the metaphysics of german idealism martin heidegger
The Metaphysics of German Idealism - Martin Heidegger
This volume comprises the lecture course that Heidegger gave in 1941 on the metaphysics of German Idealism. The first part of the lecture course contains a preliminary consideration of the distinction between ground and existence. The elucidation of the conceptual history includes a striking confrontation with Kierkegaardâ ™s and Jaspersâ ™ concepts of existence, as well as an elucidation of the concept of existence in Being and Time, which Heidegger distinguishes from the former concepts. Heideggerâ ™s self-interpretation is not an end in itself, however, but rather a way of pointing to Schellingâ ™s distinction between ground and existence, whose root and inner necessity and whose various versions Heidegger discusses subsequently. The second part of the lecture course is focused on Schellingâ ™s â œfreedom treatise,â which Heidegger regards as the pinnacle of the metaphysics of German Idealism. Heideggerâ ™s consideration of Schellingâ ™s distinction between ground and existence finds its guiding thread in the introduction of the realms of being â “ eternal or finite, each being is a joining of the ground of existence and existence itself. In a subsequent overview, Heidegger discusses the relation of the distinction between ground and existence to the essence of human freedom and to the essence of the human. On the basis of this discussion, it becomes possible to grasp the connection between freedom and evil in Schellingâ ™s system. This important work by Heidegger, published here in English for the first time, will be of great interest to students and scholars of philosophy and to anyone interested in Heideggerâ ™s work.
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The Myth of American Idealism: How U.S. Foreign Policy Endangers the World - Noam Chomsky, Nathan J. Robinson
From one of the world’s most prominent thinkers comes an urgent warning of the threat that US power poses to humanity’s futureThe land of the free. The home of the brave.But what has America achieved in the aim of ‘spreading democracy’ — except wreak havoc across the globe and establish a reckless foreign policy that serves the interest of few and has endangered all too many? In this timely book, Noam Chomsky writing with Nathan J. Robinson, vividly traces America’s pursuit of global domination, offering an incisive critique of the self-serving myths that dominant elites in the United States continue to push. Offering penetrating accounts of Washington’s role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, they examine how interventions such as these have been justified with noble stories about humanitarian missions and benevolent intentions but are now driving us closer to wars with Russia and China.At once thorough and devastating, urgent and provocative, The Myth of American Idealism offers a highly readable entry to the conclusions Noam Chomsky has come to after a lifetime of thought and activism.
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Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals - Immanuel Kant
[T]he present groundwork is nothing more than the identification and vindication of the supreme principle of morality. In the Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals (1785), Immanuel Kant makes clear his two central intentions: first, to uncover the principle that underpins morality, and secondly to defend its applicability to human beings. The result is one of the most significant texts in the history of ethics, and a masterpiece of Enlightenment thinking. Kant argues that moral law tells us to act only in ways that others could also act, thereby treating them as ends in themselves and not merely as means. Kant contends that despite apparent threats to our freedom from science, and to ethics from our self-interest, we can nonetheless take ourselves to be free rational agents, who as such have a motivation to act on this moral law, and thus the ability to act as moral beings.One of the most studied works of moral philosophy, this new translation by Robert Stern, Joe Saunders, and Christopher Bennett illuminates this famous text for modern readers.
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The Way of the Waves - Martin Dorey
A wonderfully entertaining and deeply inspirational adventure by one of life s great enthusiasts ⠓ Tim Moore, travel writer A slow, low-carbon journey by bike through Europe⠙s western fringes. Part personal pilgrimage and part manifesto for green travel, join Martin in his search for perfect waves and the soul of surfing.Chasing the sun south from his home in Cornwall, bestselling author and environmental campaigner Martin Dorey follows in the footsteps of the pioneers who discovered Europe⠙s best waves. On an epic journey of 3400km, Martin and his wife Lizzy take on the ultimate eco surfing adventure ⠓ riding eBikes with their surfboards in tow.Powered by patisseries and pastéis de nata, and returning to form after a disastrous knee injury, Martin hopes cycling will give him time to reconnect with his surfing past as he seeks out the stories and oral history that make the surf breaks of littoral Europe so very special.The Way of the Waves is a love letter to wave riding, eco-travel and freedom. It⠙s a testament to taking your time, understanding that the hills don⠙t last forever, keeping the pedals turning and hoping that mind, body and soul ⠓ and the wheels of the trailer ⠓ will go the distance.
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The Way of Integrity - Beck Martha
OPRAH S BOOK CLUB PICKA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A roadmap on the journey to truth and authenticity... [The Way of Integrity] is filled with aha moments and practical exercises that can guide us as we seek enlightenment Oprah Winfrey This radiant book will not only change your life, but perhaps even save it Elizabeth Gilbert Martha Beck s genius is that her writing is equal parts comforting and challenging. A teacher, a mother, a sage, she holds our hand as she leads us back home to ourselves Glennon Doyle_____________________Bestselling author, life coach and sociologist Martha Beck explains why integrity - being in harmony with ourselves - is the key to a meaningful and joyful lifeIn The Way of Integrity, Beck presents a four-stage process that anyone can use to find integrity, and with it, a sense of purpose, emotional healing, and a life free of mental suffering. Much of what plagues us-people pleasing, staying in stale relationships, negative habits-all point to what happens when we are out of touch with what truly makes us feel whole.Inspired by The Divine Comedy, Beck uses Dante s classic hero s journey as a framework to break down the process of attaining personal integrity into small, manageable steps. She shows how to read our internal signals that lead us towards our true path, and to recognize what we actually yearn for versus what our culture sells us.With techniques tested on hundreds of her clients, Beck brings her expertise as a social scientist, life coach and human being to help readers to uncover what integrity looks like in their own lives. She takes us on a spiritual adventure that not only will change the direction of our lives, but bring us to a place of genuine happiness.
