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Continuous intrigue and deception, plots and counterplots, and complex motivations
Few works by John Webster have survived, but two - The Duchess of Malfiand The White Devil - have been staged frequently in recent decades. Many readers may remember the young John Webster as a darkly comic figure in that delightful 1998 romantic comedy, Shakespeare in Love. In expressing his admiration to Shakespeare for his gruesome play, Titus Andronicus, the boy observes: "I like it when they cut heads off.And when the daughter was mutilated with knives".I laughed with those around me, as I had some inkling of John Webster's dark reputation, but I had not actually read, nor seen a performance of his plays.

Despite Webster's dark and dismal view of human nature, I found The White Devil to be considerably less gruesome than Titus Andronicus and definitely less shocking. There are some poisonings, stabbings, and stranglings, especially in the final act, but what makes Webster's play truly memorable is the continuous intrigue, deceit, and betrayals.

The White Devil has elements of a revenge play, but the motivations of the characters are more varied and complex. In her introduction to the New Mermaids edition, Christina Luckyj illustrates how Webster adapted to the stage an actual murderous event that occurred in Italy some years earlier. Paolo Giordano, Duke of Brachiano, and the beautiful Vittoria Corombona, as well as others in this play are not entirely fictional.

The second act presents the initial murders, the poisoning of Isabella, wife to Brachiano, and the killing of Camillo, husband to Vittoria, in two dumb shows representing conjurer's images of the actual murders. These silent displays are said to have a somewhat haunting impact on the stage.

Despite no evidence of involvement in Camillo's death, Vittoria is placed on trial for her adulterous affair, is found guilty, and confined to a house of convertites, a house of penitent whores. The murder of Camillo and Isabella goes unpunished, although some do suspect the Duke of Brachiano.

Brachiano's chief rival, Francisco De Medici, the Duke of Florence, quietly plots to have Brachiano and his followers killed. He cleverly tricks Brachiano into effecting the escape of Vittoria. The two are quickly married in a lavish ceremony. Soon thereafter Brachiano and Vittoria are excommunicated by the new Pope, the former Cardinal Monticelso, another long time rival of the Brachiano.

Plots and counterplots collide in act five resulting in the deaths of nearly all key characters. Most die loquaciously, expositing on their guilt and thoughts of divine punishment.

The White Devil does not offer the dramatic impact of a Shakespearean tragedy, nor the tight focus characteristic of most Elizabethan revenge plays. This play's fascination is the continuous intrigue and deception, the plots and counterplots, and the complex motivations of Webster's dark characters. Four stars to The White Devil.

