Sentences with phrase «of magnificent books»

A collection of magnificent books — plus some bad ones thrown in for variety — and impassioned readers: students, teachers and librarians.

Not exact matches

Munger said in his famous The Psychology of Human Misjudgment speech at Harvard: «Cialdini does a magnificent job and you're all going to be given a copy of Cialdini's book.

Richard John Neuhaus» comment on Douglas Laycock's «Substantive Neutrality Revisited» law - review article (While We're At It, June / July 2008) referred to Philip Hamburger's 2002 book Separation of Church and State as a «magnificent» debunking of Jefferson's wall between church and state.

During Lent, I've been rewatching the magnificent 1981 BBC production of Brideshead Revisited — the best TV adaption ever made of a great novel, in part because of the stunning cast but in larger part because Evelyn Waugh's book is the screenplay.

When Time Shall Be No More is so thoroughly researched and so comprehensive in scope it is difficult to imagine that any critical historian will try to retell the story for decades to come, The only real problem with this truly magnificent book is that Boyer strains to locate the significance of prophecy belief where it does not exist, or exists only inconsequentially: in the realm of secular politics.

The author of a new book, Magnificent Desolation, Aldrin argues, «More than just exploring a hostile new world, Apollo 11 was about bold vision and great risk, about the obstacles a great nation could overcome with dedication, courage and teamwork.

This book shows modern children in the magnificent setting of St Peter's, meeting a real pope and asking the questions that we all have about some of the big mysteries of our religion.

In his magnificent book Transfigured Night, a study of the Zimbabwean night - vigil movement, the pungwe, Titus Presler reports: «Charismatic renewal, conflict with demons, and the liberation of women are other fruits bearing directly on the churches» mission in Zimbabwe.»

As a final example, consider how the feminist exegetes treat the brief Book of Ruth, a portrait of a brave and magnificent woman if there ever was one.

Many books of magnificent scholarship examine historical and literary questions about the New Testament.

René Dubos ends his little book The Torch of Life (Simon & Schuster, 1962) with a magnificent statement of the importance of recognizing this continuity without ego investment.

Orbis Books has put together A Portfolio of Prints containing twelve of his best - known works, including the magnificent «Christ of the Breadlines» and «The Peaceable Kingdom.»

The Old Testament almost completely lacks this mythological interest, one of the few examples being the prologue of the book of Job, and this is very likely an ancient myth which a post-exilic writer adapted to provide the setting for his magnificent poem on the riddle of human destiny.

A magnificent team performance saw reigning European champions Real Madrid put to the sword in devastating fashion at Wembley Stadium on Wednesday evening, as we booked our place in the knockout stages of the Champions League with two games to spare.

Capital, a magnificent 650 - page work, first appeared in France late last year and already looms, in Paul Krugman's eyes, as «the most important economics book of the year — and maybe of the decade».

Cohen's book refers to the assemblyman's «magnificent» 2008 speech in London, where Lancman urged members of Parliament to adopt his legislation.

Two owners of great estates in my constituency had grandfathers who were Viceroy of India and Prime Minister, respectively — Lord Linlithgow, who has the magnificent Adam house at Hopetoun, and Lord Rosebery, who has the wonderful furniture and books of Dalmeny.

(Hyla Cass, MD, author of 8 Weeks to Vibrant Health) «A magnificent book!

You call Ang Lee, the Oscar - winning director of Brokeback Mountain, who turns the book into a magnificent and moving film.

And far too often in that span he's opted for second - rate genre fare (Man on Fire, The Book of Eli, 2 Guns) and uninspired remakes (The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 and now The Magnificent Seven).

While fans of Harry Potter would argue that they could do the same with each and every one of their beloved series» books / movies, Hunger Games seems to be a little more grounded in reality and conducive to thinking, whereas complex and magnificent though they often may be, the Potter tales break down a little more neatly into standard good vs. evil morality, the young wizards» adventures being less relevant to our own.

-- B + (Review) The Handmaiden — A -(Review) Hell or High Water — C Hello, My Name is Doris — C + (Review) Henry Gamble's Birthday Party — C + Hidden Figures — B High - Rise — C - How to Be Single — C Hunt for the Wilderpeople — B - I Am Not Your Negro — A - Indignation — B + The Intervention — B - The Invitation — B (Review — The Film Experience) Jackie — A The Jungle Book — C + Kate Plays Christine — B (Review) Keanu — C + Knight of Cups — B - Krisha — A (Review) La La Land — A -(Review) The Light Between Oceans — B Lion — B - Little Men — A (Review) The Lobster — A - Lolo — C Love & Friendship — B + Loving — B -(Review) Maggie's Plan — B - The Magnificent Seven — C -(Review — The Film Experience) A Man Called Ove — D + Manchester By The Sea — B + (Review) Me Before You — D + (Review — The Film Experience) The Meddler — B + (Review — The Film Experience) Midnight Special — B -(Review) Miles Ahead — C - Miss Sloane — B (Review) Miss Stevens — B Moana — B + Money Monster — C A Monster Calls — C Moonlight — A (Review) Morris From America — B My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 — B - Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising — B (Review) The Neon Demon — B -(Review) The Nice Guys — C Nocturnal Animals — D (Review) Other People — B (Review — The Film Experience) Paris 05:59 — C (Review — The Film Experience) Pete's Dragon — B (Review — The Film Experience) Queen of Katwe — A -(Review) Race — D Rogue One — A Star Wars Story — B (Review — The Film Experience) Rules Don't Apply — D -(Review) The Salesman — A - The Sea of Trees — D The Shallows — C Silence — A - Sing Street — A -(Review) Southside With You — B Spa Night — B - Star Trek Beyond — B Sully — D -(Review) Swiss Army Man — B + (Review) Tanna — B - Things to Come — A - Toni Erdmann — B + Triple 9 — C - Under the Shadow — B Viva — C Weiner — B + Whiskey Tango Foxtrot — C The Witch — A -(Review) Women Who Kill — B + Zoolander 2 — D + Zootopia — B

