In this wide-ranging and challenging book, Ruth Smith shows that the words of Handel's oratorios reflect the events and ideas of their time and have far greater meaning than has hitherto been realized. She sheds new light on the oratorio librettists and explores literature, music, aesthetics, politics and religion to reveal Handel's texts as conduits for eighteenth-century thought and sensibility. This book enriches our understanding of Handel, his times, and the relationships between music and its intellectual contexts.

In this wide-ranging and challenging book, Ruth Smith shows that the words of Handel's oratorios reflect the events and ideas of their time and have far greater meaning than has hitherto been realized. She sheds new light on the oratorio librettists and explores literature, music, aesthetics, politics and religion to reveal Handel's texts as conduits for eighteenth-century thought and sensibility. This book enriches our understanding of Handel, his times, and the relationships between music and its intellectual contexts.

Miniature oil and kerosene lamps, some as diminutive as 2 1/2 inches high, are direct descendants of prehistoric lamps using animal fat and other oils. Since the miniatures which have been preserved are so small that they cannot have provided adequate reading light, their intended function remains somewhat obscure. Miniature lamps might have found uses in sickrooms, for dispelling a child's "bogeyman," or as parlor courting lamps making a suitable compromise between the requirements of propriety and romantic aura.

A Word on Love by Bishop Ruth W. Smith It's time to love according to the Word of God. Bishop Ruth shares a life changing message on love that will inspire readers to allow God to love through them - the only way to truly love - because God is love. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen relationships with God, family, church members, coworkers and others who cross your path. A Word on Love will help you... . Develop an understanding as to why you should love God and others . Learn how to love others by allowing the Holy Spirit to love them through you . Gain wisdom on loving yourself...

Buddy Bear is an adventure seeking travel companion. Is it any wonder that he has found so many wonderful Lighthouses to explore in the Michigan coastline. From St. Joseph to Holland to Whitehall and all the way up to Traverse City, there are adventures to behold. The waves crashing on the Pier in Ludington. The vast beaches of Grand Haven and Muskegon. The hike to Little Sable and Big Sable are a full day of new and wonderful experiences. Embark on this journey of beautiful photography as the views from the lighthouses beckon you to explore your world and learn something new.

An unspeakable tragedy leads one nurse to the brink of despair in Ruth Smith's heartbreaking debut novel, Finally. Annie seemingly has it all: A loving husband, three beautiful children, and a job that allows her to help others and truly make a difference. All of that changes in an instant when Annie's husband and children are killed in a tragic car accident. Her world shattered, she is unsure how to proceed. Annie eventually finds herself trying to forge a new life, a mission that takes her across the country to care for Bridger Jones, a former pro-football player, after he is hit by a drunk...