Narratives of a descent to the underworld, of the sights to be seen and the punishments meted out there, have kept a hold on the popular imagination for millennia. The legacy from doctrinal warnings and the deep-set literary markers that identify a place of suffering and alienation continue to stimulate creative exchange and critical thinking. Such work takes risks: it braves the dark and questions the past.The contributions in this volume reflect on the exigency of hell in the stor...

This definitive textbook provides accessible information on best practice for assessing the needs and strengths of vulnerable children and their families. It explores the challenges that practitioners face routinely - with suggestions as to how to address them - as well as the established areas for assessment, of children's developmental needs, parenting ability and motivation, and socio-economic factors.This new edition has been extended substantially to include recent practice, p...

From the visual and textual art of Anglo-Saxon England onwards, images held a surprising power in the Western Christian tradition. Not only did these artistic representations provide images through which to find God, they also held mystical potential, and likewise mystical writing, from the early medieval period onwards, is also filled with images of God that likewise refracts and reflects His glory. This collection of essays introduces the currents of thought and practice that underpin th...

In the heart of every equestrian beats a story of challenge, resilience, and profound transformation. "A Difficult Horse - A Tribute to the Horses That Changed Us" is a collection of these stories, a testament to the horses that began as challenges and became our greatest teachers. Crafted from the reflections of diverse equestrians, this book is more than just a compilation of tales; it's a journey through the trials and triumphs that bind us to these special animals.Each page is ...