engaging introduction to the workings of church buildings and churchyards, explaining the integral elements of a working church and how they have changed over time. The parish church is a symbol of continuity, a cornerstone of the urban and rural landscape, and a treasure trove often as rich in

A History of Russian Thought from the Enlightenment to Marxism: From the Enlightenment to Marxism (Walicki Andrzej)(Paperback)

A Stanford University Press

Civilizing Money: Hume, His Monetary Project, and the Scottish Enlightenment (Caffentzis George)(Paperback)

Taking the Scottish Enlightenment philosopher David Hume as its subject, this book breaks new ground in focusing its lens on a little-studied aspect of Hume's thinking: his understanding of money.George Caffentzis makes both an intervention in the field of monetary philosophy and into Marxian

Chaplaincy Ministry and the Mission of the Church (Slater Victoria)(Paperback)

In Chaplaincy Ministry and the Mission of the Church, Victoria Slater explores the significance of chaplaincy for the mission and ministry of the contemporary Church. She discusses the reasons for the recent growth in new chaplaincy roles in the contemporary cultural and church context and provides

The Rise of Common-Sense Conservatism: The American Right and the Reinvention of the Scottish Enlightenment (Lepist Antti)(Pevná vazba)

In the years following the election of Donald Trump--a victory that hinged on the votes of white Midwesterners who were both geographically and culturally distant from the media's coastal concentrations--there has been a flurry of investigation into the politics of the so-called 'common man.' The

Church of England Year Book 2019 - A directory of local and national structures and organizations and the Churches and Provinces of the Anglican Communion(Paperback / softback)

The definitive reference book to the Church of England and other Anglican provinces in the UK and overseas. It includes complete diocesan directories and contact details for many Christian

Therefore the Truth I Speak: Scottish Theology 1500 - 1700 (MacLeod Donald)(Pevná vazba)

The Scottish church was forever altered by the arrival of the Reformation in the sixteenth century. Its legacy endured, and provoked a flurry of theological re-examinations which form the foundation for much of our modern understanding of Reformed Theology. In this informed and accessible

The University of Oxford: A Brief History (Brockliss Laurence)(Paperback)

The University of Oxford is the third-oldest university in Europe and remains one of the greatest universities in the world. Institutions have waxed and waned over the centuries, but Oxford has always succeeded in reinventing itself to meet the demands of a new age. This book offers a succinct

In God's Image: An Anthropology of the Spirit (Welker Michael)(Paperback)

From the 2019/2020 Gifford Lectures at the University of Edinburgh In God's Image describes how centering our culture on the human and divine spirit can revitalize four universally acknowledged characteristics of a thriving human existence: justice, freedom, truth, and peace. Inspired not only by

The Betrayal of Richard III: An Introduction to the Controversy (Lamb V. B.)(Paperback)

In this classic work, Peter Hammond and the late V.B. Lamb survey the life and times of Richard III and examine the contemporary evidence for the events of his reign, tracing the origins of the traditional version of his career as a murderous tyrant and its development since his death. The evident

God's Church in the World: The Gift of Catholic Mission (Davison Andrew)(Paperback)

God's Church in the World: The Gift of Catholic Mission presents a confident and joyful assertion of the Catholic character of Christian mission and its sacramental nature, exploring the transforming role the Catholic tradition can play in evangelism. A range of outstanding contributors explore the

Lady of the Lotus-Born: The Life and Enlightenment of Yeshe Tsogyal (Changchub Gyalwa)(Paperback)

The first Tibetan to attain complete enlightenment was in all probability the woman Yeshe Tsogyal, the closest disciple of Padmasambhava, the master who brought Buddhism to Tibet in the eighth century. This classical text is not only a biography but also an inspiring example of how the Buddha's

The Fulfillment of the Promises of God: An Explanation of Covenant Theology (Belcher Richard P.)(Paperback)

A variety of views and nuances of covenant theology exist within the Reformed church and the broader evangelical world. This book seeks to explain covenant theology as presented in the Westminster Confession of Faith as a starting point for discussions of covenant theology and as a foundation to

Scottish Enlightenment - The Scots' Invention of the Modern World (Herman Arthur)(Paperback / softback)

'Every Scot should read it. Scotland now has the lively, provocative and positive history it deserves.' Irvine Welsh, Guardian A dramatic and intriguing history of how Scotland produced the institutions, beliefs and human character that have made the West into the most powerful culture in

Science in the Soul - Selected Writings of a Passionate Rationalist (Dawkins Richard (Oxford University))(Paperback / softback)

The Essence of Buddha: The Path to Enlightenment (Okawa Ryuho)(Paperback)

The Essence of Buddha offers a contemporary interpretation of the way to enlightenment in simple and easy words, written by a highly revered Japanese spiritual leader, Ryuho Okawa. The fundamental tenets of the Buddhist understanding of life, such as the Eightfold Path, the Six Paramitas and the

The Church and the Second Sex (Daly Mary)(Paperback)

First published in 1968, The Church and the Second Sex represents one of the most important critiques of sexism in the Christian

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Text and Archaeology (Kelley Justin L.)(Paperback)

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem, was built by the Byzantine emperor Constantine I to commemorate the Passion of Jesus Christ. Encased within its walls are the archaeological remains of a small piece of ancient Jerusalem ranging in date from the 8th century BC through the 16th century

Celebrating Edinburgh (Gillon Jack)(Paperback / softback)

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, has much to celebrate. The city has been central to Scottish life and its history for many centuries. Its festivals attract visitors from all over the world, the quality of its architecture has been awarded the highest accolade of World Heritage status, and

What Is Strategy and Does It Matter? (Whittington Richard (Reader in Strategy at the Said Business School University of Oxford))(Paperback / softback)

Tracing Your Scottish Ancestry Through Church and State Records: A Guide for Family Historians (Paton Chris)(Paperback)

A practical guide to understanding the unique genealogical landscape of Scottish family history

The Enlightenment (Outram Dorinda)(Paperback)

What is the Enlightenment? A period rich with debates on the nature of man, truth and the place of God, with the international circulation of ideas, people and gold. But did the Enlightenment mean the same for men and women, for rich and poor, for Europeans and non-Europeans? In this fourth edition

Tracking the Highland Tiger: In Search of Scottish Wildcats (Taylor Marianne)(Paperback)

An exploration of the mysterious Scottish Wildcat--Britain's rarest mammal, and one of the most endangered carnivores in the world.These cats are fierce and very wild--completely untameable. Just like domestic cats prowling in the garden, wildcats hunt for a wide range of prey, from mice and voles