James MacGregor Libri

When Victoria Pryde opens her racing paper and reads that a horse called Mr Pryde is dead, she hopes that it's just a sick joke. But she has a nasty feeling that there might be more to the announcement than meets the eye. For her husband Edward has been missing for two weeks - and with good reason: he's run up massive gambling debts and his chief creditor, an unscrupulous bookie, has been leaning on him very heavily. Then comes the discovery of his burnt-out Jaguar, with the charred remains of a body in the boot, a body which the police identify as Edward's..

He was a jockey called Jose Ramirez. He'd been dead a long time. His arms were scarred with needle-tracks. But it was a knife, not heroin, that had killed him. Alistair Rye was the last man to see him alive - and they'd had a fight. A knife had been involved. Now the police in three countries were after Alistair: for murder; for drug smuggling. Two people knew that Alistair was innocent - Alistair himself and Claudia his wife. She could clear him. And she would. Wouldn't she?

Exploring the origins and significance of the Sabbath, this book examines its role in both Jewish and Christian traditions. The author analyzes various biblical interpretations and the ongoing debates about Sabbath observance. Emphasizing its practical implications, Macgregor argues for the Sabbath as a vital social institution that fosters rest and rejuvenation, benefiting individuals and society alike. This comprehensive study serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the historical, theological, and practical aspects of the Sabbath.

The book is a facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. It reflects a commitment to cultural preservation and accessibility, ensuring that important literature remains available in high-quality editions that honor the original text.

Když se Victoria Prydeová dočte v dostihovém tisku, že je její manžel Edward mrtev, považuje to zpočátku za nepodařený vtip. Jistě, čtrnáct dní byl nezvěstný, ale to si vysvětlovala tím, že se skrývá před bookmakery, jimž dlužil přílišvysoké částky. Policie obviní prvního podezřelého, trenéra Toma Radcliffa. Toho však Victoria miluje, a tak začne shánět důkazy o jeho nevině. Ví, že opravdový důvod k vraždě mohlo mít nejméně šest osob, které Edward vydíral…