Pouhých 9,58 sekund – přesně tolik času zabrala Usainu Boltovi zářivá cesta na sportovní vrchol. Jeho světový rekord v běhu na sto metrů šokoval celý svět. Když byl ale Usain St. Leo Bolt malým chlapcem, víc než běhání, které ho vůbec nebavilo, se věnoval jiným sportům. Nebýt Boltova trenéra kriketu, možná by zůstal jeho talent bez povšimnutí. Nikdo, nejspíš ani Usain sám, tehdy ještě netušil, že tenhle vysoký, hubený kluk z malého městečka v oblasti Montego Bay na severním pobřeží Jamajky se jednoho dne stane nejrychlejším mužem planety.
Originally published in 1955 and reprinted dozens of times over the years, John Murray's Redemption Accomplished and Applied systematically explains the two sides of redemption -- its accomplishment through Christ's atonement and its application to the lives of believers. In this theological classic Murray first explores the necessity, nature, perfection, and extent of the atonement. He then goes on to expound the biblical teaching about calling, regeneration, faith and repentance, justification, adoption, sanctification, perseverance, union with Christ, and glorification.
In this remarkably assured and satisfying debut collection, John Murray seamlessly meshes fact with fiction, taking his inspiration from the worlds of science, medicine, and nature. The stories are set in intriguing locations across the globe -- a cholera tent in the slums of Bombay, a United Nations refugee camp in the mountains of Africa, a Key West hideaway -- where his characters, among them doctors, nurses, research scientists, explorers, and collectors, can be found reading The Manual of Clinical Microbiology or Gray's Anatomy or the Complete Textbook of Psychiatry. And yet, despite the pull of the outer world, these stories are all about the internal world of emotions -- love, loss, obsession, and conflict -- and about families and how they survive. They unfold to tell of moments when people catch glimpses of their real selves, their pasts, and have flashes of understanding about their lives. In "The Hill Station," an American-born scientist is drawn to Bombay, the homeland of her parents, where she breaks free from the confines of her well-ordered life. The title story tells of an aging surgeon who uses his grandfather's collection of butterflies to try and make sense of his past. In "Blue" a young man -- still haunted by the tragic death of his father years earlier -- traverses the Himalayan mountain that would have been his father's last climb. In "Acts of Memory, Wisdom of Man," the son of Indian immigrants relives the summer of 1968, and the events that determined his brother's fate. Vivid and alive, these stories reveal whole lives -- characters caught between the past and the present, between different cultures, and between their intellects and emotions. Global in scope, classical in form, evocative of place, this rich collection marks an exciting and original debut.
In this commonplace book, John Murray has drawn together a collection of wise, thoughtful, and witty proverbs and sayings. The volume includes illustrations, some sent by the authors of the sayings themselves, including John Piper, John Craxton, Beryl Cook, and Val Biro.
This classic study addresses ethical questions relating to such topics as marriage, labor, capital punishment, truthfulness, Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, law and grace, and the fear of God. Murray points the reader to all of Scripture as the basic authority in matters of Christian conduct.
The exploration of a purpose-filled life in this book aims to uplift readers' spirits. John Murray invites you to delve into the transformative power of joy, offering insights and encouragement to embrace a fulfilling existence. Through his engaging narrative, he highlights the importance of finding meaning and happiness in everyday experiences, inspiring a deeper connection with oneself and the world around.
Set against the backdrop of 1931 Munich, the story revolves around the mysterious death of Geli Raubal, Adolf Hitler's niece, found dead in his apartment. The circumstances surrounding her death, with Hitler's pistol nearby, raise suspicions, yet the Nazi regime pushes a narrative of suicide to conceal the truth. This gripping tale delves into themes of power, manipulation, and the dark secrets hidden within the shadows of history.
Exploring profound existential questions, this book delves into the nature of consciousness, the implications of medical advancements, and the intricate relationship between the mind and body. It challenges readers to consider the essence of love, the reality of time, and the psychological roots of illness. Through thought-provoking inquiries, it invites reflection on the human experience and the limits of our understanding, ultimately questioning whether we are merely puppets of our biology or if there is a deeper meaning to our existence.
Everything we thought we knew about men's sexual desire is completely wrong. Groundbreaking new research reveals it is far from the high, simple sex drive they're stereotypically known for. Sarah Murray shatters our most damaging, long-held myths about men's sexuality and helps couples connect more intimately and authentically than ever before.
