NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERPerhaps the most influential sovereign England has ever known; Queen Elizabeth I remained an extremely private person throughout her reign; keeping her own counsel and sharing secrets with no one--not even her closest; most trusted advisers. Now; in this brilliantly researched; fascinating new book; acclaimed biographer Alison Weir shares provocative new interpretations and fresh insights on this enigmatic figure.Against a lavish backdrop of pageantry and passion; intrigue and war; Weir dispels the myths surrounding Elizabeth I and examines the contradictions of her character. Elizabeth I loved the Earl of Leicester; but did she conspire to murder his wife? She called herself the Virgin Queen; but how chaste was she through dozens of liaisons? She never married—was her choice to remain single tied to the chilling fate of her mother; Anne Boleyn? An enthralling epic that is also an amazingly intimate portrait; The Life of Elizabeth I is a mesmerizing; stunning reading experience.
#284016 in Books Helmut Koester 1992-03-01 1992-03-01Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 228.60 x .97 x 6.00l; 1.42 #File Name: 0334024501480 pagesAncient Christian Gospels
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Good News about JesusBy Leona BThis is a scholarly; well-researched study of ancient writings about Jesus and his sayings. It compares many quotes from other authors with the four Gospels in our Bible; and discusses the oral traditions that were current after Jesus' death. I would recommend it to a studious person who is interested in history and wants to understand why the stories may vary and offer a different viewpoint.3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Reading outside the linesBy Victor GThis is an excellent volume with which to get an overall view of ancient works related to our Christian heritage. I like the fact that Koester is willing to use writings that are outside the Canon. Works like; The Gospel of Thomas; though not considered part of the Christian literary ethic certainly have a bearing on our total education. The Dead Sea Scrolls have a definite impact on our way of thinking and Koester presents them in an unbiased manner.33 of 37 people found the following review helpful. A fascinating history of the development of the gospelsBy A CustomerI couldn't agree more with Midwest Book Review. I absolutely love this book and am fascinated by the content. It's not a book on spirituality; but if you're a history buff and want to understand how the Christian religion evolved; this is a crucial piece of the puzzle. The book covers both canonical and non-canonical literature and summarizes much of the scholarly discussion concerning the sources of the writings; the relationship to oral traditions; evidence of who used what as the basis for gospel development; etc. It gets down into the detail where I'd like to be but lack too much of the background required to get there.