The Edgar Alan Poe of Shakespeare'sDay.
For those of you who saw "Shakespeare In Love," you will probably remember John Webster as the 13 year old boy who was obsessed with blood and death. John Webster's plays came out about the time William Shakespeare was putting out his final plays. Hazelton Spencer says this of John Webster: "Even Webster's most lyrical verse is preoccupied with decay and death." But if we are willing to move past this, John Webster's writing is actually quite impressive. Act 1 begins with the banishment of Count Lodovico. Interestingly, Lodovico tells of the evil Bracciano. (Why not? It would seem people of an evil nature would know each other.) And through the testimony of his judges, we are introduced to the evil behind Lodovico. We later meet the diabolical Bracciano himself. He is having an affair with his friend Flamineo's sister Vittoria. Not surprisingly, Vittoria has a nightmare about a massacre. We later see that Cornelia (the mother of Vittoria and Flamineo) does not care for them. In Act 2, we meet the Cardinal. We are allowed to respect him in that he is no flatterer. Webster then shows us the division between the diabolical Bracciano and the at least moderately virtuous Francisco. (Francisco is of course angered that his sister Isabella is being mistreated by her husband Bracciano.) But Bracciano's untainted son Giovanni breaks the tension with some comic relief. With the use of magical images, Bracciano sees his murder plot against his wife Isabella and Vittoria's husband Camillo come to pass. But Lodovico sees the death of Isabella, and he will return before long. Onto Act 3. The Cardinal suspects that Vittoria had something to do with her husband's death. We know that it was not Vittoria's fault, but how sorry can we feel for her? If she was this intimate with the diabolical Bracciano, how ignorant could she have been (unless she was very obtuse) to the evil she submitted herself to? The Cardinal sentences Vittoria to life as a nun. During the trial, Flamineo is frightened that his part in aiding the affair will come out. And Lodovico makes his return. He loved Isabella (even though she would not submit to having an affair with him), and Lodovico will avenge her. (Perhaps Webster was trying to use contrast between Isabella and Vittoria to limit our sympathy to Vittoria.) Onto Act 4. The Cardinal informs Francisco of his sister's murder. Francisco of course wants revenge. While we have no real reason to dislike the Cardinal or see him as a bad person, it is interesting that the Cardinal has a book of criminals. Can we doubt for a moment that Lodovico is listed in it? (But like Shakespeare and Dickens, Webster is really skilled at creating fully 3d characters as opposed to Hollywood heroes and villains.) Isabella's ghost appears to Francisco. (Probably to make sure Francisco will not hesitate in his revenge.) Bracciano and Vittoria meet again, and while Vittoria is reluctant, she and Bracciano marry. Act 4 ends with the Cardinal becoming Pope. After rebuking Lodovico, the Cardinal approves of him joining in Fracisco's revenge. Perhaps here, Webster is pointing out a 'terrible truth' that Hollywood can't figure out. As people, we are not 100 % good or evil. And while the cardinal is a virtuous person, he agrees to the revenge on Bracciano even to the point of employing the evil Lodovico. And while we know Lodovico is evil, we probably will applaud him if he contributes to Bracciano's comeuppance. Onto Act 5. Bracciano and Vittoria marry. Disuised, Francisco finds his way into Bracciano's territory. Well, Fracisco and Lodovico succeed in killing Bracciano. But things are not quite over. Giovanni is sad over his father's death. Vittoria (Bracciano's widow) is in charge for the moment. And Flamineo thinks he can get some money out of his sister. (Why not? He aided her in her affair. Vittoria probably has access to money now.) Bracciano's ghost appears to Flamineo foreshadowing his downfall. Interestingly, in John Webster, ghosts appear to the people who were close to them as opposed to their enemies. The play ends in the massacre of Zanche, Flamineo, and Vittoria by Lodovico. (Undoubtedly, Francisco and Lodovico wanted them dead as well to avenge Isabella.) Giovanni to some extent restores orders and Lodovico tells Giovanni that Francisco was involved. Lodovico can be punished, But what can Giovanni do to his uncle Francisco? Francisco is also a duke. Overall, its a good play, but you do have to have a tolerance for brutal scenes as well as passages preoccupied with death.

Excellent Play
After you read this, read The Duchess of Malfi, considered Webster's masterpiece.You cannot go wrong with the Revels editions of these plays.

