James Martin Books

In Made by James, top graphic designer James Martin shares techniques, information, and ideas to help you become a better logo designer.

Focusing on the biblical story of the Raising of Lazarus, this work offers a profound meditation on themes of hope and grace. Through insightful reflections, the author invites readers to consider how divine grace can lead them out of their personal struggles and despair. The book encourages a deeper understanding of faith and the transformative power of spiritual awakening, resonating with those seeking renewal and inspiration in their lives.

Father James Martin, SJ, presents a fresh perspective on the Gospels, inviting readers to explore the life of Jesus through both well-known and overlooked passages. This engaging retelling delves into the "hidden life" of Christ, providing a deeper understanding of his story while remaining true to Christian tradition. The narrative unfolds sequentially, encouraging reflection on aspects of Jesus' life that often go unnoticed, making it a compelling read for those seeking spiritual enrichment.

James is back with a major new TV show and tie-in book that takes him to some of the furthest reaches of Britain - and plenty more stunning locations in between

'A brilliant introduction to prayer' Richard Rohr, Author of Everything Belongs

A bumper collection of classics from TV's best-loved chef

Author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything and Learning to Pray on one of the most intriguing events in the New Testament.

Chef James Martin offers simple-to-prepare recipes for classic British meals, from the humble pork pie to roast beef with Yorkshire pudding, battered cod and chips and steak and kidney pie. Also included are some of the best dishes we have adopted from overseas, such as chicken tikka masala and spaghetti bolognaise.

Features more than 100 recipes, including winter favourites - British Hallowe'en, Bonfire Night, Christmas and New Year. This work includes chapters on the various aspects of winter cooking, from classic British starters, main courses and menus for Hallowe'en, Bonfire Night, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Covers character, psychological training, physical training, strength, endurance, nutrition, clothing, gear, wilderness skills, partnering, and bivouacs.

Potato is the essential cookbook for this most beloved, extraordinarily versatile and ubiquitous of ingredients.

James Martin: Home Comforts, sees James in his comfort zone, cooking the food he loves best. He champions local produce and loves growing his own, and this irresistible collection of recipes ranges from fancy dinners to comforting puds. The chapters are divided into Lighter Comforts, Quick Comforts, Easy Comforts, Slow Comforts, Spicy Comforts, Sweet Comforts and Baked Comforts. Much-loved for wholesome, hearty food, James in this book showcases a wide range of recipes including quick tomato and basil soup with roasted garlic bread and beer-marinated rack of pork with chard gratin plus old favourites such as chicken Kiev, classic prawn cocktail and James's recipe for the ultimate burger. A love of spicy foods is also indulged with recipes from all over the world, including Thai lamb salad with spicy dressing and smoky chilli chicken wings, spiced potato wedges and padron peppers. In this book James shows off a fresh and light side, too, with dishes like salt crust dough-baked celeriac, crème fraiche and chive dressing. Beautifully shot in James's own home, this is a book of irresistible recipes to use everyday for years to come.

Yes Chef! is a celebration in words, pictures, and recipes of the current brilliance of British cooking and British chefs. With 100 recipes from 20 of the best British chefs at work today, James Winter has assembled a landmark cookbook for our times. The rich diversity of talent brought together from all over Great Britain includes many household names as well as a few less familiar to the public at large, though talented none the less. The stellar group includes Michael Caines, Mark Hix, Marcus Wareing, Fergus Henderson, Atul Kochhar, Theo Randall, Rowley Leigh, Matt Tebbutt, and Nathan Outlaw.

Focusing on the multifaceted role of music journalists, this book delves into their contributions within the popular music press. It examines their various positions—freelance, editorial team member, and part of the production process—while equipping readers with essential skills for recognizing, sourcing, researching, and crafting insightful music features and reviews across different media platforms.

