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This book provides important new insights into The Family of Indian Trader and Author James Adair. Present-day historians, sociologists, and anthropologists describe Adair’s 1775 publication, The History of the American Indians, as “one of the most valuable primary accounts of the southeastern Indians.” Yet, after the publication of his work, Adair disappeared from public view. The authors search for information about James Adair and his family through a careful review of Adair’s book, his correspondence, accounts by eye-witnesses, archival records, DNA analysis, and handwriting comparisons; and they present their findings in the context of the culture of southeastern Native Americans, customary practice among Indian traders, British settlement patterns, and contemporary historical events. This work is of special interest to the estimated ten million Americans who trace their ancestries to the Adair family of upstate South Carolina. Yet, it also offers students of history valuable context regarding the lives of the Cherokee and Chickasaw people, Indian traders, and British settlers through a more complete understanding of The Family of Indian Trader and Author James Adair.
The Glory of Mary Revealed in Scripture
Wishing to promote informed interfaith dialogue, and believing that God is the true source of all wisdom (Prov 2:6), Father James Augustine Stothert answers common questions about the Blessed Virgin, primarily from Scripture in The Glory of Mary Revealed in Scripture: An Apologetic Call to Communion. Father Stothert concludes with the prayer that all who read this work and obey God’s word will be “transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit.” (2 Cor 3:18)
Apologetics
Pope Pius IV wrote The Grounds of Catholic Doctrine: An Apologetic Call to Communion in an easy-to-read, question-and-answer format to encourage, strengthen, and equip the faithful to “give an account for the hope that is in you.” (1 Peter 3:15-16) This work invites those who are yet outside the Church to join Catholic believers on the journey of a lifetime in unity, peace, and truth. “No eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the human heart conceived, what God has prepared for those who love him.” (1 Cor 2:9)
Bishop Francis Patrick Kenrick wrote The Primacy of the Apostolic See: An Apologetic Call to Communion to answer common questions about the papacy of the Catholic Church, with scholarship, compassion, and love. Jesus said: “And I tell you, you are Peter [i.e., rock], and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” (Matt 16:18-19)
Louis-Nazaire Cardinal Bégin explores Catholic and Protestant teachings about holy Scripture, including similarities and differences, in The Bible and the Rule of Faith: An Apologetic Call to Communion. Expressing the desires of his heart as he published this work, Cardinal Bégin said he wished to show courtesy to others, hoped to answer certain charges against the Church, and prayed with Jesus that all who believe in Christ would be one. (John 17:20-23)
Wishing to promote informed interfaith dialogue, and believing that God is the true source of all wisdom (Prov 2:6), Father James Augustine Stothert answers common questions about the Blessed Virgin, primarily from Scripture in The Glory of Mary Revealed in Scripture: An Apologetic Call to Communion. Father Stothert concludes with the prayer that all who read this work and obey God’s word will be “transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another; for this comes from the Lord, the Spirit.” (2 Cor 3:18)
Have you ever wondered how the holy creator of the universe engages in a personal relationship with rebellious humanity? Catholic theologians have searched the Scriptures, reasoned, and written about justification for almost 2,000 years. Bishop Francis Patrick Kenrick surveys this vast body of work in The Catholic Doctrine of Justification: An Apologetic Call to Communion. May it be said of all who read his book: “You were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and in the Spirit of our God.” (1 Cor 6:11)
The Catholic Church defines the seven sacraments as “efficacious signs of grace, instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church, by which divine life is dispensed to us.” Father Pierre Pourrat answers common questions about the sacraments in The Sacraments of the Catholic Church: An Apologetic Call to Communion. Whether you were raised as a Catholic, became a Catholic later in life, or want to know more about the Catholic faith, you should read this book about the sacraments. “The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.” (2 Cor 13:13)
Saint Paul urges Christians to: “Pray without ceasing.” (1 Thess 5:17) Do you praise the “lover of your soul” with your every breath? If you want to do better in this area of your life, you are not alone. Saint Alphonsus Liguori wrote The Necessity and Blessings of Prayer: An Apologetic Call to Communion to help believers develop a more intentional, consistent, and powerful prayer life — and, in the process, “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” (2 Peter 3:18) May the Lord “grant you your heart’s desire.” (Ps 20:4)