Marlowe and Shakespeare's Protege (Corrected)
For those of you who read my reviews and use them to try to understand literature, I owe you an apology. I made a slight error in my review of this, and I will correct it now. For those of you who know me, I cherish the writings of Marlowe, Shakespeare, Milton, Hawthorne, and Dickens. I now have a 6th hero. The opening is quite captivating when through testimony we learn of Lodovico's evil. Webster also grabs our attention with the affair between Vittoria and Bracciano. Despite the questionable qualities of these 2 characters, they are easy to like. He also draws the division between the virtuous Francisco and the ambitious Bracciano well. Cornelia is memorable as the mother who despairs over the actions of her children Flamineo and Vittoria. Isabella is fine as a picture of innocence. The Cardinal is captivating as one of the most careful characters in the play,and we need not be surprised when he gets elected Pope. Bracciano's son Giovanni is drawn well. Through an early appearance, we get a look at his character. We then see him in mourning after he has lost both his parents. Finally, we see him restore order after the massacre has fully unleashed. Lodovico is fine as a picture of ambition. (The mistake I made was that I named Lodovico in the murder of Isabella. He was innocent of her murder. But it is possible to wonder if his affair with her 'Bracciano's wife' triggered Bracciano's affair with Vittoria. Ofcourse, the affair between Bracciano and Vittoria triggers the events of this play.) Webster also offers us horrifying and yet beautiful passages, chilling omens such as the ghosts of Isabella and Bracciano, and pure suspense. My only complaint about this is that Lodovico's delight in his massacre does not mix well with Giovanni's sudden rise to power and his restoration of order. In Marlowe's "Edward II," the 17 year old Edward III fills his enemies with pure terror when he gains control of the situation. Once again, I apologize for my error, and I wish to thank all of you who found my reviews helpful.

Marlowe and Shakespeare's Protege
For those of you familiar with my writing, you know I cherish the works of Marlowe, Shakespeare, Milton, Hawthorne, and Dickens. Well, I now have a 6th favorite. Lodovico is frighteningly demonic. 1st he participates in the murder of Isabella, then he participates in the revenge of Isabella! Poor Isabella is memorable as a picture of innocence. Vittoria is an interesting woman. She is not exactly a picture of innocence, but she does carry herself well, and she faces her death with as much dignity as possible. Webster also draws the dissension between Francisco and Bracciano well. Bracciano is captivating with all of his ambition. Francisco is memorable as the good and decent man prompted to fury by the death of his innocent sister. The harsh tones between Cornelia and her son Flamineo are dramatic. Bracciano's son Giovanni is well drawn. First he is an innocent young man, but his lines reveal his good character. Then we see him after he has lost both his parents. Finally, he flips the tables on everyone and restores order. Cardinal Monticelso is also captivating. He is a very careful character who probes the situations without losing his sense of reason. And we need not be surprised when this careful character is promoted to Pope Paul IV. What's left? Only striking images, only well constructed passages, only pure terror side by side with beauty etc. My only complaint about this play is that Webster combines 2 wonderful final touches that would be wonderful by themselves, but do not combine well (in my opinion). Lodovico's delight in his massacre does not (in my opinion) mix well with Giovanni's sudden rise to power and his sudden crush of the situation. In my opinion what makes Edward III's restoration to order in Marlowe's "Edward II" so dramatic is the pure terror the 17 year old king instills in his enemies. At this point, I would like to thank all of you who found my reviews helpful. ... Read more

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This book is more of a reference book, not a textbook!
This book is more of a reference book, not a textbook! Although it contains some vital information it is a very poor textbook, although the cover is nice and attractive. Don't be fooled!

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Required text for a class
It's not bad. Extremely detailed and really does a good job explaining how medical devices work, but its not up to date. Most references for the chapters are from the 1960s/70s, which is good because it references the original work. I think an updated version would helpful.

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I ordered the thrid edition, hardcover version of this book, I got the India edition of the book.It is page for page the same as the hardcover book, it is just cheaper qaulity.The pages are falling out of the binding and they easily rip.

The contents of the book are actually pretty cool.As far as engineering textbooks go, it is not that bad.Just make sure you are getting what you paid for.

This book is just a big table of contents
The book scans through many topics related to Bomedical Instrumentation. It gives you just a general idea of what this is about, but if you want to get serious details about anything mentioned, you will need a second source for everything, as nothing is explained or treated in enough detail. Wikipedia is more informative than this book for many of the topics.
For example, the chapter about operational amplifiers is just a useless list of what the amps can do, but nothing really useful and complete on how to use them. The chapter about biopotentials is a bit better, though incomplete. The description of electrodes is incomplete. You just get a huge list of articles you should read to really learn something out of your time and effort.
For the amount of topics it pretends to cover and the thin detail offererd, this book seems like a big table of contents to me, not a reference at all. I don't know of a better book on Biomed Instrumentation, though. I should write one =) ... Read more