Winner of the Fortnum & Mason 2021 Personality of the Year Award Butter is the essential book for anyone who loves to cook with this glorious, versatile ingredient. Through over 130 original recipes, James Martin presents some of his favourite new dishes and classics – everything from savoury delights like Butter-poached lobster , Truffle butter brioche , Chicken with 'nduja butter and Dover sole meunière , to sweet treats including Rhubarb custard bread and butter pudding , Shortbread and Rum Baba . Butter can bring so much to a plate of food and James showcases this comforting superstar of cooking to its very best.

James Martin reflects on how he has been inspired throughout his life by the saints of the Catholic Church and how the saints' teachings have led him to his current path as a Jesuit priest.

A collection of classic British recipes from one of the England''s most popular television chefs, this collection showcases what James does best; simple and delicious British cooking. Dishes range from traditional British classics such as Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding, Steak and Kidney Pie and Spotted Dick and Custard to more recent favorites that have been imported from abroad, such as Pizza Margherita, Chicken Kiev and Black Forest Gateau. James simplifies traditionally complex recipes and focuses on easy dishes to make this collection perfect for even the most inexperienced home cook

You've seen the competition on TV, now discover the recipes for yourself! Go behind the scenes of the "Great British Village" Show with Saturday Kitchen celebrity-chef James Martin and uncover prize-winning recipes. From starters and mains to jams and follow over 100 original recipes and prepare delicious meals incorporating the eclectic flavours and styles that make up British cooking today. Pick up judges tips on growing great-tasting fruit and vegetables, from the crunchiest carrots to the sweetest strawberries. It's a great British culinary adventure.

Featuring a wide array of recipes, this cookbook caters to cheese enthusiasts with inventive dishes that highlight various cheeses. It includes practical tips on selecting, storing, and pairing cheese, along with a rich assortment of appetizers, main courses, and desserts. The book emphasizes the versatility of cheese in cooking, making it an essential guide for both novice and experienced cooks looking to elevate their culinary skills with cheesy delights.

Jungle and Drum & Bass was like nothing else the world had experienced before - simultaneously black and white, urban and suburban, old skool attitude and new school innovation. A socio-cultural melting pot of early 90s broken Britain seizing the wheel and taking control of the machine. Originally published in 1997, State of Bass explores the scene's roots through its social, cultural and musical antecedents and on to its emergence via the debate that surrounded the apparent split between jungle and drum & bass. Drawing on interviews with some of the key figures in the early years, State of Bass explores the sonic shifts and splinters of new variants, styles and subgenres as it charts the journey from the early days to its position as a global phenomenon. State of Bass extends the original text to include the award of the Mercury Prize to Reprazent for the New Forms album and brings new perspectives to the story of the UK's most important subterranean urban energy.

Explore these terrific photographs documenting this popular, and now closed, railway depot - Margam.

James Martin - Desserts [Hardcover] James Martin and Peter Cassidy

Reflecting on the inspirational life and writings of Thomas Merton, stories from the Gospels, as well as the lives of other holy men and women (among them, Henri Nouwen, Therese of Lisieux and Pope John XXIII), this book helps reader have insights on their true self.

James Martin brings us his recipes for some of the simplest-to-prepare British classics, including Peppered Roast Beef, Whole Poached Salmon, and Gooseberry Fool. Easy British Food is packed with traditional roasts, pies, stews and fries. You'll find all the simplest national favourites - along with an array of popular new dishes, which are all made easy in this delicious collection. James is perhaps best loved for his teatime cakes and bakes, and in this book he doesn't disappoint. His irresistible recipes include Parkin, Madeira Cake, Doughnuts and Carrot Cake.

Exploring the intersection of faith and joy, this book emphasizes the importance of humor and laughter in spiritual life. Father James Martin, SJ, encourages readers to recognize that God desires for us to experience joy and to find lightness in life's absurdities and our own humanity. By rediscovering the role of humor, believers are invited to embrace the essential truth that faith ultimately leads to a more joyful existence.

