English Philosophy

Discover the timeless Japanese secret that has transformed millions of lives around the globe! If you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, or just searching for a deeper sense of purpose, please keep reading. Step into a world where each moment is an opportunity for joy and self-discovery. "The Essence of Ichigo Ichie” is not just a book, it's a revolution in how you perceive and live each moment of your life. Immerse yourself in the profound depths of Ichigo Ichie, the art of treasuring each encounter as if it were both the first and the last. Inside this guide, you’ll uncover the age-old ...

Called the "greatest stock picker of the century" by Money magazine, legendary fund manager Sir John Templeton is remembered as one of the world's foremost investors, known for his pioneering insights and phenomenal investment performance over a professional career which spanned more than half a century. Templeton's Way with Money provides a unique, professional 21st century appraisal of what made this formidable investor the success he was and why his methods remain as valid today as they were during his long and successful lifetime.

Dive into one of the most profound spiritual journeys ever recorded with Confessions: Augustine’s Journey in Modern English. This contemporary translation brings the timeless reflections of St. Augustine to life, capturing his powerful narrative in a voice that speaks directly to today’s readers. A Journey of Faith and Transformation In this groundbreaking edition, Confessions has been meticulously translated and edited by Modern Catholic Texts, employing a unique blend of traditional translation methods and advanced AI tools. The result is a version of Augustine’s masterpiece that ...

In the late 1930s, legendary financier, philanthropist, and society figure Alfred Lee Loomis gathered the most visionary scientific minds of the 20th century at his state-of-the-art laboratory in Tuxedo Park, New York. He established a top-secret defense laboratory at MIT and personally bankrolled pioneering research into new, high-powered radar detection systems that helped defeat the German Air Force and U-boats. With Ernest Lawrence, he pushed Franklin Delano Roosevelt to fund research in nuclear fission, which led to the development of the atomic bomb.

The struggle between individualism and the good of the community as a whole has been the basis of every major disagreement in our history, from the debates at the Constitutional Convention and in the run-up to the Civil War to the fights surrounding the agenda of the Progressives, the New Deal, the civil rights movement, and the Tea Party.

Living each day fully and serenely is the ideal we aspire to, without really believing in it. Reaching our goals can seem impossible, and even pursuing them feels challenging. The personal development advice and methods we have tried repeatedly haven’t proven convincing, to the point where leading a harmonious, meaningful, and fulfilled life may feel like an unreachable utopia.

Drawing on the enduring wisdom of the Buddha, Confucius, Rumi, Gandhi, and others, The Art of Quiet Influence shows anyone, not just bosses, how to use influence without authority, a key mindfulness principle, to get things done at work and in life. Through the classic wisdom of 12 Eastern sages, relevant insights from influence research, and anecdotes and advice from 25 contemporary experts, Davis lays out a path for becoming a "mainspring", an unobtrusive yet powerful influencer.

Principles and practices based on Universal Laws to enhance consciousness. The Tao of Thoth unites Eastern and Western principles and practices to form the most potent book on development of mindful, physical, and spiritual wellness and well being. The Tao of Thoth unites Eastern and Western developmental arts via The Egyptian Neters and The Taoist Bagua. The eight Tenets of Thoth are explored and Taiji principles and practices of enhancement are presented to better comprehend and embody personal development. The Tao of Thoth reveals the missing Eighth Tenet to enhance the more well known ...

Repulsive and yet strangely attractive, the gimmick is a form that can be found virtually everywhere in capitalism. It comes in many guises: a musical hook, a financial strategy, a striptease, a novel of ideas. Above all, acclaimed theorist Sianne Ngai argues, the gimmick strikes us both as working too little (a labor-saving trick) and as working too hard (a strained effort to get our attention).

Decades of research have produced profound insights into how student learning and motivation can be unleashed - and it's not through technology or even the best of lectures. In Super Courses, education expert and best-selling author Ken Bain tells the fascinating story of enterprising college, graduate school, and high school teachers who are using evidence-based approaches to spark deeper levels of learning, critical thinking, and creativity - whether teaching online, in class, or in the field.

