An insider's look at story behind the longest running situation comedy in British television history.Quite simply, Last of the Summer Wine is the longest-running comedy programme in the world. It premiered thirty-seven years ago, in 1973, and, after thirty-one series it finally came to an end—even though all its original protagonists—Compo, Foggy, even Nora Batty—are now dead.Remarkably, for a series of such longevity and international appeal, it is all about...

Vast and brilliant white, P&O's flagship the SS Canberra was a final salute to a bygone era of opulence even as she embarked on her maiden voyage, For a decade she carried passengers between Britain and Australia, a 90-day voyage of pampering and decadence. But in March 1982, Britain went to war to defend the Falkland Islands and the SS Canberra found herself, surreally, requisitioned as a troop ship to carry the Marines and Paratroops into battle.Against all odds...

Vast and brilliant white, P&O's flagship the SS Canberra was a final salute to a bygone era of opulence even as she embarked on her maiden voyage, For a decade she carried passengers between Britain and Australia, a 90-day voyage of pampering and decadence. But in March 1982, Britain went to war to defend the Falkland Islands and the SS Canberra found herself, surreally, requisitioned as a troop ship to carry the Marines and Paratroops into battle.Against all odds...

Thirty-one day devotional on the Gospel of John chapter 15. Andrew Murray explores the relationship of the branches to the True Vine and challenges Christians to a deeper relationship with Christ.Excerpt: I have felt drawn to try to write what young Christians might easily apprehend, as a help to them to take up that position in which the Christian life must be a success. It is as if there is not one of the principal temptations and failures of the Christian life that is not met he...

Andrew Murray was a South African pastor and prolific Christian writer in the 19th century. Murray’s devotionals are noted for placing an emphasis on spiritual growth in the lives of Christians. This edition of The True Vine includes a table of contents.

In this thirty-one-day devotional, Andrew Murray draws upon the gospel parable of the vine and its branches to illustrate the beautiful relationship we are meant to have with Christ.Find out in these inspiring pages how you can...Dwell in God’s rich loveReceive answers to your prayersWeather life’s difficult stormsEstablish unbroken communion with ChristReplace fear and doubt with lasting peaceRest in God’s secure prote...

In this thirty-one day devotional, Reverend Murray uses the gospel parable of the vine and its branches to illustrate the beautiful relationship we are meant to have with Christ.Find out in these inspiring pages how you can dwell in God’s rich love, receive answers to your prayers, weather life’s difficult storms, establish unbroken communion with Christ, replace fear and doubt with lasting peace, rest in God’s secure protection, and produce eternal results.The fullness of ...

The analogy of Christ as the vine and His children as the branches has been referenced and quoted so many times that it has become a common Christian household phrase and inspirational quote. However, it is not often lived out or truly understood and experienced. Andrew Murray details how exactly to live as a part of God’s vine. He expands on what it means to rely on the Father for strength, power, growth, and life. Composed in a style that breaks up into daily meditations, this wealth of ...

"The True Vine" by Andrew Murray is an indispensable read for any sincere believer and disciple of Christ. Murray's profound exploration of John 15 delves into the very essence of abiding in Christ, unraveling the true meaning of living as a 'vine on the branch.' In this classic work, Murray's detailed and explanatory approach challenges readers to confront the depths of their commitment to Christ.For those accustomed to a diet of spiritual "milk," this book serves as a hearty feas...

No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.  Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me." Work for Him. Rest in Him. The Vine is the sole provider for the branch. The branch needs only to obey. The care and nutrients the branch receives from the Vine are more than enough to bear all the fruit it can handle. This simple work is written in such a way as to make God's Word clear to anyone who would listen. Andrew Murray was able to reach the young and u...

This analysis of macroeconomic policy, originally published in 1989, argues that key government objectives, such as reduced inflation, decreased unemployment and an adequate level of national saving can be achieved only by employing both monetary and fiscal policies, in conjunction with supply-side policies expressly designed to improve the workings of the labour market.Part 1 is a comparative analysis showing the effects of monetary and fiscal policy on the economy. Real-wage rigi...

The Winter 2023-24 Issue. Ploughshares is an award-winning journal of new writing. Since 1971, Ploughshares has discovered and cultivated the freshest voices in contemporary American literature, and now provides readers with thoughtful and entertaining literature in a variety of formats. Find out why the New York Times named Ploughshares “the Triton among minnows.”The Winter 2023-24 Issue, edited by Ladette Randolph, features poetry and prose by Richard Bausch, Jesse Lee Kercheval,...