Delicious! is packed with inspirational recipes featuring mouth-watering ingredients from the deli. Every recipe offers a new idea for making the most of deli counter fare - the tasty stocks, marinated vegetables, cold meats, fresh cheeses, delicious pastas, and flavoured oils that are found in delis everywhere. All the dishes, from cheat's coq au vin to banana tarte tatin, are simple to prepare yet fantastic to look at and delicious to eat. Black-and-white step-by-step photographs reveal how to perform the trickiest techniques, and more than thirty colour pictures show the finished dishes. But Delicious! is more than just a recipe book. James offers invaluable advice on how to choose vinegars, oils, pickles, dressings, and other deli counter produce - creating a unique introduction to the bewildering array of fabulous foods from the deli.

An experienced writer and photographer offers digital camera enthusiasts a complete guide to photographing nature, from selecting the most appropriate equipment to using the advantages inherent in digital cameras to their fullest.

During the second half of the 1990s, Paris experienced a dance music revolution thanks to groundbreaking artists like Daft Punk, Air, Super Discount, Motorbass, Cassius, Dimitri from Paris, Bob Sinclar and many, many more. It was a scene that became known as French Touch and was heralded throughout the world as the epitome of dance music cool, forever placing Paris on the dance culture map.Journalist and author Martin James was there right from the start, documenting the scene from its inspirations to its earliest moments and onto its global breakthrough. In the process, he inadvertently provided the French Touch moniker that became adopted throughout the world.Drawing on a dazzling array of exclusive interviews with the biggest names in French electronic music history, French Connections explores France’s significant contribution to dance music culture that paved the way for the French Touch explosion.Includes interviews Daft Punk, Laurent Garnier, Cerrone, Jean Jacques Perrey, Motorbass, Chris Le Friant (aka Bob Sinclar), Air, Etienne de Crecy, La Funk Mob, Cassius, The Micronauts, Stardust, Benjamin Diamond, Modjo, DJ GilbR, i-Cube, DJ Cam and many more…

Whether skateboarding across the kitchen as a child, or taking part in the world's most prestigious vintage road race, TV chef James Martin has never been one to sit still. In this entertaining narrative he reveals how his two passions - cooking and cars - have fuelled his hopes, dreams and successes and made him the household name he is today. James talks with passion, energy and candid humour about his childhood, early ambitions, becoming a successful chef and wowing audiences with his foxtrot on Strictly Come Dancing. His story is punctuated with tales of remarkable cars, from his first toy Ferrari to his vintage Maserati, each one representing a personal milestone and bringing with it charming stories and amusing anecdotes. James' cars give him the perfect excuse to delve into his life, revealing frank and fascinating details - from racing through the fields on his father's tractor and teenage fumblings in the back seat, to hurtling round a track with James Bond actor, Daniel Craig. With James' career reaching new heights, and his collection of classic cars continuing to grow, Driven tells how his two lifelong obsessions have shaped the life of this relentlessly ambitious man.

A devastating analysis of the direction we are headed and a powerful prescription for change — from the Pulitzer Prize-nominated author of The Wired Society.James Martin, one of the world’s most widely respected authorities on the impact of technology on society, argues that we are living at a turning point in human history. “We are travelling at breakneck speed into an era of extremes — extremes of wealth and poverty, extremes in technology, extremes in globalization. If we are to survive, we must learn how to manage them all.” In researching this volume, the author interviewed forty world experts in fields as diverse as information technology, medical ethics, climate change, and the economics of poverty. Martin contends that although we face huge challenges and conflicts, it is in the scientific breakthroughs of the new century that we will find new hope. In clear, penetrating and insightful prose, he addresses the key questions of our age and proposes an interconnected set of solutions to these problems.From the Trade Paperback edition.