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The Art of Repair - Molly Martin
In this beautiful book, master repairer, Molly Martin, champions the value of slow and sustainable fashion and the psychological benefits that go with itFor Molly Martin, it all started with a pair of socks. Her favorite pair. When the heels became threadbare, her mother got out her darning mushroom and showed her how to reinforce the thinning stitches and bring them back to life. She has been stitching and darning ever since.In The Art of Repair, Molly explores the humble origins of repair and how the act of mending a cherished item carefully by hand offers not just a practical solution but nourishment for the soul. Using her own beautiful illustrations, she guides us through the basics of the craft - from piecing and patching to the ancient Japanese art of Sashiko.This book will stay with you long after you put down your needle and thread. It offers an antidote to our increasingly disposable lifestyle, encouraging us to reconnect not just with the everyday objects in our environment but also with ourselves.
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The Book of Ile-Rien - Martha Wells
A USA-Today Bestseller!Collecting Martha Wells Element of Fire and Death of the Necromancer for the first time in one place, in a new and revised edition! From the author of Witch King and the Murderbot Diaries:Both novels included in this volume have been revised and updated. These are the authorâ ™s preferred texts.The Element of FireThe kingdom of Ile-Rien lies in peril, menaced by sorcerous threats and devious intrigue, when Kade, bastard sister of King Roland, appears unexpectedly at court. The illegitimate daughter of the old king and the Queen of Air and Darkness herself, Kade s true desires are cloaked in mystery.It falls to Thomas Boniface, Captain of the Queen s Guard, to keep the kingdom from harm. But is one man s steel enough to counter all the magic of fayre?The Death of the NecromancerNicholas Valiarde is a passionate, embittered nobleman and the greatest thief in all of Ile-Rien. On the gaslit streets of the city, Nicholas assumes the guise of a master criminal, stealing jewels from wealthy nobles to finance his quest for a long-pursued vengeance.But Nicholas s murderous mission is being interrupted by a series of eerie, unexplainable, and fatal events. A dark magic opposes him, and traces of a necromantic power that hasn t been used for centuries abound. Nicholas and his compatriots find themselves battling an ancient evil.And if they lose? Death would be preferable to the fate that awaits them....
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The Crisis of Democratic Capitalism - Martin Wolf
From the author of The Shifts and the Shocks, and one of the most influential writers on economics, a reckoning with how and why the relationship between democracy and capitalism is coming undone We are living in an age when economic failings have shaken faith in global capitalism. Political failings have undermined trust in liberal democracy and in the very notion of truth. The ties that ought to bind open markets to free and fair elections are being strained and rejected, even in democracy s notional heartlands.Around the world, democratic capitalism, which depends on the determined separation of power from wealth, is in crisis. Some now argue that capitalism is better without democracy; others that democracy is better without capitalism. This book is a forceful rejoinder to both views.It analyses how the marriage between capitalism and democracy has become so fraught and yet insists that a divorce would be an almost unimaginable calamity. Martin Wolf, one of the wisest public voices on global affairs, argues that for all its recent failings - slowing growth, increasing inequality, widespread popular disillusion - democratic capitalism, though inherently fragile, remains the best system we know for human flourishing. Capitalism and democracy are complementary opposites: they need each other if either is to thrive.Wolf s superb exploration of their marriage shows us how citizenship and a shared faith in the common good are not romantic slogans but the essential foundation of our economic and political freedom.
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The Brothers Grimm and the Making of German Nationalism - Jakob Norberg
In the first comprehensive English-language portrait of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm as political thinkers and actors, Jakob Norberg reveals how history s two most famous folklorists envisioned the role of literary and linguistic scholars in defining national identity. Convinced of the political relevance of their folk tale collections and grammatical studies, the Brothers Grimm argued that they could help disentangle language groups from one another, redraw the boundaries of states in Europe, and counsel kings and princes on the proper extent and character of their rule. They sought not only to recover and revive a neglected native culture for a contemporary audience, but also to facilitate a more harmonious and enduring relationship between the traditional political elite and an emerging national collective. Through close historical analysis, Norberg reconstructs how the Grimms wished to mediate between sovereigns and peoples, politics and culture. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
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The Freedom of a Christian - Martin Luther
Originally published in 1520, The Freedom of a Christian is one of Martin Lutherâ ™s most well-known and enduring treatises, examining Christian ethics and how justification by faith alone impacts the liberty of believers.
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The Art of Scottish Golf - Martin Dempster
Scotland is the birthplace and the home of golf, with a rich tradition which is recognised around the world. The Art of Scottish Golf is the perfect companion for golfers everywhere, with a mix of golfing lore, history, iconic Scottish courses, brilliant anecdotes from players and caddies past and present, and much more.For golfers, Scotland is a place like no other, where you can follow in the footsteps of players from Old Tom Morris to Jack Nicklaus and Seve Ballesteros to Sandy Lyle on Open Championship courses at St Andrews, Carnoustie, Royal Troon, Muirfield and Turnberry. Or you can try out one of the many other beautiful or remote courses set all around the country, where links golf in particular can be a challenge for anyone.With a wealth of detail and stories, The Art of Scottish Golf shows why Scotland is such a special destination for golfers from home and overseas
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THE DARKNESS OF COLOURS - Mr Martin Blasco
An historical thriller narrated from two different perspectives, in two eras. The novel revolves, around kidnapping of five babies during the night of 5th of April 1885. This is the start of the experiment into the idea of nature vs nurture. What happens if these children are given different upbringing? Twenty-five years later the children now grown up suddenly reappear on the doorsteps of their biological parents. Confused by his daughterâ ™s memory loss, one parent hires Alejandro a journalist to investigate. What he discovers shocks him to the core.