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David Berliner Regents» Professor Emeritus, Arizona State University «The Mismeasure of Education is a magnificent work, an elegantly written, brilliantly argued and erudite exposition on why the «what,» «how» and «why» of effective teaching can not be adequately demonstrated by sets of algorithms spawned in the ideological laboratories of scientific management at the behest of billionaire investors... This book will serve as a sword of Damocles, hanging over the head of the nation's educational tribunals and their adsentatores, ingratiators and sycophants in the business community... The Mismeasure of Education will have a profound resonance with those who are fed up with the hijacking of our nation's education system.

The book opens up to you, like a magnificent flower does before the first rays of sun and morning dew, offe... Read more...

My book details the horses that I have been involved with (most of them are rescues) and the valuable lessons I have learnt from these magnificent animals as well as the highs and lows of rescue work.

The genius of this book, however, is not simply in the quality of the individual stories or how they resemble one another; it's how Faulks is able to delicately stitch them together into a larger, more magnificent whole.

From the book jacket: In a magnificent feat of recreating sixteenth - century London and Stratford, bestselling biographer and novelist Peter Ackroyd brings William Shakespeare to life in the manner of a contemporary rather than a biographer.

After finishing Penegar's fine book, I consider Benjamin Franklin as belonging to that small group of people whose actions were demanded and made magnificent in building the edifice of liberty we now call the United States of America.

But the Isabel Vendle character is sourced in Dickens» Mrs. Havisham, and in characters from Orson Welles film of Booth Tarkington's The Magnificent Ambersons, and in characters from Paula Fox's novels, and in the character Agatha Harkness from Marvel's Fantastic Four comic book — as much, or more, than she is a portrait of Helen Buckler.

A woman whose function it once was to read books aloud to Marie - Antoinette is haunted by the memory of her last days at the French court of Versailles, when Louis XVI's magnificent palace succumbed to the irrepressible forces of revolution.

I thought it was fitting as we wind up the year to comment on this, and to point out that as much as we whine about the impact of Kindle Unlimited on our sales, and on the dearth of decent ad sites, and the constantly shifting marketplace, more of us than ever before are earning decent, and in some cases, magnificent, incomes, from writing and publishing, without any help from the traditional channels that used to have the book selling business locked up.

LYNN: Why do you think it took you 8 years to finish your book The Magnificent Truths of Our Existence?

Renowned for her exquisite prose and penetrating insights, Lahiri attains new heights of artistry — flawless transparency, immersive intimacy with characters and place — in her spellbinding fourth book and second novel, a magnificent, universal, and indelible work of literature.

Rogan does a magnificent job keeping the tension tight throughout the book and the sense of place is masterfully accomplished, bringing alive all five senses by way of sharp, well - honed descriptions.

Her epic history of an alternative, magical England is so beautifully realized that not one of the many enchantments Clarke chronicles in the book could ever be as potent or as quickening as her own magnificent narrative.

Beautiful blondes, a luxurious brownstone and a magnificent book collection all indicate that Aidan might be unavailable and way out of her league, but there's an undeniable spark between them.

Midway through the book is a magnificent color photo gallery of the various breeds of horses that live in the park, from the Marwari to the Percheron.

People from any part of the world tend to visit these magnificent exhibitions in order to get their hands on new books.

The «YDB» event, which occurred circa 10,770 BC, is thought to have been caused by the impacts or air - bursts of several comets, resulting in massive shockwaves and firestorms sweeping across continents, initiating a 1200 year - long epoch of terminal environmental change and catastrophic faunal extinction, effectively wiping all but traces of early civilizations from the historical record.This book explores the forbidden and deeply profound secrets of a magnificent lost civilization, revealing knowledge long concealed in myth and legend.

This book is a magnificent account of the history and operations of Rovos Rail.

Book our Kauai Whale Watching Tour and get ready to experience the sights and sounds of these massive and magnificent creatures, creating memories that will last you and your loved ones a lifetime!

Based on the teachings presented in Deepak Chopra and David Simon's popular book The Seven Spiritual Laws of Yoga, this beautiful practice blends meditation, Pranayama, yoga philosophy, sun salutations, and Asana development to bring you into alignment with the magnificent rhythms of the cosmos.

People of all ages enjoy spending time and playing with these magnificent animals so book this St. Thomas shore excursion today!

Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.

Our contemporary suites and magnificent hotel apartments in Munich offer guests a taste of personalized worlds: glamour, pop, purity, fantasy... Book a top floor suite for a luxury stay in Munich with soaring views over the city or Alps.

Inside the Lodge guests can find a quiet spot in one of the lounges, page through a book in the library, relax at the pool or take in the view from the magnificent deck which overhangs the river.

Once your holiday is booked and paid for, you'll know you can use any leftover savings on picking up gifts for friends back home, sampling Playa de las Americas» magnificent array of water sports and dancing the night away in the town's many bars and clubs.

Book a fully escorted group or private tour to Vietnam and they'll give you a free 3 day Cambodia stopover, including a visit to the magnificent temples of Angkor.