The Lord commands his people to: “Keep these words that I am commanding you today in your heart. Recite them to your children and talk about them when you are at home and when you are away, when you lie down and when you rise.” (Deut 6:6-7) One of the most valuable works that present the gospel to young readers in a clear and compelling manner is The Gospel Message for Young Readers: An Apologetic Call to Communion by Josephine Van Dyke Brownson. Ms. Brownson’s book is widely commended and will bless young readers for generations to come. With this priceless treasure, let us: “Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation.” (Mark 16:15)
History
Reflecting on the amazing survival and expansion of the early Church, Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430 AD), wrote: “I should not believe the gospel except as moved by the authority of the Catholic Church.” Bearing witness to God’s powerful work among his people, Bishop Richard Gilmour presents Church History to 1500 for Young Readers: Joy of the Christian Journey. “Remember the days of old, consider the years long past; ask your father, and he will inform you; your elders, and they will tell you.” (Deut 32:7)
Reflecting on the amazing survival and expansion of the early Church, Saint Augustine of Hippo (354-430 AD), wrote: “I should not believe the gospel except as moved by the authority of the Catholic Church.” Bearing witness to God’s powerful work among his people, Bishop Richard Gilmour presents Church History from 1500 for Young Readers: Joy of the Christian Journey. “Remember the days of old, consider the years long past; ask your father, and he will inform you; your elders, and they will tell you.” (Deut 32:7)
Since the days of the early Church, Christians have recounted the lives of saints to explain the gospel, soften rebellious hearts, and inspire believers. Knowing that the life of a saint may speak with greater effect than the most eloquent sermon, Theodor Gottfried Johann Berthold wrote the Lives of Saints for Young Readers: Joy of the Christian Journey. He presents his work with the prayer that: “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the prosperity of your children.” (Isa 54:13)
Scripture tells us to remember our leaders and “consider the outcome of their way of life;” and Jesus said: “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (Heb 13:7 and John 13:35) Did Luther, in his words and deeds, reflect the personal traits of a Christian? Was he known for his love? Having carefully reviewed Luther’s writings, sermons, and speeches, Father Joseph Karl Verres introduces the reformer in his own words in Martin Luther and the Protestant Movement: Joy of the Christian Journey. “Let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches.” (Rev 2:28)
Scripture
Sensing a great need for texts that reflect the true glory and majesty of God’s word in a format that is accessible to young readers, and wishing to lead young hearts to the Savior, Bishop Richard Gilmour wrote Bible Stories for Youth, Old Testament: A Light to My Path. The effect of his labors is a work that will bless millions of young souls for generations to come. “Remember your creator in the days of your youth.” (Eccl 12:1)
Sensing a great need for texts that reflect the true glory and majesty of God’s word in a format that is accessible to young readers, and wishing to lead young hearts to the Savior, Bishop Richard Gilmour wrote Bible Stories for Youth, New Testament: A Light to My Path. The effect of his labors is a work that will bless millions of young souls for generations to come. “Remember your creator in the days of your youth.” (Eccl 12:1)
Miscellanea
The Epistles of John: An Essential Reader for Students of Biblical Greek is a unique resource designed to help students learn to read the Greek New Testament. It contains, for each word in the text, a simple translation, grammatical description, lexical form, conjugation/declension forms, paradigm type, and paradigm endings. Students who use this book will soon see the benefits of their labors. They will begin to process the Greek text with greater confidence and fluency. We pray that every reader will become “proficient, equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:17.
Shawn and Lois Potter, in their new release, Weston Pedigree Reconsidered: A Review of Documentation Provided by the College of Arms, take a fresh look at the credibility of the Weston pedigree produced by the College of Arms in 1633. In the process, they reveal a new royal descent from Edward III, King of England, and Philippa of Hainault, for New England immigrants Jeremy Clarke and Frances Latham of Newport, Rhode Island; Elizabeth Cooke and Rev. William Walton of Marblehead, Massachusetts; and Stephen Terry and Jane Hardey of Dorchester, Massachusetts. They also offer practical insight into the potential value of any pedigree produced by the College of Arms as a resource for genealogical research.
Have you tested your Y-DNA, studied your results, and asked, “Now, what do I do?” If the answer is “yes,” you’re not alone, and this book is for you. In The Case of the Mismatching and Matching DNA: Solving a 235-Year-Old Adoption Mystery, Shawn and Lois explain and illustrate, through a case study with abundant graphics, how to combine Y-DNA analysis with traditional archival research to prove a suspected, or identify an unknown, paternal-line relationship. They show you, step-by-step, how they identified the father of their adopted six-generation-removed grandfather, who was born about 1776, enabling them to extend their proven paternal-line ancestry back to 1635 Jamestowne and beyond. Their method enabled them to solve a 235-year-old adoption mystery. It worked for them, and it will work for you!
