"Eminent medievalist Jean Favier introduces and analyzes the political, social, moral, and economic milieux of the late Middle Ages that engendered Europe's transformation from feudalism to capitalism. ... Favier reveals that the ultimate consequence of this risk-taking was not merely the accumulation of wealth by such families as the Medici and the Fuggers, but the transposition of social and aesthetic values upon the populace, leading to the rise of the middle class."--Jacket.

Bring the Bible to life for kids! As kids read the NKJV Big Picture Interactive Bible for Kids, they will see scenes from the Bible literally pop off the page via a free downloadable app that lets them view the images in an augmented-reality format. And they'll listen to a narration of the event by Jenna Lucado Bishop. This colorful, fully designed Bible meets children in the visual world they are so accustomed to by bringing Bible pages to life and showing young readers how they are a part of God's great story. Features include: Augmented Reality on 146 full-page color illustrations "Christ Connection" feature that shows how each Bible story points to Christ "Big Questions?" feature to tell kids what they want to know 100 Top Memory Verses for kids to learn "Seeing the Big Picture" feature that digs into key Bible stories and provides parents with discussion material "Big Words" feature that acts as a four-color Bible dictionary Introductions for every book of the Bible, written for kids to understand Complete text of the New King James Version Full-color maps on 8 pages Don't miss any of the products in the Big Picture brand, which includes The Big Picture Interactive Bible Storybook, The Big Picture Interactive Bible Stories in 5 Minutes, and The Big Picture Interactive Bible Stories for Toddlers.

The Clear Word lets the power of ancient texts come through today. As the meaning of Scripture becomes more transparent, you see more of Gods grace. His love shines through even in difficult Old Testament passages. The Clear Word has renewed the devotional lives of thousands of people. Let it renew yours. Now available in the popular two-column format with the text in paragraphs.

Students of Scripture love to compare how translators have understood the ancient Hebrew and Greek texts to see if they can discover deeper meanings, or simply ask more pertinent questions. Four of the most popular versions have been placed in parallel columns--KJV, NKJV, NIV (2011 update text), and NLT--so all can take copious notes. Features Four Popular Translations King James Version (KJV)--The dignified, poetic language of this word-for-word translation has made it the favorite of countless readers for over four centuries. New International Version (NIV) (2011 Update Text)--Scholarly accuracy and easy readability combine to help you understand and apply the intended reading of the text. New King James Version (NKJV)--A completely updated translation that's faithful to the accuracy and beauty of the KJV, using contemporary and readable language. New Living Translation (NLT)--A more consistent rendering of ancient terms into their modern English equivalents brings clarity, along with marginal notes that explain word choices. Table of weights and measures 7-point text size 9.75 x 6.75 x 2.50

Most Bible translations bend the text toward us, making the rough bits more palatable to our modern sensibilities. In this Old Testament translation, John Goldingay sets our expectations off balance by inviting us to hear the strange accent of the Hebrew text unbaptized in pious religiosity. Translating consistently, word by word, this unique interpretation allows us to read the sacred text through fresh eyes.