The policy, which for many yeares hath upheld the erring Church of Rome, hath clearly and manifestly been discovered by the many Errors which in severall times by sundry Synods or Generall Councells, (which commonly are but Apes of the Popes fancy, will, pleasure, and ambition) have been enacted into that Church. And for such purposes doth that man of Sinne, and Antichristian tyrant, keep constantly in Rome so many poor Pensionary Bishops as hounds at his table, smelling out his ambitious ...

In "The English-American, His Travail by Sea and Land: or, A New Survey of the West-India's," Thomas Gage presents a fascinating and vivid narrative of his journeys through the Caribbean and the American colonies in the early 17th century. Employing a rich and descriptive literary style, Gage combines personal anecdotes with broader observations about the geography, inhabitants, and cultural practices of the regions he encountered. This travelogue is not merely a documented account; it als...

Gage's Instructions brings together a remarkable array of 18th-century historical accounts and reflections that delve into the complexities of military strategy and colonial governance. This anthology skillfully weaves an intricate tapestry of letters and narratives, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the tumultuous events surrounding the early Revolutionary War period in America. The collection is notable for its varied literary styles, ranging from descriptive exposition to reflective...

In "The English-American, His Travail by Sea and Land: or, A New Survey of the West-India's," Thomas Gage presents a rich tapestry of travel literature that deftly blends personal narrative with detailed observations of the Caribbean and Central America during the early 17th century. Gage's vivid descriptions and engaging prose offer both scholarly insight and lively anecdotes, providing readers with an immersive experience of the diverse cultures, landscapes, and peoples encountered on hi...

A Journall of Three thousand and Three hundred Miles within the main Land of AMERICA. Wherin is set forth his Voyage from Spain to St. John de Ulhua; and from thence to Xalappa, to Tlaxcallan, the City of Angeles, and forward to Mexico; With the description of that great City, as it was in former times, and also at this present. Likewise his Journey from Mexico through the Provinces of Guaxaca, Chiapa, Guatemala, Vera Paz, Truxillo, Comayagua; with his abode Twelve years about Guatemala, a...

On a sweltering, pitch-black night something unimaginable is waging war on a small Midwestern town. For Sheriff Dan Parker, the nightmare is only just beginning. Now not only must he battle against something that should not possibly exist but his own troubled past as well. When the truth is finally revealed, it is more terrifying than anyone could have predicted. With the clock ticking down, Sheriff Parker must find a way to end the horrifying path of destruction before it is too late to save ...

The Hizmet Movement and Peacebuilding assesses the peacebuilding implications and societal impact of the Hizmet Movement, characterized as a pacifist and inclusive expression of Islam. With a range of both supporters and critics, the studies of the Hizmet Movement presented in these cases provide a counter to negative stereotypes with examples of positive educational institutions rooted in Islamic values. The book includes contributions from scholars and practitioners around the world that...

First published in 1928.'Can be safely named unique and can never quite lose its value.' Times Literary Supplement.'This should be bought not borrowed.' Saturday ReviewThe publication in 1648 of the first authentic account of the provinces of New Spain and Central America by a well-known and educated Englishman excited widespread interest, and The English-American found many readers even though the country was in the midst of revolution. It played an ...

Published in 1928, this exploration of the accounts of missionary Thomas Gage, edited by A.P.Newton, accounts the arduous journey around the Americas that Thomas Gage took to spread Christian teaching.