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Rapturous praise met the publication of Lucas Bridges' marvelous chronicle of Tierra del Fuego when it first came out in 1947, and that praise has hardly abated these past sixty years, nor has a book been written which supplants Uttermost Part of the Earth as the classic work on Tierra del Fuego and the little-known culture of the now-extinct Fuegian Indians.

When the author was born in Tierra del Fuego in 1874, it was truly an unknown land. On the southern coast was the small settlement established by his missionary parents; the rest of it, over 18,000 square miles of mountain, forest, marsh, and lake, was the hunting ground of fierce and hostile tribes. Bridges grew up amongst the coastal Yaghans, learning their language and their ways. In young manhood he made contact with the wild inland Ona tribe, became their friend and hunting companion, and was initiated into the men's lodge.

Surely the New York Times' critics's prediction for this book on its first publication has come true: "I have no doubt that Uttermost Part of the Earth will achieve a permanent place in the literature of several subjects: adventure, anthropology, and frontier history." Indeed it is still the essential work and indispensable introduction for anyone yearning to experience the breathtaking remoteness and stunning landscapes of this far-flung wilderness at the "uttermost part of the earth.".
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This informative volume takes you to the many geographical regions, empires, cities, and towns mentioned in the Bible. Designed to serve as a short and enjoyable survey of the world of the Bible, The Uttermost Part of the Earth will broaden your knowledge of the places and cultures connected with the biblical narrative.

Richard Losch sets the stage with a brief history of the Holy Land from ancient times to the present. Writing clearly and vividly, he then offers alphabetically listed entries on dozens of locations found in the Old and New Testaments. He devotes considerable attention to the Roman Empire because of its prominence in the world of early Christianity. Also included are a number of places not specifically named in the Bible that nonetheless played significant roles in shaping biblical events.

Complete with photos, maps, a pronunciation guide, and an index, The Uttermost Part of the Earth will make an ideal reference resource for Bible classes, church education, and personal Bible study..
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His credentials were truly extraordinary when he met King George II in London in 1749. Sir William Pepperrell of Kittery, Maine, was the simple son of a simple fisherman who turned his father's modest business into one of the great commercial empires in British North America. He served on the Massachusetts Governor's Council for thirty-two years, the last eighteen as chairman. He was a judge with no legal training. And, in 1745, in his crowning achievement, this volunteer militia colonel trained and led an army-a New England army-that conquered the strongest fortress in North America. He was the first colonial American to become a baronet. He died a lieutenant general in the British army, yet more than any other man, Pepperrell prepared the colonial military for the revolution that would come after his death, and that would destroy his heirs and the remnants of his business empire. Using original sources and classical histories, To the Uttermost of My Power recreates the dramatic and full life of Sir William Pepperrell, and reminds us that greatness transcends all generations. The text is illustrated with photographs, and enhanced by an index to full names and places. A writer for more than twenty years with major corporations such as AT&T, Richard Brayall holds a history degree from Bates College and a communications degree from Simmons College. He is a native of Kittery and at one time was a member of Pepperrell's church. He has planned this book for thirty years. 2008, 5½x8½, paper, index, 274 pp..
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A comprehensive study of the Book of Revelation, written in a style that everyone can understand Covers all the major views of Revelation with tremendous stories to illustrate. The book answers crucial questions and provides a consistent Biblical interpretation. It is a great resource for individual or small group studies, and it includes discussion questions at the end of each chapter..
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