Makes key excerpts from Daly's work accessible to readers who are seeking to access the essence of her thought in a single volume.Outrageous, humorous, inflammatory, Amazonian, intellectual, provocative, controversial, and a discoverer of Feminist word-magic, Mary Daly’s influence on Second Wave feminism was enormous. She burst through constraints to articulate new ways of being female and alive. This comprehensive reader offers a vital introduction to the core of ...

Powerful insights from ministers, theologians, activists, leaders, artists and liturgists who are shaping the future.Christianity has been a source of the oppression of women, as well as a resource for unleashing womens full humanity. Feminist analysis and practice have recognized this. Feminist Christianity is reshaping religious institutions and religious life in more holistic, inclusive, and justice-focused ways.from the IntroductionFeminism has brought many changes to ...

This volume explores the historical, theological, sociological, and ethical dimensions of the current issues threatening the two thousand-year-old Roman Catholic Church. The interdisciplinary analysis contained within the volume exposes the destructive convictions and actions of the Roman Catholic clergy that has produced the current institutional crisis while suggesting options for moving forward. Documenting the cases that constitute the many crises currently surrounding Catholicism, the...

The years between 1600 and 1700 were a period of war, famine, plague and religious upheaval in Scotland.A time when ordinary women, and men, of the Scottish Borders who fell under the suspicion of the Kirk would face interrogation and torture.A time when fear of Auld Nick turned the world upside down and the cry of witch would almost always lead to the rope and the flame.Mary Craig explores this tremulous period of Scottish history and examines the causes and effects of the 17th century wi...

In "Cousin-hunting in Scandinavia," Mary Wilhelmine Williams embarks on a meticulous exploration of genealogical research, exemplifying her exquisite literary style characterized by rich, descriptive prose and an engaging narrative structure. This work not only delves into the intricacies of tracing familial connections across the Nordic landscapes but also reflects the early 20th-century enthusiasm for genealogy that swept through many Western societies. Through a combination of personal ...

If you were looking for the Holy Bible of the horror anthologies, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! Cosmic horror, supernatural events, ghost stories, weird fiction, mystical fantasies, occult narratives, this book plunges you into dark domains and brings you face to face with surreal monstrosities. This collection of the greatest mysterious dark tales gathers together more than 100 authors and more than 1000 short stories (!), which makes it truly unique in its kind. Be ...

On retrouve des couples riches de Beverly Hills morts et, mis à part leurs vies maritales troublées, ils ne semblent rien avoir en commun. Jessie sent qu’il y a un fil conducteur dans ces crimes et sait que ce tueur frappera à nouveau, mais le démasquera-t-elle à temps ?« Un chef-d’œuvre de suspense et de mystère. »Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (pour SANS LAISSER DE TRACES)⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐LE MARI IDÉAL est le tome 22 d’une nouvelle série de suspense psycholog...

From Blake Pierce, bestselling author of ONCE GONE (a #1 bestseller with over 900 five star reviews), comes book #8 in the heart-pounding Mackenzie White mystery series.In BEFORE HE HUNTS (A Mackenzie White Mystery—Book 8), victims are turning up dead in FBI Special Agent Mackenzie White’s home state of Nebraska—all shot in the back of the head, and all bearing the card “Barker Antiques.” The same card her father’s murderer left on his body years ago.With a sudden urgency i...

"Holman Hunt" is a captivating exploration of the life and works of the Pre-Raphaelite artist, known for his vivid and detailed paintings that often convey deep spiritual and moral themes. The book delves into Hunt's artistic journey, highlighting his innovative techniques and the influences that shaped his vision. Through a rich narrative, readers gain insight into his relationships with fellow artists and the cultural context of his time, making it a significant contribution to the under...

Pure Evil is one of our greatest fears. No appeals to reason, no pleas of mercy or forgiveness will have the slightest impact on the mind of the oppressor. But in this volume our authors are rather more spiteful that we could at first imagine. Here they blight the lives of characters with Curses, Necromancy, Dark Magic and other assorted ghouls that care little about the fate of you or I.1 - Essence of Evil - Tales of Curses, Necromancy, Dark Magic & More - An Introduction2...

In this "tantalizing" (Booklist) novel, Mary Higgins Clark, the #1 New York Times bestselling Queen of Suspense, exposes a dark secret from a family’s past that threatens the lives of two sisters.What was Kate Connelly—a tall, glamorous CPA—doing in her family’s antique furniture museum when it exploded into flames in the middle of the night? Why was Gus—a disgruntled retired employee—with her? Now Gus is dead, and Kate lies in a coma, unable to e...

What happens when a lioness with dubious accounting practices gets involved with an auditor for the Internal Revenue Service?How was Melly supposed to know she shouldn’t claim illegal ammo on her taxes? So what if she took a few liberties with the term “allowable expenses”? Her creative accounting is why the IRS ends up on her doorstep. Lucky for her, they sent the cutest geek in glasses.The kind that tempts a girl to fling them clear across the room that she might...