Of Counselors and Kings
Of Counselors and Kings

Author: Anne D. Hedeman

Publisher: University of Illinois Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9780252026140

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Pierre Salmon served as royal secretary to Charles VI of France at a time when papal schism plagued the church, civil war divided the country, and the king suffered from an intermittent but incapacitating psychosis. In an effort to find a cure for the king's illness, stabilize the turbulent political situation, and secure his own future, Salmon supervised the production of two distinct versions of the beautifully illuminated guidebooks to good kingship known as his Dialogues. Where much previous scholarship has relied on an abridged edition of the Dialogues, Anne D. Hedeman returns to the complete, original manuscripts to present a fresh view of Salmon's purposes. She suggests that whereas the first version (1409) held out hope for the king's eventual complete recovery and accordingly counseled him on ruling wisely, the second version (1412-15) reflected a changed political situation: the French civil war had erupted, the compromise pope had died, and efforts to find a cure for the king had failed. include the future governors of France, especially the heir, Louis of Guyenne, who took on an increased role in the government of the realm during his father's attacks of madness. Hedeman shows how Salmon manipulated artistic style and iconography to construct a visual narrative that often was quite independent of its text. She also suggests how changes to the images in Franois de Rochechouart's copy of the manuscript (ca. 1500) signal efforts to appropriate Salmon's stature as a trusted royal advisor for later political purposes. Richly illustrated with plates from the original manuscripts, Of Counselors and Kings is a treat to the eye as well as to the intellect.

The Magehound
The Magehound

Author: Elaine Cunningham

Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Published: 2011-12-27

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 0786961910

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In the magical land of Halruaa, an unassuming counselor discovers he has more power—and a destiny far greater—than he ever imagined Some are born with magic, and some are born without . . . Matteo, un-magical counselor to the mighty wizards of Halruaa, has devoted his life to the truth—until he finds that he may have a hidden spark of magic after all. Now, with only a street waif for a companion, he's on the run from the mysterious Cabal. In the dismal Swamp of Akhlaur, Matteo will seek his own truth while battling a creature out of his nightmares. But something even worse is on his trail, a relentless persecutor of magic: The Magehound.

The Wizardwar
The Wizardwar

Author: Elaine Cunningham

Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Published: 2011-12-27

Total Pages: 346

ISBN-13: 0786961880

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In the closing installment of the Counselors & Kings trilogy, Matteo and his companions face old enemies in an explosive final showdown Defeat breeds anger. Hatred breeds revenge. Once again, the counselors of Halruaa have beaten back an attack by the wizard Akhlaur. And once more, the kingdom has been saved from its enemies. Their victory comes at a terrible price. The aged king is weakened, his powers diminished. His chief counselor, Matteo, is torn between his duty and his heart. Tzigone, the underdog heroine of the battle of Akhlaur’s Swamp, has been hurled into a dark world from which she may never escape. And at the edge of time, Akhlaur and his ally, Kiva the Magehound, plot their final revenge.

The City of Splendors
The City of Splendors

Author: Ed Greenwood

Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Published: 2011-09-06

Total Pages: 540

ISBN-13: 0786960221

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The tour of the Realms’ most powerful cities continues with this action-packed adventure set in Waterdeep, where intrigue and secrets abound In the streets of Waterdeep, conspiracies run like water through the gutters, bubbling beneath the seeming calm of the city’s life. As a group of young, foppish lords discovers there is a dark side to the city they all love, a sinister mage and his son seek to create perverted creatures to further their twisted ends. With Waterdeep facing imminent danger, these spoiled younger sons must set aside their lives of luxury to become a fearless band of heroes. And across it all sprawls the great city itself. A hub of brawling, drinking, laughing, and living life to the fullest—even in the face of death.

Who Is the King in America? and Who Are the Counselors to the King?
Who Is the King in America? and Who Are the Counselors to the King?

Author: William J. Federer

Publisher:

