New Edition of Hints on Silver-Glass Reflecting Telescopes Manufactured by Mr. G. Calver, F.R.A.S. with Directions for Silvering, Adjusting, etc. is a comprehensive and practical guide for both amateur and professional astronomers interested in the construction, maintenance, and use of silver-glass reflecting telescopes. Authored by George Calver, a renowned telescope maker and Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society, this book draws upon his extensive experience in manufacturing high-qua...

The need of the hour is for the church to hold passionately to historic Christian beliefs, as found in God's word; to place the Bible as the ultimate authority in our lives; and to pursue Gospel living and sharing with energetic fervour.We need to be Good News People.Gavin and Phil invite you see what evangelicals have always been, and what we need to remember to be: committed to Jesus, the gospel, and hopefulness. Our churches and the world face big challe...

Simple step by step guide with clear diagrams and photographs, allowing beginning to advanced felters to make a variety of projects for gift-giving or holiday décor.If you love the versatility of working with wool and are looking for a new crafting addiction, this book will get you started on the wonderful hobby of needle felting. An Introduction to Needle Felting begins with a brief history of felting and felting /wool terms. You'll also get a handy list o...

What can the church today learn from the experience of the early church, particularly as recorded in the Book of Acts?The early church spread with remarkable speed, impelled by joy, urgency, profound compassion, and the day-to-day experience of working in the power of the Holy Spirit. Despite opposition at all levels, the first Christians expressed their love and wonder in acts of kindness, worship, and their eagerness to share the wholescale transformation that at...

Have you ever wanted to change the world? Authors Gavin and Anne Calver examine our culture and consider where we stand as the Church within it. Drawing on the narrative of Moses, they show how we can be Game Changers.God is very much at work in the world; He is doing new and different things by the power of His Spirit. The question is; do we want to join Him? If so, it's time to become Game Changers.Game Changers aims to inspire, equip and transform the li...

Piece modern home decor and gifts with these 18 projects that can help build your skills.Are you a sewist who wants to break into quilting? Or a quilter who'd like to turn your blocks into something a little more dimensional? Take a walk on the wild side with eighteen projects that combine the best of both worlds! Create useful gifts and home decor, including bright modern quilts, a pencil case, notebook cover, market bag, and more. Plus, explore new skills with eac...

As Gavin Calver had to discover for himself, you can't survive on inherited faith. He found it tough to be the son of a preacher man. Conscious of the eyes and expectations upon him, he got thrown out of Sunday school, slunk off to smoke in the car park during sermons, and eventually abandoned church entirely in favour of Wimbledon football club, girls and booze. Today - still a young man - he leads British Youth for Christ. His passion is to reach the generations that continue to be lost ...

Anti-Fascism, Gender, and International Communism provides a comprehensive history of the Comite mondial des femmes contre la guerre et le fascisme (CMF), an international women’s organisation concerned with confronting the impact of fascism on women and children across the globe.Women played an essential role in the international struggle against fascism during the interwar period, although a focus on the efforts of men and political figures by the historiography...

As you might expect from a company responsible for renting so many thrillers, there’s rarely a dull moment at LOVEFiLM.From start-up, through mergers and fast paced growth, culminating in a takeover by an internet giant, few corporate adventures encapsulate the archetypal modern business story as neatly as that of LOVEFiLM. In the 6 years from inception to the defining deal with Amazon, the company underwent a near constant process of change and evolution. They sim...

Henry Is Twenty: A Further Episodic History of Henry Calverly, 3rd by Samuel Merwin follows a sensitive and imaginative young man on the brink of adulthood as he struggles with self-discovery, societal pressures, and the complexities of young love. The story opens with Henry as a blend of awkwardness and vulnerability, preparing to face his twentieth year in the quaint village of Sunbury, Illinois. The narrative weaves his internal struggles with the vibrant life of the village, reflecting...

I thought having a baby would complete me. I was wrong.I believed I’d be a great parent and a natural 'mum’. I wasn't.I thought I’d know what to do. I didn’t.What happens when two become three? When sleep is a myth? When friends used to see you – but now see your baby? Is your identity lost in motherhood? Does your brain still work? ‘In those early years I could barely follow an episode of Peppa Pig,’ says Anne, ‘let alone pick up a Bible.’This book helps you ...

In "Henry Is Twenty," the protagonist, Henry Calverly, continues his journey into adulthood, exploring themes of ambition, identity, and the challenges of making one's way in the world. Set in the early 20th century, the novel presents a series of episodes that depict Henry’s experiences as he matures from a boy into a young man.Henry's life is marked by various adventures and encounters with a wide range of characters. Each episode in the novel reveals more about Henry's character and the...