David Carpenter Bücher

The second volume in the definitive history of Henry III's rule, covering the revolutionary events between 1258 and the king's death in 1272

The story follows an ordinary man named Dave, whose mundane life takes a transformative turn after an unexpected encounter with the supernatural. Initially uninterested in spiritual matters, this experience profoundly alters his existence, leading him through perilous situations and ultimately to a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. Dave's journey illustrates that profound change and a sense of mission are accessible to anyone willing to seek them, highlighting themes of personal growth and spiritual awakening.

A courageous and intimate chronicle of a young boy's life in an Indian residential school.

The two-and-a-half centuries after 1066 were momentous ones in the history of Britain. In 1066, England was conquered. The Anglo-Saxon ruling class was destroyed and the English became a subject race, dominated by a Norman-French dynasty and aristocracy. This book shows how the English domination was by no means a foregone conclusion.

At 80, David Carpenter reflects on his lifelong fascination with wildlife in a collection of essays that intertwine personal anecdotes with philosophical musings. His experiences with various predators, from grizzlies to rattlesnakes, reveal a complex relationship filled with both fear and wonder. Through engaging stories, including a close encounter with grizzlies and a tug-of-war with a hidden creature while fishing, Carpenter explores the significance of nature in our lives and the importance of preserving wilderness. This memoir is a thoughtful examination of humanity's connection to the wild.

Duddy Kravitz wächst in der St. Urbain’s Street auf, mitten im jüdischen Viertel von Montreal. Er stammt aus einfachen Verhältnissen und muß früh lernen sich durchzusetzen. Die Jungs aus dem Viertel bewundern ihn, er ist gewitzt, hinterlistig, immer zu allem bereit. Als ihm eines Tages sein Großvater Simcha erzählt, dass ein Mann ohne Grundbesitz ein Niemand sei, steht für ihn fest, daß er ein Stück Land erwerben muß. Nachdem er die Schule abgeschlossen hat, setzt er alles daran, seinen Traum zu verwirklichen – ob als Schmuggler oder Filmproduzent, als rasender Taxifahrer oder Vertreter für Toilettenartikel ist ihm gleich. Hauptsache, es kommt genügend Geld zusammen. Doch Duddy verstrickt sich in immer turbulentere Unternehmungen und vergrault nach und nach all jene, die ihm wohlgesonnen sind. Fabulierfreudig und mit viel Humor erzählt Mordecai Richler von den Abenteuern eines jungen Mannes, der es zu etwas bringen will im Leben und die schmerzhafte Erfahrung machen muß, dass unsere Träume nie das sind, was wir glauben – selbst wenn sie wahr werden.

The story follows Dave, an ordinary man whose life transforms dramatically after an unexpected encounter with the Holy Spirit. Initially focused on his mundane existence, he embarks on a profound journey that challenges him and leads to personal growth, fulfillment, and a sense of purpose. As he navigates dangerous situations and self-discovery, Dave's experiences illustrate that such a transformative journey is accessible to anyone seeking meaning in their life.

Cherry Hill is arguably the world's greatest model engineer, and the word ' models' hardly does justice to what she produces. For the past several decades Cherry has created scaled-down, yet elaborate and working versions of traction engines. Here, the fruits of her career are displayed in all their glory for your inspiration and enjoyment.

For its 800th anniversary, a new edition of one of democracy’s founding legal documents, with extensive new commentary Wrested by rebellious barons from a very reluctant King John, Magna Carta set out a series of rights and duties that have been appealed to, ignored, suppressed, and argued about ever since. Here, David Carpenter’s forceful new translation is accompanied by extensive commentary that sheds new light on this illustrious legal document. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.