The Ottoman Empire by Halil İnalcık6/12/2023 The book also examines the Islamization of Ottoman state laws under Suleyman the Lawgiver and the position of the Greek Orthodox Patriarch under the Ottomans. On the subject of sultans and their policies, it scrutinizes Osman’s appearance as a charismatic leader in the Bithynia frontier region after the battle of Bapheus (Koyun-Hisar), as well as the decision-making process in Ottoman government. The book first explores historiographical issues by examining prevailing views on the periodization of Ottoman history as well as the life and work of ‘Āshiḳ Pashazāde. “The Ottomans, in order to carry on a world-wide struggle for conquest in both the East and the West, were obliged to maintain all their resources in a state of permanent readiness and at the disposal of a single will.” HALİL İNALCIK This book collects together İnalcık’s pioneering works dealing with early Ottoman history, focusing on the role of sultan, society and economy and drawing on Ottoman archival materials.
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The hammer of god giertz6/12/2023 In the words of the liturgy, Savonius asked, “Believest thou that God hath given his ordained servants authority in his church through his holy Word to forgive sins, and that my forgiveness is God’s forgiveness?” Now the confession of sins was finished. I would recommend it be read by every Christian, but especially pastors. It shows their struggle and growth to live by grace amidst the false gospels of their day, even as they try to lead confessing believers through the nitty-gritty trials of life so that they too might find life and peace through God’s grace. It’s the fictional stories of three Lutheran ministers across three different time periods, coming to a true saving knowledge of Christ as the reality of the gospel hammers apart the hardness of their hearts. Last year, Justin Taylor introduced me to the Bo Giertz’ book, The Hammer of God. Inside the Bone Box by Anthony Ferner6/12/2023 Alyson can explain how she feels but I doubt that either could explain their own behaviour. Who knows what really goes on ‘inside the bone box?’ Nicholas can explain, from a neurological perspective, how the brain works. Each addicted to self-destructive behaviour, each aware of the risks. Neither character is particularly likeable, but both are recognisable. Nicholas as observer, perhaps, while Alyson is kept focussed by her anger. Nicholas’s chapters draw their titles from events or memories largely external to Nicholas but in which he participates, while Alyson’s chapters have only her name. Mr Ferner alternates chapters between Nicholas and Alyson. Both Nicholas and Alyson are aware that change is needed, and while they work towards the what and the how, they reflect on the past. Two unhappy people, each with addiction issues, each with security issues, each blaming each other (and others) for the problems they have. Alyson, who despises him for his weight gain, has an alcohol addiction. ‘Operating was now the only thing, other than eating, that gave him a sense of purpose and identity, and if he continued to gain weight, he’d sooner or later be unable to continue.’ He is morbidly obese and although he’s largely been able to ignore the impact of his obesity on his marriage, he can’t ignore the limitations it’s starting to impose on his professional life. Nicholas Anderton is a consultant neurosurgeon. ‘He walked slowly any kind of exercise seemed a form of expiation.’ The quincunx by charles palliser6/12/2023 ‘ Grips like steel… it’s a book to make you miss your stop on the bus or the train, keep you up at night and wake you early… a formidable achievement’ Kaleidoscope, BBC Radio 4 The second Part of the unputdownable classic, The Quincunx, is the ideal read for fans of S.J. Life is never so easy, and cruelty, danger and disease are never far away. And a way out of debt and disaster seems to offer itself with a momentous decision, one that will shape everything: to sell the most valuable thing they own. Taking refuge with the Isbister family, they flee upon discovering a shocking dark side to their hosts.īut then their luck seems to change when they discover the hospitable Miss Quilliam. Desperate times and darker mysteries abound in this extraordinary historical thrillerWith their savings rapidly running out, and the world turning against them, John and his mother are pursued by bailiffs and forced to move. The Last Devil by Signe Toksvig6/12/2023 When she discusses the spiritual crisis that launched Swedenborg’s visionary writings, Toksvig devotes several chapters to putting his experience in the context of both psychology and parapsychology before systematically examining his theology in the context of his life.Īn introduction by the Reverend Brian Kingslake, added to a 1983 edition, provides a Swedenborgian perspective and retrospective on a work that remains a fascinating, informative look at Swedenborg’s world. While most biographies of Swedenborg tend to focus on his later theological period, Toksvig takes care to examine his childhood and early scientific training, providing details found in few other places. The New Sign of the Zodiac CircleVasilis Kanatas, Devils Punch: A Corine. Toksvig uses meticulous research to paint a vivid picture not only of Swedenborg’s life, but of the people and places that surrounded him. Scientist and Mystic (Biography Index Reprint Series)Signe Toksvig. This classic biography of Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-≡772), first published in 1948, gives us a sharp, witty, personal insight into the life of the Swedish scientist and theologian. After all, she’s grown bored with a never-ending line of suitors over the past three years.