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1958

Studies in the Sermon on the Mount


D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones - 1958
    A spiritual classic, this detailed and comprehensive study by one of the greatest expository preachers of our time explains Christ's teaching in the Sermon on the Mount and incisively applies it to the Christian life.

The Synonym Finder


J.I. Rodale - 1958
    With a simple alphabetical arrangement this book has been expanded to include thousands of new words and expressions that have entered the language in recent years, and includes clearly labelled slang and informal words and expressions.

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding


La Leche League International - 1958
    What's the secret of successful breastfeeding? For almost fifty years mothers who have been in touch with La Leche League have found the kind of information and support they needed to breastfeed their babies. In this newly revised edition of The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, you will learn: ? How human milk offers lifetime benefits for your baby ? How to prepare for breastfeeding during pregnancy ? How to exercise and lose weight safely while nursing ? How to find time for yourself while meeting baby's needs ? How to increase your milk supply by using herbs and medications ? How to be sure your baby is getting enough to eat The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding was the first book of its kind, written for mothers by mothers. Over the years, more than two million mothers have turned to it for information and inspiration.

The New Testament in Modern English


J.B. Phillips - 1958
    Phillips’ rendering of Holy Scripture into contemporary English is accessible and powerful to a modern audience. Easy to read and remarkable in its passionate depictions of Jesus and the Apostles, this book is a classic work of Christian literature perfect for anyone looking to supplement their understanding of the Bible and enrich their spiritual life.

Commentaries, 22 Vols


John Calvin - 1958
    Written in a clear, lucid style, it combines a profound reverence for the Bible with a rare objectivity in its exegesis.

Early Christian Doctrines


J.N.D. Kelly - 1958
    Dr. Kelly organizes an ocean of material by outlining the development of each doctrine in its historical context. He lucidly summarizes the genesis of Chrisitian thought from the close of the apostolic age to the Council of Chalcedon in the fifth century--a time teeming with fresh and competing ideas. The doctrines of the Trinity, the authority of the Bible and tradition, the nature of Christ, salvation, original sin and grace, and the sacraments are all extensively treated in these pages.This revised edition of Early Christian Doctrines includes:Sweepingly updated early chaptersRevised and updated bibliographiesA completely new chapter on Mary and the saints

The Letter to the Romans


William Barclay - 1958
    Barclay's fresh translation and clear exposition make Paul's very complicated letter to the church in Rome easier than ever to understand. Both in mood and in method Romans is entirely different from Paul's other writings. Here he is settling down in a systematic fashion the essence of his faith--bequeathing in a "theological least will and testament" the ideas which have most shaped Christian belief: the questions of righteousness, of the Jews as the Chosen People, and of how man is to live his daily life. Thanks to Dr. Barclay's singular gifts, Paul's deep meanings shine brilliantly here, answering fully every reader seeking the heart of his gospel.

A Dictionary of Symbols


Juan Eduardo Cirlot - 1958
    At every stage of civilization, people have relied on symbolic expression, and advances in science and technology have only increased our dependence on symbols. The language of symbols is considered a science, and this informative volume offers an indispensable tool in the study of symbology. It can be used as a reference or simply browsed for pleasure. Many of its entries — those on architecture, mandala, numbers, serpent, water, and zodiac, for example — can be read as independent essays. The vitality of symbology has never been greater: An essential part of the ancient arts of the Orient and of the Western medieval traditions, symbolism underwent a 20th-century revival with the study of the unconscious, both directly in the field of dreams, visions, and psychoanalysis, and indirectly in art and poetry. A wide audience awaits the assistance of this dictionary in elucidating the symbolic worlds encountered in both the arts and the history of ideas.

First Aid Manual: The Authorised Manual of St John Ambulance, St Andrew's Ambulance Association and the British Red Cross


St John Ambulance - 1958
    Showing you how to treat someone suffering from more than 100 medical conditions and injuries, whether a minor burn or a heart attack, this latest edition of the bestselling ACEP First Aid Manual gives you the knowledge you need instantly if someone becomes ill or gets hurt.

The Gospel of Matthew: Vol. 2, Chapters 11-28


William Barclay - 1958
    Barclay clarifies these and many other interesting and perplexing matters in this second volume of The Gospel of Matthew. As usual in the series, the "lessons" are arranged for daily reading. The text comes first in Dr. Barclay's own translation, followed in each case by his commentary.