Explores how computers have changed the corporate environment, and presents strategies for remaining competitive in an increasingly electronic marketplace

The first biography of one of modern rock’s most influential figures. Emerging from the morass of suicide and potent musical legacy that was Nirvana, the Foo Fighters established themselves - against all odds - as one of the most popular rock bands in the world. Deflecting early critical disdain, Dave Grohl has single-handedly reinvented himself and cemented his place in the rock pantheon. This is his story, from his pre-Nirvana days in hardcore band Scream to his current festival-conquering status as a Grammy-winning, platinum-selling grunge legend reborn.

First published in 1975, The Cage was a graphic novel before there was a name for the genre. Considered an early masterpiece of the genre, the Canadian cult comic has been out of print for decades. The new edition includes an introduction by Canadian comics master and Lemony Snicket collaborator Seth (Palookaville; It's a Good Life, If You Don't Weaken). Cryptic and disturbing, like Dave Gibbons (Watchmen) illustrating a film by Ozu, The Cage spurns narrative for atmosphere, guiding us through a series of disarrayed rooms and desolate landscapes, tracking a stuttering and circling time and a sequence of objects: headphones, inky stains, bedsheets. It's not about where we're going but how - if - we get there.

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After its first, successful and award winning book series of homilies and reflections for the three liturgical cycles, Clear Faith Publishing is thrilled to launch its new series! So, once again, some of the finest homilists have come together to build a new compilation of homilies and reflections beginning with Cycle B of the Liturgical Year. A Stranger and You Welcomed Me breaks open the Sunday and Feast Days readings in order to provide insight, warmth, humor and spiritual food for the reader. Under the moniker 'Homilists for the Homeless, ' the gift of these preachers makes it possible for proceeds from the sale of every book to go toward charities that welcome the stranger in our lives.

Featuring a curated selection of military coins and patches from various branches, this collection highlights the personal significance of each item. Each coin and patch tells a unique story, reflecting the memories and experiences of those who contributed to this tribute. The book serves as a heartfelt homage to military service and the bonds formed through shared experiences.

This book is hailed as a spiritual masterpiece, exploring profound themes of faith, inner transformation, and the journey towards spiritual enlightenment. It offers insights that encourage readers to reflect deeply on their beliefs and the nature of existence. Through rich narratives and thought-provoking concepts, it invites a transformative experience, making it a significant read for anyone seeking deeper understanding and connection in their spiritual life.

The Holy Bible is a compilation of sacred texts, beginning with the five Books of Moses and extending to the Book of Revelation, totaling 66 books. It chronicles a significant period of 400 years of silence before the birth of Christ, after which the New Testament was revealed, emphasizing themes of faith and works, particularly highlighted by the inclusion of the Book of James. This collection reflects the spiritual journey and teachings that shaped Christianity.

Focusing on the iconic Seven Sisters of Moscow, the book recounts James Martin's obsession with these Stalin-era landmarks, leading him on a 14,000-mile journey across several countries including Russia, Latvia, and America. Blending personal experiences with historical insights, he explores the buildings' origins, influences, and current conditions. His travels, often accompanied by family, involve diverse modes of transportation and unique encounters, including role-play and mistaken identity, creating a rich narrative of exploration and social commentary.

Through his travels, the author captures unique and often overlooked reflections in nearly 100 images, accompanied by thoughtful commentary. His goal is to share the awe he felt and encourage readers to discover new perspectives and appreciate the hidden treasures in everyday life. This collection aims to inspire joy and broaden the viewer's understanding of the world around them.

Featuring a rich collection of military coins and patches, this addition showcases contributions from diverse branches of the armed forces. It highlights the significance of these artifacts, reflecting the pride and camaraderie of military service. The book serves as a visual tribute, offering insights into the history and symbolism behind each piece, making it an essential resource for collectors and military enthusiasts alike.

Exploring the profound themes of love, sacrifice, and division, this book delves into the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. It highlights His deep reverence for God and the monumental act of His crucifixion, instigated by the Roman Empire and executed by His own people. The narrative emphasizes Jesus' mission to bring clarity and separation among humanity, challenging readers to reflect on the implications of His message that transcends time and continues to resonate today.

