David Carpenter Libri

The second volume in the definitive history of Henry III's rule, covering the revolutionary events between 1258 and the king's death in 1272

The story follows an ordinary man named Dave, whose mundane life takes a transformative turn after an unexpected encounter with the supernatural. Initially uninterested in spiritual matters, this experience profoundly alters his existence, leading him through perilous situations and ultimately to a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. Dave's journey illustrates that profound change and a sense of mission are accessible to anyone willing to seek them, highlighting themes of personal growth and spiritual awakening.

A courageous and intimate chronicle of a young boy's life in an Indian residential school.

The two-and-a-half centuries after 1066 were momentous ones in the history of Britain. In 1066, England was conquered. The Anglo-Saxon ruling class was destroyed and the English became a subject race, dominated by a Norman-French dynasty and aristocracy. This book shows how the English domination was by no means a foregone conclusion.

At 80, David Carpenter reflects on his lifelong fascination with wildlife in a collection of essays that intertwine personal anecdotes with philosophical musings. His experiences with various predators, from grizzlies to rattlesnakes, reveal a complex relationship filled with both fear and wonder. Through engaging stories, including a close encounter with grizzlies and a tug-of-war with a hidden creature while fishing, Carpenter explores the significance of nature in our lives and the importance of preserving wilderness. This memoir is a thoughtful examination of humanity's connection to the wild.

The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz is the novel that established Mordecai Richler as one of the world’s best comic writers. Growing up in the heart of Montreal’s Jewish ghetto, Duddy Kravitz is obsessed with his grandfather’s saying, “A man without land is nothing.” In his relentless pursuit of property and his drive to become a somebody, he will wheel and deal, he will swindle and forge, he will even try making movies. And in spite of the setbacks he suffers, the sacrifices he must make along the way, Duddy never loses faith that his dream is worth the price he must pay. This blistering satire traces the eventful coming-of-age of a cynical dreamer. Amoral, inventive, ruthless, and scheming, Duddy Kravitz is one of the most magnetic anti-heroes in literature, a man who learns the hard way that dreams are never exactly what they seem, even when they do come true. From the Trade Paperback edition.

The story follows Dave, an ordinary man whose life transforms dramatically after an unexpected encounter with the Holy Spirit. Initially focused on his mundane existence, he embarks on a profound journey that challenges him and leads to personal growth, fulfillment, and a sense of purpose. As he navigates dangerous situations and self-discovery, Dave's experiences illustrate that such a transformative journey is accessible to anyone seeking meaning in their life.

Focusing on the transformative period between 1258 and 1272, this volume delves into the pivotal events of Henry III's reign. It explores the political upheaval, including the rise of the barons and the struggle for power, as well as the king's responses to these challenges. The narrative provides a detailed examination of the social and political landscape of medieval England, highlighting the tensions that shaped the monarchy and the kingdom during this critical era.

Cherry Hill is arguably the world's greatest model engineer, and the word ' models' hardly does justice to what she produces. For the past several decades Cherry has created scaled-down, yet elaborate and working versions of traction engines. Here, the fruits of her career are displayed in all their glory for your inspiration and enjoyment.

For its 800th anniversary, a new edition of one of democracy’s founding legal documents, with extensive new commentary Wrested by rebellious barons from a very reluctant King John, Magna Carta set out a series of rights and duties that have been appealed to, ignored, suppressed, and argued about ever since. Here, David Carpenter’s forceful new translation is accompanied by extensive commentary that sheds new light on this illustrious legal document. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.