{"title":"David Bennett","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection featuring the insightful works of David Bennett, a distinguished author renowned for his diverse exploration of faith, history, and culture. Bennett’s compelling narratives provide readers with profound insights into influential figures and movements across various domains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eA War of Loves\u003c\/em\u003e, Bennett offers an intimate reflection on personal transformation and the journey of reconciling faith with identity. This thought-provoking memoir invites readers to consider the complex interplay between belief and personal experience, offering a fresh perspective on spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDelve into the captivating world of missionary work with \u003cem\u003eHudson Taylor and China\u003c\/em\u003e. Here, Bennett chronicles the life of Hudson Taylor, whose pioneering efforts in China left an indelible mark on Christian missionary activities. This biography is an enlightening glimpse into the sacrifices and steadfast commitment that characterised Taylor’s endeavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe artistic and cultural flourishing of a bygone era unfolds in \u003cem\u003eThe Age of Grandeur\u003c\/em\u003e. Bennett paints a vivid portrait of this monumental period, capturing the essence of its rich artistic achievements and the societal transformations that defined it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the dynamic life of another transformative figure in \u003cem\u003eWilliam Booth \u0026amp; His Salvation Army\u003c\/em\u003e. Bennett navigates the inspiring journey of William Booth, whose founding of the Salvation Army reshaped approaches to social welfare and spiritual outreach. This biography highlights Booth’s profound impact on society and his enduring legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Bennett’s works offer a captivating blend of biographical insight and cultural exploration, making them essential reading for anyone interested in the interwoven narratives of human experience and historical evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-war-of-loves-by-david-bennett-9780310538103","title":"A War of Loves","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt 14, David Bennett came out to his parents.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt 19, he encountered Jesus Christ.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt that moment, his life changed forever.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a young gay man, David Bennett saw Christianity as an enemy to freedom for LGBTQI people, and his early experiences with prejudice and homophobia led him to become a gay activist. 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This new edition, revised and expanded, sees the authors focus solely on the 19th century, bringing with it over 250 new colour photographs of jewellery from this most celebrated era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaking the reader through the history of jewellery over the decades, we learn how and why particular styles came about and then changed. From Napoleonic classicism and Victorian sentimental and memorial jewellery, through the Romantic era and its penchant for naturalism, the Gothic style and recreation of the Renaissance, and finally, the unique designs of the Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and Arts and Crafts periods, this comprehensive study enlightens and fascinates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith stunning photographs accompanying us on our journey through the decades, creating a rich visual history that brings the text to life, this book remains the essential bible on 19th-century jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/strong\u003e David Bennett is the Worldwide Chairman of Sotheby's International Jewellery Division and the Chairman of Sotheby's Switzerland. He has sold four out of the five most expensive jewels in auction history. Having worked as an auctioneer at the firm since 1978, Bennett is renowned internationally as an authority on jewellery. 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