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John Webster was a radically and creatively experimental dramatist. This volume offers his two great Jacobean tragedies, The White Devil and The Duchess of Malfi, together with his brilliant tragicomedy, The Devil's Law-Case, and the comedy written with William Rowley, A Cure for a Cuckold. The texts of the plays have been newly edited and are presented with modernized spelling and punctuation. ... Read more

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What is behind all those mushrooms and toadstools?
Introduction to Fungi
I haven't read much scientific literature on fungi after my PhD in 1976. This book is for me a very good re-introduction in this field of science. The third edition appeared in 2006, 27 years after the second edition. Many things have changed in the field of mycology in this period: the introduction of DNA-techniques formed a major break-through in the identification of fungal mycelium and the relationship between mycelium and fruiting bodies like mushrooms, toadstools, puff balls, wood crusts, lichens etc. At the same time DNA has introduced completely new views on the taxonomy, filogeny and evolution of fungi.
All these new views are combined in this book with the classic knowledge about fungi, based on light and electron microscope observations, biochemical studies and biological and ecological aspacts. The authors have succeeded in a presentation of the huge material in an attractive way, with numerous drawings and photographs, including 12 full color plates.
The book is an excellent starting point for deep specialisation in all aspects of mycology: the text counts for about 700 pages, followed by 120 pages of references to original literature and a subject index of 25 pages. ... Read more

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The Measurement Instrumentation and Sensors Handbook describes the use of instruments and techniques for practical measurements required in engineering, physics, chemistry, and the life sciences.The book examines:oSensorsoHardwareoSoftwareoTechniquesoInformation processing systemsoAutomatic data acquisitionoReduction and analysis as well as their incorporation for control purposesOrganized according to the measurement problem, each section addresses the different ways of making a measurement for a given variable. Chapters present information on three levels:oBasic information without equations and a description of the subject that can be understood by the newcomeroDetailed text and mathematical treatment essential fordiscovering applications and solving problems outside one's field of specialtyoAdvanced applications of the subject, evaluative opinions, and areas for future studyThe Measurement, Instrumentation and Sensors Handbook provides a graded level of difficulty from start to finish, serving the reference needs of the broadest group of readers. Edited by one of the more noted instrumentation experts in the world, the book contains nearly 150 contributions, covering all aspects on the design and implementation of various instrumentation. ... Read more

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The Measurement, Instrumentation and Sensors Handbook
Great book. Well organized and to the point. No useless theory cluttering up the technical material. Very useful.

An opus work on the operation and application of sensors
This unwieldy tome is a great book on just about every kind of sensor you could think of. It is an edited work, and consists of over 100 chapters/articles written by different groups of individuals. In spite of that, the book has a good logical flow.

Part one is on measurement and instrumentation in general. It discusses the desirable characteristics, operational modes, accuracy, and standards of instrumentation in general.

The next ten sections discuss specific classes of sensors, their operation, applicable mathematical equations, and typical configuration/circuits needed for their use. The sensors are broken down into those that measure spatial variables, time and frequency, solid mechanical variables, fluid mechanical variables, thermal mechanical variables, electromagnetic variables, optical variables, radiation, chemical variables, and finally biomedical variables. It would probably be very difficult for any one person to understand all of these sections, as specific sections require a basic knowledge of specific disciplines, but the language is very accessible and the content very interesting. Each article contains an extensive bibliography and list of reference articles where more information can be obtained.

The next section is about signal processing. This covers everything from A/D conversion to the mathematics of analog and digital signal processing. There are plenty of circuits shown and even some worked out examples on how to design filters with certain given characteristics. This is very accessible to anyone with a background in signals and systems.

Next is a less mentally taxing section on displays. There is some history of each device, theory of operation, and advice on the most suitable environment for each type of display device, as well as interfacing information.

