This book examines the contribution that petitioning and litigation made to the maintenance of the social order in Roman Egypt between 30 BC and AD 284. Through the analysis of the many hundreds of documents survivingon papyrus, especially petitions, reports of court proceedings, and letters, Kelly focuses on how the legal system achieved its formal goals (that is, the resolution of disputes through judgments), and discusses in detail the contribution made by the litigation process to informal methods of social control. With particular emphasis on the roles that this process played in the transmission of political ideologies, in the maintenance of family solidarity, and in the fostering of 'private' mechanisms of dispute resolution, the book argues that although the legal system was less than successful when judged by its formal aims, it did have a real social impact by contributing indirectly to some of the informal mechanisms that ensured order in this province of the Roman Empire. However, arguing that, on occasion, one can also see petitioning and litigation being abused for the pursuit of feud and vengeance, Kelly also recognizes that the social impacts of petitioning and litigation were multifaceted, and in some senses even contradictory.

Petitions, Litigation, and Social Control in Roman Egypt (Oxford Studies in Ancient Documents)

History

Kelly, Benjamin

Ancient Civilizations

Oxford University Press

The German theologian Dorothee Soelle once wrote that "Dietrich Bonhoeffer is the one German theologian who will lead us into the third millennium." Now as we near the end of the first decade of this third millennium, Bonhoeffer continues to inspire new generations of those who have recognized in him a spiritual guide in their actions on behalf of peace and social justice. This book by Geffrey Kelly, Bonhoeffer scholar and past president of the International Bonhoeffer Society, provides a critical analysis and reading guide to two of the spiritual classics that are now available in new translations through recent critical editions of Bonhoeffer's collected writings organised and published the International Bonhoeffer Society, English Language Section, in collaboration with Fortress Press."Reading Bonhoeffer" offers a running commentary of each segment of these popular texts along with discussion questions suitable for the university and seminary classroom as well as for parish adult education programs using these two books. In the final section of the book, Dr Kelly has excerpted and analysed three significant texts by Bonhoeffer on the need for world peace against the rising militarism and continued glorification of war in Germany and other European nations.

Reading Bonhoeffer: A Guide to His Spiritual Classics and Selected Writings on Peace

Religion & Spirituality

Kelly, Geffrey B.

Christian Books & Bibles

James Clarke & Co.

Science-Activists and their Contested Paradigms: An interactionist perspective on environmental risk and knowledge exchange (Interactionist Currents)

Reference

Routledge

Simple, filling, and flavorful recipes to help guys like you get cooking Kiss takeout and frozen food goodbye as you learn how easy it is to start cooking for yourself. This top choice in cookbooks for men is great for guys who are just starting out in the kitchen. From breakfast to dessert, learn to make tasty meals that only take a handful of common ingredients--and won't leave you with a sink full of dirty dishes. Go beyond other cookbooks for men with: <ul> <li>Cooking basics--Find out how to cut an onion without losing a finger, prepare a chicken without giving yourself food poisoning, and more.</li> <li>Limited-ingredient recipes--This title stands out from other cookbooks for men thanks to recipes that prove you don't need a ton of specialty ingredients to make amazing food at home.</li> <li>A kitchen toolbox--Set your kitchen up right with handy guides to the must-have pantry staples, plus the tools you'll need to use them.</li> </ul> Get everything you could want out of introductory cookbooks for men with this collection of pro tips and delicious recipes.

The 5-Ingredient Cookbook for Men: 115 Recipes for Men with Big Appetites and Little Time

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Quick & Easy

Callisto

The culinary manual every man needs "Stem" the bell pepper. Salt "to taste." Slice meat "against the grain." Even so-called beginner cookbooks for men are filled with culinary jargon and directions that can be confusing for new chefs. This standout among cookbooks for men offers a novice-focused approach, teaching guys the absolute basics that every cook needs to know--with delicious results sure to impress friends, parents, and dates. Discover everything you could want from this top choice in cookbooks for men. There are breakdowns of the different types of cookware, tips for buying fresh ingredients, explanations for terms and techniques commonly found in recipes, and 100 recipes sure to get new chefs up to speed. Go beyond other cookbooks for men with: <ul> <li>Easy, educational recipes--Each recipe comes complete with comprehensive, step-by-step directions that'll help even the newest home cooks succeed.</li> <li>Handy hacks--Get tips and tricks covering everything from meal prepping and planning a dinner party to beverage pairing--plus how to avoid losing a finger or setting your kitchen on fire.</li> <li>Flavorful variations--Find out how to take these recipes to the next level with recipe modifications designed for cooks who are ready to experiment.</li> </ul> Prepare for a future filled with culinary success thanks to this cookbook.

The How-To Cookbook for Men: 100 Easy Recipes to Learn the Basics

Cooking Education & Reference

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