Vocation of a Gadfly - sequel to Brushstrokes of a Gadfly, 2018
Some white collar jobs are more difficult than others - especially when all Hell is pitched again... more Some white collar jobs are more difficult than others - especially when all Hell is pitched against you.
After the night of the horrific accident, everyone's lives have been turned upside down. With his brother in a coma and his inexperienced little sister asked to take her place at Reinold International Shipping Enterprises, Monsignor Peter Reinold is granted rare permission from the archbishop to do the unorthodox and temporarily return to his former executive life in the world to help the family through this tragic time. For charity's sake he agrees to keep things running until she finds her feet, ever wary of the dangerous surroundings he is about to enter, for an old flame is only waiting for such an opportunity and will do everything to snare him back.
Faced with smouldering temptations, Peter soon finds another battle lies in store when an unusual case is brought before him that requires his rare spiritual expertise. A gravely ill young woman is in dire need of assistance. Doctors are at a loss, nursing staff are terrified. Her legal guardians turn to him as their last hope, it is now up to him. Armed only with his faith, prayer and his exorcism weapons, Peter dares to defy an ancient enemy only to discover an inferno prepared to destroyed him.
Will he and those around him survive the ordeal?
Find out in Vocation of a Gadfly, Book Two of the Gadfly Saga. (Sequel to Brushstrokes of a Gadfly) Paperback available on Amazon - Hardback available for order in all major bookstores.
An article written for the Mysics of the Church Website about the extraordinary life and propheci... more An article written for the Mysics of the Church Website about the extraordinary life and prophecies of the "Breton Stigmatist", Marie-Julie Jahenny. Includes her warnings for our times and new information on the promised Great Monarch of Catholic prophecy ~ Henry V, Count of Chambord.
A study of Catholic history, prophecies, mysticism and conspiracy theories that may have inspired... more A study of Catholic history, prophecies, mysticism and conspiracy theories that may have inspired elements of JRR Tolkien's 'Lord of the Rings', in particular, the 'Great Monarch and Angelic Pontiff' prophecies. 100 page document featuring color illustrations.
A comprehensive exploration of Dr. Faust, the man who sold his soul to the Devil, and those who d... more A comprehensive exploration of Dr. Faust, the man who sold his soul to the Devil, and those who dared to tell his tale.
Volume 1 includes: New insights into the life and times of the historical Dr. Faustus, the notorious occultist and charlatan who reputedly declared the devil was his ´brother-in-law´. A detailed study of the first Faust books and the popular Faustian folk tales. Original discussions on Christopher Marlowe´s famous drama and his ´atheistic´ rendition of the Faustian myth, including new a unique and controversial analysis of the A and B texts. The days of the Faust puppet plays. Gotthold Ephraim Lessing´s unfinished Faust drama.
A unique, in-depth account of the genesis of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's masterpiece, Faust, Par... more A unique, in-depth account of the genesis of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's masterpiece, Faust, Parts One and Two. An examination of the early sketches of his classic drama. Includes detailed explanations of Goethe's hidden symbolism in the text, his interest in history and science, the occult, alchemy, Freemasonry.
Many Classical music lovers are familiar with the composer George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) for... more Many Classical music lovers are familiar with the composer George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) for his famous “Messiah” oratorio, but are not aware his preferred area of composition was Italian opera seria. Biographical books explore his career as an opera composer and the rise of the new pious genre when Italian opera was no longer popular in London, but rarely do we find detailed accounts or discussions of that strange period in the 1730s when this shift in popularity forced Handel to leave the Haymarket theatre and join with John Rich at Covent Garden where he tried to carry on the Royal Academy opera company in competition with the new Opera of the Nobility venture founded by the Prince of Wales before he was finally forced to abandon opera in favour of the oratorio. This book explores this rocky transition period and how it affected Handel’s work, namely, his addition of French elements into his operas and other novel innovations in order to regain his chagrined public. There are discussions exploring the possibility Handel was his own worse enemy with regards to his business decisions as impresario-composer, alienating the Italians of London and his public, which nearly cost him his career.
This publication features several essays spanning the gamut of musical styles and eras, from the ... more This publication features several essays spanning the gamut of musical styles and eras, from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Impressionist periods to the modern musicals of the West End and Broadway. Each essay concentrates on a famous composer and a landmark composition or an important topic particular to each era.