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Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire - Don Martin
WELCOME TO FOXFIREThe rules here are simple:Donâ ™t look in the trees.Donâ ™t whistle in the woods at night.Donâ ™t answer if you hear yourname called.And remember . . . everything wants.Verity Vox is a witch-in-training who has never met a problem her spells canâ ™t solve. But when a cryptic plea for help sends her to the forgotten coal mining town of Foxfire, she soon learns even magic has its limits.Verity discovers a curse was laid years ago by a traveling magician who vanished into the ancient Appalachian hills to seek greater power. Crops wonâ ™t grow. Bellies go hungry. Even treasured possessions fall apart. Whatâ ™s worse, people have gone missing amidst rumors that theyâ ™ve sought out the magician who is lying in wait for those foolish or desperate enough to strike a deal with him.The witch must break the curse, find a missing girl, and solve the mystery of whatâ ™s really under the mountain before the town falls forever into the clutches of the monster lurking in the hills.
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Outsmarting the Sociopath Next Door - Martha Stout
From Dr. Martha Stout s influential work The Sociopath Next Door, we learned how to identify a sociopath. Now she tells us what to actually do about it.While the best way to deal with a sociopath is to avoid them entirely, sometimes circumstance doesn t allow for that. What happens when the time comes to defend yourself against your own child, a boss, or ruthless ex-spouse? Inspired by the many chilling and often heartbreaking emails and letters she has received over the years, from her work with the victims of sociopathy, Dr. Martha Stout uncovers the psychology behind the sociopath s methods and provides concrete guidelines to help navigate these dangerous interactions.Organized around categories such as destructive narcissism, violent sociopaths, sociopathic coworkers, and the sociopath in your family, Outsmarting the Sociopath Next Door contains detailed explanation and commentary on how best to react in these situations to keep the sociopath at bay. Uniting these categories is a discussion of changing psychological theories of personality and sociopathy and the enduring triumph of conscience over those who operate without empathy or concern for others. By understanding the person you re dealing with and changing the rules of the game, you ll be able to gain the upper hand and escape the sociopath s influence.Whether you re fighting a custody battle against a sociopathic ex or being gaslighted by a boss or coworker, you ll find hope and help within these pages. With this guide to disarming the conscienceless, Dr. Stout aims to give readers the tools to protect themselves while conducting a broader examination of human behavior and conceptions of normality.
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Practice Makes Perfect German Sentence Builder - Ed Swick
The go-to sentence-building guide now includes a brand-new, fully comprehensive review chapter!Youâ ™ve learned the fundamentals of German grammar, like spelling, word meanings, and parts of speech. Now itâ ™s time to take the next step and put them all together to communicate complete ideas. Practice Makes Perfect German Sentence Builder, Second Edition guides you through the process of putting the â œpartsâ of German together correctly, from connecting words into clauses to writing original sentences to creating whole paragraphs. Youâ ™ll get where you want in no time through Practice Makes Perfectâ ™s systematic, crystal-clear approach to building sentences. Practice Makes Perfect German Sentence Builder, Second Edition features: â ¢ Clear explanations of how to apply grammar to create well-formed sentencesâ ¢ Numerous examples of correctly-formed German sentences â ¢ Lesson reinforcement with copious practice exercises, include multiple choice, sentence-correction, and building new sentences from scratchâ ¢ Answer key, including suggestions for creative exercises
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German Literature - Nicholas Boyle
German writers, from Luther and Goethe to Heine, Brecht, and Günter Grass, have had a profound influence on the modern world. This Very Short Introduction presents an engrossing tour of the course of German literature from the late Middle Ages to the present, focussing especially on the last 250 years. Emphasizing the economic and religious context of many masterpieces of German literature, it highlights how they can be interpreted as responses to social and political changes within an often violent and tragic history. The result is a new and clear perspective which illuminates the power of German literature and the German intellectual tradition, and its impact on the wider cultural world. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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Hemlock Bay - Martin Edwards
Don t miss the traditional murder mystery with a delightful twist from the King of classic crime, Martin Edwards â “ MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE is available to pre-order now. A CRITIC CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024 RUNNER UP Martin Edwards is a true master of British crime writing RICHARD OSMANBasil Palmer plans to murder a man called Louis Carson. The problem is Palmer doesn t know anything about his victim, including where to find him.After learning that Carson resides in a place called Hemlock Bay, Palmer travels there, posing as Dr Seamus Doyle and plotting murder along the way.Meanwhile, after hearing a psychic has predicted a murder will take place in Hemlock Bay, amateur sleuth Rachel Savernake sets off, determined to discover the serpent that has slithered into this idyllic Eden.When murder does occur at the resort, and after meeting a mysterious doctor called Seamus, Rachel finds herself entering a maze of intricate mysteries â “ just where she likes to beâ ¦The fifth ingenious Rachel Savernake Golden Age Mystery, which can be read in any order, for fans of Ann Cleeves, Sophie Hannah and AK Benedict. Combines all the things I love most about crime fiction: atmospheric settings, twisty