A balanced, well-documented history of the Churches of Christ in America The Churches of Christ is a denomination defined by not being a denomination. These communities intended to restore a primitive Christianity, undivided by historical quarrels. Despite this ideal, the Churches of Christ in America have a surprisingly complex history dating back to the nineteenth century. James L. Gorman's fresh edition of Richard T. Hughes's classic work, Reviving the Ancient Faith, illuminates the movement started by Barton Stone and Alexander Campbell. The authors trace the movement's sociological transformation into a denomination from the 1830s into the twentieth century. Four developments forged this new identity: the premillennialist controversy, the divide over institutions, the racial segregation of congregations and schools, and the fight over liberalism in the 1960s. New to the third edition, the final chapters bring the history of Churches of Christ from the 1960s up to 2022, analyzing the growing diversity of the movement amid intradenominational "culture wars." Reviving the Ancient Faith, 3rd edition, challenges readers to learn the historical basis of Church of Christ identity and beliefs. Students of the history of the Church of Christ and American religion will derive from its pages a more holistic and informed understanding of the tradition.
Richard Hughes Book order (chronological)
Richard Hughes is an Irish jockey and trainer. His career is deeply intertwined with the world of horse racing, where he has achieved significant success. His writing offers an insider's perspective on the demanding and exhilarating sport, exploring the unique bond between horses and their riders.






Deep Sea Decisions
- 310 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Focusing on maritime accountability, the narrative delves into the Evergreen Group, owners of the largest container ships, and their recent high-profile losses. It questions the systemic blame placed on officers and crew following incidents and explores the true culprits behind these disasters. This updated edition of Deep Sea Dominoes enhances the discussion with additional evidence, shedding light on the complexities of responsibility in the shipping industry and revisiting historical maritime catastrophes.
Orkan über Jamaika - neu übersetzt von Michael Walter
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Der atemberaubende Roman von Richard Hughes in famoser Neuübersetzung Emily Bas-Thornton lebt mit ihrer Familie auf Jamaika. Als ein Orkan über die Insel hinwegfegt und das Wohnhaus der Familie davonträgt, beschließen die Eltern, ihre Kinder nach England zu schicken. Sie werden einem Schiff anvertraut, das jedoch gekapert wird. An Bord des Schiffes erleben die Kinder mit den überaus freundlichen Piraten zahlreiche Abenteuer.
In Bedrängnis
Roman
Der Dampfer 'Archimedes' ist ein Frachtschiff in allerbestem Zustand, als er den Hafen von Norfolk, Virginia, verlässt, um an einem wunderschönen sonnigen Herbsttag durch den Panamakanal nach China zu fahren. Seine Ladung besteht aus Tabak und Altpapier. Doch kaum erreicht es die karibischen Inseln, gerät das Schiff durch einen unerhörten Sturm in schwerste Bedrängnis. Während vier Tagen kämpfen Captain Edwardes und seine Mannschaft, vom Ersten Offizier über den Leitenden Ingenieur bis zum chinesischen Maat um die 'Archimedes' – und um ihr Leben.
The Wooden Shepherdess
- 440 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of prohibition-era America, Augustine, the protagonist, navigates a society consumed by sex, violence, and alcohol. The narrative unfolds with vivid cinematic detail, transitioning to Germany as the Nazi Party rises to power, and exploring the socio-political landscape of Britain on the brink of class conflict. The journey also takes readers to the rugged Atlas Mountains of Morocco, culminating in a chilling depiction of the Night of the Long Knives, highlighting the brutal consolidation of Hitler's regime.
The Colouring, Bronzing, and Patination of Metals
- 372 pages
- 14 hours of reading
V jeden mimoriadne horúci bezveterný deň kedysi v šesťdesiatych rokoch minulého storočia otriaslo útrobami Jamajky zemetrasenie a potom sa s nevídanou silou prihnal vietor, búral, ničil a pustošil, zrovnal so zemou všetko, čo mu prišlo do cesty. Pre Thorntonove deti, žijúce na rodičovskej farme bezstarostným životom, znamená víchor osudový medzník: ustarostení rodičia sa rozhodnú poslať ich nazad do Anglicka do školy, aby ich uchránili pred podobnými nebezpečenstvami. Deti nalodia na bárku a zveria do opatery kapitána. Už i loď sama o sebe je pre ne novým neprebádaným vzrušujúcim svetom, a keď namiesto očakávanej pokojnej plavby prekvapia loď piráti, zažijú malí cestovatelia najväčšie dobrodružstvo svojho života s nepredvídane dramatickými následkami.





