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...

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, ...

This third installment in the hilarious and highly-illustrated full-color Superpower Field Guide series features the silly-looking, surprisingly fierce Ostrich. This two-toed torpedo may have the largest eyes of any animal on dry land, but it can outrun most horses!Meet Eno, an ordinary ostrich living in the Serengeti, a corner of the African savanna. But there's something you should know: Even ordinary ostriches are extraordinary. And that includes Eno.I k...

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...

This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. It is indexed chronologically and by category, making it easier to access individual books, stories and poems. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of contents and footnotes. The collection is complimented by an author biography.This Collectio...

This collection was designed for optimal navigation on eReaders and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically, chronologically and by category, making it easier to access individual books. This collection offers lower price, the convenience of a one-time download, and it reduces the clutter in your digital library. All books included in this collection feature a hyperlinked table of contents and footnotes. The collection is complimented by an author biography.This Collection I...

Soldier, spy and poet, Sir Philip Sidney remains an enigmatic figure of the Elizabethan world, whose diverse and inspiring works helped to shape the course of English literature throughout the Renaissance, in spite of his tragic early death. The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literature’s finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents Sidney’s complete works for the first time in digital publishing history, with beautiful illustrations, Davis’ seminal biograp...

Begun as an ambitious project by the versatile English courtier, diplomat, philosopher, and author Geoffrey Chaucer in the 14th century, "The Canterbury Tales" follows a group of people on their pilgrimage to the Cathedral of Saint Thomas á Becket. The Prologue introduces all of the pilgrims in great detail, and through these descriptions Chaucer provides the entire spectrum of social classes and professions of his time. When the group stops at an inn and the innkeeper introduces a competi...

“Doctor Faustus” or “The tragical history of the life and death of Doctor Faustus” is a play by Christopher Marlowe first performed in 1594 and published in 1604. “Doctor Faustus” is adapted from the German “Faust”. Faustus is bored; he has reached the limits of knowledge in many disciplines. He asks his servant to call on two famous magicians. These magicians explain to him how to call on the Good angel and the Bad angel. Then Mephistophilis, Lucifer’s servant, appears and talks to Faustu...

Christopher Marlowe's 'Doctor Faustus' is a seminal work of Elizabethan literature, written in blank verse and exploring themes of ambition, power, and the consequences of making a pact with the devil. The play's literary context is rooted in the Renaissance humanism of the late 16th century, with Marlowe drawing upon classical myths and Christian theology to craft a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition. The use of soliloquies and dramatic irony adds depth to the charact...