Charles: The Heart of a King

Charles: The Heart of a King
Author: Catherine Mayer
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2015-02-05
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0753550806

The Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller 'Breathtaking' The Times '[The book that] made headlines around the world.' Independent The former Prince of Wales has lived his whole life in the public eye, yet he remains an enigma. He was born to be king, but he aims much higher. A landmark publication, Charles: The Heart of a King reveals Prince Charles in all his complexity: the passionate views that mean he will never be as remote and impartial as his mother; the compulsion to make a difference and the many and startling ways in which the Prince and now King of the United Kingdom and fifteen other realms has already made his mark. The book offers fresh and fascinating insights into the first marriage that did so much to define him and an assessment of his relationship with the woman he calls, with unintended accuracy, his 'dearest wife': Camilla, now Queen Consort. We see Charles as a father and a friend, a serious figure and a joker. Life at court turns out to be full of hidden dangers and unexpected comedy. Now, updated and revised with a new preface and two new chapters - covering details of Harry and Meghan's exit and its implications, the cash-for-honours scandal, Prince Andrew, and more - this significant study reveals a monarchy threatened and a man in sight of happiness yet still driven by anguish and a remarkable belief system, a charitable entrepreneur, activist, agitator and avatar of the Establishment who just as often tilts against it. Based on multiple interviews with his friends and courtiers, palace insiders and critics, and rare access to Charles himself, before his kingship, this biography explores the Prince's philanthropy and his compulsive interventionism, his faith, his significant impact on politics and the philosophy that means when he seeks harmony he sometimes creates controversy. Gripping, at times astonishing, often laugh-out-loud, this is a royal biography unlike any other. 'A must-read ... this important book is nothing short of a manual to our future King's world-view' GQ 'A sustained piece of higher journalism' Independent

The Heart of a King

The Heart of a King
Author: Jill Eileen Smith
Publisher: Revell
Total Pages: 267
Release: 2019-04-30
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 149341769X

King Solomon was wealthy and wise beyond measure. He could--and did--have anything he wanted, including many women from many lands. But for all his wisdom, did he or the women in his life ever find what they searched for all of their lives? In this engrossing novel, you'll find yourself whisked away to ancient Israel, where you'll meet Solomon and four of the women he loved: Naamah the desert princess, Abishag the shepherdess, Siti the daughter of a pharaoh, and Nicaula the queen of Sheba. As you experience the world of Solomon through his eyes and the eyes of these women, you'll ask yourself the ultimate question: Did Solomon's wisdom ultimately benefit him and those he loved . . . or did it betray them?

The Heart and Stomach of a King

The Heart and Stomach of a King
Author: Carole Levin
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2013-11-21
Genre: History
ISBN: 0812207726

In her famous speech to rouse the English troops staking out Tilbury at the mouth of the Thames during the Spanish Armada's campaign, Queen Elizabeth I is said to have proclaimed, "I may have the body of a weak and feeble woman, but I have the heart and stomach of a king." Whether or not the transcription is accurate, the persistent attribution of this provocative statement to England's most studied and celebrated queen illustrates some of the contradictions and cultural anxieties that dominated the collective consciousness of England during a reign that lasted from 1558 until 1603. In The Heart and Stomach of a King, Carole Levin explores the myriad ways the unmarried, childless Elizabeth represented herself and the ways members of her court, foreign ambassadors, and subjects represented and responded to her as a public figure. In particular, Levin interrogates the gender constructions, role expectations, and beliefs about sexuality that influenced her public persona and the way she was perceived as a female Protestant ruler. With a new introduction that situates the book within the emerging genre of cultural biography, the second edition of The Heart and Stomach of a King offers insight into the continued fascination with Elizabeth I and her reign.

Becoming a King

Becoming a King
Author: Morgan Snyder
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2020-05-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0785232125

What does power and responsibility look like for Christian men in our world today? Becoming a King offers men a guide to becoming one to whom God can entrust his kingdom. Journey with Morgan Snyder as he walks alongside men (and the women who love and encourage them) to rediscover the path of inner transformation. Becoming a King is an invitation into a radical reconstruction of much of what we’ve come to believe about God, masculinity, and the meaning of life. Curated and distilled over more than two decades and drawn from the lives of more than seventy-five men, Morgan shares his discovery of an ancient and reliable path to restoring and becoming the kind of man who can wield power for good. With examples from the lives of the great heroes of faith as well as wise men from Morgan’s own life, break through doubt and discover the power of restoration. In Becoming a King, you will: Reconstruct your understanding of masculinity and who God truly intended you to be Learn to become a man of unshakable strength and courage Reclaim your identity, integrity, and purpose Traveling this path isn’t easy. But the heroic journey detailed within the pages of Becoming a King leads to real life—to men becoming as solid and mighty as oak trees, teeming with strength and courage to bring healing to a hurting world; and to sons, husbands, brothers, and friends becoming the kind of kings to whom God can entrust his kingdom.

