New Releases by Jeffrey Burton

In the vein of I Wheelie Love You, this sweet lovey-dovey board book celebrates the love between parents and children with a patriotic twist! Hey there, little stars and stripes. I’ll fly by your side every day. One of a kind, ready to cheer, you’re the float in my parade! Josh Cleland’s sweetly playful illustrations pair perfectly with punny text to create the ultimate summer funfest in the USA! From parades to floats, flags to jets, and ice cream stretching from sea to shining sea, this book is perfect for those who want to celebrate all things Americana

Calling all turkeys to the starting line for this hilarious rhyming Thanksgiving board book with crinkly plush legs! Gobble, gobble! The Turkey Trot has finally arrived. Which turkey will win the big race? Here’s a chance for all to try! The time has come for the Turkey Trot, the ultimate Thanksgiving race. Young readers can help each turkey speed toward victory by wiggling the crinkly plush legs at the bottom of the book and discover what prize awaits at the finish line!

From rocking in chairs, to singing lullabies, to driving nowhere underneath the moonlight, this is a story to remind parents of the precious magic made in the late hours of the night with their little night owls.

"In small towns, backyards are endless and full of wonder, good smells drift from kitchens, grills are heating up, and friends wait at the front door to find out if you can come out to play"--

In the ultimate seasonal showdown, Apple and Pumpkin take turns making the case for which of them is the the favorite fall treat.

Dissent and Reform in the Early Middle Ages explores the complex relationship between orthodoxy and heresy, focusing on the ways in which dissent shaped the religious and intellectual landscape of medieval Europe. The book examines key moments in the early Middle Ages, such as the trial and execution of Ramihrd in 1077, to demonstrate the brutal repression faced by those who deviated from accepted Catholic teachings. By tracing the motivations behind dissent, whether rooted in reform, moral critique, or intellectual independence, the author sheds light on how both heretics and the Church viewed the tensions between right belief and right conduct. Dissenters, despite often facing violent repression, were frequently driven by a deep moral or spiritual commitment, challenging the orthodoxy that sought to maintain control over religious thought and practice. This study offers a historical perspective on how dissent was not only an opposition to Church authority but also an integral part of the medieval intellectual and social fabric. The book also delves into the different types of dissent that emerged during this period, such as Reformists, Eccentrics, and Catharists, each of whom presented alternative theological or moral viewpoints that threatened the Church’s established doctrines. The term heretic is interrogated within the historical and political context of the time, as dissent was often seen as a moral or social threat rather than purely a theological deviation. By identifying the various movements of dissent and reform, the study connects these figures and their beliefs to broader changes in medieval thought and society, highlighting the ways in which nonconformity both challenged and contributed to the development of Christian doctrine. Through this lens, the book examines the intersection of faith, power, and intellectual inquiry in shaping medieval Christianity, offering insight into the pivotal role that dissent played in the evolution of Western religious and cultural history. This title is part of UC Press''s Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1965.

"Celebrate Chanukah with five little dreidels spinning all around in this festive twist on the classic ''Five Little Monkeys'' song!" --

This tender novelty board book shines a light on all the ways a parent’s love for their children grows more and more each day. My heart used to beat for one, now it beats for two. But oh how giant my heart grows all because of you. A parent’s love for their child grows daily, always in new and unexpected ways: through making mistakes, through asking why, through taking a stand, through making up your mind. With a die-cut heart that gets bigger and bigger on every spread, each turning page expands the love that’s shared.

This sparkling mermaid board book is a magical ocean twist on the popular bedtime lullaby, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star!” Twinkle, Twinkle, Mermaid Blue How the ocean sways with you A charming mermaid twist on the popular bedtime nursery rhyme, Twinkle, Twinkle, Mermaid Blue is the sixth board book in the Twinkle, Twinkle series that’s perfect for parents and little ones to snuggle up and share.

This sparkling shark-tastic board book is a deep-sea twist on the popular bedtime lullaby, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star!” Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Shark Swimming deep down in the dark An adventurous twist on the popular bedtime nursery rhyme, Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Shark is the fifth board book in the Twinkle, Twinkle series that’s perfect for parents and little ones to snuggle up and share.