Set in a tranquil town in northeast Washington, the story follows Deputy Dave Barnes as he investigates a series of animal mutilations and mysterious disappearances. With hints of a mythical creature lurking in the shadows, the plot thickens as autumn gives way to winter, and the body count rises. The narrative weaves together the town's history, local lore, and the dynamics between the deputies, including a tough female counterpart who may hold the key to solving the chilling mystery.

The book is a reprint of a classic work first published in 1857, preserving its historical significance and original content. This edition offers readers a chance to explore themes and insights from the past, reflecting the societal norms and literary styles of the time. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the evolution of literature and historical context.

The book chronicles the historic 1972 chess match between Robert James Fischer and Boris Spassky, highlighting Fischer's pivotal role in challenging the dominance of the Eastern Bloc, particularly the Soviet Union. Set against the backdrop of Reykjavik, Iceland, this "Match of the Century" not only showcased their extraordinary skills but also symbolized a significant cultural and political confrontation during the Cold War. The narrative explores the intense rivalry and the broader implications of this legendary encounter in the world of chess.

Surviving Dresden beautifully portrays the poignant and inspiring human struggle between good and evil in the search for peace during the last bloody days of World War II. On the ground that horrific night is a courageous young Jewish woman, Gisela Kauffmann. Having just received orders to be herded off to a concentration camp, Gisela will do anything to save herself and her family. In the air, RAF bomber Captain Wallace Campbell is torn between his sworn military duty to bomb an unarmed city crowded with refugees, and his growing conviction that total war is immoral. Surviving Dresden is told through the eyes of Gisela, Wallace, and a compelling cast of characters—a story of personal pain and suffering amid the hope, even as the bombs are falling, of restoring human sanity to a world torn apart. Masterfully sweeping, Surviving Dresden explores the depths of human courage in facing life and death, with human redemption triumphing.

James is back with a major new TV show - and tie-in book - that sees him travelling across Spain.

Power rarely works by force it also rules by winning hearts and minds. States, classes, and social groups all seek political dominance by exerting political, ideological, or cultural leadership over others. This idea – hegemony – is a subtle, complex one, which is too often applied crudely. In this succinct introduction, political theorist James Martin skilfully examines these nuances and shines a new light on hegemony. He introduces its component ideas and critically surveys the most influential thinking about hegemony, from Gramsci’s theory of hegemony as a revolutionary strategy and Marxist theories of the state, politics, and culture to the Post-Marxist project of radical democracy. He then considers the concept’s critical role in analysing international politics and global political economy, and evaluates the criticism that hegemony is too state-centric to truly capture the dynamics of contemporary struggles for emancipation. This lucid and accessible guide to hegemony will be essential reading for all students of radical politics and social and political theory.

A wonderful photographic tribute, many previously unpublished images, to this popular South Wales railway depot.

A winner of the Egon Ronay Newcomer of the Year Award, James Martin shows home cooks how to make delicious, sexy food without wasting money or time. With a no-fuss approach, he offers handy hints and cooking shortcuts.

TV favourite James Martin is back with another collection of brilliant recipes.

There is nothing that James Martin doesn't know about desserts, cakes and puddings. In his TV series 'Sweet Baby James', he shares his passion with the rest of the nation. This book contains over 100 recipes for classic favourites and delicious new creations.

The New York Times bestselling author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything turns his attention to the relationship between LBTGQ Catholics and the Church in this loving, inclusive, and revolutionary book. On the day after the Orlando nightclub shooting, James Martin S.J. appeared in a video on Facebook in which he called for solidarity with our LGBTQ brothers and sisters. "The largest mass shooting in US history took place at a gay club and the LGBTQ community has been profoundly affected" he began. He then implored his fellow Catholics-and people everywhere-to "stand not only with the people of Orlando but also with their LGBTQ brothers and sisters. . . . Sadly of all the US Catholic bishops who expressed their condolences after the shooting, only one that I know . . . made any explicit reference to the LGBT community." A powerful call for tolerance, acceptance, and support—and a reminder of Jesus' message for us to love one another—Father Martin's post went viral and was viewed more than 1,6 million times. Now, Martin expands on his reflections in this moving and inspiring book, offering a powerful, loving, and much-needed voice in a time marked by anger, prejudice, and divisiveness. Adapted from a talk he gave to New Ways Ministry, a group that ministers to and advocates for LGBT Catholics, Building a Bridge provides a roadmap for repairing and strengthening the bonds that unite all of us as God's children.

