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R. J. Berry writes as a professional biologist and as a Christian believer. He contends that the interplay of science and faith requires continual re-examination in the light of scientific developments, with the consequent need to review religious assumptions. To quote from his Preface: "Where science and faith meet, they must be congruent; if they are not, both the science and the religion ought to be examined. Religion cannot drive the content of science, nor can science properly determine the nature of religion."R. J. Berry's treatment differs from traditional work in science and religion in that he intentionally and explicitly extends his exploration of the implications of religious fait...
A man loves a woman, and immortalizes their story on paper. the central conceit of this book is as old as storytelling itself, but the author approaches this seemingly dusty form with extraordinary freshness. Each poem is a burst of color, communicating a delight in the senses that is almost startling in its immediacy. From the fruit markets of Southeast Asia to the disheveled hills of the British Isles, the author traces the ups and downs of his protagonists' relationship. Over the course of decades, it experiences lulls and storms, titanic upheavals punctuated by lacunae of charmed happiness. Images fashioned for this book by C. Sabarsky apply the poems' luminous colors to a series of contemplative photographs. Immoderate in feeling, direct in voice, this small book is a compendium of pain and pleasure, a sort of A to Z anatomizing the joys and griefs of love--
James Berry's book, 'My Experiences as an Executioner,' delves into the dark and morbid world of capital punishment through the eyes of a seasoned executioner. Berry's writing is straightforward and devoid of unnecessary embellishment, reflecting the harsh realities of his profession. The book provides a glimpse into the psychological toll of taking human lives in the name of justice, offering a unique perspective on a controversial practice. Set against the backdrop of a time when public executions were common, Berry's narrative serves as a chilling reminder of the consequences of violence and the cost of administering justice. His stark prose and attention to detail create a haunting accou...
Robert James Berry lives and writes in Auckland, New Zealand. Sky Writing is his fourth collection. It is divided into four sequences: 'Isthmus' charts the land, 'Beginnings' looks at people coming to that land, 'Voyagers' focuses on their sea journeys and 'Growing Up' considers their contemporary world. Sky Writing is dedicated to the author's country, New Zealand, and to his wife Ahila and their third son Srinath.
This is a documented account of the events leading up to the Battle at King’s Mountain (South Carolina) on October 7, 1780, and one eventful hour that changed the course of American history.
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