Aged 25, Lockhart became the British Vice-Consul to Moscow in 1912. In 1918 he was charged with establishing a diplomatic understanding with the Bolsheviks, to ensure that Russia remained in the war against Germany. Then he was falsely accused of a counter-revolutionary plot to overthrow the Bolsheviks. This is his story.
One of the classic tomes on Scotch whisky written by Sir Robert Bruce Lockhart whose family were closely connected with Balmenach Distillery. An evocative and revealing portrait of times long past in this most fascinating of industries.
The Carthusians, established 900 years ago by St. Bruno, represent the most enclosed religious order in the Catholic Church, embodying a life of solitude and continuous prayer. They trace their spiritual lineage to early Christians and the Desert Fathers, maintaining a unique tradition of unwavering commitment to their way of life. Renowned for their purity and stability, they are considered 'the most precious jewel in the Church's crown,' highlighting their significance within Catholicism.
Sonda o života kartuziánských mnichů. Kniha je zajímavým průvodcem po historii a současnosti tohoto kontemplativního řádu. Vychází s předmluvou arcibiskupa Bruno Heima.
