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Having founded the bank that became the most powerful in Europe in the fifteenth century, the Medici gained massive political power in Florence, raising the city to a peak of cultural achievement and becoming its hereditary dukes. Among their number were no fewer than three popes and a powerful and influential queen of France. Their influence brought about an explosion of Florentine art and architecture. Michelangelo, Donatello, Fra Angelico, and Leonardo were among the artists with whom they were socialized and patronized. Thus runs the "accepted view" of the Medici. However, Mary Hollingsworth argues that the idea that the Medici were enlightened rulers of the Renaissance is a fiction that has now acquired the status of historical fact. In truth, the Medici were as devious and immoral as the Borgias-tyrants loathed in the city they illegally made their own. In this dynamic new history, Hollingsworth argues that past narratives have focused on a sanitized and fictitious view...

Ready for adventure? Embark on a fun, exciting journey through God's Word with the full-color NKJV Adventure Bible. Along the way you'll meet all types of people, see all sorts of places, and learn all kinds of things about the Bible. Features include: "Life in Bible Times - Articles and illustrations describe what life was like in ancient days; "People in Bible Times" - Offers close-up looks at amazing people of the Bible; "Did You Know?" - Provides interesting facts that help you better understand God's Word; "Let's Live It!" - Includes hands-on activities to help you apply biblical truths to your life; "Words to Treasure" - Highlights great verses to memorize; a concordance for help in finding verses; book introductions for basic facts about each book of the Bible (who wrote it, where it took place, and why it was written); 20 special pages with Bible facts and fun, all with a jungle safari theme; and 8 pages of color m...

The moment you open this Bible you'll discover amazing facts and inspiring people: powerful kings and beautiful queens, noble warriors and awesome prophets. You'll witness great battles and greater miracles. Best of all, you'll get to see how God loves and cares for ordinary people-and how much he cares for you. Features include: "Did You Know?" reveals fascinating facts in the Bible "Life in Bible Times" brings the Bible alive with descriptions and pictures "Let's Live It!" shows you how to apply the Bible to your life today "Words to Remember" helps you remember important Bible verses Dictionary/concordance explains key words and helps you find important Bible passages Book introductions explain each Bible book 8 color maps show you where it all happened Complete King James Version of the Bible, a timeless treasure and traditional favorite Ideal for home, school or church, The King James Version Kids Study Bible sweeps...

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A guidebook for all who are called to the path of conscious love. This powerful book, written by an Episcopal priest, tells of her intense relationship with Brother Raphael Robin, a seventy-year-old Trappist monk and hermit. Deeply enriched by Bourgeault's knowledge of the teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff and of Christian mysticism, their vibrant, provocative, beautifully written story adds a profound new dimension to our understanding of human love and the possibility of survival beyond the grave. Product details Format Paperback | 240 pages Dimensions 130 x 200 ...

So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31 Thy Brother's Keeper is a collection of recipes from the heart and soul gathered and contributed by home cooks to help raise money for a friend in need. In March 2016, Jeffrey Harbuck suffered a massive stroke and spent nearly six months in the hospital in a coma and multiple complications from the stroke. During this time, his elderly mother, Lizanne, sat by his hospital bed, tending to him and waiting for God to heal him through the help of prayers from friends and strangers all around the globe. Jeffrey was the main financial support for his mother, so friends, family, and acquaintances came together to pool their culinary resources to compile this book of recipes to raise funds for Jeff and his mother. While supporting a wonderful cause, readers of this collection will joy and delight in many family recipes passed down from generation to generation, as well as dishes created from f...

'A hopeful book about the potential for human progress when we work off facts rather than our inherent biases.' BARACK OBAMA The perfect Christmas gift: a message of hope for our troubled times. *the #1 Sunday Times bestseller * instant New York Times bestseller * an Observer 'best brainy book of the decade' * #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller * Irish Times bestseller * Audio bestseller * Guardian bestseller * ---Longlisted for the 2018 Financial Times/McKinsey Business Book of the Year--- 'One of the most important books I've ever read - an indispensable guide to thinking clearly about the world.' BILL GATES 'Hans Rosling tells the story of "the secret silent miracle of human progress" as only he can. But Factfulness does much more than that. It also explains why progress is so often secret and silent and teaches readers how to see it clearly.' MELINDA GATES Factfulness: The stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which...