David James

This book is the first published English-language translation of the significant History of Islamic Spain by Ibn al-Qutiya (d. Cordova 367 / 977). Including extensive notes and comments, a genealogical table and relevant maps, the text is preceded by a study of the author and his work, and is the only serious examination of the unique manuscript since Pascual de Gayangos’ edition in 1868.Ibn al-Qutiya’s work is one of the significant and earliest histories of Muslim Spain and an important source for scholars. Although like most Muslims of al-Andalus in this period, Ibn al-Qutiya was of European origin, he was a loyal servant of the Iberian Umayyads, and taught Arabic, traditions (hadith) and history in the Great Mosque of Cordova. Written at the height of the Umayyad Caliphate of Muslim Spain and Portugal (al-Andalus), the History describes the first 250 years of Muslim rule in the peninsula. The text, first fully translated into Spanish in 1926, deals with all aspects of life, and includes accounts of Christians, Jews and Muslim converts.This book will be of great interest to scholars and students of the history of Spain and Portugal, Islamic history, and Mediaeval European history.

In this important new book, David James offers an innovative interpretation of a key element of Hegel's political thought. James seeks to identify the basic aims of Hegel's philosophy of right through an analysis of his approach to subjectivity. He argues that the basic aim of Hegel's philosophy of right is to accommodate subjectivity within a framework of universally valid ethical norms and that an analysis of how Hegel attempts to do this provides a key to understanding his philosophy of right. This in turn makes possible a highly unified interpretation of the project that determines the shape and structure of his theory of modern ethical life. The ways in which Hegel uses the term subjectivity have never before been analysed in sufficient detail. James shows that Hegel's understanding of this term depends very much on the context in which he is using it and by analysing this carefully shows that this concept is essentially related to his theory of freedom. This fascinating book offers a unified interpretation of Hegels philosophy of right and will make an important contribution to the study of Hegel's political thought.

Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to fathom, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material. George Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel is a philosopher of major and enduring influence. The author of The Phenomenology of Spirit and Foundations of the Philosophy of Right, cornerstones of the philosophical canon, he will be encountered by anyone studying or interested in Western philosophy. Hegel: A Guide for the Perplexed offers an invaluable introduction to Hegel's thought. David James employs the concept of freedom to offer a unified account of the most important parts of his philosophical system: his theory of intersubjectivity; his theory of the modern state; his accounts of art and religion; and his idea of a speculative logic. This accessible but authoritative text places Hegel in an historical context, exploring his engagement with thinkers including Fichte, Jacobi and Rousseau. This is a comprehensive and coherent introduction, ideal for anyone studying this fascinating thinker.

Pa Portobello Market i London doeljer sig en hemlighet som kan vanda upp och ner pa Lukas varld. Nar han hittar en gammal tarotkortlek i en bortgloemd butik anar han inte att en enda kortdragning kommer att riva upp gransen mellan varldarna. Verkligheten spricker. London foervandlas till Arcanum - en kuslig spegling av staden han trodde att han kande, dar byggnader viskar hemligheter och vanner foervandlas till levande arketyper. Allt verkar bekant, men nagot i luften har foerandrats... och alla som han en gang kande? De ar annorlunda. Gatuartisten? Han ar Daren i koett och blod. Den eleganta kvinnan i den svarta kappan? Hoegprasterinnan sjalv. Valkommen till ett parallellt London dar varje kort han dragit nu lever och roer sig bland manniskorna. Med en urgammal skoeldpadda som ovantat sallskap tar sig Lukas genom en varld dar skuggorna jagar och dar Djavulen erbjuder foerfoerisk makt - till ett fruktansvart pris. Nar granserna mellan verklighet och magi suddas ut upptacker han att vissa doerrar inte gar att stanga igen - nar de val oeppnats.

A novel of refuge, resilience, and the unexpected families forged by war When the De Ruyter, a shot-up Dutch paddle-steamer, limps into Chatham in May 1940, its decks crowded with terrified Jewish refugees, the lives of three strangers are changed forever. Sam da Souza, fourteen years old and already marked by tragedy, carries the weight of a family he may never see again. Jannie Jansen, an aging marine engineer, has lost the closest friend he ever had in the chaos of Dunkirk. Now he clings to the promise he made to protect the refugee boy beside him. Miriam Cohen, elegant, grieving, and fiercely compassionate, believes she has left the heartbreak of London behind, only to find her purpose reignited by the fragile young life placed in her care. Safe for a moment in the wild beauty of Cornwall, the three try to rebuild themselves. Sam finds unexpected hope on a windswept farm by the sea; Jannie and Miriam discover a love neither expected; and together they attempt to stitch meaning back into a world unravelled by war. But duty calls them apart, and the shadows of the conflict are never far behind. As London braces for the Blitz and Sam begins to heal, each must face the truth: survival is not just about escaping danger, it is about holding on to love, courage, and the promise of return. Moving, intimate, and profoundly human, Out of the Depths is a sweeping wartime story of found family, second chances, and the small acts of kindness that save us.

