"The Book of Curiosities" by John Platts is a fascinating exploration of the unusual and the extraordinary. This work delves into a myriad of intriguing topics, presenting readers with a collection of curiosities that spark wonder and ignite the imagination. Platts meticulously curates a variety of subjects, ranging from the bizarre to the enlightening, ensuring that each page offers something new and thought-provoking. The book serves as a delightful reminder of the world's wonders, encou...

John Platts-Mills witnessed and participated in most of the changing events of the twentieth century. He holds an unusual position in English society – a genuine, empowered, political radical, who is also a Queen's Counsel, Member of the Common Council of the City of London and internationally renowned jurist. John Platts-Mills' clear voice and humane counsel have been heard, respected, and often ignored, by distinguished world political leaders and the most celebrated British jurists and ...

This instructive book is complete in its unabridged, original form, extensively illustrated and full of instruction that is as useful and practical today as it was when originally published. This work would prove very useful to anyone who wishes to further their ability or improve their knowledge in this form. Contents include - Woodcut Blocks And Tools - Cutting The Block - Printing Materials - Printing A Batch Of Colour Woodcuts - Colour Woodcut Design. Many of the earliest books, partic...

Everyone is looking for power. Political campaigns play to the power of fear and hope; advertising agencies rely on the power of appetite, both wielding power by the means of words.But churches have something different and better. Churches have the gospel. Though we live in the world, we must not wage war like the world, or fight with its weapons. On the contrary, we have divine power to demolish strongholds.The gospel consists merely of words, but those words have the unex...

With more than 450,000 copies in print, When Helping Hurts is a paradigm-forming contemporary classic on the subject of poverty alleviation.Poverty is much more than simply a lack of material resources, and it takes much more than donations and handouts to solve it. When Helping Hurts shows how some alleviation efforts, failing to consider the complexities of poverty, have actually (and unintentionally) done more harm than good.But it look...

With more than 450,000 copies in print, When Helping Hurts is a paradigm-forming contemporary classic on the subject of poverty alleviation.Poverty is much more than simply a lack of material resources, and it takes much more than donations and handouts to solve it. When Helping Hurts shows how some alleviation efforts, failing to consider the complexities of poverty, have actually (and unintentionally) done more harm than good.But it look...

This collection celebrates the macabre classics, the original vampire stories which have awaken the world's neverdying obsession with the mysterious creatures of the night. The edition includes: The Vampyre (John William Polidori) - this is widely considered the first modern vampire story, establishing key characteristics of the vampire as a suave, aristocratic figure, thus paving the way for future depictions. Carmilla (Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu) – this classic macabre story blends horror w...

First published in 1984, The New Englishes explores new varieties of English. Well-known examples of New Englishes include Indian English, Philippine English, Singapore English and African Englishes of nations such as Nigeria and Ghana.The book deals with the way New Englishes have developed in those non-native situations where they are used for a wide range of functions within the community. These New Englishes are varieties which have become localized not only through th...

Dieses weitgespannte Historienabenteuer verfolgt die Spur der 'Hispaniola‑Platte'—eines legendären Silberschatzes—von 1683 bis 1893, durch Piratenhäfen, Kolonialkanzleien, Plantagen, Gerichtssäle und eine späte Bergungsexpedition. Bloundelle‑Burton montiert Logbücher, Briefe und Proklamationen mit einer souveränen Erzählerstimme; der Stil verbindet feuilletonistisches Tempo mit nautischem und juristischem Detail. Im Kontext spätviktorianischer See‑ und Kolonialromane oszilliert der Text zw...

What books were left out of the Bible and why? First issued in 1926, this is the most popular collection of apocryphal and pseudepigraphal literature ever published. Here, in one place, are the infancy gospels, the letter of Jesus to Abgarus, the Gospel of Nicodemus, the Legends of Paul and Thecla, the Epistles of Clement and Barnabus, the Shepherd of Hermas, the Books of Adam and Eve, the Secrets of Enoch, the Psalms and Odes of Solomon, the many Testaments of the Patriarchs, and many mor...

This edition honors the greatest classics of the vampire literature, the original horror books that ignited the world's unending fascination with these mythical creatures of the night. This special edition includes: "Dracula" by Bram Stoker - Bram Stoker's seminal work, crystallizes the vampire as a major figure in horror literature, introducing themes of blood, power, immortality and sexuality as well as the contrast between modernity and ancient evils. "The Lady of the Shroud" by Bram St...

The Baitâl Pachchisi; Or, The Twenty-Five Tales of a Sprite is an enthralling anthology that captures the timeless allure of Indian folklore through its rich tapestry of narrative styles and enchanting themes. This collection is steeped in the vibrant tradition of oral storytelling, highlighting its enduring cultural significance. Each tale is a unique fusion of fantastical elements and moral inquiries, weaving together the cultural fabric of ancient and medieval India. The anthology stand...