Īnd when Gareth gives Hyacinth his grandmother’s diary to translate, she’s even more curious. Clair at the annual Smythe-Smith musicale, his personality is challenging enough to keep her interested. When the stubborn and competitive Hyacinth Bridgerton meets Gareth St. Quinn’s most popular series, the eight Bridgerton books are set between 18 and follow the eight children of the late Viscount Bridgerton as they navigate love, marriage, and the societal pressures–and drama–of English nobility. So grab a cozy blanket and a tub of Ben and Jerry’s and get ready to make your way through all the historical romance a person could want. Whether you read them in order, read the best first, or skip to the steamy scenes, there’s something here for every romance lover. Although to be clear, even the books at the bottom of the list are still very well-loved by readers, don’t worry. Julia Quinn, the best-selling author of the Bridgerton books, has a whole bunch of other series you can sink your teeth into.įor your reading–ahem–pleasure, I have compiled a list of all of Quinn’s books and ranked them from most to least loved series (and books within the series). If you’re like me and can’t read the books once you’ve seen the show or movie version, I have great news for you. The Affinity Bridge by George Mann6/11/2023 Sir Maurice Newbury and his assistant Veronica Hobbes investigate an airship crash in Victorian London. So begins an adventure quite unlike any other, a thrilling steampunk mystery and the first in the series of "Newbury & Hobbes" investigations. Meanwhile, Scotland Yard is baffled by a spate of grisly murders and a terrifying plague is ravaging the slums of the city. When an airship crashes in mysterious circumstances, Sir Maurice and his recently appointed assistant Miss Veronica Hobbes are called in to investigate. For this is also a world where ghostly policemen haunt the fog-laden alleyways of Whitechapel, where cadavers can rise from the dead and where Sir Maurice Newbury, Gentleman Investigator for the Crown, works tirelessly to protect the Empire from her foes. Airships soar in the skies over the city, whilst ground trains rumble through the streets and clockwork automatons are programmed to carry out menial tasks in the offices of lawyers, policemen and journalists.īut beneath this shiny veneer of progress lurks a sinister side. Its people are ushering in a new era of technology, dazzled each day by new inventions. Welcome to the bizarre and dangerous world of Victorian London, a city teetering on the edge of revolution. Kwaide by Gillian Andrews6/11/2023 The second is about a hunter turning priest because he killed a male duck and the female duck came to his dream in a form of a woman and told him that she will kill herself because he killed her husband, and she did. The first story is about a man called Hoichi the earless because he got involved into a spirit trap he touched where he wasn't supposed to and the only way for his survival was to turn to a priest. The stories are fairly simple upon reading but evoke more considerable messages and views. Kwaidan is a collection of Japanese strange stories mostly based on supernatural superstition and Buddhist religious beliefs with a hint of history involved. We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. Hons and Rebels by Jessica Mitford6/11/2023 'Fatal Attraction' Ending Explained: Who Killed Alex? And Will There Be A Season 2? Stream It Or Skip It: 'Wanda Sykes: I'm An Entertainer' On Netflix, Where The Comedian Proves She Can Do More Than Just Entertain Owen Wilson Tore Into Jason Sudekis And His Poor Eating Habits On Set of 'Hall Pass': "You’ll Just Put Anything in Your Body, Huh?" Stream It Or Skip It: 'Asterix and Obelix: The Middle Kingdom' on Netflix, a Middling Sort-of Reboot of a Longstanding French Franchise Stream It Or Skip It: 'Sarah Silverman: Someone You Love' On Max, Still One Of The All-Time Great Dirty Jewish Comedians Gwyneth Paltrow Recalls "British Press Being So Horrible" After Her 'Shakespeare in Love' Oscar Win: "Totally Overwhelming" Stream It Or Skip It: 'Royalteen: Princess Margrethe' on Netflix, the Second in a Series of DOA Norwegian Teen Romances Seth Rogen Slams Streaming Service Execs for Their "Secretiveness" and "Insane Salaries": "Thank God for These Labor Unions" Judge Throws out 'Romeo and Juliet' Underage Nude Scene Lawsuit, Says It Is Protected by the First Amendment Finders Keepers by Craig Childs6/11/2023 " Finders Keepers may be most tender and ferocious dissection.If you have ever ached to possess - or lost what you believed you possessed to change, time or someone else - you may find yourself equally possessed by Childs's razor-edge analysis and compassion."- Mary Sojourner, Psychology Today This nicely wrought, even poetic book about archeological excavation and the variety of people who are passionate about the past and its artifacts will fascinate everyone from high school students to professional archaeologists digging in the field. "This is a delightful account of the complicated world of archeology by an author who loves (one might say is borderline obsessed with) the past. "Reads almost like a thriller, chock-full of vendettas, suicides and large scale criminal enterprises dedicated to the multimillion-dollar trade in antiques."- NPR, "Weekend All Things Considered" He doubts others as he doubts himself, a beautiful inverse of the golden rule."- Susan Salter Reynolds, Los Angeles Times a fascinating book, full of swashbuckling pothunters, FBI raids, greasy museum curators who don't really care and many, many other characters.Childs looks at moral issues from varied angles. " a desert ecologist who also happens to be a fine storyteller. "Craig Childs understands epiphanies, and he beautifully captures them.along with the moral ambiguities that come from exposing a long-hidden world."- George Johnson, New York Times Book Review |