Studies in fanaticism and its shadowy foes
A mixed review covers Torquemada a short and sharp examination of fanaticism linked to Spain in 1483 and a broader analysis of religious zeal. The essay also surveys The Stockbridge novels set in 1740s America, praising authorial restraint and the novel’s moral inquiries into bigotry and survival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
Alto
Stockbridge
Amercan
Jonathan Ards
Stephen Wert
Hin Ie
Naval Verse and Poems Featured in Antique 19th Century Volume
A fragmented OCR list shows poetry and literary references including Admiralty Chant, The Mill Eye tale, A Grain de Rand, and works by William Makepeace, Rosemary Magn Trem, and Robert Martin. Mentions of Neo Victorian era poets, illustrated plates, and decorative engravings hint at a late 19th or early 20th century anthology layout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiralty
Biiah Naval
Sha Min
Aunthalia
David
Uae
Ah Tam
Leende
Counies
Ewa
Fehl
Anil
Burton
Establishment man as AVE OF THE LAMP
Arthur Salter's memoir notes span a life in public service from 1904 Civil Service reform to 1980s political roles. The review highlights his international WWI shipping work, League of Nations career, Oxford chair, and parliamentary tenure. It notes uneven structure but praises style and insights into Salter and his era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Salter
Weidenfeld & —Nicolam, Wigp
USA
Fan & Successfull
Topee Suiade
America
England
League
Inlethule
Se Wan
Commons
House of Lords
Baron of
Kidling
Tom
Nash
Hle
Lins
Salter
Wil Service
Civil Service
Buddhism and Politics: A Brief Overview
Review of Jerrold Schechter’s The Ace of Buddha exploring contemporary Buddhist involvement in politics across Southeast Asia, China, and Japan with emphasis on Vietnam. Notes author as American journalist, critiques brevity and bias, highlights useful bibliography and introductory survey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerrold Schechter
Buddhimn
South-east Asia
China
Japan
Vietnam
Modern Publicity and TV Graphics Compendiums
A double review of Modern Publicity edited by Felix Clik and TV Graphics edited by Walter Horde. Both volumes present international advertising art 1967 68 with extensive illustration and commentary on op art montage and film graphics. They claim to chart the vitality of design influencing advertising, cinema, and television through chapters on revolution entertainment sponsored film and future graphics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
IMTCH
Felix Clik
Studia Viera
Walter Horde
Johr Har
TV Graphs Brass
Zweh. Winn
Toho’ Malis
Singers of Australia book praised for scope and research
A lengthy review lauds Singers of Australia by Barbara and Findlay McKenzie as a well produced comprehensive portrait of Australia’s international vocal figures from Melba to Sutherland. It notes careful sourcing, appendices with competition records, and historical context, while acknowledging minor factual slips and spelling errors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melba
Sutherland
Australia
Findlay
McKenzie
Taree
Nsw
Sydney
City University of New York
Barbara McKenzie
siria_and_ real
Metha
Slietion Te Shuitents
Guildhall School of Music
Taondon
Genenit
Gollen
Dusicallan
America
Ani
Lysler
Armes Bealremt
Aumatia
Campbell
Thi Beaumont
Pasinmin
Clara Serena
Livie Turnshin
Addie Milly
Outhank
Slaraherita Grandi
What's in a name The Penguin Dictionary of Surnames
Basil Cottle surveys the origin of British surnames in aLEX concise guide. It classifies names into four groups based on given names localities occupations and nicknames and contrasts its approach with Reaney and others. The critic notes gaps and strengths, including examples like Smith and Roberts and discusses linguistic shifts across England Scotland Ireland and Wales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbaty
Zouch
Holingbroke
Cadwalader
Bibble
Honeyhun
Ollerenshaw
Adan ‘Adams
Adamson
McAdam
Berwick
Cieninen
Packer
Judge
Garrick
Bo HL Rewmee
Cave
Reaney
Saint Thun
Mae Cotle
Aland
Hector
Coule
Sone
Smith
Scotland
England
Ireland
Cottle
Roberts
Guy
Picture books for the very young by MARY BRENNAN
A review of two Brockhampton picture books for ages four to eight. The Two Giants by Michael Foreman features a vivid fable about quarrel and reconciliation, with bold color illustrations. Sandman in the Lighthouse by Rudi Strahl, translated by Anthea Bell, illustrates a voyage and rescue theme, praised for its vibrant palette and appeal to children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Brennan
Michael Foreman
Brockhampton Press
Sandman
Rudi Strahl
Anthea Bell
Ebehered Binder
John
Aterm
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Cornell
Torquemada
Mrebue
Gollancz
Cordell
Howard Spring
Semallett
Arly Smallett
Red Guard
John Whitwell
Shem
Mei Kayling
Enteasan
Hong Kong
Kwantung
LIS
Falmont
Thiam
Lex Justice
Orquemada Peceme
Spain
Inquirtion
Naleman
Alvero de Rafel
Torquiemada
Alvern
Hom
Mendorn
Rabbi Mondor
Hong Tala
Darrel
Weviamania
Eos Advacatey
Finherrnih
Angus and Robertson
Ong
Teem Ree Ihe
Pyaiewek Heh
Lord
Sir Arthur) Salter
Chin
relary-Gieneril
Meparamons Commission
Ecmotic
League of Nations
the Sithor
ImesLifs Buread
Tokyo
Burie m
Ronald Searle
Sean
John Hales
Reinhoudould
the Voice
le, Hoffmann
Singers OF
Mile
Parkara "Fat "Macken
Iichdowne Press
Price
Eith
Singers of Australia
By Michael Sawer
Penguin Dictionary OF
Basil Cottle
Htpm
Thes
Mebset Foreman
Urther
Royal College
Ice
The
Geers
Denmark
Brian Wildsmith
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