
TITLES

SEVEN MYTHS OF THE SPANISH INQUISITION
History
Genre:
Gretchen D. Starr-LeBeau
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Publisher:
Hackett
Gretchen Starr-LeBeau’s Seven Myths of the Spanish Inquisition sheds new light on one of Habsburg Spain's most notorious institutions. This concise study dismantles common myths and reframes the Inquisition's role through a modern lens. With accessible language, it reveals the nuanced history of the Inquisition's evolving practices across Spain and its empire. A valuable resource for students of early modern history, complete with a glossary and further reading.
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LA TELA DI SVEVO (SVEVO'S CANVAS)
Literary & General
Genre:
Alessio Rega
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Publisher:
Les Flaneurs
Join Svevo and Anna on a poignant journey of art, love, and self-discovery as they navigate the delicate balance between ambition and sacrifice. In the charming backdrop of Molfetta, Puglia, witness their unlikely bond unfold, spanning from the vibrant streets of Italy to the rugged landscapes of Corsica. Will Svevo's newfound inspiration lead to liberation or heartache? And can Anna find the courage to forge her own path, guided by the wisdom of her mentor? Dive into a tale where passion and aspiration collide, revealing the transformative power of love and artistic expression
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LEBEN, DAS WÄCHST (LIFE THAT GROWS)
Lifestyle, Religion & Spirituality
Genre:
Annette Jantzen
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Publisher:
Echter
Pregnancy is a transformative journey, blending fragility and power. This book explores the nexus of Pregnancy and Spirituality, articulating the beautiful and challenging moments and the profound experience of participating in life's creation.
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SORELLE TUTTE (ALL SISTERS)
Religion
Genre:
E.E. Green, S. Segoloni Ruta, S. Zorzi
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Publisher:
LaMeridiana
All sisters. All brothers. There is richness and Gospel in saying these words. It takes a little more courage, though. Or maybe parrhesia. The parrhesia perspective is argued, drawn, indicated in this book.
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LA RIVOLUZIONE DI PAPA FRANCESCO (POPE FRANCIS' REVOLUTION)
Religion
Genre:
Antonio Carbonara
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Publisher:
LaMeridiana
These pages take the reader on a journey through Pope Francis' pontificate, an alchemical condensation of what, in these eight years, he has offered to the world through his personal service to the Church: prophecy, dream, utopia.
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DIENEN STATT HERRSCHEN (SERVITUDE, NOT DOMINION)
Religion
Genre:
Michael Theobald
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Publisher:
Fr. Pustet
Michael Theobald, a distinguished New Testament scholar, explores the historical and theological aspects of early Church offices, addressing social competencies, the role of women, and the relevance of the New Testament model to contemporary ministry discussions.
His answers are accessible and based on profound research.
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ECHOLOT DES GLAUBENS (ECHO SOUNDER OF FAITH)
Religion & Theology
Genre:
Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst
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Publisher:
Fr. Pustet
The author explores the transmission of faith amidst today’s challenges, highlighting the digital context's influence. This book presents ways to strengthen catechesis by connecting faith to everyday life. It delves into contexts where Christian teachings can resonate, focusing on Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Through these, the author offers examples of mystagogical approaches for preaching and catechesis.
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DEGLOBALIZATION
Economy & Politics
Genre:
Edward Ashbee
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Publisher:
Agenda Publishing
Edward Ashbee examines global trends over the past 30 years, exploring shifts toward "deglobalization" or "slowbalization." He traces the backlash against globalism, intensified by the 2008 crisis, Covid-19, and techno-nationalism. The book analyzes how globalization is evolving beyond its ties to neoliberalism and Americanization.
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HOW TO SAVE THE CITY
Current Issues
Genre:
Paul Chatterton
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Publisher:
Agenda Publishing
This book is a call to action amid pressing urban challenges such as the climate crisis, social inequalities, and the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Chatterton inspires readers to engage in creating sustainable, livable, and safer cities by providing practical tactics, strategies, and empowering insights.
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THE HOLOCAUST CODES
History
Genre:
Christian Jennings
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Publisher:
Bonnier
"The Holocaust Codes" unveils the gripping tale of British codebreaker Nigel De Grey at Bletchley Park decoding secret SS and Gestapo messages during the Holocaust, while SS Major Hermann Hoefle, orchestrating mass extermination, employs cryptanalysis to conceal atrocities. The narrative spans from massacres in Eastern Europe to the struggle to convey crucial information to Allied leaders. The book explores the indifference of British officials and the post-war fate of Holocaust signals, culminating in a surprising resolution as justice is served in an unexpected manner. This poignant account delves into wartime secrecy, intelligence, and the enduring legacy of the Final Solution.
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SPICE
History
Genre:
Roger Crowley
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Publisher:
Yale U.P.
Spice is the story of six crucial decades, 1511-1571, from the Portuguese conquest of Malacca to the founding of Manila – a defining moment, when the world ‘went global’. It is a narrative of epic sweep that now defines every aspect of our lives, and the relationship with the great empires of the East.
It is big history in the fullest sense of the word.
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DEMOKRATIE UND GEMEINSCHAFT (DEMOCRACY AND COMMUNITY)
Philosophy
Genre:
Jean-Luc Nancy, Peter Engelmann
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Publisher:
Passagen
What would democracy be if we as individuals not only want to live side by side, but want to develop a common sense of life? Based on this question, Peter Engelmann debates a possible radical democracy in this conversation with Jean-Luc Nancy.
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FUGITIVES
History, Politics
Genre:
Danny Orbach
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Publisher:
Pegasus
The thrilling, untold history of Nazi fugitives turned postwar agents—for America, the Soviets, the Third World, or themselves.
Unearthing newly declassified revelations from Mossad and other archives, historian Danny Orbach reveals this long-forgotten arena of the Cold War, and its colourful cast of characters.
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THE KU KLUX KLAN
History
Genre:
Kristofer Allerfeldt
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Publisher:
The History Press
The Ku Klux Klan seeks to demystify one of the most hated, feared and poorly understood organisations in history.
Based on twenty years of research this book is the definitive history of the Ku Klux Klan, a symbol of America's long and violent legacy of racism, from foundation to the present day.
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