|
Showing 1 - 25 of
77 matches in All Departments
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not
used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad
quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are
images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to
keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the
original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain
imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made
available for future generations to enjoy.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book
may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages,
poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the
original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We
believe this work is culturally important, and despite the
imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of
our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works
worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in
the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Originally published in 1955 and based on research of public
records and other contemporary sources, this book builds up an
excellent picture of England before the Civil War. Through a series
of case studies, it examines the type of person who emigrated to
New England and their motivation for doing so. The wealth of
evidence from original documents is clearly arranged and provides a
refreshing reassessment of the period, showing that although
religious conviction was a clear motive for emigration, the Puritan
were also seeking security from hardships of other kinds.
Originally published in 1955 and based on research of public
records and other contemporary sources, this book builds up an
excellent picture of England before the Civil War. Through a series
of case studies, it examines the type of person who emigrated to
New England and their motivation for doing so. The wealth of
evidence from original documents is clearly arranged and provides a
refreshing reassessment of the period, showing that although
religious conviction was a clear motive for emigration, the Puritan
were also seeking security from hardships of other kinds.
Rolf is the son of Hiarandi the Unlucky. Hiarandi, at the urging of
his wife, does an unforgivable thing: he lights a signal fire on a
dangerous point of his land, challenging the accepted custom that
place lucrative salvage at a higher value than the saving of life.
However, the life that is saved that night causes his own death and
the unjust outlawing of his son Rolf. This tale exemplifies the
effect of Christ's teachings upon the Icelandic people during their
heroic age. The book is set in Iceland in the days when
Christianity has come to the island though the old customs still
linger.
Relates the thrilling exploits of Rolf in the land of the Vikings:
how he becomes an outlaw, and a thrall, and at long last gains his
freedom and avenges the unlawful slaying of his father. Through his
trials Rolf is challenged to grow in manliness, developing courage,
self-control, patriotism, and perseverance, and in the end rising
above the feud that has consumed him for so long. The story,
inspired by Icelandic sagas, serves as an excellent introduction to
the prevailing values of the Viking era. Suitable for ages 11 and
up.
|
You may like...
Gloria
Sam Smith
CD
R383
Discovery Miles 3 830
Loot
Nadine Gordimer
Paperback
(2)
R383
R318
Discovery Miles 3 180
|