Contrary Imaginations was an original and suggestive study of two types of intelligent schoolboy – the converger with his preference for science and the diverger with his leaning towards the arts. In Frames of Mind, originally published in 1968, Liam Hudson extends and enriches this classification and begins to detect the existence of two subcultures. Within these it is not merely a question of leanings towards science or the arts as a vocation: respect for authority, mas...

First published in 1966, this title describes two types of clever schoolboy, the ‘converger’ and the ‘diverger’. The intellectual and personal differences between these two types are examined in detail. This description is used as the foundation for a more general discussion of the motives which lead men and women into the Arts or the Sciences, and of the qualities which enable some to think productively while others do not. Dr Hudson’s work is remarkable not only for the fresh light he th...

A hero haunted by war, driven by freedom, confronts the galaxy's darkest forces________________________The Sol System was conquered, and humans lived as slaves for 500 long years. Now, after years of brutal warfare, humanity has been liberated. Liberation, however, comes at a cost, and the Sol System has become nothing more than a puppet state for a vast galactic empire.For Jon Pike, a war hero who has lost everything, there is no s...

Book 2 of The Pike ChroniclesA battle weary Captain fighting for redemption.An impossible search for a scattered crew.Marines pushed beyond their limits.A heinous alien race bent on annihilation.When all is lost, a brave few dare to hope, and continue to fight for freedom. Do they struggle in vain? Or will they prevail?

In "A Ribband of Blue and Other Bible Studies," J. Hudson Taylor presents a series of analytical and devotional studies that explore the depth of Biblical texts through the lens of faith and spirituality. The book employs a reflective and contemplative literary style, interweaving personal anecdote with theological insight. Taylor's work emerges from the context of 19th-century missionary activity, reflecting a profound engagement with Scripture aimed at inspiring both personal devotion an...

In "Unfailing Springs," James Hudson Taylor offers a profound exploration of spiritual renewal and reliance on God's sufficiency amidst life's challenges. The narrative intertwines personal anecdotes with scriptural reflections, presenting a unique literary style characterized by its earnestness and simplicity. Taylor, a pivotal figure in the missionary movement of the 19th century, uses this work to illustrate the transformative power of faith, echoing the theological tenets of his time, ...

In "Unfailing Springs," James Hudson Taylor presents a profound exploration of spiritual sustenance amidst life's challenges. Written with evocative simplicity, this work integrates narrative storytelling with poignant reflections on faith and resilience. Taylor's eloquent prose, characterized by an earnest sincerity, places him firmly within the Victorian tradition of evangelical literature, while bridging the gap between personal experience and broader theological discourses. The book in...

In "Union and Communion; or, Thoughts on the Song of Solomon," James Hudson Taylor offers a profound exploration of spiritual intimacy through the allegorical lens of the biblical text. Written during the late 19th century, Taylor's work is distinguished by its lyrical prose, rich symbolism, and devotional fervor, effectively setting it within the broader context of Victorian spirituality and its emphasis on personal connection with the divine. Taylor delves into the complexities of the So...

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Discipline means training that teaches one to obey rules and control his behavior. Is this not what God does with us as believers? He allows circumstances and situations to happen in our lives to teach and train us. In this publication, we will look closely at the place of God's discipline in the Christian Life.

The blessed and glorious ever-virgin Mary, sprung from the royal stock and family of David, born in the city of Nazareth, was brought up at Jerusalem in the temple of the Lord. Her father was named Joachim, and her mOther Anna. Her father’s house was from Galilee and the city of Nazareth, but her mOther’s family from Bethlehem. Their life was guileless and right before the Lord, and irreproachable and pious before men. For they divided all their substance into three parts. One part they sp...

This sermon, although very short, is peculiarly interesting: how it was preserved we are not told; but it bears strong marks of having been published from notes taken by one of the hearers. There is no proof that any memorandum or notes of this sermon was found in the autograph of the preacher.In the list of Bunyan’s works published by Chas. Doe, at the end of the ‘Heavenly Footman,’ March 1690, it stands No. 44. He professes to give the title-page, word for word, as it was first p...