The final section is a brief one on control. This section seemed rather rushed and really didn't do a very good job of explaining control systems compared to the high quality of the rest of the book.

Of all the books I've owned or read on the subject of sensors, this one has the best combination of device physics, theory of operation, application circuitry, signal processing, and applicable mathematics. I highly recommend this book to any scientist who needs to learn about specific sensors and anything related to their operation, control, and possible interfaces.

Magnificent collection of material
This book is one of the best book covering measurement and sensors. The book cover almost any sensor you think of, describe it function (the background physics) and then explain how it work with some application in software. Thisbook must have for any one working with sensor (engineers,physicist...). the book start explaining it material assuming no priorknowledge for the reader which make it much easier and easy to follow up,start from simple point to explain and then get more complicated withmathematics applied for that particular sensor. I have a degree on physicsand I believe this book is a good reference even in physics and I enjoythis book so much. It is a lot fun to read for professional or even for anyreader. Any time I was searching for more information about specific sensorthis book never turn me down. In short it's on of the greatest book Ibought and I don't mind paying it's price because it worth every penny. ... Read more

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The plays of John Webster are read and seen more widely today than at any time since they were written - provoking much disagreement in the process. The continuing debate about his political, religious and philosophical attitudes, his formal skills and the importance of his plays for understanding the changing culture in which they were written, make Webster the most controversial of all Jacobean dramatists. This volume includes freshly collated, fully annotated and cross-referenced texts of his three best-known plays, together with introductions and a useful critical bibliography. ... Read more

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A world-renowned theologian here offers a succinct account of a central yet neglected theme in Christian teaching — the holiness of God.

Integrating biblical studies, theology, and practical application, John Webster provides a thoroughgoing trinitarian understanding of God's holiness with highly relevant results. According to Webster, God's holiness is known not in his simple transcendence but in his gracious and free relationship to his people. Such holiness finds an echo in the holiness of the Christian community, especially in worship and witness, and in the life of the individual disciple.

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Masterful and Edifying
At present, I'm a third year Wheaton College student majoring in Theology.

Anyone familiar with John Webster knows to expect clarity and powerful insights. I bought this book searching for meaning in the Christian truth of God's holiness. I bought it looking to grow. I confess that I bought it seeking a pastor for an author. Webster introduces his book saying that this book is not meant to be pastoral but scholarly. Of all that I've read of Webster, this is the first time I can say I think that he is wrong! The book has had significant impact on my life. His delivery is broken down into accessible portions and his content is, as always, insightful, challenging and edifying. His final chapter on the holiness of the Christian has had great impact on me, even though it is meant to be part of a scholarly discourse. Anyone looking for a stronger grasp on the sometimes elusive issues of the holiness of Scripture, of God, of the Church, and of the Christian will want to have consulted one of the best theologians of our day: Webster meets those needs for both the scholar and the supplicant.

A solid systematic treatment of a neglected doctrine
This is a book of considerable depth despite being only one hundred pages long. Systematic theologians have not always been strong on the doctrine of holiness so Webster's contribution is very welcome. This is "confessional" theology, confident in God's Trinitarian self-revelation. It bears the characteristically Reformed and Barthian emphasis on what is usually called "positional holiness" and also shares Barth's nervousness about the piety of the sanctified. Though its dominant note is positional holiness it avoids any antinomian implication by stressing the genuine godliness of the elect. As well as covering the Holiness of God, the Holiness of the Church and the Holiness of the Believer, perhaps the most fascinating chapter is the first on the Holiness of Theology itself. It will need to be read slowly, carefully, and thoughtfully, but this book makes a great contribution to contemporary discussion on the doctrine of holiness and is highly recommended.

