Exploring the intersection of life and faith, this book delves into how personal experiences shape spiritual beliefs and practices. It invites readers to reflect on their own journeys, encouraging a deeper understanding of how faith influences daily living and relationships. Through insightful narratives and thought-provoking discussions, it fosters a sense of community and shared exploration among those seeking to harmonize their spiritual and everyday lives.
The Ashcan School painter John Sloan was preoccupied with the New York City rooftop perhaps more than any other American artist in the early decades of the twentieth century. This major loan exhibition offers the first in-depth examination of Sloan's career-long interest in the urban rooftop and expands on the visual culture of "the city above the city" with examples by notable contemporaries, including George Ault, Edward Hopper, William Glackens, and Reginald Marsh. Organized by the Palmer Museum of Art, the exhibition is accompanied by a publication and will travel to The Hyde Collection.
In Traveling between Worlds, six authors explore the connectedness between Germans and Americans in the nineteenth century and their mutual impact on transatlantic history. Despite the ocean between them, these two groups of people were linked not only by the emigration from one to the other but also by ongoing interactions, especially among their intellectuals.Christof Mauch’s introduction examines the history of the German-American exchange and of cultural exchanges in general. Focusing on various aspects of the German-American relationship, Eberhard Bruning, John T. Walker, Thomas Adam, Gabriele Lingelbach, Andrew P. Yox, and Christiane Harzig examine the cultural and communicative exchanges that occurred both between the two countries and within them. Topics such as travel, cultural interpretation, ideological and intellectual transfer, the immigrant experience, and German-American poetry are all considered.Traveling between Worlds demonstrates that exchange was facilitated and maintained by ordinary individuals such as teachers and scholars, immigrants and natives, and held implications that last to this day.
Delving into the complexities of intercultural transfers, this book examines the various mechanisms that facilitate the exchange of cultural elements between societies. It offers insights into how cultural practices, beliefs, and values are transmitted, adapted, and transformed across different contexts. Through a scholarly lens, the work contributes to a deeper understanding of the dynamics involved in intercultural interactions and their implications for global communication and cultural exchange.
In this classic work of biblical scholarship, Thomas Adam offers a thorough and insightful exposition of the four Gospels. Drawing on the latest research in the field, Adam provides valuable commentary on the historical, social, and theological context of each passage. A must-read for anyone interested in the New Testament.
The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections such as marks and flawed pages. It reflects a commitment to protecting and promoting literature by providing access to culturally important texts in affordable, high-quality editions that remain true to the original.
Focusing on the social, cultural, and political evolution of the German people, this textbook situates modern Germany within a global context, emphasizing the influence of transnational trends from the Napoleonic wars to present-day. It highlights the roles of non-state actors and intercultural exchanges, exploring topics such as German migration to the Americas and the resulting diaspora. Key themes include the transfer of cultural practices, like football and Christmas traditions, and the international implications of German developments in areas like eugenics.
The book explores the emergence of football as a global sport in the 1870s, tracing its journey from England to various continents, including Germany, the United States, and Argentina. It emphasizes the role of high school students in popularizing the game, offering a horizontal perspective on its international spread and cultural impact during this transformative period.
