"A fascinating account of formal gardens during the middle ages," including plants and their uses, features, tools, cultivation techniques, and more ( Books Monthly ).Medieval gardens usually rate very few pages in the garden history books. The general perception is still of small gardens in the corner of a castle. Recent research has shown that the gardens were larger than we previously believed. This book contains information and...

Together for the first time in a single volume, two of Dr. Michael L. Brown's groundbreaking works are ready to challenge a new generation of Christians to combat the status quo of a compromised church and a godless society.-----Have you ever wondered why you rarely-if ever-see the kinds of miracles today that were so common in the Bible? Whatever Happened to the Power of God? explores why so few of the seriously ill are healed, why apparent encounters with God's s...

During the century and a half of their power the Black Douglases earned fame as Scotland’s champions in the front line of war against England. On their shields they bore the bloody heart of Robert Bruce, the symbol of their claim to be the physical protectors of the hero-king’s legacy. But others saw the power of these lords and earls of Douglas in a different light. To their critics the Douglases were a force for disorder in the kingdom, lawless, arrogant and violent, whose power rested o...

Conditioned by a childhood surrounded by the rivalries of the Stewart family, and by eighteen years of enforced exile in England, James I was to prove a king very different from his elderly and conservative forerunners. This major study draws on a wide range of sources, assessing James I's impact on his kingdom. Michael Brown examines James's creation of a new, prestigious monarchy based on a series of bloody victories over his rivals and symbolised by lavish spending at court. He conclude...

Ireland 1649Nora, a young Irish heiress and her friend, Anne, lose family and friends through plague and Oliver Cromwell's cruel invading forces. Escaping with a valuable family document, Nora and Anne leave Ireland amidst a firefight that disfigures an English Captain—a man who swears eternal vengeance! Upon arrival in the American colonies, Nora and Anne experience humanity at its worst. Nora calls upon her inner strength to fight for her virtue and freedom—only to have her effort...

As well-known Christians announce a newfound loss of faith, other believers face increasing pressure or doubt. We feel let down, ashamed to question God's goodness, and in need of assurance of our faith and answers to our pain.From a leading voice on issues facing Christians today comes a frank and insightful discussion about whether it's okay to doubt God and what to do about it. Michael L. Brown answers the very toughest questions, such as· Why are people leaving the chur...

"Readers who enjoy plants and offbeat tales will find Brown's book a happy mix" ( Publishers Weekly).Mankind has always had a morbid fascination with poisonous plants. Over the centuries, poisonous plants have been used to remove garden pests—as well as unwanted rivals and deceitful partners. They have also been used for their medicinal qualities, as rather dangerous cosmetics, and even to help seduce a lover when perceived as an aphrodisiac. Some of these...

Plants were an essential part of medieval life. Most people lived in houses made of wood and thatch, which often accidentally burned down when they cooked their food or huddled over wood fires to keep warm. People wore linen clothing dyed with plants. They drank ale, cider and wine as they danced to music played on wooden instruments. Beauty, love and seduction could all be made easier with a few herbal preparations. If you became ill, plants provided many of the cures. The unwary may have...

Santa Mouse searches for his true Christmas talent in Santa’s workshop in this magical 8x8 storybook about finding your own special way to celebrate the holiday.Life at the North Pole is exciting and different for Santa Mouse, who has become Santa’s littlest helper. Santa Mouse is full of Christmas joy, so he can’t wait to find out the best way to help the others at Santa’s workshop. First, he tries his paws at toy making with the elves, but it’s not quite right. T...

Unlock the timeless art of crochet with the "Crochet for Beginners Bible."Whether you're a complete novice or looking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide is your key to mastering the craft and creating stunning projects with confidence and ease.From learning basic stitches to mastering intricate patterns, "Crochet for Beginners Bible

You want to pray but you do not have an hour to give. Between class, practice, the group chat that never stops, and the pressure to decide who you will become, 60 seconds is about all you can honestly afford. That is enough to change a life.One Minute with God for Catholic Teens gives you that 60 seconds. Michael Brown built this book for the teen in the locker room, the bedroom at 11 p.m., and the back pew who wants a real friendship with God without a program that collapses by Fe...

You get up before the house stirs, carry the weight of providing, come home to a family that needs you present, and by 10 p.m. your brain is still running through tomorrow. You meant to pray this morning and you told yourself you would start on Monday. This book closes the gap between intention and action.One Minute with Jesus for Christian Men is 365 morning prayers written as if you are speaking straight to Jesus. Michael Brown built each day around a single Scripture line, a 60 ...