Today's leaders are increasingly called upon to be coaches - to "psyche up" their employees and co-workers, to inspire teamwork, and to help their organization outperform the competition. At the same time, they need to inspire and maintain a work/ life balance with their families as well. In this exciting program, Coach Jim Harrick, head coach of the 1995 NCAA Champion UCLA Bruins, will show you how to maintain focus in all areas of life, and help you develop an attitude that will make you a winner.

Rene Descartes Explained: A Practical Guide to Clear Thinking, Rational Living, from the Father of Modern Philosophy is your accessible introduction to one of the most influential thinkers in Western thought. Whether you're a curious beginner or looking to revisit key philosophical concepts, this book brings Descartes' core ideas—like “Cogito, ergo sum” and Cartesian doubt—into focus with clarity and relevance. Explore Descartes’ groundbreaking views on mind-body dualism, rationalism, and the scientific method, and learn how these concepts still shape how we think, reason, and ...

A far-reaching exploration of the idea of creation in Western thought, literature, religion, and history, this volume can fairly be called a magnum opus. He reflects on the different ways we have of talking about beginnings, on the "core-tiredness" that pervades our end-of-the-millennium spirit, and on the changing grammar of our discussions about the end of Western art and culture.

The American president has come to be the most powerful figure in the world. And back in the 19th century, a great man held that office. William Lee Miller's new book closely examines that great man in that hugely important office: Abraham Lincoln as president.

We live in a time where Manhood & Masculinity is all but lost. Men have no guidance and are scrambling for answers to their biggest problem in life, their relationships with women. In this book, Jo The Philosopher discusses an unconventional approach, at least for modern times, that men can take to get their lives back on track and to cultivate the lifestyle and dynamics they want to establish with women, and, most importantly, themselves. The Book Of Red Pill Principles: The Extraordinary Man proposes to help men discover and establish strong and solid values as the driving force of their ...

With characteristic lucidity and style, Steiner makes Heidegger's immensely difficult body of work accessible to the general reader. In a new introduction, Steiner addresses language and philosophy and the rise of Nazism. "It would be hard to imagine a better introduction to the work of philosopher Martin Heidegger." (George Kateb, The New Republic)

Discover the power to change your life through connection to Source Language Embark on a captivating journey of discovery that will forever change the way you perceive the power of communication with the Divine. This book demystifies Light Language, presenting it as a universal source of spiritual connection that transcends linguistic barriers. By presenting the subject in a clear, easy-to-understand manner, it guides readers, regardless of their background or spiritual beliefs, to unlock the hidden potential within them. Light language is a powerful tool that can be used to connect with ...

Considered by many to be the most important philosopher ever, Plato was born into a well-to-do family in wartime Athens at the end of the fifth century BCE. He finally decided to go into politics, but became disillusioned, especially after the Athenians condemned his teacher, Socrates, to death. He began teaching in his twenties and later founded the Academy, the world's first higher-educational research and teaching establishment. Eventually, he returned to practical politics and spent a considerable amount of time and energy trying to create a constitution for Syracuse in Sicily.

Discovering timeless Japanese Wabi Sabi to cultivate peace, joy and balance in a perfectly imperfect life Including exercises and daily practices Wondering how to find peace and joy in a fast-paced, perfection-driven world? Tired of feeling overwhelmed by life's imperfections? Imagine finding beauty in everyday imperfections, where the pressure to be perfect is replaced by the serenity of embracing things as they are, while also having the wisdom to improve what you can. Embrace the transformative power of Wabi Sabi, a timeless Japanese philosophy that teaches us to appreciate the beauty in...

Is it really human nature to stab one another in the back in our climb up the corporate ladder? Competitive, selfish behavior is often explained away as instinctive, thanks to evolution and "survival of the fittest", but in fact, humans are equally hard-wired for empathy. Using research from the fields of anthropology, psychology, animal behavior, and neuroscience, Frans de Waal brilliantly argues that humans are group animals.