|
Showing 1 - 11 of
11 matches in All Departments
In October 1911, Winston S. Churchill was an accomplished young
Liberal politician who, as the newly appointed First Lord of the
Admiralty, still wore his ambition and emotion on his sleeve.
Robert L. Borden was the new Canadian Prime Minister, less
emotional and much older than Churchill. They became companions in
an attempt to provide naval security for the British Empire as a
naval crisis loomed with Germany. Their scheme for Canada to
provide three Dreadnought battleships for the Royal Navy as part of
an Imperial squadron was hotly debated by the Canadian Parliament
and rejected by the Senate. It was one of the most divisive debates
in Canadian parliamentary history. Churchill invested considerable
time and effort in trying to deliver the scheme and even believed
he might need to resign when it failed. The decision had great
implications for the future, leading to the crises in shipbuilding
foreshadowing the outbreak of WW1.
Understanding foreign policy has become more essential than ever in
today's integrated world. How the United States acts as a nation
has far-reaching consequences, especially in times of war. To
better understand America's stance on foreign policy today, it is
helpful to analyze how U.S. presidents and leaders have acted in
the past, particularly throughout the 20th century. Thornton argues
that descriptions or the classification of presidents have been
misleading since presidents are often reacting to unique foreign
policy crises and at times may have, through good diplomacy,
forestalled serious crises from developing. Basing his insights on
numerous first-hand sources such as handwritten notes and memos
taken during meetings of heads-of-state, he portrays the presidents
as very human individuals struggling with difficult questions and
the responsibilities only men of their position have to deal with.
Topics examined in the book include but are not limited to:
- Events leading up to the Cold War
- 1946-1952: Truman and Containment
- 1953-1960: Eisenhower and Military Challenge
- 1961-1963: JFK and Foreign Policy Leadership
- 1963-1968: Johnson and War Home and Abroad
- 1969-1974: Nixon, Kissinger, and the Search for Peace
- 1974-1976: Gerald R. Ford
- 1977-1980: Jimmy Carter
- 1981-1988: Ronald Reagan
- 1989-1991: George H. Bush and the End of the War
This text stands out due to its readability and its
comprehensiveness. The average reader will have no problem getting
a clear grasp of the topic at hand. The college professor of U.S.
or international history, political science, international studies,
or evenethicist who wishes to engage students in their reading
assignments would do well to pick up this text.
In 1911, Winston S. Churchill and Robert L. Borden became
companions in an attempt to provide naval security for the British
Empire as a naval crisis loomed with Germany. Their scheme for
Canada to provide battleships for the Royal Navy as part of an
Imperial squadron was rejected by the Senate with great
implications for the future.
"Aboriginal People and Other Canadians" discusses a wide variety of
issues in Native studies including social exclusion,
marginalization and identity; justice, equality and gender;
self-help and empowerment in Aboriginal communities and in the
cities; and, methodological and historiographical representations
of social relationships. The contributors attempt to gauge whether
the last decade of the twentieth century was a time of constructive
transition and whether new patterns of relations are emerging after
the recent challenges to the colonial legacy by Aboriginal people.
Endorsements: "The republication of this definitive text is long
overdue and a must for all those who are concerned for the
maintenance of a sound, optimistic spirituality." -Alan Jones
"Skillfully uses Bible and history to good advantage in this long
look at English Spirituality's roots." -The Christian Century "I
know of no other book that rivals Thornton's work as a clear and
well written compilation of so much valuable material." -Review of
Books & Religion "Will provide both Protestant and Catholic
readers with an exceptionally readable and thorough treatment of a
shared tradition." -Spiritual Life Author Biography: Martin
Thornton was one of the leading lights in Anglican theology and
spirituality. Of his numerous books, English Spirituality and
Spiritual Direction have helped shape the course of ascetical
theology. Before his death in June 1986, Thornton served for ten
years, as Chancellor of Truro Cathedral. A Joyful Heart was his
last book.
Synopsis: Here at last is a book that deals seriously and
comprehensively with the rapidly growing field of spiritual
direction. Spiritual Direction offers practical help to those
clergy and laypersons who are responsible for the spiritual lives
of other people. Spiritual Direction encourages spiritual directors
to take their responsibilities seriously and professionally, moving
spiritual direction away from cozy little chats to the cold, hard
slab of the examining table. Equipped with certain skills--a keen
knowledge of human psychology and an awareness of biblical and
contemplative traditions--the spiritual director objectively
examines the client, then offers concrete guidance for the
spiritual life of the client. As a prominent figure in pastoral
theology and Anglican spirituality for three decades, Martin
Thornton is uniquely qualified to offer us insights into spiritual
direction. He restores credibility and professionalism to spiritual
direction, which is at once hard, analytical, and supportive.
Thornton writes with wit, common sense, and an absence of
sentimentality on a topic that calls for serious attention.
Spiritual Direction is important reading for the increasing numbers
of laypeople involved in spiritual direction, as well as for clergy
and pastoral counselors. Author Biography: Martin Thornton
(1915-1986) was an Anglican priest and spiritual director, author
and lecturer on ascetical theology. He was active for much of his
life in the Diocese of Truro, England.
Synopsis: Does a Lenten book have to be grim? Through Lenten
meditations such as "The Woodlouse Sermon," "The Thomist Football
League," and "The Girl in the Bikini," Martin Thornton pursues the
somber spirituality of Lent with an air of lightheartedness. In the
spirit of G. K. Chesterton and C. S. Lewis, Thornton points to the
humor of Jesus's parables as he devises his own homespun tales that
make a lasting impression with their casual, amusing charm. An
excellent resource for Lenten study groups Author Biography: Martin
Thornton was one of the leading lights in Anglican theology and
spirituality. Of his numerous books, English Spirituality and
Spiritual Direction have helped shape the course of ascetical
theology. Before his death in June 1986, Thornton served for ten
years, as Chancellor of Truro Cathedral. A Joyful Heart was his
last book.
|
Prayer (Paperback)
Martin Thornton
|
R609
R502
Discovery Miles 5 020
Save R107 (18%)
|
Ships in 10 - 15 working days
|
A classic on spiritual growth for Christians who are "proficient"
in spirituality, neither beginners nor advanced in the life of
prayer. Thornton covers the importance of spiritual direction,
spiritual discipline, the mechanics of prayer, choosing a confessor
or spiritual director, and making retreats.
|
You may like...
Hampstead
Diane Keaton, Brendan Gleeson, …
DVD
R63
Discovery Miles 630
|