Download or read book The Search for the Scepter written by Julie Dinges and published by Mascot Books. This book was released on 2020-08-04 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Princesses Rosalie and Scarlet went to bed on a breezy summer night, they didn't expect to awake to such a fright. Their father, the king's, scepter was taken by a thief. The royal family was in utter disbelief. The princesses sneak out of bed and find a small clue. Their mission is clear, they know what they must do. Along their journey, they meet friends who help them track the thief down. Will they find him and return the scepter to their father who wears the crown?

Download or read book Crown Sceptre written by Tracy Borman and published by Grove Atlantic. This book was released on 2022-02-22 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth look at the British monarchy that’s “a superb synthesis of historical analysis, politics, and top-notch royal gossip” (Kirkus Reviews). Since William the Conqueror, duke of Normandy, crossed the English Channel in 1066 to defeat King Harold II and unite England’s various kingdoms, forty-one kings and queens have sat on Britain’s throne. “Shining examples of royal power and majesty alongside a rogue’s gallery of weak, lazy, or evil monarchs,” as Tracy Borman describes them in her sparkling chronicle, Crown & Sceptre. Ironically, during very few of these 955 years has the throne’s occupant been unambiguously English—whether Norman French, the Welsh-born Tudors, the Scottish Stuarts, and the Hanoverians and their German successors to the present day. Acknowledging the intrinsic fascination with British royalty, Borman lifts the veil to reveal the remarkable characters and personalities who have ruled and, since the Restoration of the monarchy in 1660, more ceremonially reigned. It is a crucial distinction explaining the staying power of the monarchy as the royal family has evolved and adapted to the needs and opinions of its people, avoiding the storms of rebellion that brought many of Europe’s royals to an abrupt end. Richard II; Henry VIII; Elizabeth I; George III; Victoria; Elizabeth II: their names evoke eras and the dramatic events Borman recounts. She is equally attuned to the fabric of monarchy: royal palaces; the way monarchs have been portrayed in art, on coins, in the media; the ceremony and pageantry surrounding the crown. Elizabeth II is already one of the longest reigning monarchs in history. Crown & Sceptre is a fitting tribute to her remarkable longevity and that of the magnificent institution she represents. “Crown & Sceptre brings us in short, vivid chapters from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth herself, much of it constituting a dark record of bumping off adversaries, rivals and spouses, confiscating vast estates and military invasions…. [A] lucid, character-rich book.” —Minneapolis Star-Tribune “Borman’s deep understanding of English royalty shines.” —Chris Schluep, Amazon Editors’ Picks, The Best History Books of February 2022

Download or read book The Bastard King written by Dan Chernenko and published by ROC Hardcover. This book was released on 2004 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the loss of the Scepter of Mercy, the kingdom of Avornis has been threatened by its magic-wielding neighbors, until King Lanius and King Grus risk everything to bring the missing scepter home.

Download or read book This Scepter d Isle written by Mercedes Lackey and published by Baen Publishing Enterprises. This book was released on 2004-02-01 with total page 736 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DENORIEL: WARRIOR OF KORONOS; RIDER IN THE WILD HUNT . . . NURSEMAID Denoriel Siencyn Macreth Silverhair was a warrior in Koronos' band, a fierce rider in the Wild Hunt, but when he was summoned he came obediently to the valley of the FarSeers. A glow of power lifted about the crystal lens. "Here is the nexus of our future," said the FarSeer in the dress of ancient Greece, and a mist seemed to pass over the surface of the lens. A moment later, the surface cleared, and within it, Denoriel saw the image of a human infant, red-haired and scowling, swaddled in fine, embroidered linen and lace . . . and glowing with power. The babe was being held by a figure that Denoriel recognized¾the mortal king of England, Henry, eighth of that name. The lens misted again, and scene after scene played out briefly before him¾briefly, but enough to show him a future very bright for the mortals of England, a flowering of art, music, and letters, of great deeds, of exploration and bravery. Oh, there were problems¾¾twice, if Denoriel read the signs aright Spain sent a great fleet against England, only to be repulsed at minimal cost. But the troubles were weathered, the difficulties overcome, and the result was nearly an age of gold. "And this," said the lady of the ancient ways, "Is what will come to pass if that child does not reign." Fires . . . Black-robed priests, grim-faced and implacable, condemned scores, hundreds, to the Question, torturing their bodies until they would confess to anything, then burning what was left in front of silent onlookers. Others, whose intellects burned as brightly as the flames, did not need to be tortured; they confessed their sins of difference defiantly . . . and were also burned. In place of a flowering of art and science, came a blight. Darkness fell over the land, pressed there by the heavy, iron hand of Spain and the Inquisition. "You are the key to all of this." The FarSeer's emerald eyes held his. "The red-haired child of Great Harry of England must live, and thrive, and grow up to rule. You must go to it in the mortal world, and become its protector." "But I am a warrior, not a nursemaid¾" he said, feebly. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