A holy task
John Webster believes that theology is an office of the church.Theology is not, for Webster as for many modern theologians, a dispassionate and removed intellectual exercise; it is also not merely descriptive and emotive statements without reasonable methodology and content.Theology's task is to understand God's creation in certain contexts for certain purposes, and for that reason, it belongs to the people of God.

However, Webster sets himself apart from much of current theological processes by focusing not on the conversational/correlative or the comparative, but on the dogmatic development within the guidelines of the church and the church's text, the Bible.To this extent, some theologians and Christians in the mainline may find the text difficult and narrow.On the other hand, it is worthwhile to follow the development, as Webster describes, more intensive before it becomes extensive.(One might say here it gets deeper rather than wider.)

The main task for this short series of essays is to look at the ideas of holiness at relating to God, church, Christians, and the theological task itself.It starts off with certain presumptions which it takes as axioms and does not try to prove -- God exists, the Bible is the word of God, God's being is Trinitarian, etc.This is a fairly standard litany of orthodox Christian beliefs, so there is not a great stretch.Webster looks at the dogmatic content -- this is not metaphysics or pastoral, mystical or moralistic (although at certain points in any theology, and this is no different, there will be points that touch on these aspects).

Webster begins with a chapter on method, looking at the different aspects and relationships of Christian theology.Perhaps in his most telling statement, Webster sets the theological stage as the place where reason is called before God, rather than the other way round.Theology is communal, prayerful, and above all confessional.Webster also has at the conclusion of this chapter a litany of that which theology is not:it is not a means of grace, it is not a sacrament, etc.There is much to argue against here, in the final paragraph of this section -- he makes the statement that 'Theology is not inspired', which I would argue strongly against; not knowing his operative definitions, however, I hesitate to offer a criticism, as we might be talking at cross-purposes.

The following chapters look at content -- the holiness of God, Church, and the Christian.Using the ideas developed in the first chapter, and drawing on materialfrom the Bible and the church, Webster sets out ways to consider holiness.Holiness is a relationship with God that can be communal or individual.In his conclusion, Webster looks at different theories of identity and self, and draws the conclusion that both the church and society need conversion that is unlikely to come through any form of rational, intellectual efforts, but through prayer and the type of conversion of life more akin to monastic visions.

Those who appreciate Karl Barth will likely find things of interest and value here. There are portions of this text that go beyond 'easy' theology -- there is a presumption of a high degree of theological and philosophical sophistication (digressions about Schleiermacher's heirs going from the 'cautiously referential' to 'nominalist' and 'sceptical', among other sidelines, references and digressions, show this).This is also a topic for a narrow audience; the development of the theme is interesting and useful, but given its limitations, will likely not be useful outside formal theological circles.

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A Must Read!
Doing some research I ran across a footnote on John Webster. The work looked interesting so I picked it up from the library. It was impossible to put down and I found myself wanting to make notations in the margin, so I bought my own copy. The essays on the Incarnation, Conscience, Ethics and Reconciliation are excellent. Webster writes, in my estimation, with a great deal of clarity. Theological tomes are generally not known for their readability-this work may be the exception. ... Read more

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TOTALLY AWESOME REVELATION!
LET ME JUST SAY THAT THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ! I AM A PROPHETIC MINISTER,AND THIS ANSWERED MANY OF MY QUESTIONS THAT I WAS WONDERING ABOUT WITH HEARING GOD'S VOICE.I HAVE READ MANY BOOKS ON THE PROPHETIC AND HEARING GOD'S VOICE,AND THIS WAS BY FAR THE BEST!!!! THIS WILL RADICALLY CHANGE YOUR CHRISTIAN LIFE - SO MUCH GOOD REVELATION IN THIS BOOK! GOD BLESS!

The Voice: Hearing God's Voice With Clarity, Consistency And Confidence
Very clear book with tools for seriously hearing the voice of God.Highlighted excellent ways of identifying the voice of God and using this to make day-to-day decisions practical.