plots, intriguing characters and an unforgettable protagonist ELLY GRIFFITHS Superbly satisfying... Golden age murder, subtly subverted period, clues galore and a hint of Gothic KATE GRIFFIN Rachel Savernake is a hero to cherish NICOLA UPSONDISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF.THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES #1 GALLOWS COURT #2 MORTMAIN HALL #3 BLACKSTONE FELL #4 SEPULCHRE STREET #5 HEMLOCK BAYSTANDALONE MYSTERIES #1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFEPraise for Martin Edwards Crime fiction is blessed to have Martin Edwards. NEW YORK TIMES Highly recommended, with a touch of the gothic. ANN CLEEVES Martin Edwards celebrates and satirises the genre with wit and affection... He leaves you wanting more. THE TIMES The brilliant Savernake is a fascinatingly enigmatic character. WASHINGTON POST Martin Edwards holds his own with the best of classic crime. DAILY MAIL Reads as if Ruth Rendell were channelling Edgar Wallace. MICK HERRON If you havenâ ™t yet discovered Martin Edwardsâ ™ books, you are in for a treat. His books are wonderful, filled with compelling characters, smart plots, great writing. LOUISE PENNYReaders love Hemlock Bay! Thoroughly entertaining murder mystery Very clever I love everything about the Rachel Savernake series Martin Edwards just gets better and better If you love cosy crimes the likes of Miss Marple then Edwards is one you need to read right away
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The Last Secrets of Anne Frank - Joop van Wijk-Voskuijl, Jeroen De Bruyn
The extraordinary story of Bep Voskuijl, Anne Frank’s closest friend during the 761 days she spent in the Secret Annex. Bep Voskuijl was just twenty-three when the Franks went into hiding and she risked her life to protect them, sourcing food and medicine under the noses of German soldiers and Dutch spies. But while Bep’s friendship with Anne blossomed, Bep’s sister Nelly – whose name was scrubbed from Anne’s published diary – was collaborating with the Nazis.Long after the war, haunted by the loss of Anne, Bep is unable to put to rest the horrifying suspicion that she had been betrayed by her own flesh and blood. Written by Bep’s son, The Last Secret of the Secret Annex is a captivating story of heroism, betrayal and the devastating, destructive power of a secret.
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Sepulchre Street - Martin Edwards
Don t miss the traditional murder mystery with a delightful twist from the King of classic crime, Martin Edwards â “ MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE is available to pre-order now. Martin Edwards is a true master of British crime writing RICHARD OSMANHow can you solve a murder before it s happened? This is my challenge for you, the woman in white said. I want you to solve my murder. London, 1930s: Rachel Savernake is attending renowned artist Damaris Gethinâ ™s latest exhibition, featuring live models who pose as famous killers. But thatâ ™s just the warm-up act...Unsure why she was invited, Rachel is soon cornered by the artist who asks her a haunting favour: she wants Rachel to solve her murder. Damaris then takes to the stage set with a guillotine, the lights go out â “ and Damaris executes herself.Why would Damaris take her own life? And, if she died by her own hand, what did she mean by â ˜solve my murderâ ™?There are many questions to answer, and the clues are there for those daring enough to solve them...Rachel Savernake faces her most puzzling murder yet in this glamorous gothic mystery from the winner of the CWA Diamond Dagger. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Richard Osman.DISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF. THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES #1 GALLOWS COURT #2 MORTMAIN HALL #3 BLACKSTONE FELL #4 SEPULCHRE STREET #5 HEMLOCK BAYSTANDALONE MYSTERIES #1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFEâ ˜Highly recommended, with a touch of the gothicâ ™ ANN CLEEVESPraise for Martin Edwards: Crime fiction is blessed to have Martin Edwards. THE NEW YORK TIMES Martin Edwards celebrates and satirises the genre with wit and affection... He leaves you wanting more. The Times The brilliant Savernake is a fascinatingly enigmatic character. Washington Post Ingeniously plotted and racily told...This is Edwards on the top of his form. Dorothy L Sayers Society Bulletin Martin Edwards holds his own with the best of classic crime. Daily Mailâ ˜Reads as if Ruth Rendell were channelling Edgar Wallace.â ™ Mick HerronReaders love Sepulchre Street! A great read in a series which keeps getting better Took me back to John Dickson Carrâ ™s bests. Simply wonderful stuff A cleverly plotted, witty whodunnit [Rachel Savernake is] one of the great modern crime literature creations First rate homage to the Golden Age of Detection while still doing something new with the genre. A brilliant book
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Blackstone Fell - Martin Edwards
Don t miss the traditional murder mystery with a delightful twist from the King of classic crime, Martin Edwards â “ MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE is available to pre-order now.â ˜A true master of British crime writingâ ™ RICHARD OSMANRachel Savernake investigates a bizarre locked-room puzzle in this delicious Gothic mystery from the winner of the CWA Diamond Dagger.England, 1930. Journalist Nell Fagan is on the trail of a bizarre mystery: in 1606, a man vanished from a locked gatehouse in Blackstone Fell, a remote Yorkshire village. Three hundred years later, it happened again. Days after confiding in sleuth Rachel Savernake, Nell herself disappears.In search for answers, and determined to bring an end to the disappearances, Rachel travels to the lonely Yorkshire village, with its eerie moor and sinister tower. But Rachel must be careful â “ with all of these people going missing, thereâ ™s every chance she will be taken too...For anyone who loves a dazzling mystery, Blackstone Fell explores the shadowy borderlands between the spiritual and scientific, between sanity and madness, and between virtue and deadly sin.DISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF.THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES #1 GALLOWS COURT #2 MORTMAIN HALL #3 BLACKSTONE FELL #4 SEPULCHRE STREET #5 HEMLOCK BAYSTANDALONE MYSTERIES #1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFEPraise for Martin Edwards Crime fiction is blessed to have Martin Edwards THE NEW YORK TIMES Martin Edwards celebrates and satirises the genre with wit and affection... He leaves you wanting more. THE TIMES Suspects abound in the bookâ ™s wonderfully labyrinthine plot, and the brilliant Savernake is a fascinatingly enigmatic character. WASHINGTON POST Perfect for those who love a locked-room mystery... with a wonderful golden age of crime feel. BELFAST TELEGRAPH Martin Edwards holds his own with the best of classic crime. DAILY MAIL Ingeniously plotted and racily told... Blackstone Fell is more or less impossible to put down â “ this is Edwards on the top of his form. DOROTHY L SAYERS SOCIETY BULLETIN If you havenâ ™t yet discovered Martin Edwardsâ ™ books, you are in for a treat. His books are wonderful, filled with compelling characters, smart plots, great writing. LOUISE PENNYReaders love Blackstone Fell! I was captivated from start to finish Full of twists and turns. Rather a lot of suspects and almost as many deaths. Great stuff Far and away my favourite series by Martin Edwards A superb book Oozes Golden age charm but has a modern sensibility and sharpness to it which I love
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Martin Chuzzlewit - Charles Dickens
With an Introduction and Notes by Dr John Bowen, Department of English, University of Keele.Illustrations by Hablot K. Browne (Phiz).Martin Chuzzlewit is Charles Dickens comic masterpiece about which his biographer, Forster, noted that it marked a crucial phase in the author s development as he began to delve deeper into the springs of character .Old Martin Chuzzlewit, tormented by the greed and selfishness of his family, effectively drives his grandson, young Martin, to undertake a voyage to America. It is a voyage which will have crucial consequences not only for young Martin, but also for his grandfather and his grandfather s servant, Mary Graham with whom young Martin is in love. The commercial swindle of the Anglo-Bengalee company and the fraudulent Eden Land Corporation have a topicality in our own time.This strong sub-plot shows evidence of Dickens mastery of crime where characters such as the criminal Jonas Chuzzlewit, the old nurse Mrs Gamp, and the arch-hypocrite Seth Pecksniff are the equal to any in his other great novels. Generations of readers have also delighted in Dickens wonderful description of the London boarding-house - Todgers .
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Gallows Court - Martin Edwards
Don t miss the traditional murder mystery with a delightful twist from the King of classic crime, Martin Edwards â “ MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFE is available to pre-order now.â ˜A true master of British crime writingâ ™ RICHARD OSMANA superb Golden Age mystery packed with twists, from the winner of the Diamond Dagger 2020 LONDON, 1930The night is sooty, sulphurous, and malign. A spate of violent deaths has horrified the capital and the smog-bound streets are deserted. No woman should be out on a night like this. But Rachel Savernake is no ordinary woman.To Scotland Yard s embarrassment, she solved the Chorus Girl Murder, and now â “ along with journalist Jacob Flint â “ she s on the trail of another killer.Savernake and Flint s pursuit of the truth will mire them ever-deeper into a labyrinth of deception and corruption. Murder-by-murder, they will be swept ever-closer to that ancient place of execution, where it all began and where it will finally end: Gallows Court.DISCOVER MORE THRILLING READS FROM THE KING OF CLASSIC CRIME, ALL FEATURING A CLUEFINDER SO YOU CAN PLAY DETECTIVE YOURSELF. THE RACHEL SAVERNAKE GOLDEN AGE MYSTERIES #1 GALLOWS COURT #2 MORTMAIN HALL #3 BLACKSTONE FELL #4 SEPULCHRE STREET #5 HEMLOCK BAYSTANDALONE MYSTERIES #1 MISS WINTER IN THE LIBRARY WITH A KNIFEReviews for Gallows Court Superb â “ a pitch-perfect blend of Golden Age charm and sinister modern suspense, with a main character to die for. This is the book Edwards was born to write Lee Child Packed with evocative period detail, twists and turns and a fascinatingly enigmatic anti-heroine Financial Times Edwards has managed, brilliantly, to combine a Golden Age setting with a pace that is bang up-to-date. A great sense of the era observed through a cut-throat-sharp eye, every page dripping with brilliant period authenticity Peter James A ripping tale of retribution and rough justice, set against a finely realised 1930s London. It reads as if Ruth Rendell were channelling Edgar Wallace Mick Herron Liberally spiced with mystery, suspense and action... A thoroughly gripping read Peter Robinson The brilliant Savernake is a fascinatingly enigmatic character Washington PostReaders love Gallows Court! A clever, twisting, ingenious plot Kept me reading long into the night. More Jacob Flint and more Rachel Savernake please Beautifully redolent of the golden age of crime but bang up-to-date with its themes and with fresh characters I absolutely modestly raise my cloche hat to the ingenuity of Gallows Court. I was totally immersed A superb fusion of golden age crime and dark, psychological thriller
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Scorsese on Filmmaking and Faith - Antonio Spadaro, Martin Scorsese
Have I succeeded, in my own life? I don’t know. I don’t think so. I’m in my eighties now and I just don’t know. But then, maybe “success” is the wrong way of framing it. You just try, and when you fail, you keep trying.’Over the course of eight years, Martin Scorsese and Jesuit theologian Antonio Spadaro discussed filmmaking and faith.From his Catholic upbringing amidst the brutality of 1950s New York to the heights of Hollywood, Scorsese sketches a unique self-portrait. And from Mean Streets to Killers of the Flower Moon – and especially the spiritual reckonings of The Last Temptation of Christ and Silence – he grants readers a new understanding of his films.Reflecting on grace and violence, fear and hope, passion and belief, these rich and intimate conversations offer a remarkable insight into the director’s life and work.