King of Hearts

King of Hearts
Author: G. Wayne Miller
Publisher: Crown
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2010-02-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0307557243

Few of the great stories of medicine are as palpably dramatic as the invention of open-heart surgery, yet, until now, no journalist has ever brought all of the thrilling specifics of this triumph to life. This is the story of the surgeon many call the father of open-heart surgery, Dr. C. Walton Lillehei, who, along with colleagues at University Hospital in Minneapolis and a small band of pioneers elsewhere, accomplished what many experts considered to be an impossible feat: He opened the heart, repaired fatal defects, and made the miraculous routine. Acclaimed author G. Wayne Miller draws on archival research and exclusive interviews with Lillehei and legendary pioneers such as Michael DeBakey and Christiaan Barnard, taking readers into the lives of these doctors and their patients as they progress toward their landmark achievement. In the tradition of works by Richard Rhodes and Tracy Kidder, King of Hearts tells the story of an important and gripping piece of forgotten science history.

How to Worship a King

How to Worship a King
Author: Zach Neese
Publisher: Charisma Media
Total Pages: 317
Release: 2015-09
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1629985899

TRANSFORM EVERY AREA OF YOURLIFE THROUGH WORSHIP.Worship is more than music. It is the impetus for everything we do as Christians. It is expressed through every action of our lives and helps us become more Christlike. When we learn to worship God through our life, we become better Christians, ministers, musicians, parents, and mechanics.

Eye of the Wolf: an Epic Fantasy Adventure (the Lords of Alekka Book 1)

Eye of the Wolf: an Epic Fantasy Adventure (the Lords of Alekka Book 1)
Author: A. E. Rayne
Publisher:
Total Pages: 656
Release: 2020-08-25
Genre:
ISBN:

Fate will not be denied. And those FATED TO RISE can't remain in the shadows forever. Two thousand years after the ancient Kingdom of Alekka was broken in two, the gods are stirring, seeking a reckoning, for order can only last so long before chaos returns to claim its rightful place. The dreamers see what is coming. They warn their lords of a trouble greater than any other, raising fears of unimaginable death and destruction, and a winter colder than any that has come before. Heroes will be sought. Secrets revealed. Sides chosen. As the battle to claim Alekka begins... Eye of the Wolf is the first book in The Lords of Alekka epic fantasy series. Set in the same world as The Furyck Saga, it features a new cast of richly-woven characters and an exciting new adventure to embark upon. What readers are saying about Eye of the Wolf: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Wow, just wow... when you start to read this make sure to allot enough time because you will not want to put it down. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I absolutely LOVE this author! These books could seriously be a series you would see on Netflix or Hulu! ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ If you like reading sagas like GOT or the Wheel of Time where there are a lot characters and lots of plots going on to keep track of then you will love Rayne's writing and enjoy this book/series. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I keep forgetting how much I like the way she writes and the world-building she does. Looking forward to reading these for years to come. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ I first discovered this author when I found the Furyck Saga. I fell in love with the world-building and magic system. I believe it to be one of the best fantasy series I've read. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ She just keeps getting better! This is another amazing story! From the first few pages I was hooked! Note: This book contains adult themes and mature content

The King's Heart

The King's Heart
Author: Lexa Kline
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2020-09-20
Genre:
ISBN: 9781791695187

After the great king Odin's death, the throne of Asgard has been given to Loki by his brother Thor, who has chosen not to rule despite being next in line to the kingship. Loki, though full of hatred and rage from the recent deaths of his wife and sons, proves himself a worthy ruler - and is soon informed that royal decree dictates he must take another wife and sire heirs to the kingdom that is prospering under his rule. Enraged that a replacement for his beloved has been forced upon him, he treats his new Queen - a royal captive who has grown up in the palace under former queen Frigga's tutelage - with unfettered cruelty and withholds his affection, though not his dark and brutal attentions. But despite his best efforts, even Loki's bitter broken heart may not be immune to the healing power of a growing passion. And as treachery and betrayal rise up from within, the Trickster King must prove his worthiness to keep both his kingdom and the woman who inhabits his bed...and his soul. Explicit adult themes and graphic sex - mature content intended for adult audiences.

Becoming a King Study Guide

Becoming a King Study Guide
Author: Morgan Snyder
Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2020-06-16
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310115256

Enter a radical reconstruction of what we've learned to believe about God and masculinity. The Becoming A King Study Guide is an invitation to enter a rare and remarkable fellowship of like-hearted men. It's a call to have honest conversations about what power and responsibility look like for men in our world today. It's a journey to rediscover your kingship in Christ and the narrow path that leads to this inner transformation. In this six-session video Bible study, journey with Morgan into a process that helps men discover and recover: Our true courage Our vulnerability God's design and desire to empower us in his Kingdom. It is God's intention to entrust us to participate in the ongoing creativity of the universe. Yet, even a glance at our history and the world around us shows that the story of most men who are entrusted with power is a story of self-harm and harm of those under their care. What's gone wrong? When can you entrust a man with power as God intended? When we take a deeper look at the external problems around us, we begin to see that the problems lie rooted within our own souls. Despite that, there is hope. Curated and distilled over more than two decades, and mined from the lives of over seventy-five sages who have gone before us, Morgan shares what he discovered: an ancient and reliable path to restoring the heart of a man and becoming the kind of man who can wield power for good. This study includes video notes, group discussion questions, and between-session personal study for each session. Sessions include: Becoming Powerful Becoming a Son Becoming the Man You Were Born to Be Becoming a Generalist The Way of Becoming Becoming a King Designed for use with the Becoming a King Video Study (9780310115267), sold separately. Streaming video also available.