Books by Tim Rayborn

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The sky is falling with this complete collection of history's greatest end-of-the-world predictions!Every time you scan the news, it feels as though the world is hurtling toward its end. While no one knows whether that is actually true or not, A History of the End of the World makes it clear that this inclination toward apocalyptic thinking has been present throughout human history, guiding some of its most powerful personages and brightest minds. Paced by frightful prophecies, catastrophic predictions, startling science, suspenseful storytelling, and epic illustrations, A History of the End of the World frames humanity's obsession with the Armageddon like never before, providing valuable insight into our nature.

The turn of the 20th century saw a new interest in English folk song and dance, which in turn inspired the art world. This book focuses on the lives of seven English composers - Ralph Vaughan Williams, Gustav Holst, George Butterworth, Ernest Moeran, Philip Heseltine, Gerald Finzi and Percy Grainger. Each chapter provides historical background and tells the fascinating story of a musical life.

Founded in the early 13th century, the Franciscans and Dominicans seemed a perfect solution to the Church's troubles in confronting rapid changes in society. Yet there were those who were not so enamored of them. In the mid-13th century, writings appeared denouncing and mocking the friars, and calling for their abolition. From harsh theological criticism and outrage at the Inquisition, to vulgar stories and bathroom humor, these are their stories.