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The Secret Purposes - David Baddiel
THE SECRET PURPOSES, David Baddiel s third novel, takes us into a little-known and still somewhat submerged area of British history: the internment of German Jewish refugees on the Isle of Man during the Second World War. Isaac Fabian, on the run with his young family from Nazism in East Prussia, comes to Britain assuming he has found asylum, but instead finds himself drowning in the morass of ignorance, half-truth, prejudice, and suspicion that makes up government attitudes to German Jews in 1940. One woman, June Murray, a translator from the Ministry of Information, stands out - and when she comes to the island on a personal mission to uncover solid evidence of Nazi atrocities, her meeting with Isaac will have far-reaching consequences for both of them. A haunting and beautifully written tale of love, displacement and survival, THE SECRET PURPOSES profoundly questions the way that truth - both personal and political - emerges from the tangle of history.
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Child Desmond, Rouge: Runners In The Night - CD (4050538611007)
Hudební CD - Reedice druhého alba skupiny „Runners In The Night”, které původně vyšlo stejně jako jeho předchůdce v roce 1979. Desmond Child je americký hudebník, skladatel a producent. Reedice druhého alba skupiny „Runners In The Night”, které původně vyšlo stejně jako jeho předchůdce v roce 1979. Desmond Child je americký hudebník, skladatel a producent. Z jeho pera vzešlo několik skutečných megahitů rockové scény „I Was Made For Loving You” (Kiss), „You Give Love A bad Name” (Bon Jovi), „Poison” (Alice Cooper), „Crazy” (Aerosmith), ale i třeba „The Cup Of Life” (Ricky Martin). Svou kariéru však Desmond zahájil v roce 1975, kdy Desmond a zpěvačky Myriam Valle, Maria Vidal a Diana Grasselli se skupinou najatých hudebníků založili skupinu Desmond Child amp; Rouge. Rok vydání : 1979 (2.album) Rok reedice : 2020 Seznam stop CD The Truth Comes Out / My Heart #039;s On Fire / The Night Was Not / Goodbye Baby / Runners In The Night / Tumble In The Night / Scared...
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The Little Town Where Time Stood Still - Bohumil Hrabal
Folks, life is beautiful! Bring on the drinks, I m sticking around till I m ninety! Do you hear? A young boy grows up in a sleepy Czech community where little changes. His raucous, mischievous Uncle Pepin came to stay with the family years ago, and never left. But the outside world is encroaching on their close-knit town - first in the shape of German occupiers, and then with the new Communist order. Elegiac and moving, Bohumil Hrabal s gem-like portrayal of the passing of an age is filled with wit, life and tenderness. What is unique about Hrabal is his capacity for joy Milan Kundera Even in a town where nothing happens, Hrabal s meticulous and exuberant fascination with the human voice insists that, as long as there s still breath in a body, life is endlessly eventful Independent.
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The White Giraffe Series: The Lion Cub
Imagine rescuing a lion cub . . . After Martine rescues an orphaned lion cub from a market, she dreams of keeping him forever. But Tau, the cub, already has a home. He s been snatched from one of South Africa s most famous game reserves.When Martine and her best friend Ben are invited to the reserve to help settle Tau in, they leap at the chance. But the beautiful wilderness is riddled with mysteries and secrets, and the lion cub s secret is the biggest of all.As Martine and Ben start asking questions, they quickly discover that there are those who ll stop at nothing to get to Tau. Will the lonely lion cub ever be truly free?Lauren St John s White Giraffe series has become internationally beloved. This is the perfect time to discover - or rediscover - this bestselling series.
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The Collini Case - Ferdinand Von Schirach
NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTUREFEATURED IN THE TIMES TOP 100 CRIME THRILLER NOVELS SINCE 1945A murder. A murderer. No motive.Fabrizio Collini is a hard working, quiet and respectable man. Until the day he visits one of Berlin s most luxurious hotels and kills an innocent man in cold blood. Young attorney Caspar Leinen takes the case. Getting Collini a not-guilty verdict would make his name. But far too late he discovers that he knows Collini s victim. Leinen is caught in a professional and personal dilemma. Collini admits the murder but won t say why he did it, forcing Leinen to defend a man who won t defend himself. And worse, a close friend, and relation of the victim, insists that he give up the case. His reputation, his career and this friendship are all at risk.But then he makes a discovery that goes way beyond his own concerns and exposes a terrible and deadly truth at the heart of German justice . . .The Collini Case is a masterful court room drama that will have readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish - fans of John le Carre will love this. __________ A magnificent storyteller Der Spiegel A murder trial full of political explosiveness: thrilling, clever, staggering Focus Terrific Elle Ferdinand von Schirach brilliantly draws you under his spell Bunte
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Metaphysics and Nihilism - Martin Heidegger
The two treatises The Overcoming of Metaphysics (1938/39) and The Essence of Nihilism (1946â “1948) do not belong together temporally or formally, but they are brought together in this volume because they both treat a common thesis from the standpoint of different questions â “ namely, that nihilism is the essence of metaphysics in relation to the history of being. The overcoming of metaphysics is, for Heidegger, the decisive historical moment in which metaphysics is experienced as the history of the abandonment by being and overcome at the same time. The abandonment of beings by being reveals itself in the final and most extreme intensification of metaphysics as the â œunconditioned predominance of manipulation.â Manipulation means here the all-dominating producibility of beings. The Essence of Nihilism is linked to the idea of overcoming. This text deals with the attempt to elucidate the essence of nihilism through Nietzscheâ ™s words â œGod is dead.â  The killing of God springs from the will to power as the most extreme form of manipulation. The being of beings is grasped here as the positing of values emanating from the will to power. In this positing of being as value, it becomes clear that being itself remained unthought in metaphysics. Therefore, metaphysics as such is nihilism proper. These key works by Heidegger, now available in English for the first time, will be of great interest to students and scholars of philosophy and to anyone interested in Heideggerâ ™s thought.