Download or read book Adult Fairy Tales written by Bottolini and published by Bottolini. This book was released on 101-01-01 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An unhappy princess has her spirits lifted after meeting a horny toad, while an equally horny king discovers how hard it is to lose the hardness that is dearest to him. Evil spirits haunt a forest to take possession of the women who live on its edges, while a mute shoe shiner constantly abused by a whole village finally finds a way to take revenge on her tormentors, soon surpassing them in wickedness and sadism. The collection includes the following erotic short stories: – The Princess and the Long-Tongued Toad – The Not-Sleeping Beauty – The King Without a Scepter – The Haunted Forest – The Magic Amulet

Download or read book The Scepter and the Star written by John Joseph Collins and published by Anchor Bible. This book was released on 1995 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In The Scepter and the Star, John J. Collins turns to the Dead Sea Scrolls to shed new light on the origins, meaning, and relevance of messianic expectations. The first Christians were Jews who believed that Jesus of Nazareth was the messiah - the Christ; Christians could be called "followers of the messiah." Other Jews did not accept this claim, and so the Christians went their own way and grew into a separate religion. The disagreement about the identity of the messiah is the root difference between Judaism and Christianity." "The recent disclosure of the full corpus of the Dead Sea Scrolls now makes it possible to see this disagreement in a fuller context than ever before. The most stunning revelation of the new evidence is the diversity of messianic expectations in Judaism around the beginning of the common era. The Hebrew word "messiah" means "anointed one." According to the scrolls, the messiah could be a warrior king in the line of David, a priest, a prophet, or a teacher. He could be called "the Son of God." Jesus of Nazareth fitted the expectations some Jews of the time had of the messiah. The majority of Jews, however, had quite different expectations."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Download or read book 101 Bible Adventures written by Carolyn Larsen and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2012 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents one hundred one Bible stories and equates them to present day life.

Download or read book The Child s Story Bible written by Catherine F. Vos and published by Eerdmans Young Readers. This book was released on 1983-08-29 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of thousands of children throughout the world have been introduced to the riches of the Bible through this classic Bible storybook. First published seventy years ago, the much-loved Child's Story Bible continues to instruct and delight today's children and parents.

Download or read book Art and Risk in Ancient Yoruba written by Suzanne Preston Blier and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2017-11-02 with total page 793 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, Suzanne Preston Blier examines the intersection of art, risk and creativity in early African arts from the Yoruba center of Ife and the striking ways that ancient Ife artworks inform society, politics, history and religion. Yoruba art offers a unique lens into one of Africa's most important and least understood early civilizations, one whose historic arts have long been of interest to local residents and Westerners alike because of their tour-de-force visual power and technical complexity. Among the complementary subjects explored are questions of art making, art viewing and aesthetics in the famed ancient Nigerian city-state, as well as the attendant risks and danger assumed by artists, patrons and viewers alike in certain forms of subject matter and modes of portrayal, including unique genres of body marking, portraiture, animal symbolism and regalia. This volume celebrates art, history and the shared passion and skill with which the remarkable artists of early Ife sought to define their past for generations of viewers.

Download or read book NIV Discover God s Heart Devotional Bible written by Walk Thru the Bible, and published by Zondervan. This book was released on 2014-09-09 with total page 1586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experience a more intimate walk with God As you journey through this Bible from cover to cover, the NIV Discover God’s Heart Devotional Bible will help you through tough spots such as Numbers and Leviticus while giving you deeper understanding of the Scriptures and connecting you with the heart of its Author. You'll experience rich insights into the original contexts of Scripture, and God's heart will be unveiled in new ways. This Bible includes 312 engaging devotions to serve as your tour guide, walking you through Genesis to Revelation in manageable portions. Each devotion includes a summary section of the Scripture passage, an application section that reveals God's good heart, and an insight section that ties each passage into the rest of God's great story. As you experience God's Word through this NIV devotional Bible, you'll see his divine fingerprints from beginning to end, even in the most unexpected places - and you'll encounter a deeper, fuller picture of the Jesus you thought you knew. Whether you are starting out on your first steps or a seasoned traveler, let the NIV Discover God's Heart Devotional Bible open your eyes to God's good heart. Features: Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV) 312 engaging devotions

