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  • von John Thornton
    26,00 €

    Chaos by John ThorntonWritten at Cheekwood Art & GardensPublished by A Novel Idea, 2014

  • von John Thornton
    28,00 €

  • - A Biographical Sketch Of The Late Frank Lyons (1866)
    von John Thornton
    34,00 €

    ""A Trophy, Won At The Ragged School: A Biographical Sketch Of The Late Frank Lyons"" is a book written by John Thornton and published in 1866. The book is a biographical sketch of Frank Lyons, who was a successful businessman and philanthropist. The title of the book is derived from the fact that Lyons had won a trophy at a ragged school when he was a child. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Lyons' life. The first chapter provides an introduction to Lyons' childhood and his experiences at the ragged school. The following chapters describe his early career as a clerk, his marriage and family life, and his rise to prominence in the business world. The book also explores Lyons' philanthropic activities, including his involvement in the founding of the Ragged School Union and his support of various charitable organizations. Thornton emphasizes Lyons' commitment to social reform and his belief in the importance of education and charity.Overall, ""A Trophy, Won At The Ragged School"" provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a remarkable individual who overcame adversity to achieve great success and make a significant impact on his community.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.

  • von John Thornton
    24,00 €

    Bishop John Thornton sees the world differently. He has the courage to share his vision and change ours. As a poet and a modern day prophet, he helps us build a bridge to the soul and to glimpse the eternal that is within us. Lose yourself in Moon and Fog and you will find it worth your while. -Fr. Ted Berktold, Rector Emeritus, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Eugene, OregonMoon and Fog is John's fifth book, the first, however, as a collection of poems. Forthcoming is Reconsidering the Lilies, a Collection of Writings.

  • von John Thornton
    17,00 €

    The Brooks Brothers Suit and Other Stories is John's fourth book, the first, however, as a collection of short stories about persons and events during his pastoral ministry over fifty-six years as a deacon, priest and bishop of the Episcopal Church. Forthcoming is a collection of poems titled Moon and Fog and Poems of Land and Spirit.

  • von John Thornton
    25,00 €

  • von John Thornton
    22,00 €

  • - Explaining Its Nature, Enforcing Its Importance, And Unfolding The Benefits Which Flow From It (1824)
    von John Thornton
    31,00 €

    This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

  • von John Thornton
    18,00 - 36,00 €

  • von John Thornton
    31,90 €

  • - A Biographical Sketch Of The Late Frank Lyons (1866)
    von John Thornton
    26,00 €

    ""A Trophy, Won At The Ragged School"" is a biographical sketch of the late Frank Lyons, written by John Thornton and published in 1866. The book tells the story of Lyons, who was born into poverty and spent his childhood in the notorious ""ragged schools"" of Victorian England. Despite the many obstacles he faced, Lyons was determined to better himself and worked tirelessly to improve his education and social standing. He eventually became a successful businessman and philanthropist, and his life serves as an inspiration to others who may be struggling to overcome adversity. The book provides a detailed account of Lyons' life, including his early struggles, his rise to success, and his many charitable endeavors. It is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable individual and a testament to the power of hard work and determination.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.

  • - An Affectionate Address To Those Who Are Mourning The Loss Of Children Especially Such As Have Died In Infancy (1839)
    von John Thornton
    20,00 €

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