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Úvahy II-VI (Černé sešity 1931-1938) - Martin Heidegger
Od roku 1931 do začátku 70. let si Martin Heidegger zaznamenával své myšlenky do sešitů vázaných v černém voskovaném plátně. Záznamy nejsou datovány, ale představují svérázný myslitelský deník, který nechává čtenáře nahlédnout hluboko do autorovy mysli, ať už jde o jeho filosofické dílo, či o to, jak si představoval obrodu Německa nacionálním socialismem po 1. světové válce a jak byly jeho představy faktickým vývojem zklamávány. V rámci obsáhlého Heideggerova díla, které sám na sklonku života uspořádal a rovněž určil, v jakém pořadí mají jednotlivé svazky vycházet, bylo 34 „černých sešitů“ zařazeno až na úplný konec jako svazky 94–102. První sešit (Úvahy I) se nedochoval. Až do zveřejnění v předchozím desetiletí nesměli mít k těmto zápiskům přístup ani specializovaní badatelé.****MARTIN HEIDEGGER (1889–1976), od roku 1919 asistent E. Husserla, se stal r. 1928 jeho nástupcem na univerzitě ve Freiburgu a v letech 1933–1934 jejím rektorem. Vyšel z Husserlovy fenomenologie a v dialogu se svými antickými i novověkými předchůdci celoživotně rozvíjel otázku po bytí.
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The German Way of War on the Eastern Front, 1943-1945 - Jaap Jan Brouwer
Early 1943 marked a turning point in the battle on the Eastern Front. After the devastating defeat at Stalingrad, the German army was no longer able to take the initiative and control the battle. In the following years, despite tactical victories, the German army would be gradually pushed back until Soviet units eventually reached Berlin and captured the Reichstag. In the meantime, both enemies had learned a great deal and new weapons were rapidly introduced onto the battlefield. On 8 May 1945, this bloody confrontation between the two giants ended in the unconditional surrender of Germany and a new geopolitical equilibrium was created. This titanic battle is illustrated with witness accounts from generals, soldiers and civilians. Attention is not only paid to the course of the battle, but also to the tactics and organisational dimensions of the armies involved, the challenges of the vastness of the country, the dilemmas for civilians caught between the fighting parties and the flight of millions of Germans to the West in an attempt to escape from the atrocities of the Soviet army. The book also considers the role of the Reichsbahn in the field of logistics, and the importance of the innovation and production capacity of both armies. In also pays attention to the origins of the Cold War that was to follow this confrontation and which would last until 1989.
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The Case of the German Doctor - Tsuriel Sdomi
When William von Antrim decided to pursue a career as a doctor, working to help Jewish survivors recover from the horrors of World War II, he believed he was doing all in his power to help his people survive. A German refugee himself, William fled to America with his mother after she was accused of being of Jewish descent. William s father left them with only his estate, his family name, and his legacy. A legacy that proves to be William s downfall. What begins with a shameful truth coming to light forces William to confront not only his family s past but his own. William s case threads together one tragic character after another: a Jewish prosecutor whose life was saved by an unexpected act of kindness; a fragile woman with a shocking story of revenge and betrayal; an ambitious attorney who struggles with morality; and William himself, who faces the dire consequences of his relentless attempts at redemption, regardless of the steep price he must pay. Evoking questions on the banality of evil, morality, and guilt, The Case of the German Doctor is a deep, page-turning debut novel that will shock readers until the end.
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The Story of Aston Martin - Peter Tomalin
The Story of Aston Martin is a compact and beautifully designed celebration of the iconic car manufacturer.With their stunning looks and powerful engineering, Aston Martin s cars have been synonymous with speed and luxury for more than 110 years. In The Story of Aston Martin, every aspect of the legendary brand s success is celebrated, from its pre-WWI beginnings to its current position at the summit of design and construction.Mixing heritage and creativity, Aston Martin has produced some of the most sought-after cars ever made. From the DB4 GT Zagato and James Bond s DB5 to the DBR1 Le Mans winner and the extraordinary Valkyrie hypercar, this famous marque is a by-word for sophistication and performance. And with its sports car and F1 racing teams, Aston Martin has also proven itself on the racetrack.Filled with stunning imagery and insightful commentary, The Story of Aston Martin charts the history of this legendary marque in a package that will sit perfectly on any car fan s bookshelf.
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The German Way of War in the North Africa Campaign - Jaap Jan Brouwer
Much has been written about the Second World War and certainly about the campaigns in North Africa. While often a historical perspective is chosen, this book chooses a more organisational approach in addition to a historical perspective. The reason for this is that the course and outcome of military actions can only be understood if one has a clear picture of the organisational dimensions of the armies involved. After all, the combinations of the number of men and weapons is vital when considering the way the war will be fought and the outcome of the confrontation. This includes elements such as the organisational structure, the degree of decentralisation, the leadership style, the training level of the troops, team building, the command, control and intelligence structure, etc. When we talk about North Africa, we of course also talk about Rommel, a central figure in the events described. Other names that are for ever connected with North Africa are El Alamein, one of the turning points of the Second World War, and Montgomery, the British general who managed to turn the tide. This book begins with a sketch of the organisational dimensions of the German and British armies, but also looks at the dynamics of the fighting in North Africa and the demands it placed on men, officers, equipment, leadership, training, logistics, planning etc.
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Martius. The Book of Palms - Lack Walter H.
