In an epic set in Iceland in the early twentieth century, Gudbjartur Jonsson buys his own croft after eighteen years of service to the local bailiff, and brings his wife and his small flock of sheep there to build a new, independent life for himself

Product Description: THE NEW AMERICAN COMMENTARY is for the minister or Bible student who wants to understand and expound the Scriptures. Notable features include:* commentary based on THE NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION;* the NIV text printed in the body of the commentary;* sound scholarly methodology that reflects capable research in the original languages;* interpretation that emphasizes the theological unity of each book and of Scripture as a whole;* readable and applicable exposition...read more

Product Description: This collection of essays examines prevalent forms of conservatism in Edwardian England, looking at the work of figures as diverse as Lord Hugh Cecil and George Wyndham.

Product Description: This handbook makes available the discoveries of modern archaeology from Bible lands, covers issues such as people at home, industry and commerce, culture and health, warfare and religion in bringing the world of the Bible to life.'

Product Description: xxi + 474 pp. with 162 illus. & 10 maps, 5 charts, 8vo.

Product Description: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process...read more