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Buddhism
Its Essence and Development
Language: English
Release Date: July 16, 2012
Based on a series of Oxford lectures delivered by a well-known Buddhist scholar, this volume covers the entire range of Buddhist thought. It introduces Buddhism as both religion and philosophy, discusses its common ground with other faiths throughout the world, contrasts monastic and popular Buddhism, and defines old and new schools of thought.
by Martin Luther
Language: English
Release Date: September 21, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: September 21, 2012
"The Bible is alive," declared Martin Luther, "it speaks to me; it has feet, it runs after me; it has hands, it lays hold of me." The Protestant Reformation's most prominent leader possessed a gift for evocative speech, and he was as articulate and outspoken in private as he was in public. Fortunately...
The History of Freemasonry
Its Legendary Origins
Language: English
Release Date: March 7, 2012
An air of profound mystery surrounds the fraternal order of Free and Accepted Masons, or Freemasons. Built on three pillars of brotherly love, charity, and truth, the order ranks among the world's oldest and most renowned societies. This classic study explores Freemasonry's history and traditions,...
The Great German Mystics
Eckhart, Tauler and Suso
Language: English
Release Date: July 4, 2013
The remarkable mystic movement of fourteenth-century Germany produced three major writers — Eckhart, Tauler, and Suso — as well as a wide audience for their voluminous works. This survey chronicles the authors' lives, critiques their works, and discusses their influence on the development of Christian...
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Language: English
Release Date: April 25, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: April 25, 2012
First printed in 1476, this collection of stories, or "little flowers," chronicles Saint Francis of Assisi's journeys, activities, and miracles. Told in brief anecdotes of charming simplicity, the stories include Saint Francis' sermon to the birds, his taming of the savage wolf of Gubbio,...
How to Build Egyptian Boat Models
Patterns and Instructions for Three Royal Vessels
Language: English
Release Date: January 3, 2013
The ancient Egyptians were avid model makers. Many of their miniature masterpieces were replicas of boats, lovingly handcrafted from the finest woods and often decorated with rich materials such as ivory. Amazing examples of Egyptian maritime art and technology, many of these models remain intact...
The Book of the Pearl
Its History, Art, Science and Industry
Language: English
Release Date: February 19, 2013
This monumental, profusely illustrated volume by two noted authorities is probably the largest single collection of data on the subject of pearls. Its enormous amount of detailed information covers their origin and history, structure, and form; the pearl fisheries of Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas;...
King Arthur
Tales from the Round Table
Language: English
Release Date: March 5, 2012
A ruler said to be the model of goodness over evil and a formidable comrade in the ever-present struggle between right and wrong, the figure of King Arthur of England prevails at the heart of the Arthurian legends. The myths surrounding his reign have been recounted in endless tales. This collection...
Mohammed
The Man and His Faith
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2012
Excellent survey of origins, tenets, and substance of Islam explores Mohammed's influence on religion, history, politics, and society. Comprehensive, even-handed; one of the finest volumes available in English about Islam. "should be studied by every generation of students in courses on religion." — The Moslem World.
The Garden of Heaven
Poems of Hafiz
Language: English
Release Date: March 1, 2012
"Hafiz has no peer." — Goethe
Poetry is the greatest literary form of ancient Persia and modern Iran, and the fourteenth-century poet known as Hafiz is its preeminent master. Little is known about the poet's life, and there are more legends than facts relating to the particulars of his...
by Jalalu’l-Din Rumi
Language: English
Release Date: April 3, 2012
Language: English
Release Date: April 3, 2012
In recent years the stirring, unforgettable poetry of Jalālu’l-Dīn Rūmī (1207–1273), the great Sūfi teacher and the greatest mystical poet of Iran, has gained tremendous popularity in the western world. Although he died over 700 years ago, his poetry is timeless. In the best modern translations,...
Tutankhamen
Amenism, Atenism and Egyptian Monotheism/with Hieroglyphic Texts of Hymns to Amen and Aten
Language: English
Release Date: October 16, 2012
Noted Egyptologist's careful account, written to counter flurry of misinformation after 1922 discovery of Tutankhamen's tomb, of the known facts about the reign of Tutankhamen, the cults of Amen and Aten, and Egyptian monotheism. Over 50 illustrations and hieroglyphic texts of most important hymns to Amen and Aten.
Money and Wealth
A Book of Quotations
Language: English
Release Date: September 2, 2013
"Love lasteth long as the money endureth." "The money paid, the work delayed." "Gentlemen prefer bonds." Rich with hundreds of quotations on currency, greed, wealth, and poverty, this original anthology draws upon the Bible, proverbs, and observations by Confucius, Shakespeare, Benjamin Franklin,...
101 Dog Illustrations
A Pictorial Archive of Championship Breeds
Language: English
Release Date: November 20, 2012
A blue-ribbon collection of 116 breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, these dramatically detailed lithographs include sporting and non-sporting dogs, hounds, working dogs, terriers, and toys. A comprehensive reference for graphic artists and dog lovers, this compilation includes brief captions and concise, information-packed descriptions of each breed.