Wie kommt es, dass ein Absolvent einer Elite-Universität mit glänzenden Karriereaussichten im Spitzenmanagement „aussteigt“ und in den Slums von Kingston, Jamaika arbeitet? Der Weg ist keineswegs vorgezeichnet: James Martin erfährt eine mäßig religiöse Erziehung, das Interesse an Kirche und Glauben ist zunächst nicht besonders ausgeprägt. Erst allmählich wächst der Wunsch nach einem sinnerfüllten Leben, das nicht nur vom Geld bestimmt ist. Die Geschichte von James Martin zeichnet einen ungewöhnlichen Berufungsweg zum Ordensleben nach, spannend, witzig, authentisch.

V knize známého jezuitského kněze nenajdeme řešení všech problémů, ale můžeme se naučit, jak hledat Boha úplně ve všem. Ignaciánská spiritualita považuje totiž za důležité opravdu všechno: eucharistii, Boží slovo, osobní modlitbu, službu potřebným, utrpení i radost, ale též rodinu, práci, sexualitu, sport, politiku, stejně jako přírodu, výtvarné umění, poezii a hudbu. Autor neobyčejně vtipně a přímočaře promýšlí otázky, které důvěrně známe: Jak zjistit, co mám ve svém životě dělat? Jak mám vědět, kým bych měl být? Jak se správně rozhodovat? Jak žít co nejjednodušeji? Jak být dobrým přítelem? Jak čelit utrpení? Jak být šťastný? Jak najít Boha? Jak se modlit? Jak milovat? Jak žít?

Známý jezuita vypráví o svém putování po Svaté zemi a originálně přibližuje osobnost Ježíše Krista věřícím i hledajícím. James Martin propojuje moderní vědecké poznatky o evangeliích a svědectví o své osobní cestě víry, svoji zkušenost s modlitbou a postřehy z četby starých i současných textů, smysl pro humor i životní moudrost. Nepředvádí se, kolik toho ví, ale slouží jediné věci – zpřístupnit hloubku toho největšího příběhu v dějinách: příběhu Ježíše Krista. Odhaluje bohatství a krásu Ježíšových podobenství. Zdůrazňuje, že Ježíšovy mocné činy, uzdravení a zázraky, nás nemají oslnit, ale přivést k poznání Ježíše jako našeho přítele, bratra a Spasitele. Na otázku: „Co nám můžeš říct o Ježíšovi nového?“ odpovídá James Martin jednoduše: „Píšu o Ježíšovi, kterého jsem potkal ve svém životě. O něm se totiž ještě nepsalo.“ Poznávat Ježíše je nikdy nekončícím putováním. Cestou, která může změnit i váš život.

Spiritualita pre každodenný život Dobre a radostne prežiť život je umením, ktorému sa učíme po celý život. A sme vďační za každú radu, za každý návod. Americký jezuita James Martin SJ v tejto knihe ponúka jezuitský návod. Jezuiti ho zdedili od svätého Ignáca, rytiera, mystika a svätca, ktorý žil v šestnástom storočí. „Ignácov spôsob napredovania,“ ako píše James Martin, „spočíva v hľadaní slobody: slobody stať sa tým, kým máme byť, slobody dávať a prijímať lásku, správne sa rozhodovať, vnímať krásu sveta a tajomstvo Božej lásky. Tento návod vychádza z toho, čo svätý Ignác zanechal vo svojich dielach, ale i z tradície, praxe a duchovných skúseností, ktoré si jezuitskí kňazi a bratia odovzdávali z generácie na generáciu.“ James Martin pozýva čitateľa na dobrodružnú, často dojímavú, no aj humornú cestu, ktorou prešiel on a jeho priatelia vďaka jezuitskej spiritualite. - See more at: http://knihy.idnes.cz/jezuitsky-navod-takmer-na-vsetko.html#sthash.RLMkcjwM.dpuf

