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by Friedrich Nietzsche (Author), R. Kevin Hill (Translator), R. Kevin Hill (Editor)Grounded in his famous notion that "God is dead," Nietzsche's most personal book--and one of his best A Penguin Classic The Joyous Science--also known as The Gay Science and The Joyful Wisdom--is a liberating voyage of discovery as Nietzsche's realization that "God is dead" and his critique of morality, the arts and modernity give way to an exhilarating doctrine of self-emancipation and the concept of eternal r...

Leo Strauss on Plato's Euthyphro: The 1948 Notebook, with Lectures and Critical Writings - Paperback

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by Hannes Kerber (Editor), Svetozar Y. Minkov (Editor)Leo Strauss famously asserted that the fundamental, defining debate within Western civilization is that between Jerusalem and Athens, piety and philosophy, the Bible and Plato. And yet, surprisingly, Strauss never published any of his thoughts on Plato's dialogue on piety, the Euthyphro.This volume presents, for the first time, Strauss's 1948 notebook on the dialogue, written in preparation for a class at the New School for Social Research...

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by Jean-Jacques Rousseau (Author), Maurice Cranston (Translator), Maurice Cranston (Introduction by)In A Discourse on Inequality, Rousseau sets out to demonstrate how the growth of civilization corrupts man's natural happiness and freedom by creating artificial inequalities of wealth, power and social privilege. Contending that primitive man was equal to his fellows, Rousseau believed that as societies become more sophisticated, the strongest and most intelligent members of the community gai...

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by Stefan Lorenz Sorgner (Author), Spencer Hawkins (Translator)Examines widespread myths about transhumanism and explores the most pressing ethical issues in the debate over technologically assisted human enhancement.Author Biography Stefan Lorenz Sorgner is Associate Professor of Philosophy at John Cabot University in Rome, Director and Cofounder of the Beyond Humanism Network, Fellow at the Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies, Research Fellow at the Ewha Institute for the Humanit...

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Report copyright infringementby Eric Edward Wilson (Author)Could one shift in attention change your life?Most people believe their problems are caused by circumstances.But what if the real issue is something far more fundamental?What if the direction of your life is determined by where your attention goes?In The Attention Compass, Eric Wilson shares the deeply personal story of a life that collapsed-and the unexpected discovery that helped him rebuild it. What began as a search for answers be...

Physics as Natural Philosophy: A Philosophical Tour of Contemporary Physics - Paperback

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by Michael O'Keeffe (Author)The book offers an entry-level introduction to the more important points of intersection of Physics and Philosophy. Until the second half of the twentieth century, physics and philosophy enjoyed a harmonious and mutually beneficial relationship. The leading theorists of the period - such as Einstein, Heisenberg, Bohr, Pauli, and Schrodinger - had a keen interest in philosophy, with some (for example, Max Born) viewing the two areas as coextensive. The latter part o...

Social and Political Philosophy: Readings from Plato to Gandhi - Paperback

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by John Somerville (Author), Ronald Santoni (Author)An anthology of basic statements by the most influential social and political philosophers of Western civilization. Includes Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Jefferson, Thoreau, Mill, Marx and Engels, Lenin, Mussolini, Hitler, Dewey, and Gandhi.Front JacketAn anthology of basic statements by the most influential social and political philosophers of Western civilization. Includes Plato, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Rousseau, Mi...

The Divine Romance: Collected Talks and Essays on Realizing God in Daily Life - Paperback

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by Paramahansa Yogananda (Author), Yogananda (Author)We live in an age of fibreglass but we're still looking for the sacred values of life. In this second anthology of writings and talks, Yogananda addresses the deepest needs of the human heart. Number of Pages: 482 Dimensions: 0.9 x 9.2 x 6.3 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 01, 1996

Dear Erma Bombeck in Heaven - What the Hell?

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Report copyright infringementby Jillian Van Hefty (Author)If Erma Bombeck were alive today, what on earth would she say about the current state of world? In Dear Erma Bombeck in Heaven - What the Hell?!, Jillian Van Hefty dares to imagine the answer.Written as a series of hilarious, irreverent letters to the patron saint of domestic comedy, this book reports back from a world that seems to have lost its car keys-and its common sense. With razor-sharp wit and genuine affection, Van Hefty tackl...

In Good Faith: How the Nature of Belief Shapes the Fate of Societies

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Report copyright infringementby Ryan Avent (Author)How a society's capacity for belief forms the foundation of its successDo you struggle to find reasons to feel optimistic about the future? Are you trying to understand the creeping institutional dysfunction we see the world over? In this book, Ryan Avent explores how an unswerving confidence in systems of liberal democracy and free market capitalism--which he terms the "Modern Faith"--has left many Western countries struggling to deal with d...

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Report copyright infringementby Felwine Sarr (Author), Victor Reinking (Translator)In Dahij, Felwine Sarr offers a singular literary work that defies genre, moving between narrative, philosophical meditation, and interior monologue. The book unfolds in fragments, tracing a consciousness unsettled by injustice, historical rupture, and moral dichotomies. At once intimate and collective, it is a memoir of spiritual and social struggle and endurance-of disillusionments, awakenings, and becoming-w...