From the author of the beloved Itsy Bitsy board book series comes a construction site adventure all about construction vehicles. An action-packed yet adorable story, The Wheels on the Dump Truck is the third book in a new series that is perfect for parents and little ones who love things that go. Follow dump trucks, bulldozers, excavators, and more as cute animal workers build, build, build!

Snowy-cadabra! Can you pull a snowman out of this magical lift-the-flap book? Everyone loves winter, when snow drifts this way and that, Now can you pull a snowman out of this magic hat? This shaped novelty book is a magical lift-the-flap adventure full of wacky wintery spells! Little ones will love lifting the flaps after saying each magic word to see if the spell worked. From a handful of carrots, to buttons, to three pieces of coal, the magic trick goes on until… Blizzard, lizard, wizard, whoa…we meet a person made of snow!

A joyous Christmas nativity twist on the popular nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider!” The itsy bitsy angel sang joy to the world, sending good will to every boy and girl. Out came a Star to chase the clouds away, and three wisemen looked up and let the Star guide their way. The itsy bitsy angel is ready to rejoice with every boy and girl. Little ones will love this first Christmas twist on the classic nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider.”

This sparkling fairy board book is a magical twist on the popular bedtime lullaby, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star!” Twinkle, twinkle, fairy friend, Let’s go out and play pretend. Shimmer wings that fly so high. Sparkle magic in the sky. A magical twist on the popular bedtime nursery rhyme, Twinkle, Twinkle, Fairy Friend is the third board book in a series that is perfect for parents and little ones to snuggle up with and share.

All the known theories and incidents of witchcraft in Western Europe from the fifth to the fifteenth century are brilliantly set forth in this engaging and comprehensive history. Building on a foundation of newly discovered primary sources and recent secondary interpretations, Jeffrey Burton Russell first establishes the facts and then explains the phenomenon of witchcraft in terms of its social and religious environment, particularly in relation to medieval heresies. Russell treats European witchcraft as a product of Christianity, grounded in heresy more than in the magic and sorcery that have existed in other societies. Skillfully blending narration with analysis, he shows how social and religious changes nourished the spread of witchcraft until large portions of medieval Europe were in its grip, "from the most illiterate peasant to the most skilled philosopher or scientist." A significant chapter in the history of ideas and their repression is illuminated by this book. Our enduring fascination with the occult gives the author''s affirmation that witchcraft arises at times and in areas afflicted with social tensions a special quality of immediacy.

From the author of the beloved Itsy Bitsy board book series comes a fire fighting adventure all about fire trucks. An action-packed yet adorable story, The Wheels on the Fire Truck is the first book in a new series that is perfect for parents and little ones who love things that go. Follow the fire truck around town as cuddly animal firefighters run the siren, hold on tight, and save the day!

This shiny board book is a magical twist on the popular bedtime lullaby, “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star!” Twinkle, twinkle, unicorn, sparkle with your magic horn. Leaping over clouds so high, like a diamond in the sky. A magical twist on the popular bedtime nursery rhyme, Twinkle, Twinkle, Unicorn is the first book in a brand-new board book series that’s perfect for parents and little ones to snuggle up with and share.

An adorable Valentine’s Day twist on the popular nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider!” The itsy bitsy sweetheart was loveable and kind, Drawing new cards for his friends and Valentines! Out came the markers, paints, and sticky glue, The itsy bitsy sweetheart had lots of work to do! The itsy bitsy sweetheart spreads holiday cheer as she makes Valentine’s Day cards for her family and friends! Little ones will love this sweet twist on the classic nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider.”

A fun and playful back-to-school twist on the popular nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”! The itsy bitsy school bus was ready for the day. Backpack was full with lunch and books, hooray! Dropped off at school, it was time to learn and play, The teacher said, “Hello, nice to meet you all today.” The itsy bitsy school bus is ready for the first day of school! Whether it’s a first day to Pre-K or back-to-school, little ones are sure to love this classroom twist on the classic nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”!