The prophecies of the approved Catholic stigmatist and mystic, Marie-Julie Jahenny, also known as... more The prophecies of the approved Catholic stigmatist and mystic, Marie-Julie Jahenny, also known as the "Breton Stigmatist". Translated from the French chronicles.
Work of fiction: contemporary literature.
About the book:
"Set in New York and New Jersey durin... more Work of fiction: contemporary literature.
About the book:
"Set in New York and New Jersey during the early 1990s, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly reveals the story of Katherine Walsingham, the only daughter of the CEO and Chairman of Walsingham Industries, an international cosmetic and pharmaceutical company that has been in the family for generations.
Daunted by its global proportions, she has no real interest in the business other than its sentimental value. An artist by calling and temperament, a lover of literature, a philosophical idealist and animal rights activist unafraid to speak her mind, Katherine has a talent for leaping ahead with anything that seems like a good idea at the time ... often landing in hot water with her sharp tongue and allegorical paintings to the consternation and amusement of everyone around her.
Setting her heart on opening her own gallery when she graduates from an elite art college, life is good. With a trust fund to secure her, she has no real worries that are the plague of struggling artists, but soon discovers wealth does not guarantee a smooth passage in life, for all her plans do not turn out exactly as she expected.
Opening a gallery is not an easy task, and Katherine must quickly learn to balance art and business, demanding customers and harsh art critics, family tragedies and disappointments. With so much to do, romance is the last thing on her mind, and despite her best efforts to avoid any entanglements, falls in love with one of New York's most eligible bachelors. From her own reticence to become involved with anyone, to the rumours spread about his family, it is a relationship that seems doomed, but Katherine finds that love will blossom where it will and cannot be controlled or stifled, nor the joy and heartache that accompanies it.
Brushstrokes of a Gadfly is a story brimming with vibrant and entertaining characters that only New York's High Society and art circles can provide. It is a colourful and amusing novel tinged with human tragedy."
Features 1,040 pages of non-stop reading in a continuous chapter format.
Work of Fiction/poetry
“The Opera Ghost really existed,” Gaston Leroux declared, introducing the... more Work of Fiction/poetry
“The Opera Ghost really existed,” Gaston Leroux declared, introducing the world to his most famous literary character, the Phantom of the Opera. The legendary Opera Ghost continues to live in the hearts of Phans dedicated to Leroux's tale of mystery, passion and unrequited love. “Phantom Phantasia” is a poetical celebration of the enigmatic masked genius haunting the depths of the Paris Opéra house. A collection of twenty poems varying in style from the serious to the comic, each poem is richly illustrated with vintage images in addition to artwork, photographs and original colour plates designed by the author evoking the elegant Belle Époque days of Paris.
Vocation of a Gadfly - sequel to Brushstrokes of a Gadfly, 2018
Some white collar jobs are more difficult than others - especially when all Hell is pitched again... more Some white collar jobs are more difficult than others - especially when all Hell is pitched against you.
After the night of the horrific accident, everyone's lives have been turned upside down. With his brother in a coma and his inexperienced little sister asked to take her place at Reinold International Shipping Enterprises, Monsignor Peter Reinold is granted rare permission from the archbishop to do the unorthodox and temporarily return to his former executive life in the world to help the family through this tragic time. For charity's sake he agrees to keep things running until she finds her feet, ever wary of the dangerous surroundings he is about to enter, for an old flame is only waiting for such an opportunity and will do everything to snare him back.
Faced with smouldering temptations, Peter soon finds another battle lies in store when an unusual case is brought before him that requires his rare spiritual expertise. A gravely ill young woman is in dire need of assistance. Doctors are at a loss, nursing staff are terrified. Her legal guardians turn to him as their last hope, it is now up to him. Armed only with his faith, prayer and his exorcism weapons, Peter dares to defy an ancient enemy only to discover an inferno prepared to destroyed him.
Will he and those around him survive the ordeal?
Find out in Vocation of a Gadfly, Book Two of the Gadfly Saga. (Sequel to Brushstrokes of a Gadfly) Paperback available on Amazon - Hardback available for order in all major bookstores.
An article written for the Mysics of the Church Website about the extraordinary life and propheci... more An article written for the Mysics of the Church Website about the extraordinary life and prophecies of the "Breton Stigmatist", Marie-Julie Jahenny. Includes her warnings for our times and new information on the promised Great Monarch of Catholic prophecy ~ Henry V, Count of Chambord.
