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Robert Scott

    Robert Scott était un philologue académique britannique et un prêtre de l'Église d'Angleterre. Ses recherches savantes se sont concentrées sur l'étude approfondie des langues et de leur évolution historique. Par ses recherches philologiques, il a contribué à la compréhension des structures linguistiques et de l'étymologie. Son approche académique a enrichi le domaine des études linguistiques classiques.

    Two Friends, Too Old
    How University Boards Work
    Shades of Monte Christo and Other Short Stories
    Emails from Jennifer Cooper
    An Intermediate Greek-English Lexicon
    Liddell and Scott's Greek-English Lexicon
    • An Intermediate Greek-English Lexicon

      Founded Upon the Seventh Edition of Liddell and Scott's Greek-English Lexicon

      • 918pages
      • 33 heures de lecture
      4,5(272)Évaluer

      Featuring a comprehensive collection of Greek vocabulary, this lexicon serves as an essential resource for scholars and students alike. It provides detailed definitions, usage examples, and etymological insights, making it invaluable for understanding ancient texts. The lexicon's thoroughness and clarity facilitate in-depth study of the Greek language, catering to both beginners and advanced learners. Its organization allows for easy navigation, ensuring users can efficiently find the information they need for their linguistic and literary pursuits.

      An Intermediate Greek-English Lexicon
    • Emails from Jennifer Cooper

      • 340pages
      • 12 heures de lecture
      5,0(1)Évaluer

      Navigating the challenges of divorce at 43, Jennifer Cooper confronts her husband's infidelity and her new role as a single mother to three boys. Through candid reflections on motherhood, romance, and societal expectations, she reveals her struggles and resilience in a rapidly changing world. With humor and honesty, the story captures her journey of self-discovery and empowerment, resonating deeply with women facing similar life transitions. Robert Scott's novel offers a relatable and insightful perspective on the trials of midlife and independence.

      Emails from Jennifer Cooper
    • After being denied tenure, a college professor discovers a treasure similar to that of Edmund Dante from The Count of Monte Cristo. Relocating to the Gulf Coast, he encounters a widow and her son, who requires heart surgery. This narrative unfolds as a heartfelt love story intertwined with themes of hope and healing, showcasing the transformative power of modern medicine. Alongside this central tale, the book presents a variety of other stories that reflect the humorous and often troubling situations of contemporary life.

      Shades of Monte Christo and Other Short Stories
    • How University Boards Work

      • 224pages
      • 8 heures de lecture
      4,4(3)Évaluer

      It will be an illuminating read for board secretaries, campus executives and administrators, faculty leaders, alumni volunteers, and public officials, as well as anybody seeking to understand institutional governance in the light of past and current trends in higher education.

      How University Boards Work
    • Two Friends, Too Old

      • 128pages
      • 5 heures de lecture
      4,1(8)Évaluer

      The story explores the deep bond between two lifelong friends, Frank and Clay, as they navigate the challenges of aging and mental decline. With their friendship spanning over six decades, Frank is determined to support Clay as he faces the unsettling prospect of losing his mental faculties. This emotional journey highlights themes of loyalty, the impact of friendship, and the struggles of coping with change in later life, all set against the backdrop of their shared history and experiences.

      Two Friends, Too Old
    • The Gothic Enterprise

      • 294pages
      • 11 heures de lecture
      4,0(22)Évaluer

      The great Gothic cathedrals of Europe are among the most astonishing achievements of Western culture. This title explores why medieval people built Gothic cathedrals, how they built them, what conception of the divine lay behind their creation, and how religious and secular leaders used cathedrals for social and political purposes.

      The Gothic Enterprise
    • An assistant bank manager in a quiet little Midwestern town is bored with his job until he discovers that an old prospector left $17,000 in October 1870; and it is now worth 6.3 million dollars.

      The hickory staff
    • Dear Abdullah

      • 162pages
      • 6 heures de lecture
      3,9(13)Évaluer

      Working daily with Muslims in central London, Rob Scott has discovered that many have a hunger for debate and an openness to talking about matters of faith. In this thoughtful and respectful book, he explores good answers to common questions his Muslim friends have discussed with him over the years. He equips ordinary Christians to tackle conversations about faith with their Muslim friends, with confidence and competence.

      Dear Abdullah
    • Nerak is defeated. Steven Taylor has cast the malevolent dictator's soul into the Fold's inky void - but the evil that controlled Nerak and brutalised the people of Eldarn has escaped, and taken Mark Jenkins with it. Steven must put his own feelings to one side, for Eldarn's fate still hangs in the balance, and he remains the land's only real hope. As he and his companions make their way across country, rallying what remains of their allies, Mark, no longer the affable teacher from Colorado, disappears into the foothills of the Blackstone Mountains, determined to excavate the Larion spell table and use its awesome power to destroy Eldarn. During an epic sea journey to the enemy strongholds of northern Malakasia, Steven discovers he is stronger than he thought, but a confrontation with Mark is inevitable ... Is Steven willing to kill his best friend and face eternal exile in Eldarn to save two worlds from annihilation? Return to Eldarn for this towering finale, where our heroes face a terrifying army of mutated beasts, and the mysteries of the Larion Senators are waiting to be unlocked, for good or for evil ...

      The Larion Senators