Mormon Doctrine


Bruce R. McConkie - 1958
    Since it is impossible for a man to be saved in ignorance of God and his laws, and since man is saved no faster than he gains knowledge of Jesus Christ and the plan of salvation, it follows that men are obligated at their peril to learn and apply the true doctrines of the gospel. This gospel compendium will enable men, more effectively, to "teach one another the doctrine of the kingdom"; to "be instructed more perfectly in theory, in principle, in doctrine, in the law of the gospel, in all things that pertain unto the kingdom of God, that are expedient" for them "to understand." (D. & C. 88:77-78.)

Lectures on Genesis: Chapters 1-5


Martin Luther - 1958
    These are a selection representing only about a third of Luther-s works in the Latin and German of the standard Weimar Edition, not including the German Bible. The Reformer-s lectures on the First Book of Moses must be numbered among the great works in the field of exegetical writing. Unlike many scholars who have undertaken to expound Genesis, Luther is not afraid to adhere strictly to the letter of what Moses wrote. He does not indulge in wild allegories. He does not tear words or sentences out of their context. He knows that Genesis is the Word of God. Therefore he approaches the book with awe and reverence. His is a genuinely Christian commentary. This volume discusses Genesis 1-5, including the Creation, the Fall, the First Brothers, and the line of Adam.

The Interlinear NASB-NIV Parallel New Testament in Greek & English


Alfred Marshall - 1958
    It sets the New American Standard Bible with its "literal correspondence" approach side by side with the New International Version and its "dynamic equivalency" approach, allowing you to easily compare the two translations. It directly relates Greek words in the Nestle's Greek text to their corresponding translations in the NASB and NIV texts. And it allows easier reading of the Greek New Testament. These advantages offer you a better understanding of the Bible. This proven study tool uses Alfred Marshall's interlinear English text -- the standard, widely used literal translation of the Nestle's Greek text, 21st edition. A generation of students, pastors, and scholars has relied on Marshall's renowned contribution to biblical study. The Interlinear NASB - NIV Parallel New Testament brings it to you in a parallel format that will bring new depth, perspective, and insight to your Bible studies.

The Religions of Man


Huston Smith - 1958
    It is not a history; it is not a critique. Instead it explains, simply and sympathetically, the basic tenets of each religion and the reasons why it attracts millions of devout followers. As the author writes in the first chapter, "This is a book about religion that exists...not as a dull habit but as an acute fever. It is about religion alive. And whenever religion comes to life it displays a startling quality; it takes over. All else, while not silenced, becomes subdued and thrown without contest into a supporting role."Thoroughly researched, "The Religions of Man" carries its scholarship lightly. It is a dependable, informative, fascinating presentation of both the differences and similarities in the major religious traditions. And it is essential for anyone who would understand peoples of other lands, other cultures, other religions.

The Canon of Judo: Classic Teachings on Principles and Techniques


Kyuzo Mifune - 1958
    In recent years, Judo has acquired heightened popularity, both in Japan and around the world, as a martial art and a path to spiritual enlightenment.Kyuzo Mifune (1883-1965) began Judo as a junior middle-school student, and in 1945 was awarded the rank of 10th dan. known as the "God of Judo," he was so famous that, in referring to him, the words "10th dan" alone sufficed. Legend has it that in his sixty years of practice he never lost a match and was never thrown.This book is the completely revised edition of Canon of Judo, originally published in 1960. It is said the book played a big role in founding the International Judo Federation, and in helping Judo to become an Olympic sport in 1964.Shortly before his death Mifune revised his work, and this new edition includes these revisions, as well as a completely new translation of the original. It also contains a completely new layout.With around 1,000 photos of the author and his students, and detailed, thorough explanations of the techniques, The Canon of Judo is the only book of its kind to provide such a comprehensive guide to the various techniques and the spirit of Judo. It will be an indispensable resource for all Judo practitioners.