A study of Catholic history, prophecies, mysticism and conspiracy theories that may have inspired... more A study of Catholic history, prophecies, mysticism and conspiracy theories that may have inspired elements of JRR Tolkien's 'Lord of the Rings', in particular, the 'Great Monarch and Angelic Pontiff' prophecies. 100 page document featuring color illustrations.
A comprehensive exploration of Dr. Faust, the man who sold his soul to the Devil, and those who d... more A comprehensive exploration of Dr. Faust, the man who sold his soul to the Devil, and those who dared to tell his tale.
Volume 1 includes: New insights into the life and times of the historical Dr. Faustus, the notorious occultist and charlatan who reputedly declared the devil was his ´brother-in-law´. A detailed study of the first Faust books and the popular Faustian folk tales. Original discussions on Christopher Marlowe´s famous drama and his ´atheistic´ rendition of the Faustian myth, including new a unique and controversial analysis of the A and B texts. The days of the Faust puppet plays. Gotthold Ephraim Lessing´s unfinished Faust drama.
A unique, in-depth account of the genesis of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's masterpiece, Faust, Par... more A unique, in-depth account of the genesis of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's masterpiece, Faust, Parts One and Two. An examination of the early sketches of his classic drama. Includes detailed explanations of Goethe's hidden symbolism in the text, his interest in history and science, the occult, alchemy, Freemasonry.
Many Classical music lovers are familiar with the composer George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) for... more Many Classical music lovers are familiar with the composer George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) for his famous “Messiah” oratorio, but are not aware his preferred area of composition was Italian opera seria. Biographical books explore his career as an opera composer and the rise of the new pious genre when Italian opera was no longer popular in London, but rarely do we find detailed accounts or discussions of that strange period in the 1730s when this shift in popularity forced Handel to leave the Haymarket theatre and join with John Rich at Covent Garden where he tried to carry on the Royal Academy opera company in competition with the new Opera of the Nobility venture founded by the Prince of Wales before he was finally forced to abandon opera in favour of the oratorio. This book explores this rocky transition period and how it affected Handel’s work, namely, his addition of French elements into his operas and other novel innovations in order to regain his chagrined public. There are discussions exploring the possibility Handel was his own worse enemy with regards to his business decisions as impresario-composer, alienating the Italians of London and his public, which nearly cost him his career.
This publication features several essays spanning the gamut of musical styles and eras, from the ... more This publication features several essays spanning the gamut of musical styles and eras, from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Impressionist periods to the modern musicals of the West End and Broadway. Each essay concentrates on a famous composer and a landmark composition or an important topic particular to each era.
The prophecies of the approved Catholic stigmatist and mystic, Marie-Julie Jahenny, also known as... more The prophecies of the approved Catholic stigmatist and mystic, Marie-Julie Jahenny, also known as the "Breton Stigmatist". Translated from the French chronicles.
Work of fiction: contemporary literature.
About the book:
"Set in New York and New Jersey durin... more Work of fiction: contemporary literature.
About the book:
"Set in New York and New Jersey during the early 1990s, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly reveals the story of Katherine Walsingham, the only daughter of the CEO and Chairman of Walsingham Industries, an international cosmetic and pharmaceutical company that has been in the family for generations.
Daunted by its global proportions, she has no real interest in the business other than its sentimental value. An artist by calling and temperament, a lover of literature, a philosophical idealist and animal rights activist unafraid to speak her mind, Katherine has a talent for leaping ahead with anything that seems like a good idea at the time ... often landing in hot water with her sharp tongue and allegorical paintings to the consternation and amusement of everyone around her.
Setting her heart on opening her own gallery when she graduates from an elite art college, life is good. With a trust fund to secure her, she has no real worries that are the plague of struggling artists, but soon discovers wealth does not guarantee a smooth passage in life, for all her plans do not turn out exactly as she expected.
Opening a gallery is not an easy task, and Katherine must quickly learn to balance art and business, demanding customers and harsh art critics, family tragedies and disappointments. With so much to do, romance is the last thing on her mind, and despite her best efforts to avoid any entanglements, falls in love with one of New York's most eligible bachelors. From her own reticence to become involved with anyone, to the rumours spread about his family, it is a relationship that seems doomed, but Katherine finds that love will blossom where it will and cannot be controlled or stifled, nor the joy and heartache that accompanies it.
