Philosopher Biography

Karl Marx (1818-1883) - philosopher, historian, sociologist, economist, current affairs journalist, and editor - was one of the most influential and revolutionary thinkers of modern history, but he is rarely thought of as a Jewish thinker, and his Jewish background is either overlooked or misrepresented. Avineri puts Marx's Jewish background in its proper and balanced perspective, and traces Marx's intellectual development in light of the historical, intellectual, and political contexts in which he lived.

The Story of Philosophy: Plato by Will Durant is a captivating exploration of the life and philosophical ideas of the ancient Greek thinker, Plato. In this edition, Durant brings Plato's philosophy to life with vivid imagery that enhances the reader's understanding and engagement. Durant provides readers with a comprehensive overview of Plato's life, from his upbringing in ancient Athens to his establishment of the Academy, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world.

Dive into the rich linguistic universe of Pope Francis with "Pope Francis Dictionary: Key Words of the Pope for a Better World”. This fascinating compendium offers a profound look at the words and phrases that have defined the Pope's pontificate, illuminating the path to understanding, compassion, and action in an ever-changing world. From "mercy" and "social justice" to "solidarity" and "hope," each entry provides a window into the teachings and values of the Pope, inspiring listeners to reflect, learn, and act to build a more just and compassionate world.

This is the second of three volumes of posthumously collected writings of G. A. Cohen, who was one of the leading, and most progressive, figures in contemporary political philosophy. This volume brings together some of Cohen's most personal philosophical and nonphilosophical essays, many of them previously unpublished. Rich in first-person narration, insight, and humor, these pieces vividly demonstrate why Thomas Nagel described Cohen as a "wonderful raconteur".

Mary Wollstonecraft is the author of A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792), one of the earliest works of feminist philosophy. She has been called Britain’s first feminist. Her daughter Mary Shelley is the author of the novel Frankenstein (1818). This biography was written by Elizabeth Robin Pennell. It was her first book, written before she was thirty. She was married that year to illustrator and artist Joseph Pennell.

In The Story of Philosophy. Schopenhauer Will Durant delves into the life and ideas of Arthur Schopenhauer, a prominent 19th-century German philosopher. Schopenhauer's philosophy is characterized by his profound pessimism and the notion that the essence of reality is an irrational will. Durant explores Schopenhauer's influences, including Eastern philosophies and Immanuel Kant, and examines how his metaphysical and ethical views shaped his bleak outlook on human existence. Schopenhauer's seminal work, "The World as Will and Representation," is central to Durant's discussion.

In the world of philosophy and spirituality, few figures stand as distinctively as Alan Watts. With a charismatic and eloquent demeanor, he effortlessly blended insights from Zen Buddhism, Taoism, Hinduism, and other spiritual traditions with Western thought, challenging conventional perspectives and encouraging a deeper understanding of oneself and the universe.

David Hume (1711–1776) is a towering and intriguing figure. He was the preeminent philosopher in what is now called the Scottish Enlightenment, a time that was “crowded with genius” and in a place regarded as the rebirth of the golden era of Athens. His writing displayed an astonishing range, addressing everything from metaphysics to politics, and in subject after subject, he produced fresh, novel, and brilliant insights.

In der Monographie "Friedrich Nietzsche. Ein Kämpfer gegen seine Zeit" zeigt sich Rudolf Steiner als einer der ersten, der dem Schaffen des damals...

"El mejor trofeo de la vida es reírse". De ese modo pensaba Cantinflas, uno de los mejores cómicos del cine en el siglo XX. Un actor versátil dotado de una habilidad interpretativa extraordinaria y una genialidad sorprendente para seducir con su espíritu sarcástico y burlón.

Carl Gustav Jung ha sido un gran seductor de mujeres de fama legendaria. Esta ficción dramática explora e ilustra las relaciones de C.J. Jung con sus cuatro mujeres más importantes: Emma Rauschenbach, su esposa, Sabina Spielrein, su primera paciente y amante, Toni Wolff. Paciente, asistente, amiga y amante durante 40 años y finalmente , durante sus años maduros, con la estudiante Marie-Louise von Franz.