Dynamic Light and Shade


Burne Hogarth - 1958
    Here is the first book on this essential subject, the product of years of study by one of the world's great teachers of drawing and an artist of international renown, Burne Hogarth.Hogarth begins with the simplist kind of light and shade, showing how a dark silhouette on white paper can communicate form and space. He then shows how the silhouette is transformed into three dimensions with the addition of minimal light - the highlight.Following these instructory chapters, Hogarth devotes a separate chapter to each of the given basic categories of light and shade: single-source light; double-source light; flat, diffused light; moonlight; and sculptural light. In these chapters Hogarth illustrates the effects of these different kinds of light on a variety of subjects and examines both natural and artificial light sources.Moving on to more complex lighting effects, Hogarth explains spatial light - how light and shade can create a sense of "near and far"; environmental light - the effects of weather, time of day, and the changing of seasons; textural light - how light reveals the surface qualities of forms that range from rough stone to silk and satin draperies; transparent light - the effects passing through transparent materials like glass and water, and translucent substances like moving water or sailcloth; fragmentation light - the disrupted light we see in such subjects as fire, rain, and flying snow; radiant light - the intense light we see when we look into the light source itself, which may range from the sun to a candle flame; and finally the various kinds of expressive light invented by the artist - such as the symbolic and mystic light of religious art, or the paterns of light and shade that convey a mood or a psychological state.Burne Hogarth illustrates every effect of light and shade with brilliant drawings in pencil, charcoal, carbon, pen and ink, and brush and ink, encouraging the reader to experiment with diverse drawing media.Dynamic Light and Shade is an essential volume for everyone who draws and paints.

The Letters of John and Jude


William Barclay - 1958
    Dr. Barclay describes the various forms in which Gnosticism appeared in 1 John, pointing out that some of its postions, such as the notion that the material world, including the human body, is evil, still infect the thinking of some Christians.

Art Of Cricket


Donald Bradman - 1958
    Bradman has also written "Farewell to Cricket" and "How to Play Cricket".

Origins: A Short Etymological Dictionary of Modern English


Eric Partridge - 1958
    As well as giving the answers to questions about the derivation of individual words, it's a fascinating book to browse thru, & includes extensive lists of prefixes, suffixes & elements used in the creation of new vocabulary.

The Hebrew And Aramaic Lexicon Of The Old Testament (Unabridged 2 Volume Study Edition)


Ludwig Köhler - 1958
    It has proven to be a valuable resource for scholars and students. In this Study Edition the complete vocabulary of the Hebrew Bible, including those parts of books which are written in Aramaic, is available. The dictionary combines scholarly thoroughness with easy accessibility, and so meets the needs of a wide range of users. The enormous advances that have taken place in the field of Semitic linguistics since the days of the older dictionaries of Classical Hebrew are well documented and assessed, as well as the often detailed discussions in modern Bible commentaries of words where the meaning is particularly difficult. But the alphabetical ordering of entries rather than the traditional arrangement of words according to their roots is particularly helpful to the new student, and also saves the advanced user much time. This 2 volume edition is an unabridged version of the five volume edition of The Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicon of the Old Testament. This set replaces the 5-volume set with ISBN 9789004119567.

The Art of Jewish Cooking


Jennie Grossinger - 1958
    The Art of Jewish Cooking by Jennie Grossinger provides many classic and favorite Jewish recipes and tips on how to make them.

Morris Dictionary of Word and Phrase Origins


William Morris - 1958
    In this new edition, William and Mary Morris update and expand their classic work to keep pace with our ever changing language.New entries include:New trends--crack, glitch, greenmail, Harrier attack airplanesForeign terms--falafel, geisha, jihad, paparazziPeople--batman, dead end kid, Dutch uncle, hatchet man, Young TurksGiven names--Chester, Edith, Jennifer and othersFood--Adam and Eve on a raft, alligator pear, grapefruit, Harriet LaneSports--box score, cheese champions, full court pressand many moreThroughout the Morris's present the histories of intriguing expressions in an eminently entertaining and readable fashion.

Gregorian Chant


Willi Apel - 1958
    This extensive survey describes the evolutionary processes of its long history as well as its definition and terminology, the structure of the liturgy, the texts, the notation, the rhythm, the tonality, and the methods and forms of psalmody.

The Viking Book of Poetry of the English-Speaking World Volumes I and II


Richard Aldington - 1958
    

Dictionary of Spoken Russian


U.S. Department of War - 1958
    Also includes 15,000-word grammatical introduction. Focus is on phrase or sentence as basic unit of communication, method now recognized as best.

