FIRST YOU SEE THEM. THEN YOU DISAPPEAR.It started with the numbers. Spray-painted in red on street signs, outside homes and train stations.Then came the messages. At random, thousands upon thousands of complete strangers received a text on their phones: 10 15 is coming. It wasn't a clue - it was a warning.Last night, the first twelve were taken from their homes. No ransom, no note, just the numbers scrawled on their bedroom walls.

FIRST YOU SEE THEM. THEN YOU DISAPPEAR.It started with the numbers. Spray-painted in red on street signs, outside homes and train stations.Then came the messages. At random, thousands upon thousands of complete strangers received a text on their phones: 10 15 is coming. It wasn't a clue - it was a warning.Last night, the first twelve were taken from their homes. No ransom, no note, just the numbers scrawled on their bedroom walls.

Allegory has been variously defined as a literary genre, a mode of interpretation, and a symbolic dimension to all language. Although 'allegory' historically escapes easy definition, it can be broadly defined as a mode of communicating that says one thing and means another. Allegory arguably functions by means of a distinction between the surface level of communication and a further level or levels of significance beyond the surface. The term 'allegory' has historically been used both of a...

This rhetorical study of the persuasive practice of English Puritan preachers and writers demonstrates how they appeal to both reason and imagination in order to persuade their hearers and readers towards conversion, assurance of salvation and godly living. Examining works from a diverse range of preacher-writers such as William Perkins, Richard Sibbes, Richard Baxter and John Bunyan, this book maps out continuities and contrasts in the theory and practice of persuasion.Tracing the ...

Traditional methods employed in biblical interpretation involve a two-way dialogue between the text and the reader. Reception theory expands this into a three-way dialogue, with the third partner being the history of the text's interpretation and application. Most contemporary biblical interpreters have ignored this third partner, although recently the need to include the history of interpretation has gained some attention. This book explores the hermeneutical resources that reception theo...

Many readers of the Bible believe that interpreting the Scriptures well simply involves a two-way dialogue between themselves and the text. Implied in this view is the idea that we can simply jump over two thousand years of biblical interpretation. However, if we believe that God has been speaking through the Bible to devout believers throughout history it would seem that we should find a way to identify the insights they perceived in the text so that we can learn to read these sacred text...

"The Cretaceous Birds of New Jersey" by Storrs L. Olson and David C. Parris explores the fascinating avian life that existed during the Cretaceous period in what is now New Jersey. This work delves into the fossil evidence of birds from this era, providing insights into their anatomy, behavior, and ecological roles. The authors meticulously analyze the fossil records, offering a comprehensive overview of the diversity of bird species that thrived in prehistoric environments, contributing s...

First Published in 1994. The Survey of English Dialects (SED) is the only detailed nation-wide dialect survey which has ever been conducted in England. The SED is a unique repository of data on the traditional dialects of England in the mid-twentieth century. This remarkable record is a valuable resource for scholars in the fields of British English dialectology, sociolinguistics, and English historical linguistics. The SED fieldwork was undertaken in predominantly rural communities in Eng...

The small grain cereals wheat, barley, oats and rye are cultivated worldwide. They form the foundation of most agricultural systems and are essential in the manufacture of staple products such as bread, pasta and fermented beverages. Reflecting the global and economic importance of cereal crops, this book aims to make identification of diseases aff

A simple, straightforward retelling of the Christmas story, with vibrant illustrations from artist Jo Parry (Candle Bible for Kids). This sturdy and colourful little book is just right for little ones starting to learn about Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem and the shepherds and wise men who came to meet Baby Jesus. An excellent value gift, perfect for gift giving or stocking fillers.

This striking 400-page Bible, written for five- to seven-year-olds, introduces young readers to approximately fifty Bible stories, each around eight pages in length, designed to be engaging and age-appropriate. Arranged in chronological order and with Scripture references throughout, this instant favourite is brought to life by artist Jo Parry, illustrator of the Candle Read and Play series. Perfect for graduates of the Candle Bible for Toddlers.

Miriam was glad to be warm and cosy inside her cowshed. There were so many people in the town but it was nice and peaceful in her shed. Little was she to know that she would be joined by Midnight Visitors, and not just any old visitors... Snuggle up and enjoy the warm soft feel the art and narrative bring to this delightful Christmas picture book with a difference.