Brushstrokes of a Gadfly is a story brimming with vibrant and entertaining characters that only New York's High Society and art circles can provide. It is a colourful and amusing novel tinged with human tragedy."
Features 1,040 pages of non-stop reading in a continuous chapter format.
Work of Fiction/poetry
“The Opera Ghost really existed,” Gaston Leroux declared, introducing the... more Work of Fiction/poetry
“The Opera Ghost really existed,” Gaston Leroux declared, introducing the world to his most famous literary character, the Phantom of the Opera. The legendary Opera Ghost continues to live in the hearts of Phans dedicated to Leroux's tale of mystery, passion and unrequited love. “Phantom Phantasia” is a poetical celebration of the enigmatic masked genius haunting the depths of the Paris Opéra house. A collection of twenty poems varying in style from the serious to the comic, each poem is richly illustrated with vintage images in addition to artwork, photographs and original colour plates designed by the author evoking the elegant Belle Époque days of Paris.
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After the night of the horrific accident, everyone's lives have been turned upside down. With his brother in a coma and his inexperienced little sister asked to take her place at Reinold International Shipping Enterprises, Monsignor Peter Reinold is granted rare permission from the archbishop to do the unorthodox and temporarily return to his former executive life in the world to help the family through this tragic time. For charity's sake he agrees to keep things running until she finds her feet, ever wary of the dangerous surroundings he is about to enter, for an old flame is only waiting for such an opportunity and will do everything to snare him back.
Faced with smouldering temptations, Peter soon finds another battle lies in store when an unusual case is brought before him that requires his rare spiritual expertise. A gravely ill young woman is in dire need of assistance. Doctors are at a loss, nursing staff are terrified. Her legal guardians turn to him as their last hope, it is now up to him. Armed only with his faith, prayer and his exorcism weapons, Peter dares to defy an ancient enemy only to discover an inferno prepared to destroyed him.
Will he and those around him survive the ordeal?
Find out in Vocation of a Gadfly, Book Two of the Gadfly Saga. (Sequel to Brushstrokes of a Gadfly) Paperback available on Amazon - Hardback available for order in all major bookstores.
Availaible as a free PDF file
Volume 1 includes:
New insights into the life and times of the historical Dr. Faustus, the notorious occultist and charlatan who reputedly declared the devil was his ´brother-in-law´. A detailed study of the first Faust books and the popular Faustian folk tales. Original discussions on Christopher Marlowe´s famous drama and his ´atheistic´ rendition of the Faustian myth, including new a unique and controversial analysis of the A and B texts. The days of the Faust puppet plays. Gotthold Ephraim Lessing´s unfinished Faust drama.
About the book:
"Set in New York and New Jersey during the early 1990s, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly reveals the story of Katherine Walsingham, the only daughter of the CEO and Chairman of Walsingham Industries, an international cosmetic and pharmaceutical company that has been in the family for generations.
Daunted by its global proportions, she has no real interest in the business other than its sentimental value. An artist by calling and temperament, a lover of literature, a philosophical idealist and animal rights activist unafraid to speak her mind, Katherine has a talent for leaping ahead with anything that seems like a good idea at the time ... often landing in hot water with her sharp tongue and allegorical paintings to the consternation and amusement of everyone around her.
Setting her heart on opening her own gallery when she graduates from an elite art college, life is good. With a trust fund to secure her, she has no real worries that are the plague of struggling artists, but soon discovers wealth does not guarantee a smooth passage in life, for all her plans do not turn out exactly as she expected.
Opening a gallery is not an easy task, and Katherine must quickly learn to balance art and business, demanding customers and harsh art critics, family tragedies and disappointments. With so much to do, romance is the last thing on her mind, and despite her best efforts to avoid any entanglements, falls in love with one of New York's most eligible bachelors. From her own reticence to become involved with anyone, to the rumours spread about his family, it is a relationship that seems doomed, but Katherine finds that love will blossom where it will and cannot be controlled or stifled, nor the joy and heartache that accompanies it.
Brushstrokes of a Gadfly is a story brimming with vibrant and entertaining characters that only New York's High Society and art circles can provide. It is a colourful and amusing novel tinged with human tragedy."
Features 1,040 pages of non-stop reading in a continuous chapter format.
