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Dante and Governance brings to the most grandiose of Dante's messages in the Divine Comedy critical viewpoints whose originality would, at any time, constitute an important addition to Dante scholarship, but the book is also notable for an approach which during the course of its composition spontaneously evolved as pragmatic and historical, particularly when seen against much contemporary Dante cricism. It explores Dante's breathtaking ambition to convince Europe's rulers and their subjects to create and embrace a universal peace, guaranteed by Pope and Holy Roman Emperor, which might afford serenity for mankind fully to develop its wonderful potentialities. In that context, a group of scholars, internationally known for their expertise not only in Dante studies but also in medieval literature and history, was invited to Oxford to discuss the poet's objectives. Each chose to argue a case from a close reading of Dante's own texts, using clear and jargon-free lamguage. Those deliberations created a well-focused and coherent group of papers on a variety of subjects, ranging from an aesthetic appreciation of Dante's depiction of free-will and moral responsibility, to a feminist perception of his attitude to the role of women in fourteenth-century Florentine public life.

Gabriele D'Annunzio, 'Gabriel of the Annunciation', shocked and dazzled early twentieth-century Europe with his sexual exploits, military feats, and political escapades. In a blaze of self-publicity those activities provided material for his fiery journalism and the stunning literary creations which have influenced each succeeding generation of Italian writers. French translations of his scandalous novels first exposed Europe to his genius, but his roots lay deep in his native soil. A pivotal presence in the evolution of Italian literature, politics, society, and taste, he rarely allowed his name to fall from the public gaze during forty critical years, and more than any other Italian since the unification of his country, he casts a shadow forwards to the present day.D'Annunzio's sexual promiscuity was legendary, yet he was a somewhat unconventional Casanova: something under five foot six, prematurely balding, blinded in one eye during the war, and blessed with what his secretary-factotum called unfortunate teeth, he was the caricaturist's dream. At the age of sixteen he pawned his grandfather's watch for the money to visit a brothel. And though he was married for 55 years to Maris, Duchess of Gallese, his adult years witnessed a trail of discarded lovers, who were severally driven to drugs, suicide attempts, alcoholism, and madness. His countless liaisons involved a number of women cast as muses in his writings, including artistes such as Eleonora Duse, Ida Rubinstein, and Isadora Duncan. From his earliest years D'Annunzio set out to create a unique personality for himself, aided by friends who invented myths about his life and early writings. In adolescence he circulated rumours of his own death to the Italian newspapers, helping to stir up interest in the imminent publication of his latest work. That slim volume, mentioned in most of the ensuing obituaries, sold well and found sympathetic reviewers. As time passed, other stories accumulated and attached themselves to his public persona, until truth and fiction became indistinguishable. Had he been born during a storm at sea on the deck of the sailing-ship Irene? Was he involved in the celebrated theft of the Mona Lisa in 1911? Had he experimented with cannibalism during a journey through Libya? Was he, in the end, assassinated by a Nazi spy for his opposition in 1937 to the alliance between Mussolini and Hitler? The present biography is the first fully-documented appraisal of this extraordinary man's career, making use of previously unpublished manuscripts and new source material, and attempting to maintain a degree of objectivity never previously seen in Dannunzian scholarship.

Take a flight into the dart-side of life with the ultimate darts gift book - it's game on in this fascinating and entertaining companion to the sport, whether you're a seasoned darts enthusiast or can't tell 'The Nuke' from 'The Bomb'.From the back rooms of Stoke-on-Trent to jam-packed audiences at Alexandra Palace, darts' remarkable transformation from pub game to primetime TV calls for an essential go-to guide to the modern game. This sharp and witty handbook dives deep into the sport and its champions, as well as shining a spotlight on callers and commentators, the game's unique place in British culture, and so much more.Answering important questions you might never have thought to ask, such as, 'is it possible to recover from a nasty bout of dartitis?' and 'why do darts players wear so much nylon?', Who Darts Wins! takes aim at the secrets, the science and the slingers of the darts world - this is the game revealed as never before!Written with knowledge, insight and humour by lifelong darts fan John Woodhouse (Winner - Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year 2023), Who Darts Wins! is the perfect companion book for the darts revolution. Grab your arrers and give it a go - those who dart really do win!