A magical St. Patrick’s Day twist on the popular nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider!” The itsy bitsy leprechaun was hiding pots of gold. Down came a rainbow, colorful and bold, Out came his friends and they all began to look, For the perfect four leaf clover hidden in this book! The itsy bitsy leprechaun is ready for a St. Patrick’s Day adventure as he searches for a lucky four-leaf clover. Little ones will love this magical twist on the classic nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider!”

The third book in this series pairs hilarious animal photographs with irreverent, goofy memes that are sure to give kids and parents laughing fits. Full color. 6 1/2 x 6 1/2.

Keep the giggles going in the second title of the Laugh Out Loud series, More Kitten Around. A family-friendly joke book, Laugh Out Loud More Kitten Around uses hilarious photographs to create irreverent, goofy memes that will give kids and parents laughing fits. Filled with uppity cats and silly critters who really know how to monkey around, More Kitten Around is a totally wacky way to get big laughs. Warning: Side-effects may include doggy smiles, goat grins, cheetah chuckles, yak yuks, and all-around major cat-titude.

Laugh out loud with this irresistible family-friendly meme joke book perfect for kids and parents alike! Using hilarious photographs and irreverent laugh-out-loud memes, Laugh Out Loud Animals is a family-friendly, goofy book perfect for young jokesters. Filled with over 200 pages of hilarious animal photographs, Laugh Out Loud Animals is a meme-style joke book that double-dog dares readers not to crack up. From snarky cats to laughing llamas to monkeys who really know how to monkey around, this first title in a brand-new series is a totally wacky way to tell jokes that’s perfect for anyone who loves to laugh. Warning: Side-effects may include giggles, guffaws, chuckles, snorts, chortles, and possible milk-through-the-nose laughter.

A fun and playful springtime twist on the popular nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”! The itsy bitsy duckling swam in the waterway. Down came the rain and chased the snow away. Out came the sun as birds began to sing. The cold winter was over. At long last it was spring! The itsy bitsy duckling is ready for springtime as the other animals wake up from their long winter naps.

Using rhyming text and computer technology references, animals express their love for their children.

A merry Christmas twist on the favorite nursery rhyme “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”! The itsy bitsy reindeer worked up in Santa’s shop, helping the elves to do their Christmas job. Building the toys and singing songs of joy, as they wrapped all of the presents for every girl and boy. The itsy bitsy reindeer spreads holiday cheer as he helps Santa’s Workshop get ready for Christmas. Little ones will love this fresh holiday spin on the classic nursery rhyme, “The Itsy Bitsy Spider”!

The itsy bitsy pilgrim is ready to share the first Thanksgiving with new friends.

Welcome to food truck central! Sit down and fasten your S-EAT belt for dinner in this lift-the-flap story about food, trucks, and cooking from around the world!

The Devil, Satan, Lucifer, Mephistopheles - throughout history the Prince of Darkness, the Western world''s most powerful symbol of evil, has taken many names and shapes. Jeffrey Burton Russell here chronicles the remarkable story of the Devil from antiquity to the present. While recounting how past generations have personified evil, he deepens our understanding of the ways in which people have dealt with the enduring problem of radical evil.After a compelling essay on the nature of evil, Russell uncovers the origins of the concept of the Devil in various early cultures and then traces its evolution in Western thought from the time of the ancient Hebrews through the first centuries of the Christian era. Next he turns to the medieval view of the Devil, focusing on images found in folklore, scholastic thought, art, literature, mysticism, and witchcraft. Finally, he follows the Devil into our own era, where he draws on examples from theology, philosophy, art, literature, and popular culture to describe the great changes in this traditional notion of evil brought about by the intellectual and cultural developments of modern times.Is the Devil an outmoded superstition, as most educated people today believe? Or do the horrors of the twentieth century and the specter of nuclear war make all too clear the continuing need for some vital symbol of radical evil? A single-volume distillation of Russell''s epic tetralogy on the nature and personifcation of evil from ancient times to the present (published by Cornell University Press between 1977 and 1986), The Prince of Darkness invites readers to confront these and other critical questions as they explore the past faces of that figure who has been called the second most famous personage in Christianity.