Pa Portobello Market i London doeljer sig en hemlighet som kan vanda upp och ner pa Lukas varld. Nar han hittar en gammal tarotkortlek i en bortgloemd butik anar han inte att en enda kortdragning kommer att riva upp gransen mellan varldarna. Verkligheten spricker. London foervandlas till Arcanum - en kuslig spegling av staden han trodde att han kande, dar byggnader viskar hemligheter och vanner foervandlas till levande arketyper. Allt verkar bekant, men nagot i luften har foerandrats... och alla som han en gang kande? De ar annorlunda. Gatuartisten? Han ar Daren i koett och blod. Den eleganta kvinnan i den svarta kappan? Hoegprasterinnan sjalv. Valkommen till ett parallellt London dar varje kort han dragit nu lever och roer sig bland manniskorna. Med en urgammal skoeldpadda som ovantat sallskap tar sig Lukas genom en varld dar skuggorna jagar och dar Djavulen erbjuder foerfoerisk makt - till ett fruktansvart pris. Nar granserna mellan verklighet och magi suddas ut upptacker han att vissa doerrar inte gar att stanga igen - nar de val oeppnats.

Doing My Best to Shine is a reference to the author's overall philosophy-to give one hundred percent and make the most of every situation; to shine a little light on others and on the world, making a positive impact in one's own small way. The collection is separated into three parts-"A Common Theology," "You Can't Help but Wonder," and "That Stunned Look on My Face." Each speaks to some aspect of the author's life in general: being a spiritual person searching for meaning; striving to be imaginative and creative; and suffering wisely the chaos in the world. Here David James offers his thoughts on some very familiar topics, shining his light on all of us.

This book is for the person looking for real answers and not spiritual propaganda.This book is for the unbeliever who is caught in a horrible mix of doubt, rejection and fear.This book is for all who may have "tried the church or Christian path" and for one or several reasons could not or would not stay. Have you ever asked yourself, "Who Am I - Why am I here - Where am I going?" The difference between the person who has asked that question and the person who has effectively answered that question is the difference between daylight and darkness or left and right. Everything in this world has a value. In fact, the most practical way to tell what something is worth is "what someone is willing to pay for it." That someone in your life IS JESUS. He is man. He is God. He is your Savior, and He paid everything a cross of wood but owned the hill on which it stood. One day all, great and small, rich and poor will either stand before their God in great trembling and horrible fear, doubt and self-loathing beyond description, or stand before their One and Only Savior who gave everything so He might have you forever in His family eternally. Nothing in this world matters until it does matter. But by then, "I told you so" won't work, because by then it will mean everything to have just one more moment to say yes, and you can do nothing about it. Every person will go the way of the grave someday. If you live to be 150 years old, the day is still coming, and you will give an account for what you did in and with this old body. You will stand before the one who made you and designed your perfect path before you were ever born. As a believer there are great and eternal rewards for faithful obedience, and you will want to hear your Savior say: "well done, good and faithful servant. Enter into the Joy of thy Lord." Your Pathway to the Higher Levels presents practical and easy to understand lessons you will learn everything you need - to get in motion and fully equipped to meet your Lord properly, live with victory and promise instead of dark foreboding of an unsure future. Every chapter contains concise Prayer Activations and Declarations to help point you the right way in prayer and get you headed in the right direction. We won't stop there. Once you get in motion in the right direction, these lessons will help equip you to do much more than just "wait to die and make Heaven your home." You can actually get a lot of Heaven here before you ever get there.It matters that you do more than keep a seat warm in church. Here are some chapter headings: Eternal ConsequencesThe Law of Sin and DeathWhere will you spend Eternity? It matters that you get this right before you leave that body behind. Every person is an eternal spirit that will "live" forever in either Heaven or Hell. " I told you so will be too late, even if it is one breath from this moment. This book is constructed to be used as a tool. Just as a mechanic chooses just the right wrench or socket for that stubborn bolt or nut, this book should be applied to the problems and questions in your life so that you can change them.Everything for you, right now and in your future, may depend on the message you get here.I KNOW that this book came from the heart of God. I wouldn't have done it any other way. It flowed effortlessly and quickly in my hands. I was privileged to be part of it, I hope you will be too.

Learn from schools around the world with this absorbing and thoughtful account of distinctive schools and the lessons we can draw from their current, everyday practices.Gain fascinating insights into schools with distinctive philosophies from around the world and reflect on the lessons we can learn for our own schools and classrooms. Hear how leaders teach creativity at The Royal Ballet School, how faith schools foster curiosity and critical thinking, and how schools in Silicon Valley take lessons from the world of tech.With exclusive interviews from 30 unique schools worldwide, Schools of Thought will prompt you to ask penetrating questions of your own practice and challenge you to think more broadly and more deeply about the principles and practices behind education in a changing world.A must-read for the thoughtful educator who wants to expand their horizons and learn from a diverse range of schools in developing their vision, values and ethos and prepare their pupils for the modern world.

An accessible guide to creating schedules that amplify school and district priorities, support best practices in teaching and learning, heighten student engagement, and enhance equity.A school's schedule can be as important to education outcomes as its budget or strategic plan. The secret to making the schedule a tool for school improvement is to approach schedule design not as a technical task, centered on making everything fit like Tetris blocks, but as a strategic one. In this book, informed by research and their work with hundreds of schools, scheduling experts Nathan Levenson and David James explore how strategic scheduling can turn a "good enough" schedule into one that supercharges learning and engagement without additional costs or more FTEs.If you are ready toFigure out which schedule type is best for your students and staff;Disrupt harmful tracking and ensure every student has access to highly skilled teachers and rigorous curriculum;Deliver optimum hours of core instruction while expanding electives and providing opportunities for student voice and choice;Precisely match staffing to course enrollment to free up personnel and funds for other purposesFind time for critical intervention and enrichment blocks; andCommunicate scheduling decisions more effectively to parents, families, and district leaders… then it's time for strategic scheduling. Offering targeted advice for best-practice scheduling at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, this book will help school and district leaders—and the teachers and students they serve—make the most of every school day and every school year.