This is an essay on the unique teaching of J. Krishnamurti. It starts with the question "What is consciousness?" - and carefully proposes a holistic definition, after reviewing the various psychological and spiritual theories that deal with this subject. The author actually goes a step ahead and focuses on a more particular issue, a provocative question asked by K: “How to empty consciousness of its content?”

En Tomás de Aquino en 90 minutos, Paul Strathern presenta un recuento conciso y experto de la vida e ideas de Tomás de Aquino, y explica su influencia en la lucha del hombre por comprender su existencia en el mundo. El libro incluye una selección de escritos de Tomás de Aquino, una breve lista de lecturas sugeridas para aquellos que deseen profundizar en su pensamiento, y cronologías que sitúan a Tomás de Aquino en su época y en una sinopsis más amplia de la filosofía.

A reincarnated angel's tale of spiritual oneness, mental illness, the nut house, psychedelic drugs, gurus, meditation, romantic longing, mystical experience and the lesson of humility...Take the ride, because this book is gonna blow your mind.

In den Briefen, abgeschickt u.a. aus Turin, Nizza, Sils Maria, an seine Mutter, seine Schwester, an Freunde wie den Komponisten Peter Gast, an Kollegen wie den Historiker Jakob Burkhard oder den ersten Professor, der in Kopenhagen eine Nietzsche-Vorlesung gehalten hat, Brandes, zeigt sich der Philosoph Nietzsche von einer sehr privaten Seite, berichtet von Begegnungen und dem täglichen Leben, meist bekümmert über seinen schlechten Gesundheitszustand, aber mehr noch ernüchtert, erbost zuweilen, traurig gestimmt, dass eine intellektuelle Resonanz auf sein Werk mit einer Ausnahme so gut wie gar nicht zu erkennen ist.

Will Durant's The Story of Philosophy: Voltaire and the French Enlightenment delves into the life and ideas of Voltaire, a central figure of the French Enlightenment. This volume explores Voltaire's contributions to philosophy, literature, and society, highlighting his advocacy for reason, freedom of speech, and separation of church and state. Durant's engaging narrative brings to life the vibrant era of the Enlightenment and Voltaire's enduring influence on modern thought. A must-read for anyone interested in philosophy and the history of ideas.

If anything, Karl Marx’s life reminds us of the power of the pen over the sword. During his lifetime, he lived in relative obscurity. Rather than making any waves, Marx was usually lucky just to make the rent. And to make the ongoing hardship of his life even worse, Karl Marx was afflicted with boils from the top of his head to the soles of his feet. But his pen would indeed demonstrate its power, and by the time 70-some years had passed since his demise, one-third of the entire planet would be living under regimes based upon his ideology.

En los siglos anteriores a él, la filosofía había sido peligrosa para los filósofos, pero con Friedrich Nietzsche resulta peligrosa para todo el mundo. Nietzsche enloqueció y su locura presagió la demencia colectiva que había de tener consecuencias horrendas en Europa durante la primera mitad del siglo XX. La suya es una filosofía de aforismos y de penetrante visión psicológica, no un sistema, pero es brillante, persuasiva e incisiva como ninguna otra antes o después de él.

Mahatma Gandhi, einer der einflussreichsten Philosophen und Friedensaktivisten des 20. Jahrhunderts, hat mit seiner Lehre des gewaltlosen Widerstands die Welt verändert. Sein Enkel Arun wurde als wütender und aggressiver 12-Jähriger für zwei Jahre in Gandhis Ashram geschickt. Die täglichen Gespräche mit dem Großvater am Spinnrad und seine Ratschläge gaben dem Jungen eine neue Sicht auf die Welt. In "Wut ist ein Geschenk" teilt Arun Gandhi die zehn wichtigsten Lebenslektionen seines Großvaters.

John Wycliffe was known as the “Morning Star” of the Reformation. His doctrines of strict adherence to the Bible and his attacks on the wealth and corruption of the Catholic Church would be the spark that would later ignite the fires of the Protestant Reformation.