The Belgian polymath Lambert Adolphe Jacques Quetelet (1796-1874) pioneered social statistics. Applying his training in mathematics to the physical and psychological dimensions of individuals, he identified the 'average man' as characterised by the mean values of measured variables that follow a normal distribution. He believed that comparing the features of individuals against this average would allow scientists to better explore the processes that determine normal and abnormal qualities. Quetelet's methods influenced many, among them Florence Nightingale, and his simple measure for classifying a person's weight, dividing it by the square of their height, is widely known as the body mass index. First published in French in 1835 and reissued here in the 1842 English translation, this is his most influential work and includes a new preface that succinctly states his aim to be 'the analysis of normal man through his actions and of intellectual man through his productions'.

The present study of the medieval Inquisition makes no pretense either to exhaustiveness or to originality. It may be said to take the form of a study rather than a history - a study of the particular problem of medieval heresy and of the means taken to combat it. The author makes no claim to have written a historical textbook on the medieval Inquisition. Contents: spirit of the middle ages; rise of the heresies; Languedoc and the crusade; establishment of the inquisition; inquisition in action; major penalties; crosses, pilgrimages and other sentences; inquisition in Europe; on the beliefs and practices of the Albeginsian heretics.

I looked out the window of the bus and there was Nana standing on the platform with her hands on her hips. Nana was short compared to everyone else but me, about five foot two. She stood like she was ten feet tall, with her steel gray eyes flashing a warning to all who would meet her gaze. I felt very protected when I was around her. Nana didn't have much use for children. She thought they were a bother. She didn't have much use for most adults either, but she picked me to teach and for that I am truly grateful. Learning things from Nana was different from anything else. She gently guided me into a world where magic was as simple and commonplace as sitting down to a meal, enjoying a gentle breeze in the afternoon, or bathing in the dancing light of an evening fire. She led me on a journey where I found that the wonders of the "Old Ways" opened my life and granted me gifts to powers beyond my wildest imagination.

Additional Authors Include Sidney R. Esten, George H. Honig, Esther Boal And Others.

Do you suffer from decreased energy, problems falling asleep, difficulty concentrating, or feeling depressed? You may be grieving. Learning more about grief and the treatment options available is the first step towards healing and recovery Grief has been overlooked, neglected, and in many cases underestimated and misunderstood. Everyone has experienced some type of loss, separation, or detachment at some time in their life, and it is normal to go through a period of adjustment after their loss. Now, Rev. Edward Knox administers wisdom that encourages us to move from grief to God's grace.

Beautiful pictures in this fast paced world from someone who takes the time to smell the flowers, and shares his talent with everyone including the people who may never get to see such beauty... and has such a knack to capture the beauty this earth has to offer.

For leaders who are looking for a simple approach with conservative foundations to help new Christians get a positive start on eternity comes this excellent manual and guide. (Church Administration/Pastoral Resources)

New Christians can learn how to build a closer relationship with Jesus Christ and understand the answers and behaviors to build their faith through this excellent manual and guide.