Ears to Hear!
I read this book in order to get additional input so as to teach the youth Suanday School....teens.I just finished John Paul Jackson's course on The Art of Hearing God and I found this book to be an excellent compliment to the course.While the course is quite pricey, this book addresses the very basics in the different ways we hear from our Lord and addresses the different things that can hinder us from hearing.This is a great book for anyone just getting started in the prophetic or for anyone that wants to be more intimate with Him!

Life Changing Revelation!
Knowing that *I* was made to hear the voice of God was a life changing revelation for me!I have been religious in attending church for many years, and it was only until I came to know and hear the voice of God did I realize that He *wants* a personal relationship with His children - ME! Before that, I thought of God as some distant entity that got credit for creating the universe.I didn't really think about His involvement in our lives today.I never even read my bible all those years.

I have now gone from a religous experience in church to a personal relationship with my Lord and Saviour.This has changed my life!

John Webster's writing style is exciting and easy to read, and I highly recommend this book!

Excellent Book
The Voice is a well written guide to hearing God's voice.It is a simple read that is rich in content.This book should be read more than one time to appreciate all its knowledge.The author expounds on many sound Biblical truths to convince all that we are created to hear the voice of God.If you are interested in increasing communication with God, this is the book for you.I highly recommend it. ... Read more

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John Webster argues that, whereas any understanding of scripture must be subject to appropriate textual and historical interrogation, it is also necessary to acknowledge the special character of scriptural writing. His book strongly reaffirms that the triune God is at the core of a scripture-based Christianity. Written with intellectual enthusiasm by a theologian who understands the currents of modern secular thought, the volume develops a constructive position on biblical authority. ... Read more

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Haven't Read Much Of It Yet
Everything was good in ordering and receiving this book.I haven't read much of it yet, so I don't have much input yet.

Outstanding book
A professor once told me, "John Webster does not waste his words."That is certainly the case in this book.While subtitled a "sketch", and only consisting of 137 pgs of text, this is one of the "meatiest" theological works I have read in a long time.It was a difficult read, yet not in the sense that I couldn't understand it, but because Webster is packs in important theological points in every paragraph.It's as though you're in a lecture and the professor says, "If you doze off for even 10 seconds in the next 20 minutes then you will miss the overall point!"At the same time, I have read 4-500 pg books that ultimately say less than Webster did in just over 100 pages.I could certainly re-read this book over the next few years and continue to benefit from it.Webster is an excellent theologian who does first-rate theology with a genuine concern for the church and discipleship in the midst of his discussion of Holy Scripture in light of the Trinity.Other reviewers here have outlined and summarized the book, and so I will not repeat what they have said.Nevertheless, while the reading may be slow, the reward is great.I highly recommend this book to those interested in understand what Holy Scripture is (or even those interested in how to do good theology).

read this book on-line
Since I needed to read this book before it arrived (I live overseas), I paid extra to read it full text online.It is not a smooth process.Slow and sometimes the pages do not load right away.Must be a better way.I think I would enjoy the book more in print and after discussing it in class, I plan to go back to it now.