Beyond Brave: The Art of Living Courageously

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Report copyright infringementby Sally Anderson (Author)BeyondBRAVE is a groundbreaking guide to transforming grief, loss, and life's most devastating moments into a radical reclamation of power.With unflinching honesty and extraordinary wisdom, Sally Anderson reveals how the deepest wounds, whether born from unimaginable trauma or heart-shattering loss, can become the catalyst for a life of profound courage, purpose, and spiritual ascension.From surviving one of the worst reported gang rapes ...

In Search of the Miraculous: The Definitive Exploration of G. I. Gurdjieff's Mystical Thought and Universal View - Paperback

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by P. D. Ouspensky (Author)A new edition of the groundbreaking spiritual treasure, with a foreword by bestselling author Marianne Williamson . Since its original publication in 1949, In Search of the Miraculous has been hailed as the most valuable and reliable documentation of G. I. Gurdjieff's thoughts and universal view. This historic and influential work is considered by many to be a primer of mystical thought as expressed through the Work, a combination of Eastern philosophies that had fo...

Divine Names: The 99 Healing Names of the One Love

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Report copyright infringementby Rosina-Fawzia Al-Rawi (Author), Majed Seif (Illustrator), Monique Arav (Translator)The path to self-discovery and inner and outer peace... Divine Names is a unique contribution to understanding life and oneself on a deeper level: by learning to open to the Divine. It draws on original Arabic literature--often not available in European languages--and on the author's many years of personal practice, teaching, and guiding others on their spiritual paths to healing...

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Report copyright infringementby Samir Banerjee (Author)This book traces the journey of Mahatma Gandhi, from being a simple and truth-seeking human being, a satyarthi, to a committed, conscious and social human being, a satyagrahi. It shows how he consolidated his orientation with an emphasis on praxis, by developing his ideas as instruments for social and individual struggles.Author BiographySamir Banerjee is an independent researcher based in Bengaluru, India. Besides long-standing involveme...

The Transcendent Brain: Spirituality in the Age of Science - Paperback

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by Alan Lightman (Author)From the acclaimed author of Einstein's Dreams comes a rich, fascinating answer to the question, Can the scientifically inclined still hold space for spirituality? "Lightman...belongs to a noble tradition of science writers, including Oliver Sacks and Lewis Thomas, who can poke endlessly into a subject and...stir up fresh embers of wonder." --The Wall Street Journal Gazing at the stars, falling in love, or listening to music, we sometimes feel a transcendent connecti...

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Report copyright infringementby Christopher John Joseph (Author) Release the Spiritual Teachings about Love and Non-violence of Jesus from the grip of the Old Testament and drink the New Wine untainted by the Old Wine. The Spiritual Teachings that Jesus gave of the Universal Way of Love and Non-violence have been heavily influenced and distorted over the years by the influence and God of the Old Testament. The Teachings of Jesus Unplugged is my dedicated work to assist followers of Jesus to u...

Inheritance The Seven Pillars of Biblical Wisdom

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Report copyright infringementby Wesley Adayah Sampson (Author), Brother Yadduwa (Contribution by), Sister Rachel (Editor)Praised by Kirkus Reviews as "a deeply scholarly but readable treatise on the biblical nature of wisdom," ...Inheritance: The Seven Pillars of Biblical Wisdom serves as the foundational prequel to the Altars of Yah series, introducing the scriptural architecture of Wisdom as presented in Proverbs and echoed throughout the Hebrew Scriptures. This volume establishes the theol...

Yoga, Power & Spirit: Patanjali the Shaman - Paperback

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by Alberto Villoldo (Author)The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is the classic Hindu text on the spiritual practice of yoga. Written more than 2,000 years ago, these teachings provide a rich, contemplative understanding of yoga and philosophy. Derived from an ancient oral tradition, when the Divine feminine was worshiped, the Yoga Sutras were later taught by priests and scholars from a masculine tradition that obscured their deep wisdom. While there are many scholarly translations of the Yoga Sutras...

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Report copyright infringementby Kurt Brandle (Author)We experience meaning in architecture when we derive - as observers - impressions from it and when we give - as designers - expressions to it. This implies that meaning in architecture, like in all other fields, is process and result. The related decision making involves judgments based on theoretical and practical issues, driven by purpose, context and realization. This book proceeds from explaining the philosophical foundations of meaning...

Your Body Already Knows: Intuitive Ayurveda 21 Days to Reset Your Gut, Sleep, Mood, and Health

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Report copyright infringementby Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya (Author), Jasmine Hemsley (Foreword by)Discover how to transform your life in just 21 days with the most accessible guide to Ayurveda ever written. This simple and practical book distils the profound principles of Ayurveda into an actionable plan for modern living, to benefit your sleep, gut, mood and more. Renowned author Deepak Chopra, MD, praises it as: "A succinct guide to anyone seeking an integrative approach to well-being at all le...