Download or read book The Big Picture Interactive Bible written by B&H Editorial Staff and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 2189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring the Bible to life for kids! As kids read the NKJV Big Picture Interactive Bible for Kids, they will see scenes from the Bible literally pop off the page via a free downloadable app that lets them view the images in an augmented-reality format. And they'll listen to a narration of the event by Jenna Lucado Bishop. This colorful, fully designed Bible meets children in the visual world they are so accustomed to by bringing Bible pages to life and showing young readers how they are a part of God's great story. Features include: Augmented Reality on 146 full-page color illustrations "Christ Connection" feature that shows how each Bible story points to Christ "Big Questions?" feature to tell kids what they want to know 100 Top Memory Verses for kids to learn "Seeing the Big Picture" feature that digs into key Bible stories and provides parents with discussion material "Big Words" feature that acts as a four-color Bible dictionary Introductions for every book of the Bible, written for kids to understand Complete text of the New King James Version Full-color maps on 8 pages Don't miss any of the products in the Big Picture brand, which includes The Big Picture Interactive Bible Storybook, The Big Picture Interactive Bible Stories in 5 Minutes, and The Big Picture Interactive Bible Stories for Toddlers.

Download or read book NKJV Daily Devotional Bible for Women Trade Paper written by Holman Bible Publishers and published by Holman Bible Publishers. This book was released on 2019-04-01 with total page 1712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Daily Devotional Bible for Women: NKJV Edition is designed to connect God’s Word with the deepest needs of your heart. One of the challenges of Bible reading is knowing where to start. Crafted by a culturally diverse team of women for women, the devotionals for women and other resources offer insights from multiple perspectives spanning various ages, backgrounds and experience. As a result, these NKJV Bibles for women provide a systematic plan for applying God’s wisdom and guidance for all stages of your life during daily Bible devotionals, daily Bible readings and in group settings. Features Included in this women’s devotional bible: Presentation Section featuring “Family Tree,” “Family Milestones,“ “The Ketubah,” and “My Spiritual Mothers” sections Introduction Articles on “A Pattern of Personal Quiet Time” and “The Christian Life” Full text of the New King James Version with preface Two-color interior with black-letter text A brief introduction to each book of the Bible that provides context for the readings within that book 365 devotions One extended passage for each day together with a focal verse A devotion based on the extended passage designed to emphasize some of the key truths and applications of that passage in daily life Space in the margin to indicate the date(s) you read that passage and to note insights this passage has NKJV concordance Daily Bible reading plan Smyth-sewn binding Full-color maps section Additional suggested resources The Daily Devotional Bible for Women: NKJV Edition features the beloved New King James Version (NKJV) translation. The NKJV is modern and easy-to-understand, a translation that captures the beauty and majesty of God’s Word in contemporary English yet retaining the purity and stylistic beauty of the original King James Version of the Holy Bible. Whether you’re looking for a modern Christian Bible, a women’s study Bible or a Bible to assist you during your daily devotions, NKJV Bibles help you deepen your relationship with God.

Download or read book The Perfect Love written by Ruth Myers and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2011-06-08 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WHERE CAN YOU FIND THE KIND OF LOVE YOU TRULY NEED? “If we want real love, ideal love, limitless love, God’s heart is where to find it. It’s the only love big enough to meet the God-sized needs of your life.” --Ruth Myers Most people–even those with a deep faith–fail to really grasp the incredibly deep and passionate love God has for them. Yet, while God’s love for us is beyond description, it doesn’t have to be beyond our experience. In The Perfect Love, Ruth Myers helps uncover the surprising, quiet clues and expressions in Scripture of just how much God loves you. With the expressions of prayer and praise at the end of each chapter, you’ll learn to experience God’s love more deeply and return it more fully in worship. And you’ll welcome a new sense of security, honor, and significance that comes from experiencing how God’s love — The Perfect Love–truly meets your deepest needs.