“The Opera Ghost really existed,” Gaston Leroux declared, introducing the world to his most famous literary character, the Phantom of the Opera. The legendary Opera Ghost continues to live in the hearts of Phans dedicated to Leroux's tale of mystery, passion and unrequited love. “Phantom Phantasia” is a poetical celebration of the enigmatic masked genius haunting the depths of the Paris Opéra house. A collection of twenty poems varying in style from the serious to the comic, each poem is richly illustrated with vintage images in addition to artwork, photographs and original colour plates designed by the author evoking the elegant Belle Époque days of Paris.
After the night of the horrific accident, everyone's lives have been turned upside down. With his brother in a coma and his inexperienced little sister asked to take her place at Reinold International Shipping Enterprises, Monsignor Peter Reinold is granted rare permission from the archbishop to do the unorthodox and temporarily return to his former executive life in the world to help the family through this tragic time. For charity's sake he agrees to keep things running until she finds her feet, ever wary of the dangerous surroundings he is about to enter, for an old flame is only waiting for such an opportunity and will do everything to snare him back.
Faced with smouldering temptations, Peter soon finds another battle lies in store when an unusual case is brought before him that requires his rare spiritual expertise. A gravely ill young woman is in dire need of assistance. Doctors are at a loss, nursing staff are terrified. Her legal guardians turn to him as their last hope, it is now up to him. Armed only with his faith, prayer and his exorcism weapons, Peter dares to defy an ancient enemy only to discover an inferno prepared to destroyed him.
Will he and those around him survive the ordeal?
Find out in Vocation of a Gadfly, Book Two of the Gadfly Saga. (Sequel to Brushstrokes of a Gadfly) Paperback available on Amazon - Hardback available for order in all major bookstores.
Availaible as a free PDF file
Volume 1 includes:
New insights into the life and times of the historical Dr. Faustus, the notorious occultist and charlatan who reputedly declared the devil was his ´brother-in-law´. A detailed study of the first Faust books and the popular Faustian folk tales. Original discussions on Christopher Marlowe´s famous drama and his ´atheistic´ rendition of the Faustian myth, including new a unique and controversial analysis of the A and B texts. The days of the Faust puppet plays. Gotthold Ephraim Lessing´s unfinished Faust drama.
About the book:
"Set in New York and New Jersey during the early 1990s, Brushstrokes of a Gadfly reveals the story of Katherine Walsingham, the only daughter of the CEO and Chairman of Walsingham Industries, an international cosmetic and pharmaceutical company that has been in the family for generations.
Daunted by its global proportions, she has no real interest in the business other than its sentimental value. An artist by calling and temperament, a lover of literature, a philosophical idealist and animal rights activist unafraid to speak her mind, Katherine has a talent for leaping ahead with anything that seems like a good idea at the time ... often landing in hot water with her sharp tongue and allegorical paintings to the consternation and amusement of everyone around her.
Setting her heart on opening her own gallery when she graduates from an elite art college, life is good. With a trust fund to secure her, she has no real worries that are the plague of struggling artists, but soon discovers wealth does not guarantee a smooth passage in life, for all her plans do not turn out exactly as she expected.
Opening a gallery is not an easy task, and Katherine must quickly learn to balance art and business, demanding customers and harsh art critics, family tragedies and disappointments. With so much to do, romance is the last thing on her mind, and despite her best efforts to avoid any entanglements, falls in love with one of New York's most eligible bachelors. From her own reticence to become involved with anyone, to the rumours spread about his family, it is a relationship that seems doomed, but Katherine finds that love will blossom where it will and cannot be controlled or stifled, nor the joy and heartache that accompanies it.
Brushstrokes of a Gadfly is a story brimming with vibrant and entertaining characters that only New York's High Society and art circles can provide. It is a colourful and amusing novel tinged with human tragedy."
Features 1,040 pages of non-stop reading in a continuous chapter format.
“The Opera Ghost really existed,” Gaston Leroux declared, introducing the world to his most famous literary character, the Phantom of the Opera. The legendary Opera Ghost continues to live in the hearts of Phans dedicated to Leroux's tale of mystery, passion and unrequited love. “Phantom Phantasia” is a poetical celebration of the enigmatic masked genius haunting the depths of the Paris Opéra house. A collection of twenty poems varying in style from the serious to the comic, each poem is richly illustrated with vintage images in addition to artwork, photographs and original colour plates designed by the author evoking the elegant Belle Époque days of Paris.