Jak můžeme najít Boha? Jak se můžeme modlit? A co se o Ježíšovi dozvídáme z příběhů Nového zákona? Jezuitský návod na modlitbu odpovídá praktickým způsobem na nejčastější otázky o modlitbě a meditaci. Na běžné exercicie musíte obvykle vyjet někam daleko. S Jezuitským návodem na modlitbu můžete duchovní obnovu prožít v soukromí svého domova. „Při všech svých snahách a modlitbách věřte, že Bůh, který vás stvořil, vás chce k sobě také přitahovat. Proto vám pomůže. Na své duchovní cestě máte společníka,“ ujišťuje čtenáře James Martin.

Jak se „správně“ modlit? Je nejlepší růženec? Adorace Nejsvětější svátosti? Nebo snad četba Písma? A co modlitba vlastními slovy?Podle jezuity Jamese Martina je správný způsob ten, který nám vyhovuje nejlépe v daném čase a na daném místě. Bůh nám totiž vychází vstříc právě tam, kde se nacházíme. Držíte-li v ruce tuto knížku, znamená to, že jste setkání s Bohem v modlitbě otevření.Stejně jako Ježíšovi učedníci, i my prosíme Boha, aby nás naučil modlit se. A věříme, že Bůh nám odpoví tak, aby nám pomohl, podnítil nás něco dělat – a třeba nás i překvapil.

Prečo bývajú veriaci takí vážni, ba až zachmúrení? Ako je to s veselosťou a humorom v duchovnom živote? Sú vo Svätom písme aj vtipné pasáže? Smial sa niekedy Ježiš? Prečo si náboženskí predstavitelia tak zakladajú na svojej vážnosti? Takéto a podobné otázky viedli pátra Jamesa Martina SJ k tomu, aby napísal túto knihu. Nájdete v nej kopu veselých príhod, veľa dobrých vtipov, no aj hodnotné úvahy o tom, prečo by mal byť veriaci človek plný radosti. Ľahkým perom sa autor dotýka všetkých oblastí náboženského a duchovného života a hľadá v nich priestor pre radosť, úsmev, vtip. Je presvedčený, že tieto dary málo využívame, a učí nás napraviť to. „Všetci čitatelia tejto knihy sa určite budú usmievať. Páter Martin nádherne píše o radosti, ktorú nám Boh dáva. V živote podľa Božích predstáv má humor a smiech veľmi dôležité miesto.“ (kardinál Timothy Dolan)

Pozvanie byť lepším Ježišovým priateľom James Martin SJ, autor viacerých bestsellerov, ponúka živý a podmanivý potrét Ježiša, ktorý postavil na Mesiášových dramatických posledných slovách z kríža. Páter Martin ukazuje, ako hlboko Ježiš rozumie našim trápeniam a prečo sa na neho môžeme vo všetkom obrátiť - mysľou, srdcom aj dušou. Tieto meditácie vychádzajú z kázne, ktorú mal v newyorskej Katedrále sv. Patrika na Veľký piatok roku 2015, a každá z nich uvažuje nad jedným z pôvodných siedmich výrokov: „Otče, odpusť im, lebo nevedia, čo robia.“ „Veru, hovorím ti: Dnes budeš so mnou v raji.“ „Bože môj, Bože môj, prečo si ma opustil?“ „Žena, hľa, tvoj syn! ... Hľa, tvoja matka!“ „Otče, do tvojich rúk porúčam svojho ducha.“ „Žíznim.“ „Je dokonané.“