Brilliant, engaging, and inspired
This little book is not a light read. Webster writes at a high level of discourse and assumes the reader is familiar with theological terms and developments. As a masters level student, I read this at the tail end of my first year and still felt I was only grazing the surface. Webster is particular with his word usage, serving the purpose of delivering a very punctual, direct message.He uses terms that require industry specific familiarity, nearly to the scholar's level.It is not enough to look up the unfamiliar words in a dictionary, as the words are nuanced according to current-day use.
That said, John Webster was certainly targeting his scholarly peers with this book. It is fascinating and brilliant. He addresses the both the liberal and fundamentalist position over scripture as arrogant and overstepping the authority given to the church by God. The main thrust is that the church should come before God on its knees in humility, instead of "lording" over the Scriptures. The church should not act like God, thus "limiting" God. It should not claim to know things it can not know. The church should not worship its own authority, but allow God to continually make and rebreak it, to continue to allow God's truth to speak... Jesus upholds the church, just as he upholds the individual believer. The church never "arrives", never has it all figured out. God's revelation has not stopped. The Scriptures are not God's Word without the Holy Spirit. Otherwise, it is just a book. The Holy Spirit is required for truth from the Scriptures to be grasped. This is because God's revelation is being continually revealed to us. The Scriptures are living and breathing and powerful because of the HS. We should be open to God's leading. We can not read the Bible and force our interpretation on the Bible. Instead, we should approach it with humility before God and wait for him to reveal it to us. We should maintain our understanding of it in humility. Neither the individual nor the church is ever an authority over the Scriptures. The Scriptures are in continued authority over the church, and with the HS will reshape the church over and over, perserving truth. This is much like how walking with God is a faith proposition. To try to define it and box it up, or to create a list of rules and say "this is walking with God" is to miss the point. The church must do the very same thing with regard to the scriptures.

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I really should downgrade the original 2-star rating as per my former comment below. But I'll leave it.

I quit trying to read this book. I have offered it to a Pastor friend of mine with the challenge of reading AND understanding what it is that Webster is attempting to say. And I say, 'happy trails'. Not me. Waste of my money and time.

My 2-star rating was simply a preliminary to approach my comment.

Although I am only 20 or so pages into this book I am already disconcerted. I have had to re-read passages to attempt to grasp Webster's point.

What is the point of phrasing a book in such a way that it is severely restrictive in readership. Already, before even touching on content, the application is narrowed, for not many can go there. It requires a highfalutin vocabulary, probably available only to graduate and post-graduate theological/philosophical minds.

I have read 'theological' books for some time, and enjoy (and am quite interested in, from a 'what's going on?' perspective) the current discussions on interpreting Scripture. Webster's approach, according to the write-up, was particularly attractive to me, as I stand squarely on the Divine source and His intention to be understood at all levels.

I will wade through this one for that reason. But .. wow! ... Read more

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Adventure on a Large Canvas: South Africa
This novel, set more than a century ago in backwater South Africa, is the great grandfather of today's thrillers.Buchan, who perfected the form in "The 39 Steps" some years later, gives his young hero plenty to do in sussing out and confronting a massive uprising by tribesmen who wish to slaughter all the white settlers for a hundred miles around.The writing is smooth and the situations are generally believable, though modern readers will have to forgive Buchan for some racist sentiments completely common at the time.Both black and white characters are compellingly and sympathetically drawn, though, so there's no reason to apologize for the book.Read it and be taken back to another time and another place, and imagine how Hollywood would produce this today-- it feels totally contemporary in terms of its "Indiana Jones" adventure plot.Enjoy!(Note: This book is available in its entirety online.) ... Read more

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The book may have numerous typos or missing text. It is not illustrated or indexed. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website. You can also preview the book there.Purchasers are also entitled to a trial membership in the publisher's book club where they can select from more than a million books for free.Volume: 2 Original Publisher: J. Smith Publication date: 1857Subjects: Drama / General; Drama / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh; Drama / Shakespeare; History / General; Literary Criticism / Drama ... Read more

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This is the third and final volume of the Cambridge edition of the works of John Webster. It contains the final complete play in the edition, the City comedy Anything for a Quiet Life, as well as Webster's spectacular Lord Mayor's pageant Monuments of Honour and his Induction and additions to John Marston's The Malcontent. Webster's non-dramatic work is also included: the deeply felt verse elegy to Prince Henry entitled A Monumental Column, his various shorter poems, including verses for the engraving of The Progeny of ... Prince James, and the thirty-two New Characters added to the sixth edition of Sir Thomas Overbury's Characters. This Cambridge critical edition preserves the original spelling of all the plays, poetry and prose, and incorporates the most recent editorial scholarship, including valuable information on Webster's share in the collaborative plays, and new critical methods and textual theory. ... Read more

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