Bøker av James Hall

"A companion volume to James Hall's perennial seller Dictionary of Subjects and Symbols in Art, which deals with the subject of Christian and Western art, the present volume includes the art of Egypt,"

This is a fascinating account of the early Danish explorations of the Arctic. Covering the period from 1605 to 1620, it provides a detailed record of the voyages made by Danish sailors in their search for the Northwest Passage. The book is full of vivid descriptions of the harsh Arctic landscape, and is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Arctic exploration.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The Pearl of Great Price is a collection of scripture and teachings from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The volume includes selections from the Book of Moses, the Book of Abraham, and several other texts that are considered scripture by members of the LDS church. This edition of The Pearl of Great Price includes an introduction and notes that provide context and background for readers who are less familiar with the text. With its messages of hope and faith, The Pearl of Great Price is a source of comfort and guidance for members of the LDS community and others seeking spiritual insight.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This volume brings together the accounts of several expeditions to the Arctic led by Danish explorers in the early 17th century. The expeditions, which sought to find a Northeast Passage to Asia, were characterized by extreme hardship and suffering. The book includes descriptions of the natural environment of the Arctic, as well as the encounters between the Danish explorers and the indigenous peoples they encountered. It is a fascinating and harrowing read.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

In this travelogue from the early nineteenth century, James Hall takes the reader on a journey through Scotland and its islands. Eschewing the more popular tourist destinations, he charts an unusual course through some of the country's most remote and picturesque landscapes. Full of vivid descriptions and witty observations, this book is a delight for armchair travelers and history buffs alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

BUT WHOEVER IS UNITED WITH THE LORD IS ONE WITH HIM IN SPIRIT. -1 CORINTHIANS 6:17Imagine getting disintegrated into millions of tiny particles.Your image is distorted, your body is slowly being destroyed, and you eventually become unrecognizable.Is this an illustration of the present-day Church, the body of Christ?Have we slowly been disembodying the church because of our lack of unity?It's time the Church wakes upto the reality of disunity.

Originally published in 1838, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the western United States during the early days of westward expansion. The author, a geologist and explorer, offers detailed descriptions of the land, climate, and natural resources of the region, as well as insights into the culture and daily life of the people who lived there. A must-read for anyone interested in American history or the natural world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Excerpts from art critic, historian, lecturer and broadcaster James Hall¿s lively and comprehensive cultural history of self-portraiture, including such artists as Dürer, Gentileschi, Van Gogh and Kahlo. Surprising, questioning, challenging, enriching: the ON series celebrates writers and thinkers who have helped shape the conversation across the arts. Mixing classic and contemporary texts, reissues and abridgements, these are bite-sized, fully illustrated reads in an attractive, affordable and highly collectable package.