This anthology edited by Philip Schaff, a renowned ecclesiastic historian, includes the most important works by early Christian theologians. Their comportment and sacrifice, their lectures and preaching, their moral values, and their understanding of Christianity and its most precious messages - shaped the foundations of the Christianity, helping it spread throughout the Roman Empire and beyond its borders during the first centuries after the death of Jesus. The edition includes: Volume I:...

This poetry book was written specifically to convey personal sentiments and act as an interactive and enlightening literary work, one which sheds light on crucial, and in some cases controversial topics, those to which we need to pay mindful attention. My desire was to give life to the poet within, by using this medium as a catalyst to share insight from a personal, experienced based perspective and inspire each readerAdditionally, the book expresses numerous thought provoking ideas...

The dead seldom begin with words. They begin with sound.A knock in the wall.A rap beneath the floorboards.Three sharp blows in the dark when no living hand is near.The Dead Do Not Knock Once is a gripping nonfiction history of one of the oldest and most unsettling forms of haunting: the mysterious sounds said to come from the dead. From death knocks in old folklore to the birth of modern Spiritualism, from the Fox sis...

"The Sweating Sickness" by John Caius is a significant historical text that delves into the mysterious illness that plagued England during the 16th century. Caius, a physician and a prominent figure in the study of medicine, provides a detailed account of the symptoms, progression, and impact of this enigmatic disease. His observations are not only medical but also reflect the social and cultural context of the time, offering insights into how society responded to health crises. The work i...

"De Canibus Britannicis: Of Englishe Dogges" is a seminal work by John Caius that explores the various breeds of dogs native to Britain. Written in a detailed and systematic manner, the book serves as both a scientific study and a practical guide for dog enthusiasts. Caius meticulously categorizes different breeds, providing insights into their characteristics, behaviors, and uses. His observations reflect a deep appreciation for dogs, showcasing their roles in society, from hunting compan...

Caius Memmius (140s BC – 100 BC), commonly nicknamed Mordax, "Biting" was a Roman politician and orator.Elected tribune of the plebs in 111 BC, he was instrumental in relaunching the Jugurthine War after Jugurtha’s surrender. During his tribunate, he accused the consul Lucius Calpurnius Bestia, the senator Marcus Aemilius Scaurus and other aristocrats of accepting bribes from King Jugurtha.In 100 BC, Memmius was a candidate for the consulship, but was slain in a riot...

Autobiographical works can take many forms, from the intimate writings made during life that were not necessarily intended for publication (including letters, diaries, journals, memoirs, and reminiscences) to a formal book-length autobiography.Reading an autobiography can offer a unique insight into a world and experience very different from your own — and these real-life stories are even more entertaining, and stranger, than fiction. Take a glimpse into the lives of some of the wor...

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In a world teetering on the brink of collapse, survival isn’t just about outlasting the end. It’s about what you fight for, and who you’ll sacrifice along the way.When Kael Ivor’s city, Crystallis, begins to crumble under the weight of its failing systems, he’s forced to confront a truth he never wanted to face: the future is no longer in the stars, it’s on Earth. Together with his brilliant younger sister, Aerin, and a ragtag group of unlikely allies, Kael will do whatever it take...

The Epidemics of the Middle Ages is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of the devastating plagues and infectious diseases that swept across Europe and neighboring regions during the medieval period. Drawing on a wide array of historical sources, medical treatises, chronicles, and eyewitness accounts, the book meticulously traces the origins, spread, and impact of various epidemics, including the infamous Black Death, leprosy, smallpox, and other lesser-known outbreaks. The author de...

The Sweating Sickness: A Boke or Counseill Against the Disease Commonly Called the Sweate or Sweatyng Sicknesse is a historical medical treatise originally published in the 16th century, offering practical advice and guidance for the prevention and treatment of the mysterious and deadly epidemic known as the sweating sickness. This book, attributed to the renowned physician John Caius, provides a detailed account of the symptoms, progression, and possible causes of the disease that swept t...

TIME OF CONTACT Edition 1.8 expanded and updated in 2020 is inspired by the idea that we must try to save ourselves and our civilisation by urgently replacing most of our existing energy-generation and transportation propulsion systems with new, powerful and clean alternative technologies. Many reports of high-performance, alien aerospace and underwater craft suggest they already have everything we need. However, a fresh approach to try to understand (and copy) how the ali...