In Gregorian Chant: An Outline of Christian Music during the Middle Ages, the Benedictine Nuns of Stanbrook Abbey explain the aim, history, notation, and performance considerations of this beautiful and inspiring musical form. Based on an extensive study of original manuscripts, the Nuns present a clear and compelling account of this bearer of the wonderful cycle of Christian prayer and praise. “With gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God.” (Col 3:16)
Are you a student of Ancient or Biblical Greek? If so, you will want this book. Language learning experts agree that the most important factor in language acquisition is exposure to authentic language. Native speakers of Greek offer records of themselves reading a variety of Ancient and Biblical Greek texts. These recordings possess the essential features of natural speech that is so lacking in other recordings. But, does modern Greek pronunciation approximate Ancient or Biblical Greek pronunciation? John Pickering makes a compelling case that it does in Pronunciation of Ancient Greek: A Case for Modern Practice. “All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.” (Acts 2:4)
Have you ever felt a sense of awe looking at the beauty of Chinese paintings and wanted to know more about the people and culture that produced these works of art? John Calvin Ferguson, a resident of China for more than 30 years and a renowned scholar of Chinese art, reveals the “mystery of the soul-world” in Chinese Paintings: An Ancient Civilization Explores the Mysteries of the Spirit. Beginning with a discussion of sources and technique, the author then surveys the most prominent Chinese painters and their major works over a period of more than a thousand years. This book is a pleasure to read and contains a treasure of insights into Chinese paintings.
Father Bernard John Vaughan, Priest of the Society of Jesus, examines general principles of social justice, socialism, and capitalism in Socialism: An Essential Review. This book is required reading for everyone who wishes to understand the threat of socialism and aspires to “secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity.” Let us: “Speak out for those who cannot speak, for the rights of all the destitute. Speak out, judge righteously, defend the rights of the poor and needy.” (Prov 31:8-9)
Democracy
From the establishment of Jamestowne in 1606 to the declaration of a national day of thanksgiving and prayer in 1877, Americans from every background – men, women, black, white, rich, and poor – engaged in a national dialogue about the idea that all people are created equal, and that they are endowed by their creator with unalienable rights. In book 4 of this 12-volume series, we read about the era in American history called Revolution (1760-1774). Thwarted in their attempts to create a “city upon a hill” by British monarchs, investors, and merchants, who sought wealth from the slave trade and slave labor in the colonies, Americans drew inspiration from the Word of God and the laws of nature as they pursued liberty and justice for all.
From the establishment of Jamestowne in 1606 to the declaration of a national day of thanksgiving and prayer in 1877, Americans from every background – men, women, black, white, rich, and poor – engaged in a national dialogue about the idea that all people are created equal, and that they are endowed by their creator with unalienable rights. In book 5 of this 12-volume series, we read about the era in American history called Declaration (1774-1783). Chafing under the yoke of British oppression and inspired by the Word of God and the writings of John Locke, Charles de Montesquieu, and Sir William Blackstone, Americans declared their intention to establish a government on the principles of equality, unalienable rights, and self-government.
From the establishment of Jamestowne in 1606 to the declaration of a national day of thanksgiving and prayer in 1877, Americans from every background – men, women, black, white, rich, and poor – engaged in a national dialogue about the idea that all people are created equal, and that they are endowed by their creator with unalienable rights. In book 6 of this 12-volume series, we read about the era in American history called Foundation (1783-1789). Following the restoration of peace after the Revolutionary War, Americans turned their attention to founding a new nation on the principles of equality, unalienable rights, and self-government.
From the establishment of Jamestowne in 1606 to the declaration of a national day of thanksgiving and prayer in 1877, Americans from every background – men, women, black, white, rich, and poor – engaged in a national dialogue about the idea that all people are created equal, and that they are endowed by their creator with unalienable rights. In book 7 of this 12-volume series, we read about the era in American history called Application (1789-1801). During the administrations of George Washington and John Adams, America’s leaders struggled to apply the principles of equality, unalienable rights, and self-government to the governance of a new nation.
From the establishment of Jamestowne in 1606 to the declaration of a national day of thanksgiving and prayer in 1877, Americans from every background – men, women, black, white, rich, and poor – engaged in a national dialogue about the idea that all people are created equal, and that they are endowed by their creator with unalienable rights. In book 8 of this 12-volume series, we read about the era in American history called Vacillation (1801-1817). During the presidential administrations of Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, the nation’s elected representatives began to vacillate in their commitment to America’s founding principles of universal equality, unalienable rights, and self-government.