The origins and development of the Divine Office are traced through both Eastern and Western branches of the Church, providing a wealth of historical and liturgical information.From the small beginnings of a few Christians in New Testament Jerusalem, the prayer of the Church spread, changing and evolving as it met and was assimilated by different cultures.This classic study is a major resource for the liturgical scholar.

In obedience to Jesus' command, 'Do this in remembrance of me', the ritual repetition of the Lord's Supper down through the ages and across multiple Christian cultures in the liturgies of East and West, has given rise, inevitably, to innumerable diversities of shape, text, cultural context, and theological interpretation, as well as to debates, sometimes heated, among modern experts as to the methodologies for resolving the problems arising from these differences. The problems of cultural ...

The answer to the question raised in the title of this book is yes. This well-documented account explores the four culprits: progressivism, communism, Islamism, and globalism. After presenting the American concept and its key vulnerabilities, the book tracks the history of each of these isms, comparing their similarities and describing why Americanism runs totally counter to their principles. From 1900 to the present, this chilling but factual account shows the impact the isms have had on ...

Ahoy there, mateys! Set sail on a thrilling adventure with James Fenimore Cooper's "My Brigantine." This stirring poem isn't just any tale - it's a call to the open ocean. Feel the spray of the sea as we climb aboard a magnificent brigantine, a two-masted beauty that slices through waves like a knife. Our fearless captain trusts the whispers of the wind and the guidance of the stars, leading us on a daring voyage across uncharted waters. Buckle up as we face howling storms and laugh in the...

We have another great lineup this time, with original tales by Robert Lopresti (thanks to Acquiring Editor Michael Bracken), Shannon Taft (thanks to Acquiring Editor Barb Goffman), Wayne Carey, Teel James Glenn, and JM Cyrus (who gets the honor of having the story with the longest title that we’ve [yet] published!)As always, it’s an eclectic mix, from traditional mysteries to supernatural crimes, from space opera to a fantastic world of moving islands…and everything in between! I h...

Diggeldy Dan (rhymes with Wiggildy Wan) is a most ingenious fellow who lives in a circus called Spangleland. He looks like a clown because he perhaps is a clown but a very special clown who invites the Pretty Lady with the Blue Blue Eyes (a very special person herself) to meet with the animals of the circus. Many things happen that are just too amazing to talk about because you won't believe them but if you read this book you will perhaps learn that fun is inside all of us. The writing is ...

This title demonstrates how advanced formulation designs and delivery technologies can be used to improve drug efficacy and treatment outcomes in particular therapeutic categories or disease states. It discusses nanoparticle systems for cancer treatments, and also presents cutting edge immono-regulation agents for transplantation and the local targ

Another great selection of mysteries and science fiction by great modern and classic authors. Here are 8 short stories and 2 novels:Mysteries / Suspense / Adventure:“Ear Worm,” by Robert Jeschonek [Michael Bracken Presents short story]“Who Slew the Valkyrie,” by Hal Charles [Solve-It-Yourself Mystery]“Pot o’ Gold,” by Shannon Taft [Barb Goffman Presents short story]“Trouble in Paradise,” by Veronica Leigh [short story]The Scarlet...