Download or read book NKJV Daily Devotional Bible for Women Purple Blue LeatherTouch written by Holman Bible Publishers and published by Holman Bible Publishers. This book was released on 2019-04-01 with total page 1712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Daily Devotional Bible for Women: NKJV Edition is designed to connect God’s Word with the deepest needs of your heart. One of the challenges of Bible reading is knowing where to start. Crafted by a culturally diverse team of women for women, the devotionals for women and other resources offer insights from multiple perspectives spanning various ages, backgrounds and experience. As a result, these NKJV Bibles for women provide a systematic plan for applying God’s wisdom and guidance for all stages of your life during daily Bible devotionals, daily Bible readings and in group settings. Features Included in this women’s devotional bible: Presentation Section featuring “Family Tree,” “Family Milestones,“ “The Ketubah,” and “My Spiritual Mothers” sections Introduction Articles on “A Pattern of Personal Quiet Time” and “The Christian Life” Full text of the New King James Version with preface Two-color interior with black-letter text A brief introduction to each book of the Bible that provides context for the readings within that book 365 devotions One extended passage for each day together with a focal verse A devotion based on the extended passage designed to emphasize some of the key truths and applications of that passage in daily life Space in the margin to indicate the date(s) you read that passage and to note insights this passage has NKJV concordance Daily Bible reading plan Smyth-sewn binding Full-color maps section Additional suggested resources The Daily Devotional Bible for Women: NKJV Edition features the beloved New King James Version (NKJV) translation. The NKJV is modern and easy-to-understand, a translation that captures the beauty and majesty of God’s Word in contemporary English yet retaining the purity and stylistic beauty of the original King James Version of the Holy Bible. Whether you’re looking for a modern Christian Bible, a women’s study Bible or a Bible to assist you during your daily devotions, NKJV Bibles help you deepen your relationship with God.

Download or read book A Companion to Renaissance and Baroque Art written by Babette Bohn and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-01-02 with total page 797 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Companion to Renaissance and Baroque Art provides a diverse, fresh collection of accessible, comprehensive essays addressing key issues for European art produced between 1300 and 1700, a period that might be termed the beginning of modern history. Presents a collection of original, in-depth essays from art experts that address various aspects of European visual arts produced from circa 1300 to 1700 Divided into five broad conceptual headings: Social-Historical Factors in Artistic Production; Creative Process and Social Stature of the Artist; The Object: Art as Material Culture; The Message: Subjects and Meanings; and The Viewer, the Critic, and the Historian: Reception and Interpretation as Cultural Discourse Covers many topics not typically included in collections of this nature, such as Judaism and the arts, architectural treatises, the global Renaissance in arts, the new natural sciences and the arts, art and religion, and gender and sexuality Features essays on the arts of the domestic life, sexuality and gender, and the art and production of tapestries, conservation/technology, and the metaphor of theater Focuses on Western and Central Europe and that territory's interactions with neighboring civilizations and distant discoveries Includes illustrations as well as links to images not included in the book

Download or read book Davidic Worship written by Rhoda Banks, LCSW and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2019-01-14 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Davidic Worship: Strategies for Breakthrough in the End Times, Rhoda Banks reveals how intimacy with God develops through worship. When we worship in spirit and truth, we allow God's spirit to reign in powerful demonstrations of healing, deliverance, and great power. The church will see a dramatic shift in the spiritual climate as praise leads the way to overturn the enemy's plans. As we sing a new song, we co-labor with our heavenly hosts to demolish strongholds and areas of resistance that have prevented us from breaking through.. When we begin to speak to our destinies that we are moving from lack and limitation to a place of fulfillment and restoration, we capture the sound waves that move us from despair to hope. Miracles ride on the waves of praise. For in this hour, God is synchronizing heaven and earth. He is bringing back what was originally lost in the garden and is restoring sounds that the enemy has captured and now reclaiming for His glory! Davidic worship emulates heavenly patterns of worship around the throne room. As heaven aligns with earth, a mighty outpouring of His spirit emerges. Revival fires are sparked as we join with our heavenly hosts, to see a fresh manifestation of God's glory in our midst.. Rhoda Banks is a licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice for the past nineteen years. Rhoda operates in a prophetic, revelatory gift. She has an anointing for song and has ministered on various worship teams throughout the years. She has sung in many choral performances throughout the Northeast, including Carnegie Hall in New York City. She is a songstress who desires that the body of Christ worship God in the beauty of His holiness and stay committed to Him. She is the author of Favor: The Purpose of Being Hidden and Dance as David Danced: The Return of Davidic Worship. Davidic Worship: Strategies for Breakthrough in the End Times is the updated, second edition of this published work.

Download or read book The Message Remix Pause written by and published by Tyndale House. This book was released on 2014-03-31 with total page 2093 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is God’s Word. Experience Him more deeply through daily readings that will take you through the Bible in one year, two years, or four years. With a book-at-a-time reading plan that immerses you in an Old Testament and a New Testament passage daily, this daily reading Bible also gives you time to pause with a time of reflection on the seventh day. Includes reflection questions as well as Eugene H. Peterson’s introduction to the Bible and to each individual book. These introductions set the stage for each book and help you understand that book’s unique message. Text taken from the best-selling The Message//REMIX.