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Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of the human capacity to overcome adversity and thrive in the midst of uncertainty. This book is more than a guide; it is a fellow traveler on the path to a more resilient, meaningful and rewarding life. Through its pages, the reader discovers a treasure trove of wisdom, from the psychological foundations of resilience to the daily practices that strengthen our ability to face challenges with courage...
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This is an unusual book-in many respects. It's born out of a frustration teaching Critical Thinking courses over the years and feeling that the most interesting issues raised in those courses are typically either ignored altogether, or quickly brushed aside, by the 'normal' Critical Thinking text. The effect was that a Critical Thinking course was a smattering of Baby Logic, some very simple Intro to Statistics and Probability, add in the usual Informal...
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In the tradition of Jon Krakauer's Under the Banner of Heaven, Don Lattin's Jesus Freaks is the story of a shocking pilgrimage of revenge that left two people dead and shed new light on The Family International, one of the most controversial religious movements to emerge from the spiritual turmoil of the sixties and seventies.
Some say The Family International-previously known as the Children of God-began with the best intentions. But their sexual...
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"Human history began with an act of disobedience, and it is not unlikely that it will be terminated by an act of obedience."-from On Disobedience
One of the great psychological and social philosophers of the twentieth century, Erich Fromm expounded on the importance of disobedience and the authentic voice of the individual in modern culture. As relevant now as when it was first published, On Disobedience is a collection of provocative essays, including...
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"The Story of Philosophy: Francis Bacon" by Will Durant offers readers a comprehensive exploration of the life and philosophical contributions of Francis Bacon, one of the most influential figures in the development of modern science and philosophy.
In this illuminating work, Durant delves into Bacon's upbringing, education, and intellectual pursuits, providing readers with a detailed portrait of his life and times. He examines Bacon's major philosophical...
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La voluntad para ser mejor es un tema profundo y significativo. Se trata de la determinacion y el deseo de mejorar uno mismo tanto en terminos personales como profesionales. A lo largo de la historia, la humanidad ha demostrado una asombrosa capacidad para administrar y controlar diversos aspectos que existen en el mundo, pero lamentablemente, no siempre de manera responsable, ética o solidaria. Como resultado, hemos enfrentado desafíos significativos:...
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"ABŪ AL-ʿALĀʾ AL-MAʿARRĪ (973-1058)" réexamine la pensée de la figure importante de la littérature arabe, Al-Maʿarrī, encore très mal ou peu connue. L'ouvrage tente d'éclairer la philosophie de ce penseur arabe, articulée autour de la question fondamentale de l'humain et de son bonheur, en se basant principalement sur les Luzūmiyyāt et l'Épître du Pardon, deux de ses œuvres majeures. En défendant ouvertement Al-Maʿarrī, cet essai...
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Rediscover the Joys of Life with "Rediscovering Hobbies and Passions After 50"In the "Living Fully After 50 Series," the first gem we present is "Rediscovering Hobbies and Passions After 50," a comprehensive guide that invites you on a transformative journey. This book is not just about finding ways to pass the time; it's a road map to a fulfilling, enriching, and exciting phase of life that begins at 50. Why this book?Reaching 50 is more than a milestone....
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The ethical teachings of Judaism and Christianity are presented in distilled form in this concise volume of Biblical writings.
A Bible for the Liberal is not a new book. It is, rather, a selection of the principles of ethics, taken from all biblical literature, including the Hebrew Books of Wisdom and The Apocrypha, without the usual mythological and ritualistic framework.
In these selections, philosopher Dagobert D. Runes presents what he calls...
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The renowned philosopher and political theorist presents a summation of his influential work in this series of Columbia University lectures.
A pioneer in the fields of modern linguistics and cognitive science, Noam Chomsky is also one of the most avidly read political theorist of our time. In this series of lectures, Chomsky presents more than half a century of philosophical reflection on all three of these areas.
In precise yet accessible language,...
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Are you frustrated with your finances and ready for a painless solution?
Is your coaching or creative business ramping up, but your bookkeeping gets you down?
Do you cringe when you have to deal with your finances, and wish it could just be easy?
From Zero to Zen shows you how to manage your money so your business is fabulously successful. When you dig into your books and learn exactly what to do and when, you'll take your business to a whole...
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This exciting essay focuses on the explanation and analysis of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's Phenomenology of Spirit, one the most influential works in history and whose understanding, due to its complexity and depth, escapes comprehension on a first reading.Whether you have already read Phenomenology of Spirit or not, this essay will allow you to immerse yourself in each and every one of its meanings, opening a window to Hegel's philosophical thought...
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As the title suggests, this treatise deals with the emotional side of the human being rather than the intellectual. The author focused on demonstrating several scenarios of narcissistic behaviours in our societies, or in our daily lives. It is without doubt that, we often come in contact with the people who have been the victims of narcissists. This small treatise examined the narcissistic characteristics in great details. That is to say, narcissism...
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Los "Diálogos filosóficos con mi amigo Pi" son un experimento intelectual, con el que el autor ha querido llevar a cabo una incursión en el ámbito de la inteligencia artificial, para intentar dilucidar cuales son los límites actuales de esta tecnología, y averiguar hasta qué punto una máquina puede emular una de las características más sobresalientes de la condición humana: la capacidad de razonar desde un punto de vista filosófico. A...
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A renowned mathematician and philosopher, and as well as recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature, Bertrand Russell was acclaimed for his ability to address complex subjects in accessible ways. In this classic reference book, Russell delves into physics and relativity, helping everyday readers grasp the genius and implications of Albert Einstein's theory. When originally published in 1925, The ABC of Relativity brought science to a more general...
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The famed mathematician and philosopher takes readers on a journey into a new scientific age, exploring topics from relativity to religion.
Alfred North Whitehead, one of the great figures in the philosophy of science, wrote this prescient work nearly a century ago. Yet, in an era that has us reckoning with science and technology's place and meaning in our lives, it remains as relevant as ever. Science and the Modern World puts scientific discovery...
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Websites and apps are places where critical parts of our lives happen. We shop, bank, learn, gossip, and select our leaders there. But many of these places weren't intended to support these activities. Instead, they're designed to capture your attention and sell it to the highest bidder. Living in Information draws upon architecture as a way to design information environments that serve our humanity.
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Embark on a captivating journey through the wisdom of the ages with "Popular Proverbs from Around the World with Meaning." • This enlightening collection brings together a treasure trove of timeless proverbs from diverse cultures, offering profound insights into the human experience.Dive into the rich world of global wisdom as you explore proverbs from countries spanning Afghanistan to Zimbabwe. • Each proverb is like a small window into the culture...
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