This England magazine takes readers on an exciting, colourful seasonal journey, with fascinating articles and stunning photography reflecting England's unique heritage, countryside, people and places, both past and present. First launched in 1968, each quarterly edition is edited by Stephen Garnett who captures the true spirit and essence of England. Every issue of This England represents great authoritative and informative writing, distinctively entertaining content and uniquely English points of view.
The Mystery of the Grail: Initiation and Magic in the Quest for the Spirit
In this important study of the meaning of the Grail, one of Europe's greatest esoteric philosophers discloses the pre-Christian and initiatic sources of this symbolic motif that is so central to Western mythology and culture. He demonstrates how the main features of the legend are from an older tradition analogous to the great heroic sagas and cycles of the North, and that the Grail itself is a symbol of initiation.
A compilation of some of the finest inspirational sayings by thought leaders in different fields, from different eras supported by clever illustrations to rekindle your spirit and motivate you to 'keep learning'.
The Jazz Age was a decade of contrasts. While the popular image of the Roaring Twenties—one of a booming economy and carefree cultural excess—captures the general spirit of the times, the reality was far more nuanced and diverse.