In "A boke made by John Fryth, prysoner in the Tower of London," John Frith presents a poignant exploration of faith, martyrdom, and the complexities of religious belief during the tumultuous Reformation period. Written while he was imprisoned for his heretical views, this work reflects Frith's profound understanding of Scripture and his unwavering commitment to the principles of Protestantism. His literary style combines theological argumentation with a deeply personal voice, eloquently e...

In 'Defiant Voices That Shattered Christendom – 4 Classic Protestant Reformation Texts,' readers will delve into a carefully curated selection of seminal works that encapsulate the fervor of the Protestant Reformation. The anthology presents a tapestry of ideas reflecting the revolutionary spirit that challenged the prevailing doctrines of the Catholic Church. These texts of varied literary styles articulate the urgency and passion of a transformative epoch, with each work distinguished by...

This fourth installment in the hilarious and highly illustrated full-color Superpower Field Guide series features Olenka, an ordinary eel. Olenka may be slimy, wiggly, and the color of mud, but never, ever underestimate an eel.Meet Olenka, an ordinary eel. Did I hear you say, “But aren’t eels just long slippery slimy fishy-things that . . . hmm . . . . Is there anything else to know about eels?” You bet your buttons there is!Sit back and hold on tight, beca...

"John Leech, His Life and Work, Vol. 2" by William Powell Frith delves into the life and artistic contributions of John Leech, a prominent Victorian illustrator and caricaturist. This volume captures the essence of Leech's work, showcasing his unique ability to blend humor with social commentary. Frith, a contemporary and friend of Leech, provides insights into the artist's creative process and the influences that shaped his distinctive style. The book serves as both a biography and an app...

"John Leech, His Life and Work" by William Powell Frith is a captivating exploration of the life and artistic contributions of John Leech, a prominent Victorian illustrator and caricaturist. The book delves into Leech's early years, his rise to fame, and the unique style that characterized his work. Frith, a fellow artist and friend, provides an intimate portrait of Leech, highlighting his wit, humor, and the social commentary embedded in his illustrations. This volume serves as both a bio...

Wimbourne Books presents the sixteenth in a series of rare or out-of-print ghost stories from Victorian authors. With an introduction by author Alastair Gunn, Volume 16 contains stories published between 1846 and 1901, all set at or around the Christmas period. Readers new to this genre will discover its pleasures; the Victorian quaintness, the sometimes shocking difference in social norms, the almost comical politeness and structured etiquette, the archaic and precise language, but mostly...

Headaches and migraine affect up to 10 million people in the UK and are one of the common problems seen in doctors’ surgeries and emergency departments. The profound effect they have on daily life means that they are now viewed by the World Health Organisation as one of the world’s most disabling diseases.This new edition of Coping with Headaches and Migraine explains how lifestyle measures can help and updates the research on causes, treatments and ways to cope. It explor...

France's Lost Empires brings together ten essays that collectively investigate the historical, cultural, and political legacies of French colonialism and, specifically, the endings of the French empire(s). Combining analyses of three "lost" territories (Canada, India, and Saint Dominigue) of the "first" French colonial empire, that of the Ancien Regime, with investigations of the decolonization of the "new" colonies of the "second" French overseas empire (specifically in ...

Beavers, the first book in the new middle-grade nonfiction Superhero Field Guide series by Rachel Poliquin and award-winning illustrator Nicholas John Frith, is a delightfully informative, laugh-out-loud full-color look at the most unsuspecting of animal heroes, perfect for readers who like their facts served with a large dose of humor.Meet Elmer, an ordinary beaver. He may not be as mighty as a lion or as dangerous as a shark. He may be squat and brown. B...

Funny and fact-filled, MOLES is another installment in the SUPERPOWER FIELD GUIDES series by author Rachel Poliquin, featuring full-color illustrations by Nicholas John Frith that will engage readers with witty narration and fun visual elements, inspiring readers to dig deep and see the world, both above and below ground, with new eyes.Meet Rosalie, a common mole. The first thing you need to know about Rosalie is that she is shaped like a potato. Not a new potato, ...

Sexuality is a complex and multifaceted domain – encompassing bodily, contextual and subjective experiences that resist ready categorisation. To claim the sexual as a viable research object therefore raises a number of important methodological questions: what is it possible to know about experiences, practices and perceptions of sex and sexualities? What approaches might help or hinder our efforts to probe such experiences?This collection explores the creative, personal and context...

Although polio left him wheelchair bound, Franklin Delano Roosevelt took office during the Great Depression and served as president during World War II. Elected four times, he spent thirteen years in the White House. How he led the country through tremendously difficult problems, much like the ones facing America today, makes for a timely and engrossing biography.