Take a flight into the dart-side of life with the ultimate darts gift book - it's game on in this fascinating and entertaining companion to the sport, whether you're a seasoned darts enthusiast or can't tell 'The Nuke' from 'The Bomb'.From the back rooms of Stoke-on-Trent to jam-packed audiences at Alexandra Palace, darts' remarkable transformation from pub game to primetime TV calls for an essential go-to guide to the modern game. This sharp and witty handbook dives deep into the sport and its champions, as well as shining a spotlight on callers and commentators, the game's unique place in British culture, and so much more.Answering important questions you might never have thought to ask, such as, 'is it possible to recover from a nasty bout of dartitis?' and 'why do darts players wear so much nylon?', Who Darts Wins! takes aim at the secrets, the science and the slingers of the darts world - this is the game revealed as never before!Written with knowledge, insight and humour by lifelong darts fan John Woodhouse (Winner - Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year 2023), Who Darts Wins! is the perfect companion book for the darts revolution. Grab your arrers and give it a go - those who dart really do win!

The book of 1 Kings outlines the rise and fall of ancient Israel through the stories of fourteen kings. It is a book of great victories and devastating failures. In its pages are violence, betrayal, power, and politics. But no matter how great the accomplishments or evil the deeds, none of these kingdoms built by human kings could last.John Woodhouse walks us through this book passage by passage as it reveals how God’s purpose for the kings reaches far beyond what they could accomplish in their lifetimes. Their lives are part of a greater story, bearing witness about the King of kings, Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world—building and strengthening our faith as we set our eyes on the kingdom that will last forever. Divided into 8 parts, each with a distinct theme found in the book of 1 KingsWritten in a conversational, pastoral tone, making it particularly suitable for devotional use and preaching preparationAuthor is a seasoned pastor with many years of experience preaching and teaching God’s WordFeatures an illustration index, a general index, and a Scripture indexPart of the award-winning Preaching the Word commentary series

Explore the History of Ancient Israel and Judah to Find Hope Amid Division in the World TodayThe book of 2 Kings recounts the most tragic period in the Old Testament: the collapse of the two nation-states that had once been Israel. Following rebellion against the house of David, God’s people entertained false gods and endured a turbulent succession of kings, none of whom could bring the salvation they desperately needed. In this Preaching the Word volume, John Woodhouse presents a thorough yet accessible study of 2 Kings. Walking passage-by-passage through the text, he examines the destruction of Israel and Judah, and makes practical connections that will help believers endure the troubles of the world today. This expositional commentary is an essential resource for anyone interested in studying, teaching, or preaching the Bible.  Expositional Commentary on 2 Kings: In-depth, practical study of the kings and prophets of Israel and JudahReader-Friendly: Written by pastors for pastors, this commentary is also an accessible resource for students and lay peoplePart of the Preaching the Word Series: Volumes for 1 Kings and other books of the Bible are also available in the series

King David stands as one of the most important figures of world history. From children’s storybooks to Michelangelo’s famous statue, ancient Israel’s most famous king is still remembered and recognized by people around the world three thousand years after he lived.In this commentary on the book of 2 Samuel, professor and former pastor John Woodhouse helps readers deepen their understanding of David’s tumultuous reign by highlighting his place in salvation history—a history that began with Israel but now encompasses God’s plan for the whole world. What’s more, he shows that the concept of the kingdom of God is crucial to the whole storyline of the Bible . . . and for our lives today.Designed as a trustworthy resource for pastors who preach and teach on a regular basis, this commentary makes the case that David’s story is relevant because it lays the crucial foundation for the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, “the Son of David.”Part of the Preaching the Word series.

The Old Testament book of 1 Samuel records the story of three important leaders in Israel’s history: Samuel, Saul, and David. The lives of these flawed men showcase God’s gracious response to ancient Israel’s leadership crisis, offering valuable lessons related to why leaders fail, the impact this failure can have on God's people, and what it means to model godly leadership—even today.In this accessible commentary, John Woodhouse shows how 1 Samuel reveals the importance of true leadership and the character of the godly leader. More significantly, this volume points forward to Jesus Christ, the fulfillment of God’s promises to his people and the only perfect leader the world has ever known.Those who preach and teach God's Word will find this an invaluable resource as they seek to help others embrace 1 Samuel's timely message.Part of the Preaching the Word series.