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Over 330,000 copies sold. This is the story of the church for today's listeners. Bruce Shelley's classic history of the church brings the story of global Christianity into the twenty-first century. Like a skilled screenwriter, Shelley begins each chapter with three elements: characters, setting...

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Shelley Klein grew up in a house designed on a modernist open-plan grid; with colourful glass panels set against a forest of trees, it was like living in a work of art. Shelley’s father, Bernat Klein, was a textile designer whose pioneering colours and textures were a major contribution to 1960s and '70s style. As a child, Shelley and her siblings adored both the house and the fashion shows that took place there. Thirty years on, Shelley moves back home to care for her father, now in his 80s.

In an effort to construct an in-depth biography of the renowned author, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, her son, Sir Percy Shelley, entrusted Florence Marshall with letters and journal excerpts from Shelleys life. Beyond her most famous work, Frankenstein, Shelley also penned travel books and biographies, and held a reputation as a political radical. This exploration, beautifully summarized by Phyllis Vincelli, shines a light on the fascinating life of this literary legend.

Are you a fan of classic literature and the Romantic era? Want to learn more about the life and loves of one of the most influential writers of all time? Look no further than Lucy Madox Rossetti's Mrs. Shelley! This captivating biographical novel offers a unique and intimate look at the life of Mary Shelley, the author of Frankenstein. By listening to Mrs. Shelley, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Mary Shelley's personal struggles and triumphs, as well as the cultural and historical context in which she wrote. Don't miss out on this chance to learn more about one of the most celebrated ...

CULT! This podcast chronicles the rise and fall of the Sullivanian Institute and its members. The psycho-sexual therapy] and institute existed on Manhattan's Upper West Side from the 1970s through the 1990s. Directed to abandon family and friends, as we all were, after five years my life was inextricably altered. The podcast begins with my childhood, then goes on to my time in the Sullivanians, and 20 years later, its self-destruction when it was characterized as a cult. It is entitled Through a Blue Window: The Sullivanians and is dedicated to mother, Ruth.

In one of the most amazing rescues of WWII, the Swedish head of the Red Cross rescued more than 30,000 people from concentration camps in the last three months of the war. Folke Bernadotte did so by negotiating with the enemy - shaking hands with Heinrich Himmler, the head of the Gestapo. Time was of the essence, as Hitler had ordered the destruction of all camps and everyone in them.

Step into the shoes of renowned English Romantic authors Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley in History of a Six Weeks Tour. The narrative chronicles two captivating journeys - a grand tour of Europe in 1814 and a serene trip to Lake Geneva in 1816. Mary, Percy, and Marys stepsister, Claire Clairmont, weave a vivid tapestry of their experiences. The book is divided into three engaging sections, featuring a journal, four descriptive letters, and Percy Shelleys enthralling poem Mont Blanc. Primarily penned and compiled by Mary Shelley, this journal isnt just a travelogue; its a window into the...

Tired of scripture study guides that leave you wanting more substance? Discover a resource that offers comprehensive teaching and deep insights into the prophetic message.Have you been avoiding the more challenging books of the Bible because they are hard to understand or apply to your life? Let Bible Fiber build your foundational knowledge about ancient Israel’s history and culture.Welcome to Bible Fiber, where we are encountering the textures and shades of the biblical tapestry through twelve Minor Prophets, two reformers (Ezra and Nehemiah), and one priest in exile (Ezekiel). Along the ...

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John Keats died in Rome in February 1821, at the age of 25. Shelley, who was to follow him to the grave the following year, was inspired to compose this pastoral lament, which consists of 55 Spenserian stanzas