Útlá publikace jezuity Jamese Martina, známého u nás mimo jiné díky jeho knize „Jezuitský návod (téměř) na všechno“, se soustředí na sedm výroků, které podle evangelií pronesl Kristus na kříži: od „Žízním“ přes „To je tvá matka“ a „Proč jsi mě opustil“ až k „Odpusť jim…“ a „Dnes budeš se mnou v ráji“. Autor ukazuje, že jsou dokladem Ježíšova pochopení pro lidské problémy, trápení a bolesti, a v jednotlivých kapitolách se zabývá odpuštěním, pochybami, rodičovskou láskou, opuštěností, tělesnou bolestí, zklamáním a sebeobětováním. „Náš Bůh má pochopení a soucit, umí se vcítit a rozumí našemu životu, protože ho sám prožil,“ píše.

80 klasických britských receptů. Pokud máte rádi cestování a dobré jídlo, připojte se k šéfkuchařské superstar Jamesi Martinovi a jeho filmovému štábu na kulinární výpravu Velkou Británií. Na překrásných místech vaří z toho nejlepšího, co může jeho velká země nabídnout. Navštěvuje špičkové restaurace, setkává se s přáteli šéfkuchaři, zastavuje se na farmách a trzích… Tahle hostina o 80 receptech je plná zajímavých fotografií, velkých chutí i báječných britských potravin a dokonale ukazuje Jamesovy vědomosti a obdiv, který cítí ke své vlasti. Podle jeho knihy můžete cestovat a samozřejmě vařit - vyberte si třeba salát s červenou řepou, buvolí mozzarellou a ostružinami, skotská vejce s treskou a kari majonézou, orknejské těstoviny s krabem, hovězí Wellington, vřesové jehněčí, obrácený koláč se slívami a ciderovým krémem nebo čokoládový dort s třešněmi a ginem.

80 klasických francouzských receptů. Vydejte se s kuchařem Jamesem Martinem, kterého zřejmě znáte z TV Paprika, na cestu po Francii v klasickém Citroënu 2 a prožijte s ním úžasná kulinární dobrodružství. Na cestě křížem krážem zemí ochutnává nejlepší jídla, nakupuje na trzích a vaří – zahřejte se jeho poctivou cibulačkou se sýrovými krutony, pochutnejte si na rillettes z kachního masa s fíkovým a broskvovým čatní, připravte si pstruha s mandlemi a fazolkami, zařaďte do svého repertoáru klasické hovězí po burgundsku nebo králíka v hořčičné omáčce, naučte se správně udělat brambory gratin dauphinois či salade niçoise s grilovaným tuňákem. A čím zakončit jídlo lépe než koláčem tarte Tatin s hruškami a rozmarýnem nebo mraženým ostružinovým suflé…

Čo tak asi takí mnísi robia celé dlhé dni? Ako sa žije v opátstve? Dokáže sa nám prihovoriť Boh, aj keď ani nevkročíme do kostola? James Martin SJ prináša príbeh Anne, matky, ktorá prišla o syna tínedžera a celkom „náhodne“ ju život privedie do opátstva, kde bola kedysi pokrstená. Teraz v ňom hľadá stratenú vieru, hoci o tom netuší. Pieseň, ktorú si jej otec kedysi pohmkával pri práci, naštartuje jej cestu k hľadaniu zmyslu tragédie jej syna. Rozbije sa okno, pokazí sa auto a treba pokosiť trávnik. Zo strán tejto knihy cítime na tvári vietor v záhrade, v rukách dotyk hliny, v nose vôňu kvetov či kadidla, počujeme hukot kosačky a zvuk zvonu, ktorý zvoláva mníchov na modlitby. Ale aj volanie nadviazať rozhovor o veciach, pre ktoré sme stratili kontakt s Bohom. Zostaneme stáť na studenej chodbe kláštora, alebo vojdeme do ticha záhrady?