Published: 2017-01-15

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13: 9780989649124

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From the invention of writing c. 3,300 BC, the world has mostly been ruled by kings. Though called different names: Pharaohs, Chieftains, Emperors, Caesars, Sultans, Khans, Maharajas, Monarchs, & Dictators, they act the same. Power, like gravity, concentrates into the hand of one person who rewards friends and punishes enemies. Socialist & Communist countries, too, though professing equality, inevitably are run by dictators. The most powerful king on the planet was the King of England. When Americans got the chance, they set up a government as far from a king as possible. A "republic" is where the people are king ruling through representatives. The Constitution is essentially a collection of hurdles to prevent power from snapping back to a king. Where did founders get their ideas? England's Magna Carta; Roman Republic; Athenian Democracy; and ultimately, Ancient Israel. Israel's initial 400 years out of Egypt was the first well-recorded instance of a nation ruled without a king. Did this influence colonial pastors who founded New England? What is needed for a nation to function without a king? Is the God of Bible an integral part? What is the difference between a democracy and a republic. How do they rise & fall? Did political activists develop tactics to help them fall: Machiavelli, Robespierre, Hegel, Marx, & Alinsky? Are these tactics being used in America today? -Identify racial & class fault lines running through society. -Fan real or perceived injustices into flames, creating tension & unrest. -When domestic violence erupts, everyone is so desperate to have order restored they relinquish freedoms to the state. 45 countries fell to communist dictators this way. How is domestic unrest created? With agitators, labor organizers, community organizers, agent provocateurs. Political advisor David Axelrod explained in a NPR interview, April 19, 2010: "In Chicago, there was an old tradition of throwing a brick through your own campaign office window, and then calling a press conference to say that you've been attacked." Stalin stated: "Crisis alone permitted the authorities to demand - and obtain - total submission and all necessary sacrifices from its citizens." Discover keys to preserving America's republic!

Christ-Centered Biblical Counseling
Christ-Centered Biblical Counseling

Author: James MacDonald

Publisher: Harvest House Publishers

Published: 2013-03-01

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 0736951466

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Christ-Centered Biblical Counseling is a comprehensive guide that will equip God’s people to use biblical truth to change lives. More than that, this book will increase people’s confidence in the sufficiency and relevancy of God’s Word to address real-life issues in a multitude of counseling situations. Readers of this book will: Understand clearly why they should embrace biblical counseling Be encouraged to trust God’s Word to provide rich insight for living in the midst of even the most difficult challenges Enjoy the relevant, pastoral, and theological teaching they have come to appreciate from such noted authors as James MacDonald, John Piper, Mark Dever, and Elyse Fitzpatrick The 28 chapters blend theological wisdom and practical expertise. The first half of the book emphasizes a practical theology of biblical counseling; the second half highlights a practical methodology of biblical counseling. Though accessible to all Christians, the book will especially appeal to pastors and church leaders, counseling practitioners, students, and educators.

Daughter of the Drow
Daughter of the Drow

Author: Elaine Cunningham

Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Published: 2011-08-23

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 0786960191

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As beautiful as she is deadly, drow princess Liriel Baenre undertakes a dangerous journey to the surface world—where discerning friend from foe is no easy task War has passed, and the drow return to Menzoberranzan to face the unthinkable: their armies defeated, their ruling houses shattered, their magic faded in the cruel light of the sun. In the aftermath of war, the dark elves brace themselves for the power struggle to come. Left with no other choice, they will submit themselves to the rule of the matrons and the tyranny of Lolth. Or will they? Liriel Baenre is a free-spirited drow princess who searches out adventure as passionately as most drow pursue power and status. When she discovers a way to take her heritage of dark elf magic to the surface world of Faerûn, she sets off alone on a hazardous quest. Many want to possess Liriel’s secret—or destroy it. Pursued by enemies from her homeland, Liriel does not receive a warm welcome in the world of light. Her best hope for an ally is Fyodor of Rashemen, a young berserker warrior who may also be her deadliest rival.

Windwalker
Windwalker

Author: Elaine Cunningham

Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Published: 2011-08-23

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 0786960213

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As Liriel and Fyodor navigate the surface world to deliver a magical artifact, the drow elves beneath their feet plot revenge Crossing the wide realms of Faerûn in search of adventure, the dark elf princess Liriel Baenre and her companion Fyodor find themselves in the barbarian’s homeland of Rashemen. They come bearing the Windwalker amulet, though the gift of a magical artifact does not guarantee a warm welcome—especially when it’s carried by a drow elf. In this land ruled by witches, Liriel must disguise herself lest she spark the people’s hatred of dark elves. Yet from the deep tunnels of the Underdark, eyes glittering with malice are watching her every move, preparing for vengeance. And chief among them is the dark goddess who Liriel still unwittingly serves.

Silver Shadows
Silver Shadows

Author: Elaine Cunningham

Publisher: Wizards of the Coast

Published: 2011-09-20

Total Pages: 398

ISBN-13: 078695972X

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Half-elf Arilyn Moonblade must come to terms with the truth of her magical sword—and the destiny that awaits her Half-elven warrior Arilyn Moonblade’s sword has long held fascination for entities throughout the realms. For Arilyn herself, this fascination is tinged with a deep fear of the elfshadow, the essence of her sword's magic. When she learns the terrible truth behind her inherited moonblade, she vows to find a way to escape her fate. What begins as a means to an end becomes a deeply personal commitment as Arilyn seeks wisdom from the elves of Evermeet and becomes entangled in the battles of a band of forest elves. Determined to succeed in her quest—both to win the freedom of the forest elves and to meet her own true destiny—Arilyn will risk all she holds dear.