by Peter Lorge (Author) The Song dynasty (960-1279) has been characterized by its pre-eminent civil culture and military weakness. This groundbreaking work demonstrates that the civil dominance of the eleventh century was the product of a half-century of continuous warfare and ruthless political infighting. The spectacular culture of the eleventh century, one of the high points in Chinese history, was built on the bloody foundation of the conquests of the tenth century. Peter Lorge examines how, rather than a planned and inevitable reunification of the Chinese empire, the foundation of the Song was an uncertain undertaking, dependent upon highly contingent battles, both military and political, whose outcome was always in doubt. Song civil culture grew out of the successful military campaigns that created the dynasty and, as the need for war and armies diminished, the need for civil officials grew. The Song dynasty's successful waging of war led ultimately to peace. Number of Pages: 309 Dimensions: 0.65 x 9 x 6 IN
Sigurd, the Viking from the tenth century, is still stuck in the twentieth century. He lives with his friends the Ellis family in a seaside hotel and constantly causes chaos. When Tim and Zoe Ellis take him to school with them a series of seriously funny disasters results.
Do you love art history? Add this amazing vintage book to your library! The theme of this tile is the continuity through the centuries of certain characteristics in drawing particular to the united kingdom. He has been able to trace a living tradition from the masterpieces of the anonymous manuscript illustrators of the tenth century to the work of such artists as Graham Sutherland and David Jones of the more modern era. With 8 full colour plates and twenty-five illustrations in black and white, this brilliant old book is the best kind of gift for anyone looking for inspiration. Title: British Drawings Author: Michael Ayrton Publisher: Collins Publication Date: 1946 Format: Hardcover with dust jacket Condition: This book is in good condition for its age. The dust jacktet is worn and damaged. The pages are browning and have age spots and markings.
One of the stranger ancient scripts one might come across, Ogham is also known as the 'Celtic Tree Alphabet'. Estimated to have been used from the fourth to the tenth century CE, it is believed to have...
The JoJo II, bleu + white stripes shirt jacket with pressure buttons, is fitted and tailored in their ateliers in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. The shirt jacket features a contrasting yellow colored pocket. The fabric was designed in-house, before being handmade by local artisans, using a set of tenth century techniques. Chase is wearing the shirt in size L with the Fela II pants in M. See our Kente Gentlemen Collection.
Europe in the Tenth Century is commonly allowed to stretch from 890 to 1030. Named since the 15th century as the “Century of Lead and Iron”, it was characterised by a significant shift from centre to the periphery, from France to Germany.
Foot binding or bound feet was a custom practiced on young females for approximately one thousand years in China, from the tenth century until the early twentieth century. The practice originated among entertainers and members of the Chinese court during the Song Dynasty (960–1279). By the end of the Song dynasty, the practice had spread among the families of the scholarly class which governed China. Initially, foot binding was common only in the wealthiest parts of China, particularly in northern China. However, by the late Qing Dynasty, foot binding had become popular among people of all social classes except the poorest, who needed able-bodied women to work the fields. Women with bound feet wore special, tiny shoes decorated with beautiful embroidery. Since they were unable to do labor, the tiny feet were a symbol of privilege and wealth. Girls with small, bound feet had a better chance of getting a higher bride price. When a girl was between the ages of three and eight years old, the four small toes on each foot were folded over and bound tightly with long bandages, which were re-wrapped every one or two days. The pressure of the bandages caused the bones to break and force the arch upward into a form referred to as “lotus foot.” The feet would not grow any longer than 3-6 inches (10-15 cm), leaving the adult woman with small and dysfunctional feet. Foot binding finally ended during the twentieth century, when Chinese and Western missionaries campaigned against it, and it was prohibited by the nationalist and Communist governments.
In this article, we look at Irish Surnames - their origins and evolution. See if you can find the Irish surnames in your family tree in one of the sections.
