Though her life was difficult, Hannah Whitall Smith's message was joyful. In the Christian's Secret of a Happy Life, she writes that "Jesus came to save you fully now, in this life, from the power and dominion of sin, and to deliver you altogether." Passionate and practical, Whitall Smith's classic of the Holiness movement focuses not on human effort but on simple, stubborn faith in the Savior and Sanctifier of the soul."Our part is the trusting," she writes, "it is His to...

An agnostic, on discussing the subject of religion with the author, told her: "If you Christians want to make us agnostics inclined to look into your religion, you must be more comfortable in the possession of it yourselves. The Christians I meet seem to me to be the most uncomfortable people anywhere around. I, for one, do not care to have that sort of religion." As a result, The God of All Comfort was written. Far from the abundant life promised by Christ, most Christians live i...

A complete and unabridged edition of the inspirational classic that has sold more than 10 million copies.

Armies and Political Change in Britain, 1660 -1750 argues that armies had a profound impact on the major political events of late seventeenth- and early eighteenth-century Britain. Beginning with the controversial creation of a permanent army to protect the restored Stuart monarchy, this original and important study examines how armies defended or destroyed regimes during the Exclusion Crisis, Monmouth's Rebellion, the Revolution of 1688-1689, and the Jacobite rebellions and plots...

This book is a short poem written from a Christian perspective about the death of a child. From being wonderfully knitted to being placed here on earth, to the angels' escort back Home, to our hope of a heavenly reunion, this poem beautifully illustrates God's wisdom and perfect plan for our lives, even in tragedy. The poem highlights a child's God-given life and that life returning to Heaven above. The verses in this book are accompanied by serene watercolor landscapes to create a calming...

Your friendly guide to financial successManaging your money and making informed financial decisions for you and your family can be challenging. You're not alone if you find it difficult to understand tax, plan for retirement, create a workable budget, or protect your wealth from unexpected events. This edition of Personal Finance For Dummies, tailored for a UK audience, offers an easy-to-read guide to improving your financial situation, no matter your inco...

The worst possible thing has happened. Priscilla’s sister has become the new duchess. Now, their mother holds Cenerentola’s success as the measuring stick that Priscilla can never live up to. All Priscilla wants is to escape the criticism that comes from living in Cenerentola’s shadow. Taking matters into her own hands, Priscilla hastily agrees to a marriage of convenience to Pietro, the baker.Pietro treats her differently than she has been taught to expect as the family imbecile. ...

God intends for you to be happy and fulfilled—that’s the encouraging message of the nineteenth-century classic The Christian’s Secret of a Happy Life. “Settle down on this one thing,” writes Hannah Whitall Smith, “that Jesus came to save you now, in this life, from the power and dominion of sin, and to make you more than conquerors through His power.” The exciting message of freedom—from the bondage of sin, to the life of Christ—is what has made The Christian’s Secret a f...

Why have Russian resorts sprung up in seaside towns in Northern Cyprus? What can Sarajevo's local politics tell us about Trump, Putin and Erdogan? How has the Syrian revolution turned the state into a new Cold War frontier?In Hinterlands, acclaimed correspondent Hannah Lucinda Smith reveals the hidden conflicts that underpin contemporary geopolitics. From Azerbaijan to the Adriatic, Kosovo to Nagorno-Karabakh, Transnistria to Georgia, these are the disputed territories tha...

God wants you to know how much He loves you. Drawing on many precious passages from the Bible, Hannah Whitall Smith reveals God’s tender feelings toward you and shows how He…Responds to your criesDefends you in dangerGuides your stepsHolds you closeHeals your broken heartQuiets your fearsNever deserts youRejoices over youLoves you unconditionallyExperience a new depth of intimacy wi...

‘Essential reading for anyone interested in Turkey and its future.’ Literary Review‘Essential reading full stop.’ Peter Frankopan‘It is a must.’ The TimesWho is Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and how did he lead a democracy on the fringe of Europe into dictatorship? How has chaos in the Middle East blown back over Turkey’s borders? And why doesn’t the West just cut off Erdogan and his regime?Offerin...

Have you ever felt disenchanted with life and wondered “Is this all there is?”Discover the lasting peace and freedom you’ve been searching for—not by striving harder or becoming “super spiritual,” but by learning to rest. The Secret of a Happy Life offers a practical, hope-filled path to overcoming anxiety, discouragement, and exhausting cycles of defeat through surrender, trust, and deeper spiritual renewal. Whether you come from...