The Celluloid Madonna is the first book to analyze the life of the Virgin Mary on screen from the silent era through to the present. For decades, Mary has caught the imagination of filmmakers from a r
Mack Bolan and a handful of operatives go undercover to terminate a revitalized Islamic murder cult that has merged ancient terror with modern technology to strike fear across the globe, starting with
In a revision of her 2009 PhD dissertation at Durham University, Woods analyzes an oracle concerning Moab, one of the strangest texts in the genre of oracles against the nations, as Christian scriptur
What if there were a way to measure your level of contentment; a life-fulfillment quotient if you will, and what if that level could be calculated using a mathematical algorithm that would yield a sin
As programmers, we’ve all seen source code that’s so ugly and buggy it makes our brain ache. Over the past five years, authors Dustin Boswell and Trevor Foucher have analyzed hundreds of examples of "
The Voice? Bible translation is a faithful dynamic translation of the Scriptures done as a collage of compelling narratives, poetry, song, truth, and wisdom. The Voice calls the reader to step into t
The Death of Scripture and the Rise of Biblical Studies examines the creation of the academic Bible. Beginning with the fragmentation of biblical interpretation in the centuries after the Reformation,
Jewish and Christian Scripture as Artifact and Canon constitutes a collection of studies that reflect and contribute to the growing scholarly interest in manuscripts as artifacts and witnesses to earl
Covers how to read the Bible in historical, literary, and theological context, highlighting the significance of its two-testament structure and its contribution to a doctrine of scripture.
In this groundbreaking work, Kwame Anthony Appiah, hailed as "one of the most relevant philosophers today" (New York Times Book Review), changes the way we understand human behavior and the way social
Did you know that the blood of Christ is mentioned more times in the New Testament than the cross or even the death of Christ? But what is the significance of this fact? What does it tell us about the
Cities speak, and this little book helps us understand their language. Consideringthe urban landscape not from the abstract perspective of an urban planner but from the viewpoint ofan attentive observ
Demystify and accurately interpret the National Electrical Code! Master all sections of the 2011 National Electrical Code (NEC) with the accurate, thorough coverage found only in Surbrook/Althouse's I
Sorting through a key code - whether it is the INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING, MECHANICAL, OR FUEL GAS CODES - can be a daunting task. So when a code update occurs, you may feel even more overwhelmed. Fortuna
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Follow the adventures of Bertie Wooster and his gentleman’s gentleman, Jeeves, in this stunning new edition of one of the greatest comic novels in the English language. When Aunt Dahlia demands that B
This collection of essays focuses on sacrifice in the context of Jewish and Christian scripture and is inspired by the thought and writings of Rene Girard. The contributors engage in a dialogue with G
Now updated to reflect the most current materials, technology, and design methods, the 2012 ICC PERFORMANCE CODE? FOR BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES presents readers with regulations based on outcome, rathe
Wesley (political studies, U. of Manitoba, Canada) attempts to unravel the unusual politics of the Canadian prairie provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. While all have common roots, their
Now in its third edition, this invaluable reference provides users all the information they need to avoid the most common building code violations — no matter the project. Using clear and concise lang
Daniel was written during a time when God’s people were struggling to discern how to remain faithful, even as their lives were dominated by the political and cultural forces of the Empire. Daniel’s ce
From one of the leading voices in Hebrew Bible interpretation for decades; his landmark works in Old Testament theology have inspired and informed a generation of students, scholars, and preachers.
The Rite of Penance was revised in accord with the second edition of theLectionary for Mass and the emendations required by the 1983 Code of Canon Law. al three forms, beginning with the Rite of Recon
Breaking the Tax Code is a must read for all taxpayers. If you work outside the tax accounting spectrum, chances are you have preconceived notions of the IRS and the Tax Code. Here is a book that will
Participant Workbook Revised and reformatted! Genesis to Jesus opens the door to deeper understanding of Scripture for all Catholics, especially those who find reading the Bible a daunting task. T
"But what does scripture say?? That question has echoed through a thousand debates in the life of the worldwide church. All churches have officially endorsed strong statements about the centrality of
"Follow the drugs."Her sister's last words shake FBI agent Heather Sloan to the core. They also convince her that the helicopter crash only Heather survived wasn't an accident. Sheriff's depu
"Follow the drugs."Her sister's last words shake FBI agent Heather Sloan to the core. They also convince her that the helicopter crash only Heather survived wasn't an accident. Sheriff's depu
The NEC is updated every 3 years with some of the anticipated changes include new requirements to sections while some of the changes include entirely new articles. Some changes are revisions to existi
The Doomsday Code: the third book in Alex Scarrow's exciting TimeRiders series Liam O'Connor should have died at sea in 1912. Maddy Carter should have died on a plane in 2010. Sal Vikram should have d
Code Choice in the Language Classroom argues that the foreign language classroom is and should be regarded as a multilingual community of practice rather than as a perpetually deficient imitator of a
Code Choice in the Language Classroom argues that the foreign language classroom is and should be regarded as a multilingual community of practice rather than as a perpetually deficient imitator of a
Whether you need information on a specific area or need to learn the NEC from cover to cover, Illustrated Guide to the National Electrical Code 5th Edition is your indispensable supplement to the NEC
Based on William Scott Wilson's definitive translation, adapted by scriptwriter and comic book/manga author Sean Wilson, and with lively drawings by well-known illustrator Chie Kutsuwada, this first-e
CODE SOURCE ? INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE? distinguishes itself from any other fire code resource on the market by pairing comprehensive coverage with supreme readability that makes quickly accessing nee
In his architectural and urban field study, Dieter Hassenpflug embarks on a journey through the boom towns of China in order to venture to the very 'heart' of the Chinese city. Frankfurter Allgemeine
This book represents a breakthrough approach to business education. Set against the gripping story of Luca Pacioli's discovery of the 'Hidden Code' of bookkeeping, the book presents an innovative step
As Sakura attempts to keep Rei from killing people, they are joined on a mission by Toki, another Code:Breaker. But under Toki’s affable exterior lies the heart of a ruthless executioner. And now all
