Sir Henry Paul Harvey, vaak gepubliceerd als Paul Harvey, was een Britse historicus en auteur wiens werk zich richtte op de moderne Britse geschiedenis. Zijn geschriften boden diepgaande inzichten in de politieke en sociale gebeurtenissen van zijn tijd. Harvey's proza was nauwkeurig en analytisch, waardoor lezers de complexiteit van de onderwerpen die hij onderzocht volledig konden begrijpen. Zijn publicaties van Oxford worden beschouwd als essentiële literatuur voor het begrijpen van de Britse geschiedenis.
Looks at the landscape, institutions and daily life of Great Britain. Comprehension questions guide the students to examine the information closely and draw their own conclusions about key issues. There are also interviews with people talking about their own experiences of life in Britain.
1958 Oxford at the Clarendon Press; Third Edition Hardcover
Encompasses every aspect of the saxophone, including its history, the instrument, teaching and repertoire. The book also features music examples and photographs.
Religious Cultures and Racial Identities Among Southern Baptists, 1865-1925
The book explores the intertwined cultures of black and white Baptists in the South, highlighting their influence on southern religious history and culture. Paul Harvey adopts a biracial and bicultural perspective, revealing how these communities, while remaining distinct, have drawn from and shaped one another. This approach redefines the understanding of southern culture as a product of complex interactions between these groups, emphasizing their shared yet separate experiences.
Religious Culture and the Shaping of the South from the Civil War through the Civil Rights Era
Focusing on the interplay of race and culture, this work examines the role of religion in the post-Civil War and twentieth-century South. It reveals how southern Protestantism, while reinforcing existing social hierarchies through formal theology, also contained elements of subversion through evangelical practices. The author highlights the passionate individualism and expressive faith of believers, suggesting that these aspects played a crucial role in challenging the status quo and fostering change within southern society.
A comprehensive guide to the world of classical literature, this volume offers detailed entries on the major works, authors, and themes of the Western literary canon. From Homer to Virgil to Dante, Harvey provides insightful commentary on the enduring legacy of the classics and their influence on the literature of the modern world.
Set against the backdrop of post-Vietnam War America, the story follows Terry Shepherd, a one-armed veteran grappling with trauma and hostility from society. After facing scorn from war protestors and losing his job and best friend, he confronts the dangerous North Richmond Sharpie gang. As he navigates this treacherous landscape, Terry discovers a brutal reality where survival hinges on violence, leading him to a shocking revelation about a murder that complicates his struggle for redemption.
A History of African American Christianity
Exploring the resilience of black Christian traditions, the book delves into their role in cultural survival during slavery and partial freedom. It examines the tension between 'respectability' and African heritage practices, the widespread adoption of Christianity, and critiques of it as a 'white man's religion' from the eighteenth century onward. Additionally, the narrative highlights internal divisions within churches, addressing cultural, gendered, and class disparities among congregants with varying educational backgrounds, incomes, and worship styles.
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The story revolves around Nick, a talented surfer eager to win a competition that could take him to Australia. However, his aspirations are complicated by his father's disapproval, creating tension between his dreams and family expectations. As Nick navigates the challenges of the competition and his relationship with his father, the narrative explores themes of ambition, familial duty, and the quest for personal freedom.
The chilling reality of our plastic pollution crisis and what we can do about it.
The book emphasizes the urgent need for action in the face of pressing challenges. It advocates for immediate and collective efforts to address critical issues, highlighting that individual contributions can lead to significant change. The narrative inspires readers to recognize their power and responsibility, urging them to engage actively and make a difference in their communities and beyond.