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  • Amador

    by Fernando Savater ...
    Translated by Alastair Reid ...
    In a series of letters to his son, the renowned Spanish philosopher delivers sage advice on living an ethical life in today's world.One of Europe's foremost ethicists, Fernando Savater presents a deeply personal inquiry into the art of living well—one addressed to his own teenage son, Amador. In a series of personal letters, Savater encourages his son to recognize his own agency and use it ... Read more

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    And Other Essays

    by C. S. Lewis ...
    A repackaged edition of the revered authors anthology of satirical yet serious essays on evil.In these spirited essays, C. S. Lewis-the great British writer, scholar, lay theologian, broadcaster, Christian apologist, and bestselling author of Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Chronicles of Narnia, and many other beloved classics-discusses evil in the world. Blending ... Read more

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  • Notes on Suicide

    by Simon Critchley ...
    Suicide is everywhere. It haunts history and current events. It haunts our own networks of friends and family. The spectre of suicide looms large, but the topic is taboo because any meaningful discussion must at the very least consider that the answer to the question – 'is life worth living?' – might not be an emphatic yes; it might even be a stern no. Through a sweeping historical overview of ... Read more

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  • Reverence for Life

    The Ethics of Albert Schweitzer for the Twenty-First Century

    by Albert Schweitzer ...
    This "little gem of a book" shares the Nobel laureate's profound insights on ethics, ecology, human rights, and more (Jane Goodall).The theologian and humanitarian Albert Schweitzer dedicated his life to the betterment of mankind. In 1952, he was awarded the Nobel Prize for his philosophy of Reverence for Life—and for the many ways he put that philosophy into action. This volume gathers together ... Read more

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  • On the Significance of Science and Art

    by Leo Tolstoy ...
    Classic long essay. According to Wikipedia: " As a fiction writer, Tolstoy is widely regarded as one of the greatest of all novelists, particularly noted for his masterpieces War and Peace and Anna Karenina. In their scope, breadth and realistic depiction of 19th-century Russian life, the two books stand at the peak of realist fiction. As a moral philosopher Tolstoy was notable for his ideas on ... Read more

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  • The Light Within Us

    by Albert Schweitzer ...
    The classic collection of timeless quotations from the Nobel Peace Prize–winning missionary, theologian, and international bestselling author.Famous for founding the Albert Schweitzer Hospital in Lambaréné, in what is now the West African country of Gabon, Albert Schweitzer was an accomplished theologian, physician, philosopher, music scholar, international bestselling author, and even a virtuoso ... Read more

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  • Why Argument Matters

    by Lee Siegel ...
    Series series Why X Matters Series
    An impassioned case for argument’s central role in human life, by one of America’s most distinguished cultural critics“Perhaps more than any other commentary, Why Argument Matters illuminates the root causes of our partisan, venomous, irrational times—and yet somehow rescues from the morass the true nature of argument, its power and beauty.”—Michael Wolff, author of Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump ... Read more

    $18.79 USD

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  • The Lost Art of Losing

    by Gregory Norminton ...
    The Lost Art of Losing is a collection of aphorisms by award-winning novelist Gregory Norminton. By turns comic and despairing, jubilant and wry, they present, through fragments, a picture of the mind — and of troubling times. Gregory Norminton transforms the aphorism into something more accessible and personal. Ultimately he uses aphorisms to question everything — including the aphorism itself: ... Read more

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  • When a Man Comes to Himself

    Harry Emerson Fosdick : A Thought-Provoking Work That Stands the Test of Time

    by Harry Emerson Fosdick ...
    WHEN A MAN COMES TO HIMSELF by WOODROW WILSON offers a concentrated, compelling experience within fiction / literary. This concise work presents carefully drawn characters and purposeful plotting that together explore themes of choice, consequence, and human connection. The prose is precise and economical, balancing vivid scenes with clear pacing to maintain narrative momentum. Ideal for readers ... Read more

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  • Alexander Hamilton

    His Words

    by Daniel Coenn ...
    This book is a collection of 62 fundamental quotes and aphorisms of Alexander Hamilton:“Learn to think continentally.”“I think the first duty of society is justice.”“I never expect to see a perfect work from imperfect men.”“Even to observe neutrality you must have a strong government.”“A nation which can prefer disgrace to danger is prepared for a master, and deserves one.”“Men are rather ... Read more

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  • The Young Man's Guide

    Classic Wisdom for Improving Mind, Manners, and Morals

    by William Alcott ...
    Timeless wisdom for the modern man!In the nineteenth century, William Alcott'sThe Young Man's Guide paved the way toward personal and financial success for thousands of men. Now, in this unique rendition of his classic work, you, too, can use his wisdom to unlock your greatest potential and live a happy and prosperous life. From refining your appearance and handling social interactions to managing ... Read more

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  • Ethical Contract and Morality & Conversation with Nietzsche

    by Vlad Zeit ...
    To solve a dilemma between unescapable selfishness of human nature and "the absence of all egoistical motivation" as "a criterion for an action of moral worth", the concept is proposed to distinguish Ethics and Morality, ethical behavior and moral actions. Code of ethical behavior, Ethical Contract is founded on men's recognition of mutual benefits, even necessity, of establishing and enforcing of ... Read more

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