From an Abandoned Work


Samuel Beckett - 1958
    Text from the Bbc play in 1958.This edition is the original play on its own and not part of an anthology

Christian Basics: An Invitation To Discipleship


John R.W. Stott - 1958
    Respected author and speaker John Stott explains Christian beginnings, beliefs, and behavior, including: * how Christianity revolves around the person of Jesus Christ and a relationship to him-not a creed or code of conduct * what Christians believe, structured around an affirmation of the three persons of the Trinity * how to build spiritual strength through a disciplined life in the Spirit This accessible guide includes end-of-chapter discussion questions, group activities, and suggestions for further reading and Bible study.

The Amplified New Testament


Anonymous - 1958
    

Motif-Index of Folk-Literature, Volume 1: A Classification of Narrative Elements in Folk Tales, Ballads, Myths, Fables, Mediaeval Romances, Exempla, Fabliaux, Jest-Books, and Local Legends


Stith Thompson - 1958
    the indispensable tool of all folk narrative scholars." --Southern Folklore Quarterly"A work of this kind can never be quite complete, but in this work Stith Thompson has approached perfection." --Volkskunde"An invaluable aid to students and scholars... " --Reference & Research Book NewsIndiana University Press, with the generous support of the L. J. and Mary C. Skaggs Foundation, is pleased to announce the republication of this folklore classic, in honor of the centenary of the American Folklore Society.

Dutch: An Essential Grammar


William Z. Shetter - 1958
    Developed with the beginner in mind, this grammar uses abundant examples and extensive cross-referencing to present the language in an engaging and accessible manner. Features include: core vocabulary for each unit a Dutch-English glossary three short stories further reading and resources. This is an ideal companion to a classroom-based course, helping to further explain and reinforce the grammar content of any chosen textbook. It is also an invaluable tool for independent learners.

Life's Too Short: Pull The Plug On Self Defeating Behavior And Turn On The Power Of Self Esteem


Abraham J. Twerski - 1958
    Twerski explains how most self-defeating behavior stems from low self-esteem and that practically no one is immune to its hazards. His advice comes from his experience in helping over 40,000 patients create better lives.

A Diplomatic History of the American People


Thomas A. Bailey - 1958
    

Peter and the Piskies: Cornish Folk and Fairy Tales


Ruth Manning-Sanders - 1958
    Ruth Manning-Sanders, a born storyteller, has related some of the traditional stories of these folk with a telling simplicity, a most delightful feeling for humour, and a rich sense of poetry which vividly captures the magical qualities of their Celtic origins. From the moving tale of Lutey and the Mermaid to the nonsense story of the Two Sillies and the light-hearted gaiety of Peter's adventures with the Piskies, the story will delight all children whether they read them themselves or have them read alive. —From the dust jacket end flap. Includes 34 folktales.

Chinese Cursive Script: An Introduction to Handwriting in Chinese


Fred Fang-Yu Wang - 1958
    In this useful volume, Fred Fang-yu Wang presents materials designed to help solve an often vexing problem for students of Chinese: how to recognize and write handwritten or cursive-style forms of Chinese characters.  Such forms are not usually taught in the regular language programs in schools and colleges.  Yet they are constantly used by Chinese in informal communications, notes, letters, manuscripts, diaries, and the like.  In fact, Chinese seldom write anything in printed-form characters, since cursive forms are generally employed for daily use.  Such forms are as frequently seen in Chinese culture as the handwritten forms seen daily in the Western environment.  A person unfamilar with the cursive forms will usually find it difficult to read handwritten Chinese despite a thorough knowledge of the printed form.  Thus the value of this book.  This book teaches students to recognize the cursive versions of 300 basic, frequently-used characters in Chinese, radical by radical.  In doing so, it fills a crucial gap in the bridge between academic learning and real-life competence.

