Bruce Gordon delves into the religious cultures of late medieval and early modern Europe, with a particular focus on the Reformation in German-speaking lands. His scholarship examines the intricate processes of church reform, theological exchange, and the shaping of new beliefs across the diverse landscape of the European continent. Gordon analyzes the forces that influenced these pivotal historical events, considering both the roles of key figures and broader societal and cultural currents. His research illuminates how these reform movements manifested in various regions and their impact on the formation of religious identity and intellectual life during that era.
Exploring the profound impact of a revered text, this global history delves into its origins, evolution, and the various interpretations across cultures and time periods. It examines the book's influence on religion, philosophy, and society, highlighting key figures and events that shaped its legacy. Readers will gain insights into how this work has inspired movements, sparked debates, and transformed lives throughout history, making it a pivotal element of human civilization.
A major new biography of Huldrych Zwingli-the warrior preacher who shaped the early Reformation
Focusing on Heinrich Bullinger's pivotal role in the Reformation, this book highlights his contributions as Zwingli's successor and leader of the Zurich church for nearly fifty years. It presents a comprehensive introduction to his life and theology, featuring insights from top scholars in various fields such as theology, spirituality, and politics. Marking the five-hundred-year anniversary of Bullinger's birth, it aims to restore his significance and recognition as a key figure among the second generation of Reformers, often overshadowed in history.
The First Three Shelby Cobras, the third book in the acclaimed Exceptional Cars series, tells the story of three remarkable cars, the first AC Cobras created by the legendary Carroll Shelby in 1962 and now favorites of sports-car enthusiasts throughout the world. The prototype CSX2000 has been described as the “most important American car”, although it was built on a British AC Ace chassis with an American Ford V8 engine. It was retained by the Shelby family until 2016, when it sold at auction for a record $13.75 million. CSX2001 was the first production Cobra, and was delivered to American racing driver Ed Hugus. It was later sold to Frenchman Jean-Marie Vincent, who raced in the Tour de France and in numerous European hillclimbs. CSX2002 was the first Cobra to race and nearly won its inaugural outing at Riverside, driven by Bill Krause, until sidelined by a broken rear hub. It did take the first ever Cobra win, with Dave MacDonald at Tucson in March 1963. Its success led to a series of competition wins that made Shelby's Cobras famous and admired across the globe. All three cars are now the pride of car collections in the United States of America. CSX2000 and CSX2002 are part of the Larry Miller Collection, and CSX2001 belongs to California-based motorsport aficionado Bruce Meyer.
"John Calvin's Institutes of the Christian Religion is a defining book of the Reformation and a pillar of Protestant theology. First published in Latin in 1536 and in Calvin's native French in 1541, the Institutes argues for the majesty of God and for justification by faith alone. The book decisively shaped Calvinism as a major religious and intellectual force in Europe and throughout the world. Here, Bruce Gordon provides an essential biography of Calvin's influential and enduring theological masterpiece, tracing the diverse ways it has been read and interpreted from Calvin's time to today. Gordon explores the origins and character of the Institutes, looking closely at its theological and historical roots, and explaining how it evolved through numerous editions to become a complete summary of Reformation doctrine. He shows how the development of the book reflected the evolving thought of Calvin, who instilled in the work a restlessness that reflected his understanding of the Christian life as a journey to God. Following Calvin's death in 1564, the Institutes continued to be reprinted, reedited, and reworked through the centuries. Gordon describes how it has been used in radically different ways, such as in South Africa, where it was invoked both to defend and attack the horror of apartheid. He examines its vexed relationship with the historical Calvin--a figure both revered and despised--and charts its robust and contentious reception history, taking readers from the Puritans and Voltaire to YouTube, the novels of Marilynne Robinson, and to China and Africa, where the Institutes continues to find new audiences today"--Jacket
Provides a reference to the history and characteristics of the self-loading pistols that were adopted by the military forces of the nations involved in the two World Wars. This is a selection of nineteen self-loading pistols - and the firms engaged in their manufacture - during this period, together with a technical appraisal of each weapon.
Set against the backdrop of military aviation, the narrative follows a pilot and his wingman as they embark on thrilling missions, from intercepting airliners and bombers to responding to military conflicts and UFO encounters. Each adventure showcases the adrenaline-fueled challenges faced by pilots in high-stakes situations, revealing the complexities of air defense and the unpredictability of aerial warfare. The story captures the excitement of flying and the tension of protecting national security, all while navigating the mysteries of the skies.
Focusing on the sixteenth-century reform movement, this book delves into how Zwingli and his humanist colleagues in Zurich utilized biblical, historical, literary, and political frameworks to advocate for radical reforms. It examines the interplay of history, scholarship, and memory, highlighting the relevance of antiquity, early Christianity, and the Middle Ages in shaping the Zurich reformers' ideas and actions. Through this exploration, the text reveals the depth of their intellectual pursuits and the historical context of their reformative efforts.
The Ford GT40 is one of the most famous of all sports racing cars. This title provides a perspective on what it takes to own, restore and maintain a GT40, as well as an insight into the engineering and construction of this legendary racing car.