Chris and Matty stumble upon a hidden gem at an auction: a charming, ivy-draped cottage in desperate need of restoration. With dreams of turning it into their dream home, they enlist the help of their close friends, John and Isabel. But as the renovations begin, the foursome are drawn into the intriguing history of the cottage's past occupants. As the layers of the home's legacy are peeled back, secrets emerge, intertwining their present with a past they could never have imagined.
Winner of the Griffin International Poetry Prize (2006).
Deeply felt requiems from an internationally celebrated poet.
The book offers a deep exploration of the spiritual dimensions of the Old Testament, illustrating how the entire Bible reflects both human nature and divine characteristics. It aims to enhance understanding of the sacred texts and their relevance to humanity's spiritual journey.
A mystical masterwork about the afterlife by the great Barbadian poet at the end of his career.
"In its title, Strange Fruit refers to the song of a lynching made famous by Billie Holiday and to the malign persecution that drove Kamau Brathwaite from his New York home to resettlement in his native Barbados. But the title also points to the enigma of beauty created out of that experience of cultural lynching, in poems of urgency, elegance, wisdom and brave humour. ... It is a collection full of beauties of form, phrase and sound, such as in the poem “Sleep Widow” where instead of finding comfort, the poet and loved woman “bull-fight like lock-horm logga-head until the evening pools the grief along our edges/ and cools us to this peace”, the very sounds in the poem fighting their way towards resolution."--Back cover.
A profusely-illustrated examination of the childhood and formative years of Sviatoslav Richter, whose name has been synonymous with the pinnacle of pianistic art.
Focusing on the themes of sacrifice and resurrection, this book emphasizes the transformative power of death in the journey towards spiritual renewal. It highlights St. Paul's message about the importance of preaching Christ Crucified, presenting a compelling argument for embracing suffering as a path to true life. The author offers reflections that resonate particularly well during Lent, encouraging readers to contemplate the profound connection between dying to self and experiencing resurrection.
The volume features the NEB translation of the text, complemented by introductory material and insightful commentary. Dr. Phillips provides a thorough exploration of the subject, enhancing the reader's understanding of the content within the series.