JOHN TAYLOR

In "Items on the Priesthood, presented to the Latter-day Saints," John Taylor, a prominent early leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, addresses the theological and practical implications of priesthood within the context of the Latter-day Saint movement. Through a series of insightful essays and reflections, Taylor combines doctrinal exposition with a pastoral tone, emphasizing the importance of priesthood authority, its divine origin, and its role in the spiritual governance of the church. Stylistically, the book weaves together scriptural exegesis and personal conviction, set against the backdrop of 19th-century America, a time marked by religious fervor and revivalism, ultimately asserting the priesthoods centrality in the faith and practice of its adherents. John Taylor, who later became the third president of the LDS Church, was deeply influenced by his own journey of faith and leadership, experiencing firsthand the challenges and triumphs of guiding a growing religious community. His positions and teachings often reflect his commitment to restoring what he perceived as the original order of ChristAos church, infusing his writings with a sense of urgency and devotion aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of priesthood among Latter-day Saints. This book is essential reading for those looking to explore the foundations of priesthood in Latter-day Saint theology. TaylorAos eloquent articulation of these principles makes the content accessible to both scholars and lay readers alike, inviting deeper contemplation of spiritual authority and its implications within contemporary faith communities.

In "The Pennyles Pilgrimage," John Taylor offers a rich tapestry of early 17th-century satire, blending humor with a critical exploration of societal norms. Utilizing a first-person narrative, Taylor chronicles his comically disastrous journey to the Holy Land, infused with a biting critique of the aspirations and hypocrisies of his contemporaries. The text serves both as a travel narrative and a social commentary, reflecting the tensions of a burgeoning capitalist society while employing Taylors distinctive use of wit and wordplay that thrives on puns and pithy observations. John Taylor, often referred to as the Water Poet, was a prolific figure in the English literary scene, whose diverse experiences as a waterman, poet, and pamphleteer significantly informed his work. His keen observations of London life and its various social strata, along with his own travels, reveal a deep engagement with the struggles of his age, driving him to craft this mock-epic pilgrimage. His writings often reflect a desire to expose folly and human pretension, making "The Pennyles Pilgrimage" an emblematic representation of his literary preoccupations. Readers looking for an incisive blend of humor, insight, and historical context will find "The Pennyles Pilgrimage" an engaging and thought-provoking read. Taylors unique narrative style not only entertains but also prompts reflection on the human condition, making this text a valuable addition to both literary and historical studies. It invites both scholars and general readers alike to experience the richness of early modern satire and its enduring relevance.

A series of 10 lectures on various aspects of Cognitive Linguistics as these relate to matters of language teaching and learning. Topics addressed include the role of categorization, the nature of rules, the encyclopaedic scope of semantics, spatial expressions, metaphor and metonymy, nouns and nominals, tense and aspect, and the theoretical status of the phoneme.