In 'Curialia Miscellanea, or Anecdotes of Old Times', Samuel Pegge presents a compelling exploration of historical anecdotes and curiosities from the late medieval and early modern periods. The book is characterized by its blend of meticulous scholarship and engaging prose, drawing from a rich tapestry of sources that bring to life the societal customs, governance, and everyday experiences of past centuries. Pegge's narrative style, both erudite and accessible, invites readers to reflect o...

Forme of Cury was the name given by Samuel Pegge to a roll of cookery written by the Master Cooks of King Richard II of England. It is an extensive collection of medieval English recipes and is by far the most well-known medieval guide to cooking.

The Forme of Cury: A Roll of Ancient English Cookery Compiled is one of the oldest and most significant cookbooks in the English language, originally compiled by the master cooks of King Richard II of England in the late 14th century. This remarkable manuscript offers a fascinating glimpse into the culinary practices, tastes, and social customs of medieval England’s royal court. The book contains over 190 recipes, ranging from elaborate meat dishes and savory pies to sweet confections and ...

Having lived through a horrific, life-changing experience, Pegge Golden shares in detail the darkest moments of her life and faith. A tragic accident brought thirty years of anguish within her spirit, soul, and body that no one could prepare for. Awaken is not only her testimony but records the many levels of faith she climbed to overcome all. Pegge's story will bring encouragement that no matter what trials or tribulations come to you or someone you love, there is hope and power ...

"Looking back now it was significant that the man who played Hamlet became a professor of dentistry while I became a professional actor. It set a template for the way my career unfolded." Hilarious, charming and self-effacing, meet Edmund Pegge, one of Australia's most prolific supporting actors. Travelling between England and Australia and working on stage, in film and on television for over fifty years, Ed Pegge knows all the tricks and all the trials of a working actor's life. He regale...

Samuel Pegge's "Curialia Miscellanea, or Anecdotes of Old Times" is an engaging collection that delves into the often-overlooked facets of historical court life and culture in England. Structured as a series of anecdotes, Pegge employs a rich, descriptive literary style that interweaves humor with insight, inviting readers into the intrigues, ceremonies, and eccentricities that defined the medieval and Tudor courts. The work stands out not only for its engaging storytelling but also for it...

This collection, first published in 1868, includes: John Russell's Boke of Nurture, c. 1460 Wynkyn de Worde's Boke of Keruynge, 1513; The Boke of Curtasye, c. 1460; R. Weste's Booke of Demeanor, 1619; Seager's Schoole of Vertue, 1557; The Babees Book, 1475; Aristotle's ABC, 1430; Urbanitatis, c. 1460; Stans Puer ad Mensam; The Lytylle Childrenes Lytil Boke, c. 1480; For to serve a Lord; Symon's Lesson of Wysedome for all Maner Chyldryn; The Birched School-Boy, c. 1500; plus short related i...

Public attention was first drawn to the Paston Letters in the year 1787, when there issued from the press two quarto volumes with a very lengthy title, setting forth that the contents were original letters written ‘by various persons of rank and consequence’ during the reigns of Henry VI., Edward IV., and Richard III. The materials were derived from autographs in the possession of the Editor, a Mr. Fenn, of East Dereham, in Norfolk, who was well enough known in society as a gentleman of li...

This beautiful four-color book opens the eyes of women to see themselves the way God sees them. Many don't even know that they are daughters of the King - chosen to be His Princess. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, they trade in their fairy-tale dreams of being cherished for a tarnished identity fashioned by their own insecurities and the mixed-up messages of the media. Now, these tenderly adoring letters written from God's persepective demonstrate that every woman is beautiful j...

The most complete of all remaining surviving fragments sections of The Canterbury Tales, the First Fragment contains some of Chaucer's most widely enjoyed work. In The General Prologue, Chaucer introduces his pilgrims through a set of speaking portraits, drawn with a clarity that makes no attempt to conceal their peculiarities. The four tales that follow - those of the Knight, Miller, Reeve and Cook - reveal a wide variety of human preoccupations: whether chivalrous, romantic or simply sex...

You Can Get Free—and Stay FreeDo you have trouble breaking sinful habits or suffer from mental and emotional struggles? Do you desire to get free and stay free from the enemy's cycles of bondage?David Hernandez has more than 20 years of ministry experience dedicated to the Holy Spirit, prayer, and spiritual warfare. He has seen thousands permanently set free from the enemy’s crippling attacks.In Holy Spirit: The Bondage Breaker, David Herna...

Andrew Marvell was a leading metaphysical poet, whose technical genius and scathing wit firmly establish him as a leading literary figure of the seventeenth century. The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literature's finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents Marvell’s complete poetical works, with beautiful illustrations and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Marvell's life and works* C...