"In the Old Testament we read God's word as it was spoken to his people Israel. Today, thousands of years later, we hear in these thirty-nine books his inspired and authoritative message for us."These twin convictions, shared by all of the contributors to The New International Commentary on the Old Testament, define the goal of this ambitious series of commentaries. For those many modern readers who find the Old Testament to be strange and foreign soil, the NICOT series serves as an...

Engaging, perceptive, and academically thorough, the NEW BEACON BIBLE COMMENTARY will expand your understanding and deepen your appreciation for the meaning and message of each book of the Bible. Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, this indispensable commentary provides pastors, professional scholars, teachers, and Bible students with a critical, relevant, and inspiring interpretation of the Word of God in the 21st century. EACH VOLUME FEATURESCONTEMPORARY SCHOLARSHIP from n...

The Irish mythology–inspired fantasy romance that’s captivating readers worldwide.The Violet Raven is a slow-burn, he-falls-first, high-stakes historical fantasy romance rooted in ancient Irish mythology—perfect for fans of Outlander, The Last Kingdom, and A Discovery of Witches—where forbidden love ignites in the shadow of prophecy, gods walk among mortals, and a girl bound by fate must rise to claim the legacy of the Raven Queen.1823Triona Sinclair was never meant...

If three's a crowd, then what's four? A happily ever after.All my life, my parents bounced around hippie communes, dragging me along for the shroom-fueled ride. When they announced we were moving again, I expected more of the same—group cabins, rundown shacks, or flimsy yurts. But Eternal Sun was nothing like the other places. It was a dream come true.Until that dream plummeted into a nightmare.When the leader of the luxurious wellness center shared...

Contemporary Coloproctology covers colorectal surgery, as practiced today, in an easily accessible format with emphasis on bringing key facts rapidly into focus. It is ideal reading both for the medical trainee and the practicing colorectal surgeon.As well as a succinct presentation of the current colorectal knowledge base, each chapter contains practical advice and pearls of wisdom from established practicing clinicians. A unique feature of the format is the identificatio...

This guide to the emerging language of creative industries field is a valuable resource for researchers and students alike. Concise, extensively referenced, and accessible, this this is an exceptionally useful reference work.- Gauti Sigthorsson***, Greenwich University***"There could be no better guides to the conceptual map of the creative industries than John Hartley and his colleagues, pioneers in the field. This book is a clear, comprehensive an...

Between 1993 and 1995 John Hartley and his alter ego Johny Nocash led the Irony Board(s) on a journey with an intended destination of fame and fortune. The paths of life do not always lead in the desired direction, however. Described at the time by renowned music journalist Martin Aston as "bittersweet, naive, hook-lined, captivating, unpretentious, clever - but not clever-clever - and deserving of more widespread attention", the Irony Board's tales of love, lust and signing on are recount...

"Seets i' Paris" is a travel narrative and observational work that explores Paris through the eyes of a visitor. The book provides a detailed and often humorous account of Parisian life, capturing the essence of the city as seen by an outsider.Hartley’s writing offers readers a blend of personal reflections, cultural observations, and vivid descriptions of Parisian society. The book covers various aspects of city life, including its landmarks, social customs, and the interactions between l...

Seasonal Adjustments is the first collection of poems written by John Hartley. Taking the reader through the year with a mix of humour and reflection, the anthology considers themes including the natural world, well-being, family and weather.Although this is his first formal foray into the world of published poetry John's history is littered with rhyme, largely through lyrical writing to accompany musical melody. He grew up reading the works of McGough, Larkin, Rosen, Hughes, Hardy...

"Yorksher Puddin'" is a collection of dialect stories written by John Hartley, a Yorkshire writer known for his portrayal of Yorkshire life and dialect. The book features some of Hartley's most popular stories, written in the Yorkshire dialect, which captures the unique speech patterns and expressions of the region.John Hartley was a 19th-century writer who became well-known for his humorous and insightful portrayals of Yorkshire characters and their everyday experiences. His stories often...

The five were squeezed into the bright yellow Renault heading eastwards. The roads were quiet and Wilf, sandwiched between his cousins in the back, had a good view of the countryside his dad had talked so fondly of. The car rattled onwards before, on the cusp of a sharp bend, Edward slammed on the brakes causing Wilf to lurch forward between the two front seats.At the age of 18 Wilf Hughes has survived childhood, studying for A-levels, and being shot at when all he wanted to do was...

When Wilf wanted something to kill time during lunchtimes, he didn't anticipate his boredom might lead to sharing the stage with the greatest band of a generation. But neither did he expect that Danny would end up causing him to run for his life. The Manchester music scene of the late 1980s could be magical for a boy like Wilf, but roses often come with thorns attached. Would you be able to resist the opportunity of a lifetime?The Broken Bottle is the first of a fictional trilogy w...