Veritas Press Catalog 2008/2009 - (Page 68) N I N T H G R A D E Brightest Heaven of Invention Peter Leithart A Christian guide to six Shakespeare plays. This will act as a guide for most of the recommended Shakespeare. (Henry V, Julius Caesar, Hamlet, Macbeth, The Taming of the Shrew, and Much Ado About Nothing). We would not want to teach Shakes-peare without this book. Soft 286p #110-050 Here I Stand: A Life of Martin Luther Roland Herbert Bainton 8 | Science Exploring Creation with Physical Science Jay L. Wile Recommended to follow the general science course, this course discusses the atmosphere, hydrosphere, weather, structure of the earth, environmentalism, physics of motion, Newton’s Laws, gravity and astrophysics. Myths generated by the hysterical environmentalist movement are addressed. Many hands-on experiments—all use common household chemicals and supplies. There is no math pre-requisite. Student Text Hard 445p #044-060 $65.00 Solutions and Tests Soft 114p #044-061 $20.00 Complete Course CD (student text, solutions and tests, and multi-media material all on CD) $21.00 Considered the most readable biography of Luther in English. A vivid portrait of his unshakable faith that helped begin the Protestant Reformation. This edition showcases intricate woodcuts and engravings enhancing the text, giving a flavor of the era in which Luther lived. Soft 336p #392-020 $15.00 Don Quixote Miguel De Cervantes Originally intended as a skit on traditional popular ballads, this work also parodies the romances of chivalry. As a result, Cervantes produced one of the most entertaining adventure stories of all times and created two of the greatest characters in fiction. Soft 940p #435-310 $12.00 In Freedom’s Cause: A Story of Wallace and Bruce G.A. 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Lewis In only the way Lewis can do, this book is an invaluable tool to the study of Medieval and Romance literature. Fourteen essays deal with Spenser, Dante, Malory, Tasso and Milton, and with such other topics as the medieval talent for reworking old books into something fresh and original. Soft 195p #106-030 $17.99 The Heidelberg Catechism: A Study Guide G.I. Williamson See description on page 59. #040-010 $22.95 Well known for its pastoral language and instruction—it remains one of the best tools for learning what it means to be a Christian. This version includes all 129 questions and answers, clear exposition, and questions for review, study, and discussion. Soft 239p #460-045 Classical Music Start-Up Kit See description on page 64. 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