Larry Witham élabore des récits qui explorent les complexités de la nature humaine et des dynamiques interpersonnelles. Sa prose se distingue par un aperçu psychologique aiguisé et des descriptions saisissantes des lieux. Witham offre aux lecteurs une perspective unique, encourageant la réflexion sur leur vie personnelle et le monde en général. Ses œuvres sont admirées pour leur profondeur intellectuelle et leur résonance émotionnelle.
Julian Peale, a former Navy intelligence officer, embarks on a new chapter in the New York art scene with Medici Studios, which collaborates with law enforcement. During a sting operation aimed at Russian art smugglers, things take an unexpected turn, leaving behind four art catalogs marked with graffiti. These peculiar clues set the stage for a deeper investigation, blending the worlds of art and crime in a thrilling narrative.
History's Greatest Minds Wrestle with Reconciling Science and Religion
This lively historical narrative explores the century-long debate between God and science, providing readers with insights into key events and perspectives that have shaped this ongoing discourse. Through engaging storytelling, it highlights pivotal moments and figures that have influenced the relationship between faith and scientific inquiry, making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience.
Exploring the evolution of the Western image of God, this book contrasts the traditional biography with a contemporary perspective emerging in the twenty-first century. It delves into themes such as free will theism, process thought, and relational theology, illustrating how these ideas challenge established beliefs. The narrative weaves together significant figures, concepts, and historical events, providing a comprehensive overview of the ongoing dialogue surrounding God's nature and the implications for faith today.
In the heart of Tuscany, Piero della Francesca became a painter and mathematician at the dawn of the Renaissance, revealing his innovative mind in some of the best known images from that period, and in his unusual writings on geometry. Yet as a personality, Piero remains a mystery. He leaves an enigmatic legacy that ranges from the merging of religion and mathematics to his use of perspective to make painting a “true science.”In this engaging narrative, Larry Witham reveals how Piero was part of the philosophical revival of Platonism, an ancient worldview that would shape art, religion, and science’s transition toward modernity. Just sixteen of Piero’s paintings survive, but these images and his writings would fuel some of the greatest art historical debates of all time.Through Witham’s wide research, Piero emerges as a figure who marks a turning point in Western culture. Our past understanding of faith, beauty, and knowledge has been radically altered by a secular age, and the story of Piero helps us understand how this has taken place. The search for Piero has continued among both intrepid scholars and art lovers of all kinds, and it is no wonder: few artists in history take us as deeply into the intellectual excitement of the Renaissance as Piero della Francesca.
The book explores the intersection of science and religion through two key movements: the dialogue between scientific inquiry and religious belief, and the intelligent design movement challenging Darwinian perspectives. It highlights the efforts to reconcile these seemingly opposing realms, featuring notable figures and significant scientific advancements that have facilitated this conversation. Witham provides insights into the vibrant personalities involved and the evolving discourse surrounding design in nature, making the case for a more integrated understanding of science and faith.
Exploring the evolution of artistic expression throughout the twentieth century, this book delves into the transformative movements and influential figures that shaped modern art. It highlights key developments, including the rise of abstraction, the impact of technology, and the interplay between art and society. Through vivid narratives and insightful analysis, the book captures the dynamic spirit of the era and its lasting legacy on contemporary culture, making it an essential read for art enthusiasts and historians alike.
Focusing on pivotal speeches that shaped American history, this book delves into the powerful words of influential figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Abraham Lincoln, and others. It examines how these speeches inspired movements, united people, and ignited change. Through detailed analysis, the text highlights the context and impact of each speech, showcasing the art of rhetoric and its role in shaping national identity and values. Readers will gain insight into the enduring power of language in the fight for justice and equality.
Set against the backdrop of fragile Sino-American relations, a covert mission unfolds to recover a stolen Boston art collection that has resurfaced in China over three decades later. Retired military sleuths Julian Peale and Grace Ho, both experts in art, embark on an adventurous journey from Washington to the vast deserts of China and the art-filled museums of Boston to reclaim the invaluable artifacts. The story weaves together themes of art, culture, and international intrigue.