Rudiments and Theory of Music


The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music - 1958
    

The Cowboy at Work: All About His Job and How He Does It


Fay E. Ward - 1958
    His knowledge of the country, combined with his writing and artistic abilities, make this book required reading." – Oregon Historical Quarterly"I would rank The Cowboy at Work among the best books ever written about the American cowboy, maybe the best. Every word Fay E. Ward wrote can pass the tests and cross-examinations of the severest critics in his field: The saddlemakers, horse trainers, ranchers, and cowboys who have an uncanny knack for smelling out a fraud. The core of his knowledge is as timely and accurate today as it was fifty or seventy-five years ago." – John R. Erickson, one of America’s best-known working cowboys, in his Foreword to The Cowboy at Work."Here is a book by a man who knows what he is talking about. Fay Ward, an old time bronco buster, rough-string rider, cowhand, and wrangler, has roped, thrown, and hogtied an astonishing passel of facts and herded them into a vivid corral of cow country Americana."–Chicago Sun Tribune"Head and haunches above anything else on the subject." – Arizona Highways

Judy Gorman's Breads of New England


Judy Gorman - 1958
    They learn how to create that perfect flaky biscuit; a chewy, savory bagel; a spicy three-pepper pizza; and other delectable baked goods. This generous collection of recipes reflects the unique character of New England cuisine, drawing on the region's rich ethnic heritage.

Say It in Danish


Dover Publications Inc. - 1958
    Gives the English phrase, the foreign equivalent, and a transliteration that can be read right off. Also includes many supplementary lists, signs, and aids. All words are indexed. 128 to 190pp

Cassell's Italian Dictionary (Thumb-Indexed Version): Italian-English English-Italian


Piero Rebora - 1958
    This entirely new dictionary is designed as a mirror of contemporary Italian life but it includes obsolete words and phrases which are recurrent in the works of classic Italian writers for the benefit of readers and students of Italian literature.

Cholesterol Cures: More Than 325 Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol and Live Longer from Almonds and Chocolate to Garlic and Wine


Prevention Magazine - 1958
    and moreGet the real scoop on:* Cholesterol-lowering eggs, salad dressings, margarines, and snack bars* New anti-cholesterol supplements and herbs (such as niacin and red yeast rice extract)* The fat and cholesterol content of 500 everyday foodsYou'll discover how:* Chili peppers lower triglycerides, a type of blood fat related to cholesterol* Chicory, a coffee substitute, clobbers cholesterol* Red meat can be part of a low-fat, low choesterol diet* Yoga can help cut high cholesterolIncludes a menu plan and recipes for lowering your cholesterol 30 points in 30 days

Say It in Yiddish


Dover Publications Inc. - 1958
    Gives the English phrase, the foreign equivalent, and a transliteration that can be read right off. Also includes many supplementary lists, signs, and aids. All words are indexed.

Sources of Japanese Tradition: Volume I


William Theodore de Bary - 1958
    Volume 1 addresses the development, through the eighteenth century, of Shinto, Buddhism, and Confucianism.

Flintlock and Tomahawk: New England in King Philips's War


Douglas Edward Leach - 1958
    The battles, massacres, stratagems, and logistics of this war are all detailed, with the leaders of both sides figuring prominently in this tale of bloodshed, privation, and woe. The author weighs all the factors contributing to the Native Americans’ defeat and surveys the effects of the war on the lives of both Indians and colonists in the years to come. With insight, balance, and compassion, Leach portrays the tragedy of the war and points toward the future of the nascent American republic.

The Ancient Library of Qumran


Frank Moore Cross - 1958
    The book opens with an account of the history of the finds, and each subsequent chapter deals with a single but major area of scroll research. Each records an attempt to achieve in a given area a synthesis, or at least a systematic interpretation, of the facts now available. Old and new, published and unpublished data are drawn upon. For this revised edition, the history of the finds has been updated to the present, and a final chapter has been added detailing some of the author's views of and reactions to recent discussions and publications not found in the earlier editions.

On Your Own in the Wilderness


Townsend Whelen - 1958
    

Illustrators of Children's Books, 1946-1956: A Supplement to Illustrators of Children's Books, 1744-


Bertha E. Mahony - 1958
    It marks the progress made in the expansive years from 1946 through 1956 and illumines present tendencies in illustrating. Marcia Brown, Lynd Ward and Fritz Eichenberg, who contribute the three summarizing chapters for the period, are themselves distinguished illustrators and practitioners of the graphic arts. This volume brings up to date the biographies and bibliographies of all the outstanding artists active in this field – a compilation begun in "Contemporary Illustrators of Children's Books" (1930), continued and expanded in "Illustrators of Children's Books, 1744-1945," both under the same editorial supervision.

Zuni Dictionary


Stanley Newman - 1958