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John Hughes

    John Hughes was a pivotal figure in the establishment of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York. His vision extended beyond administrative duties, leading to the founding of Fordham University. His legacy is deeply intertwined with the growth of Catholic institutions and education in the region.

    John Hughes
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    • 2024

      Building for the Butterfly

      • 120 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Exploring themes of uncertainty and crisis, this collection presents spontaneous poetic compositions that juxtapose the city and nature. The poems utilize both determinate and indeterminate symbolism, creating a rich tapestry of language and diction. Through immediacy and varying degrees of objectivity, the work invites readers to reflect on the complexities of life and the environment.

      Building for the Butterfly
    • 2024

      Inspired by iconic poets, this collection blends poetry with prose interludes, capturing raw emotions and unfiltered experiences. The work reflects a gritty, honest perspective on life, exploring themes of struggle, desire, and the relentless nature of existence. Each piece resonates with the influences of Clarke, Bukowski, and Scott-Heron, offering a unique voice that challenges societal norms and embraces the chaos of everyday life.

      Inescapable Insatiable Shit Happens All the Time
    • 2024

      Slim Pickings

      • 172 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Exploring the gritty and darkly humorous aspects of Oslo, this collection of poems and vignettes captures the city's subterranean life. Wacky encounters and unsavory elements emerge as the author delves into the lurid and puerile aspects that lie beneath the surface of the streets and bars. The work offers a rich tapestry of experiences, revealing the weird and wondrous delights that define Oslo's unique character.

      Slim Pickings
    • 2024

      Heart Like A Bonfire

      • 266 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Exploring the themes of dying, death, grief, and bereavement, this collection offers poignant insights drawn from the author's 13 years as a spiritual care provider in hospice. It presents a blend of gritty honesty and loving spirituality, showcasing various perspectives on the end of life and the emotional journeys that accompany it. Through these tales, readers are invited to reflect on the profound experiences surrounding mortality and the healing power of compassion.

      Heart Like A Bonfire
    • 2023
    • 2023

      This book offers a unique perspective on the heated debate that arose between Senator Brooks and John Archbishop in New York, touching on politics and religion in the mid-19th century. Brooks' speech on the church property bill led to a fierce controversy that is sure to interest historians and general readers alike.

      The Controversy Between Senator Brooks And "]john," Archbishop Of New York: Growing Out Of The Speech Of Senator Brooks On The Church Property Bill: I
    • 2023

      This comprehensive edition of Edmund Spenser's complete works, with annotations by John Hughes, is an essential addition to any serious literature lover's collection. Featuring a glossary to help modern readers navigate Spenser's dense and allusive language, and illuminating essays on the art of allegory and Spenser's life and times, this set is a valuable resource for scholars and students alike.

      The Works: In Sex Volumes. With A Glossary Explaining The Old And Obscure Words. To Which Is Prefix'd The Life Of The Author, And
    • 2023

      Collected here for the first time are the complete works of John Hughes, a celebrated theologian and orator from the nineteenth century. Featuring sermons, letters, lectures, speeches, and more, this volume offers a comprehensive look at Hughes's life and work, and sheds new light on the religious and cultural issues of his time.

      Complete Works Comprising Sermons Letters Lectures Speeches
    • 2023

      Fifth World Medicine (Book II)

      The Science of Healing People and Their Planet

      • 258 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Exploring the intersection of health and environmental stewardship, this book questions the relevance of the traditional scientific method in today's context. It challenges the notion of objectivity in scientific experiments and suggests the need for a higher order science that harmonizes spirit, mind, body, and nature. As the world faces pressing ecological issues, the text advocates for a holistic approach to healing that honors both humanity and the Earth, proposing a transformative shift towards a more integrated understanding of health in the transition to the Fifth World.

      Fifth World Medicine (Book II)
    • 2022

      The Bog Bogluns of Ballinalee

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Across the Misty Midlands of Central Ireland dwells a magical race. Hidden from plain sight these creatures inhabit the bogs and forests evading the human eye and technology to the present day. This tale centres in and around the town land of Ballinalee in Co. Longford where some of these mystical creatures live. The Boglun have inhabited Ireland long before the arrival of the Celts on their shores. Just ask St. Patrick! "If you haven't seen a Boglun yet, you're not looking hard enough".

      The Bog Bogluns of Ballinalee