Bücher von James Carroll

Vier Jahrzehnte erstklassiger amerikanischer Straßenfotografie des Leica-Fotografen James CarrollDie Fotografien von James Carroll, die im Laufe von mehr als 40 Jahren auf den Straßen der USA aufgenommen wurden, bilden eine einzigartige Zusammenstellung historischer Americana. Angetrieben von dem Bedürfnis, Erinnerung an seine eigenen Erfahrungen und die anderer zu bewahren, und von dem, was Kurator und Autor Sean Corcoran als »seine Sehnsucht zu sehen, zu wissen und zu verstehen« beschreibt, erforscht Carroll die Vergänglichkeit menschlichen Lebens und seiner Beziehungen.Die Bilder führen uns von dokumentarischer Herangehensweise zu einer subjektiveren Sphäre, in der sich der Autor bei zufälligen Begegnungen neue Szenarien ausdenkt, während er gleichzeitig den amerikanischen Schauplatz kommentiert. Die meisten der Fotografien in "The Lives of Others" wurden mit der Leica M3 aufgenommen. Ein Großteil der Bilder wird hier zum ersten Mal veröffentlicht.

Remarks On The History, Cause, And Mode Of Transmission Of Yellow Fever is a book written by James Carroll in 1903. The book is a comprehensive study of the disease, yellow fever, which was a major cause of death in the United States during the early 20th century. The author provides a detailed history of the disease, including its origins, spread, and the various outbreaks that occurred in different parts of the world.Carroll also explores the cause of yellow fever, discussing the various theories that were prevalent at the time. He examines the role of mosquitoes in the transmission of the disease, as well as other possible causes such as contaminated water and air.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of yellow fever. The author provides detailed descriptions of the symptoms of the disease, its diagnosis and treatment, and the measures that can be taken to prevent its spread.Overall, Remarks On The History, Cause, And Mode Of Transmission Of Yellow Fever is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the understanding of a disease that was once a major public health concern. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of medicine or public health.And The Occurrence Of Similar Types Of Fatal Fevers In Places Where Yellow Fever Is Not Known To Have Existed.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Elaborating on “A Call for Vatican III” in his bestselling book Constantine’s Sword: The Church and the Jews, James Carroll proposes a clear agenda for reform in Toward A New Catholic Church to help concerned Catholics understand the most essential issues facing their Church. He moves beyond current events to suggest new ways for Catholics to approach Scripture, Jesus, and power, and he looks at the daunting challenges facing the Church in a world of diverse beliefs and contentious religious fervor. His case for democracy within the Church illustrates why lay people have already initiated change. Carroll shows that all Catholics—parishioners, priests, bishops, men and women—have an equal stake in the Church's future.

"So rich and vital it leaves you breathless." — Chicago TribuneFrom the writer of Mortal Friends and Family Trade, a sweeping tale of struggling with God, country, and the religious ignition of the 60s' anti-war movement in this thrilling novel of faith, truth, and honor.Michael Maguire, a Korean War vet, enters the priesthood in an attempt to do some good in the world, after suffering in a POW camp for more than 2 years. But once the war in Vietnam breaks out, his clashes with the hierarchically-minded members of the church—which is evolving into a body with political ambitions of its own—sending him into rebellion not only against the diocese but the law. It's a sweeping tale not only of the divisions plaguing American Christianity - especially Catholicism - but of the difficulty of parsing, when pulled in so many directions, right and wrong.

A New York Times Notable Book"A rich, seductive meld of characters real and fictive, of history and fancy."  — New York Times Book ReviewIn this compelling family saga set during a tumultuous era in Boston history, 1960-1984, acclaimed author James Carroll chronicles the lives of two brothers, Nick and Terry Doyle, as they strive to move beyond the strictures of their working-class Charlestown neighborhood to "the city below." Though one brother is drawn to the worlds of politics and real estate and the other to the underworld of organized crime, their fates remain inextricably linked as each struggles to break free of the blood tie holding him captive to the past. As in his previous bestselling novels Mortal Friends and Family Trade, Carroll seamlessly blends fiction and history to create a gripping tale of family bonds and ethnic violence, vows and betrayals, and political intrigue in the inner sanctums of both church and state.

From National Book Award-winning writer James Carroll comes a novel of the timeless love story of Peter Abelard and Héloïse, and its impact on a modern priest and a Holocaust survivor seeking sanctuary in Manhattan.Father Michael Kavanagh is shocked when he sees a friend from his seminary days at the altar of his humble parish in upper Manhattan—a friend who was forced to leave under scandalous circumstances. Compelled to reconsider the past, Father Kavanagh wanders into the medieval haven of the Cloisters and stumbles into a conversation with a lovely and intriguing docent, Rachel Vedette.Having survived the Holocaust and escaped to America, Rachel remains obsessed with her late father’s greatest scholarly achievement: a study demonstrating the relationship between the famously discredited monk Peter Abelard and Jewish scholars. Feeling an odd connection with Father Kavanagh, Rachel shares with him the work that cost her father his life.At the center of these interrelated stories is the classic romance between the great philosopher Abelard and his intellectual equal, Héloïse. For Rachel, Abelard is the key to understanding her people’s place in history. And for Father Kavanagh, the controversial theologian may be a doorway to understanding the life he himself might have had outside the Church.

Since the downturn of the construction industry, James Carroll has been looking for new ways to earn a living. He has tried a few different projects, but, having been involved in the construction for 30 years, he was finding it hard to adjust. That was until he came across some notes he had written some years before, when he had wanted to write but did not have the time. He had been accused, at the time, of stealing a jacket from a trader on Portabello Road and had successfully conducted his own investigation and proved his innocence. Being involved in construction he was unable to get time to write properly. But now the opportunity had presented itself again and James decided to give writing another try.After all it should be in his blood as his father had penned some plays for the local theatre group as well as writing some well known poetry. It was therefore fitting that James should continue his work and to dedicate his writings to his late fathers memory.