By Patrick Madrid & Fr. Ray Ryland Patrick Madrid and Fr. Ray Ryland, Ph.D., tackle the complex and controversial subject of celibacy in the priesthood, presenting the facts about its history and meaning. Together, they debunk common myths about priestly celibacy (such as that it was instituted only in the tenth century, that it leads to “sexual repression,” that it is the root cause of priest sex scandals, etc.), and they show why this is actually a wise discipline that, rather than being “the problem,” actually offers a solution to the problem. Fr. Ryland, a married clergy convert from Protestantism who is a professor of theology emeritus at Franciscan University of Steubenville, offers a superb analysis of the causes of the current priestly moral scandals and explains why eliminating celibacy won’t resolve either the priest shortage or the current moral scandals. This audio set will help you understand the real issues that the pundits and critics only talk around. A perfect gift for your priest friends! Special Notes:This is a digital download; the equivalent of two 60-minute audio CDs
Moroccan antique Wood Lamp, Wooden Lamp Shade, Mashrabiya Hanging Lamp, vintage wooden Pendant Light/handcraft Decorative Ceiling Lamp, Hand painted AntiqueLam, Muqarnas wooden lamp What is the "Muqarnas"? The muqarnas, a Muslim variety of stalactite vaults, are a primary characteristic of Islamic architecture. Developed during the mid-tenth century in both northeastern Iran and central North Africa, two ends of the sprawling expanse constituted the Dar al-Islam, the muqarnas, with its honeycomb texture, became a common feature in palaces and temples. In our digital manufacturing world, it’s hard to imagine these intricate, perfect geometries were made by hand, one unit at a time, hundreds of years ago. This is a rare Three-dimensional wooden lamp piece. Made by hand in Morocco, Marrakech (exactly) in 1960 and maybe earlier. Where 2 of difficult woodwork combined Mashrabiya (on the side like small windows) and Muqarnas (on the top "the cover in green") Authentic rare Moroccan hand-painted lamp in green and red (the color used in Marakshi Palace like in Bahia Palace) Dimensions: (Look at the pictures)Length 61 cm × width 25 cm × depth 17 cm Weight: 1918g (without the package) Please note: Please make sure you have read the descriptions carefully, in particular the dimensions of the article, we assure you that we try our best to represent them in the most realistic way possible, remember that the photos are taken with light and the colors may vary from monitor to monitor. Please note: some imperfections exist due to the age of the item. (Thank you for your understanding 😊🙏) Please don't hesitate to ask me whenever you need more information or other pictures I'm here for your help anytime. Other links:Etsy: www.etsy.com/shop/heritagehandmadFollow us:Pinterest: @heritagehandmadFacebook: Heritage handmadeInstagram: @heritagehandmadTwitter: Heritage Handmade
manual for constructing talismans, mixing magical compounds, summoning planetary spirits, and determining astrological conditions, Picatrix is a cornerstone of Western esotericism. It offers important insights not only into occult practices and beliefs but also into the transmission of magical ideas from antiquity to the present. Dan Attrell and David Porreca’s English translation opens the world of this vital medieval treatise to modern-day scholars and lay readers. The original text, Ghāyat al-Ḥakīm, was compiled in Arabic from over two hundred sources in the latter half of the tenth century. It was translated into Castilian Spanish in the mid-thirteenth century, and shortly thereafter into Latin. Based on David Pingree’s edition of the Latin text, this translation captures the spirit of Picatrix’s role in the European tradition. In the world of Picatrix, we see a seamless integration of practical magic, earnest piety, and traditional philosophy. The detailed introduction considers the text’s reception through multiple iterations and includes an enlightening statistical breakdown of the rituals described in the book. Framed by extensive research on the ancient and medieval context that gave rise to the Latin version of the text, this translation of Picatrix will be an indispensable volume for students and scholars of the history of science, magic, and religion and will fascinate anyone interested in the occult.
Fragas do Eume is an Atlantic Forest in north-west Spain, along the Eume River along the Camino Inglés . It is a temperate rainforest and one of the most extensive and best-preserved forests on Europe’s Atlantic coast. The park is home to a variety of wildlife and contains the San Juan de Caaveiro Monastery. In 2012, a fire destroyed a section of the park, burning 750 hectares.
The Fela II, bleu+ white stripes pair of pants, is fitted and tailored in their ateliers in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.The fabric was designed in-house, before being handmade by local artisans, using a set of tenth century techniques. Chase is wearing the pants in size M with a Corridor sweatshirt in M. See our Kente Gentlemen Collection.
Heavily influenced by the Arabs that ruled Sicily more than a thousand years ago, pasta con le sarde (pasta with sardines) features long bucatini or spaghetti in a slick, luscious sauce made from onions, fennel, raisins, pine nuts, anchovies, sardines, and saffron, and is topped with toasted and seasoned bread crumbs.
The Picts inhabited a large part of northern and eastern Scotland and first appeared in the historical record at the end of the third century; around 600 years later, they seemed to mysteriously vanish from history. Tim Clarkson traces their story, from Caledonian predecessors to the victories of the Vikings in the tenth century. First published in 2008, the book now ends with a postscript on recent archaeological findings that have shed more light on Pictish society.
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By Nicole Saldarriaga “Prosperity that the golden Muses gave me was no delusion: dead, I won’t be forgotten” The author of these words could not have issued a better prediction. This figure of classical antiquity was regarded by contemporaries with nothing but esteem, admiration, and sometimes infatuation. With a likeness that appeared on coins, a
