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  • - 6th edition
    af Odd Arne Westad & J M Roberts
    218,95 kr.

    This is a completely new and updated edition of J. M. Roberts and Odd Arne Westad's widely acclaimed, landmark bestseller The Penguin History of the World.For generations of readers The Penguin History of the World has been one of the great cultural experiences - the entire story of human endeavour laid out in all its grandeur and folly, drama and pain in a single authoritative book. Now, for the first time, it has been completely overhauled for its 6th edition - not just bringing it up to date, but revising it throughout in the light of new research and discoveries, such as the revolution in our understanding of many civilizations in the Ancient World. The closing sections of the book reflect what now seems to be the inexorable rise of Asia and the increasingly troubled situation in the West.About the authors:J.M. Roberts, CBE, published The Penguin History of the World in 1976 to immediate acclaim. His other major books include The Paris Commune from the Right, The Triumph of the West (which was also a successful television series), The Penguin History of Europe and The Penguin History of the Twentieth Century. He died in 2003.Odd Arne Westad, FBA, is Professor of International History at the London School of Economics. He has published fifteen books on modern and contemporary international history, among them The Global Cold War, which won the Bancroft Prize, and Decisive Encounters, a standard history of the Chinese civil war. He also served as general co-editor of the Cambridge History of the Cold War.Reviews'A work of outstanding breadth of scholarship and penetrating judgements. There is nothing better of its kind' Jonathan Sumption, Sunday Telegraph 'A stupendous achievement' A.J.P. Taylor'A brilliant book ... the most outstanding history of the world yet written' J.H. Plumb

  • - A Peggy Rector Mystery
    af J M Roberts
    168,95 kr.

    Writer and amateur sleuth Peggy Rector returns home to a full plate following a star-studded vacation in the English countryside. She needs to finish her latest book and plan her wedding to the hunky Jess Carson, all while her children plot to convert her rambling Victorian house into a B&B. When Velma Whittaker, a local genealogist, dies under mysterious circumstances, Peggy must puzzle out who wanted Velma dead and why? Was it her multi-million-dollar lottery win or something more? A search for Velma's will turns up a cryptic clue left for her heirs, but are they up to the challenge? Peggy and her gang, members of the Stinky Springs Ladies Social Club, are on the trail. They must outfox a crafty killer while dodging Velma's hapless relatives, who are determined to get their hands on her money.

  • - Barefoot, Prickles & Thorns
    af J M Roberts
    118,95 kr.

    A gripping emotional tale of a young girl, Tanny Anderson, growing up in the countryside of Jamaica her native land. An insightful depiction of her journey through a life fraught with difficulties which persists even after migrating to the United States and her consequent struggle to reconcile her mind with the circumstances fate has dealt her. Revelations about her life: moments of laughter, sadness, fear and dreams which are shadowed by nightmares, but, her will to live will not be denied...

  • af J M Roberts
    118,95 kr.

    Start and end your day with the Lord. This book contains 90 morning and 90 evening prayers. Focus your mind and heart for the day ahead with morning prayer, unwind and focus on peace and rest with evening prayer. Along the way, I will share my story of how I challenged myself to write a morning prayer and an evening prayer every day, and how it has impacted my faith and prayer time. You can use this book as a devotional, a springboard for your own prayers, or a resource for when you need prayers for a church or work meeting or other function. Short, simple, and powerful, these prayers will enrich and deepen your prayer time. These prayers will help: Those who want guidance in daily prayer, or aren't sure how to begin their own prayers. Those who want to create their own challenge. Those who want to enrich their regular prayer routine. Perfect for chaplains and others who work in religious organizations to start a meeting or a work day with a prayer.

  • - A Peggy Rector Mystery
    af J M Roberts
    173,95 kr.

    Peggy Rector's life is no bed of roses, despite her hunky landscape gardener boyfriend, Jess Carson. Their relationship has its ups and downs and his teenage daughter is no help. Both face critical decisions and their romance hangs in the balance. When an unpopular wealthy homeowner goes missing, a rural Texas community pulls together to search for him, but it's Peggy who finds Vince Koenig dead. The arrow in his abdomen belongs to her best friend's son and the police are gunning for him. Peggy's gut tells her he's innocent, and once again, the members of the Stinky Springs Ladies Social Club band together to investigate the crime. A second death hardens her resolve to solve the crime, but the murderer is on to her. A Christmas ice storm leaves Peggy isolated and vulnerable. Alone, she must outwit a clever killer to survive.

  • - Ancient Voices From The Spirit Realms Proving Christianity To Be Of Heathen Origin
    af J M Roberts
    480,95 - 589,95 kr.

    This Is A New Release Of The Original 1892 Edition.

  • af J M Roberts
    165,95 - 301,95 kr.

    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

  • - Ancient Voices from the Spirit Realms Proving Christianity to Be of Heathen Origin
    af J M Roberts
    469,95 - 605,95 kr.

    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

  • af J M Roberts
    165,95 kr.

    Apollonius The Jesus Of The Christians is a book written by J.M. Roberts that explores the life and teachings of Apollonius of Tyana, a philosopher and holy man who lived in the first century AD. The book compares and contrasts the similarities and differences between Apollonius and Jesus Christ, examining their respective roles in the religious and cultural contexts of their time. Roberts delves into the historical and mythological accounts of Apollonius, drawing from various sources including ancient texts, legends, and folklore. He also discusses the influence of Apollonius on early Christianity, as well as the controversies surrounding his divinity and miracles. Throughout the book, Roberts presents a balanced and objective analysis of Apollonius and his impact on religious thought and practice. He provides a fascinating insight into the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient world, and how they continue to shape our understanding of spirituality and faith today. Overall, Apollonius The Jesus Of The Christians is a thought-provoking and insightful read for anyone interested in the history of religion and philosophy.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Antiquity Unveiled: Ancient Voices from the Spirit Realms Proving Christianity to be of Heathen Origin, by J. M. Roberts. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597717.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

  • af J M Roberts
    165,95 - 300,95 kr.

    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

  • af J M Roberts
    513,95 kr.

    First published in 1976, J.M. Robert's The New History of the World is a one of the landmark works of our era. It has been fully revised and updated to offer a substantial, authoritative, and truly global narrative of world history.

  • - The Little Death
    af J M Roberts
    143,95 kr.

  • - The History of the World, 1901 to the Present
    af J M Roberts
    198,95 kr.

    This dazzling overview of a turbulent century explores both dramatic events and underlying trends. Despite a terrible two-stage 'European civil war' and the traumatic rise and fall of communism, wealth has increased dramatically alongside a four-fold leap in population, women's lives have been transformed, America has assumed undisputed political and cultural leadership. The Penguin History of the Twentieth Century is powerful, international and definitive.