How the World Thinks: A Global History of Philosophy - Paperback

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by Julian Baggini (Author)*SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*'There to fill the Sapiens-size hole in your life' ObserverIn this groundbreaking global overview of philosophy, Julian Baggini travels the world to provide a wide-ranging map of human thought.One of the great unexplained wonders of human history is that written philosophy flowered entirely separately in China, India and Ancient Greece at more or less the same time. These early philosophies have had a profound impact on the development of dis...

A Learning Republic: How Learning Sustains Individuals

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Report copyright infringementby Steve Satterfield (Author)In A Learning Republic, Steve Satterfield, EdD, argues that America's future depends not on policies or institutions alone, but on our collective capacity to keep learning-across every stage of life and every walk of life. From the founders' vision of an educated citizenry to the cognitive realities of aging brains, from the barriers of poverty and distraction to the promise of scalable digital learning, this book traces how education ...

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Report copyright infringementby Phap Xa (Author), Phap Luu (Author), Jon Kabat-Zinn (Foreword by)Discover the joy of mindful walking and hiking, cultivate deep connection with the world around you, and ultimately embrace the path of happiness as a way of life A mobile monastery to stick in your pack whenever you go out on the trail, this book by veteran hikers and Buddhist monks Phap Luu and Phap Xa offers mindfulness practices to explore as you walk to generate inner and outer peace. Grounde...

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by Junichiro Tanizaki (Author)An essay on aesthetics by the Japanese novelist, this book explores architecture, jade, food, and even toilets, combining an acute sense of the use of space in buildings. The book also includes descriptions of laquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of the house of pleasure.Author BiographyJunichiro Tanizaki was a major writer of modern Japanese literature who wrote numerous books, including The Makioka Sisters and Naomi: A Novel. Number of Pages: ...

Create Dangerously: The Power and Responsibility of the Artist - Paperback

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by Albert Camus (Author), Sandra Smith (Translator)A call to arms for artists, in particular those who came from an immigrant background, like he did. - "To create today means to create dangerously. Every publication is a deliberate act, and that act makes us vulnerable to the passions of a century that forgives nothing." In 1957, Nobel Prize-winning philosopher Albert Camus gave a speech entitled "Create Dangerously." Camus understood the necessity of those making art as a part of civil soci...

The Zen Parent Guide Raising Kids with a Smile

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Report copyright infringementby Amy Giustino Talbot (Author) Parenting, while simply amazing, is one of the most exhausting and challenging paths we can choose. As parents, we are under more pressure than ever to keep up with today's ever-changing "standards." We are expected to be encouraging, respectful, calm, and energetic all the while acting as teachers, master negotiators, psychiatrists, housekeepers, launderers, drivers, and so much more! It's intense. It requires delicate balance. Z...

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by Kahlil Gibran (Author)This is the story of the prophet Al-Mustafa and his conversations with various acquaintances, as he returns home after a long absence. Told in 26 prose poetry fables written in English, the book covers areas such as love, passion, pain, freedom, and friendship. The Prophet has been translated into more than 100 different languages, making it one of the most translated books in history.Author BiographyKahlil Gibran was a Lebanese-American writer, poet, and artist. He i...

Beautiful Thinking: Wisdom, Courage and Grace

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Report copyright infringementby Tricia Greenwood (Author), Hamilton Wordsworth (Editor)You have the power to be self-confident, know the real truth about self control. Sometimes the greatest treasures are hidden in plain sight. You'll discover Beautiful Thinking to be captivating and encouraging, providing the key and the gateway to unleash the greatest potential for a truly enjoyable journey through life. Number of Pages: 184 Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN ...

The Ethics of Love: Emotional Dilemmas for a Relational Life

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Report copyright infringementby Susi Ferrarello (Author)This book explores the ethical and psychological dilemmas connected to the lived experiences of love, uniquely proposing an ethical framework that can be applied in loving relationships. Author BiographySusi Ferrarello is assistant professor at California State University, East Bay. She is also a philosophical counselor and writes for Psychology Today. Among her recent books are Human Emotions and the Origin of Bioethics (Routledge, 2021...

You Will Never Hear The River Sing The Same Song Twice

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Report copyright infringementby Odisitse Orapeleng (Author)INTRODUCTION I know the world has a craving for public wistfulness. So if you are expecting me to be sorry for the decisions I made, forget about it. Or if you think I am a sinner and that I should repent, put down this book! it is definitely not meant for you. This here is for the core human spirit, it is living fully and truly. This memoir is my life as I have by far come to live it. I wrote it for entities who see themselves in the...

Raise Children Street-Smart: 200 Practical and Real-Life Lessons to Build Confidence, Awareness, Independent Thinking, and Problem-Solving Skills in K

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Report copyright infringementby Terry Clawson (Author)Most children today are well-taught-but not always well-prepared.They know the right answers. They follow instructions. They perform well in structured environments.But real life doesn't always come with clear rules.There are moments where no one tells them what to do. Situations that require judgment, awareness, and the ability to think for themselves. And in those moments, many children hesitate-not because they lack intelligence, but be...