On December 15, 1868, Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794â “1868), Professor of Botany at the University of Munich and director of the Royal Botanic Garden, was carried to his grave in a coffin covered with fresh palm leaves. These were a reference to his groundbreaking Natural History of Palms: a work in three volumes, published between 1823 and 1853. At the time, this encyclopedic treasury contained the sum of human knowledge on the topic, and included 240 exquisite chromolithographic illustrations, featuring landscape views of palm habitats and botanical dissections.This epic folio was based on von Martiusâ ™s expedition to Brazil and Peru with zoologist Johann Baptist von Spix, sponsored by King Maximilian I of Bavaria, to investigate natural history and native tribes. From 1817 to 1820 the pair traveled over 2,250 km (1,400 miles) throughout the Amazon basin, the most species-rich palm region in the world, collecting and sketching specimens. On their return both men were awarded knighthoods and lifetime pensions. In his epic work, von Martius outlined the modern classification of palm, produced the first maps of palm biogeography, described all the palms of Brazil, and collated the sum of all known genera of the palm family. Apart from his own collection of specimens and notes, von Martius also wrote about the findings of others. Von Martiusâ ™s folio is unusual in its inclusion of cross-sectioned diagrams, conveying the architecture of these mighty trees, which central Europeans would have found hard to imagine accurately. Equally remarkable are the color landscapes showing various palmsâ ”often standing aloneâ ”which have a simple and elegant beauty. This famous work is an unrivaled landmark in botanic illustration and taxonomy.
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The German Way of War on the Eastern Front, 1941-1943 - Jaap Jan Brouwer
On 22 June 1941, at 0410hrs, Operation Barbarossa began. More than 3 million German soldiers crossed the border with the Soviet Union and moved east, where 4.7 million Soviet soldiers were waiting for them. Hitler expected his troops would be on the Volga before the end of the year and that important cities such as Moscow and Leningrad would have been captured. But the reality was very different; the Germans made impressive territorial gains, but their offensive eventually came to a halt at Stalingrad in December 1942, which proved to be a turning point in the war.This titanic battle is illustrated here using eyewitness accounts from generals, soldiers and civilians. Attention is not only paid to the course of the battle, but also to the tactics and organizational dimensions of the armies involved, the challenges of the vastness of the country, the dilemmas for people in the conquered areas, and the way the Germans tried to conquer their hearts while at the same time fighting a fierce guerrilla war. The role of the Reichsbahn in the field of logistics is also examined, as is the importance of the innovation and production capacity of both armies.
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A Game of Thrones: The Story Continues - George R. R. Martin
THE INSPIRATION FOR HBO AND SKY’S INTERNATIONAL SMASH HIT GAME OF THRONESDiscover the series behind the global phenomenon and the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age with this seven-book collection.Return to Westeros.More than a hundred years after the events of HBO and Sky’s HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, the greatest battle for the Iron Throne began…George R.R. Martin s A Song of Ice and Fire series has set the benchmark for contemporary epic fantasy. Labelled by Time magazine as one of the top 100 most influential people in the world, Martin has conjured a world as complex and vibrant as that of J.R.R. Tolkien, populated by a huge cast of fascinating, complex characters, and boasting a history that stretches back twelve thousand years.Three great storylines weave through the books, charting the civil war for control of the Seven Kingdoms; the defence of the towering Wall of ice in the uttermost north against the unearthly threat of the Others; and across the Narrow Sea the rise to power of Daenerys Targaryen and the last live dragons in the world.A Song of Ice and Fire is the inspiration for HBO and Sky’s Game of Thrones, the most-watched TV series of all time.The box-set includes:A GAME OF THRONESA CLASH OF KINGSA STORM OF SWORDS, 1: STEEL AND SNOWA STORM OF SWORDS, 2: BLOOD AND GOLDA FEAST FOR CROWSA DANCE WITH DRAGONS, 1: DREAMS AND DUSTA DANCE WITH DRAGONS, 2: AFTER THE FEAST
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She Speaks: The Women of Greek Myths in Their Own Words - Honor Cargill-Martin
In She Speaks, passionate classicist Honor Cargill-Martin redresses this imbalance by retelling eight classic Greek myths, this time from an all-female perspective. Written in first-person, we hear from the astute sorceress Medea and her pivotal role in the quest for the Golden Fleece; discover the contributions of Cretan princess Ariadne in the slaying of the Minotaur; witness the strength and resilience of Atalanta, Circe, Helen of Troy, and many other women who have been previously overshadowed by their male counterparts. With her meticulous research and insightful storytelling, readers will be mesmerised as Honor resurrects these voices, breathes new life into well-loved stories, and drags the Classics into the modern world. Stories include: PANDORA #39;S STORY The first woman on Earth who opened a box - and gave the world hope MEDUSA #39;S STORY Not a monster, but a #39;monstered #39; woman accepting herself MEDEA #39;S STORY The astute sorceress #39;s quest for the Golden Fleece ATALANTA #39;S STORY The strongest women in all of Greece who defied the expectations of her time ARIADNE #39;S STORY The Cretan princess who slayed the Minotaur HELEN #39;S STORY The queen of Sparta who reclaims her beauty - and her throne! PENTHESILEA #39;S STORY The Amazonian warrior who never left a woman behind on the battlefield CIRCE #39;S STORY The mighty sorceress who turned human beings into animals This enchanting anthology for children ages 7+ features: - Eight classic Greek myths, specially retold for young feminists - Insightful storytelling from #39;the new Mary Beard #39;, classicist Honor Cargill-Martin - Striking illustrations by Camelia Pham, whose epic fantasy-inspired artwork has earned herself an Instagram following of 50,000 - Stunning holographic foil on the cover Praise for She Speaks #39;Cargill-Martin #39;s exciting and insightful retelling breathes new life into characters who are often not given as much airtime as their male counterparts #39; - Charlotte Eyre, The Bookseller
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She Speaks: The Women of Norse Myths in their Own Words - Honor Cargill-Martin
Discover your favourite Norse myths - with a twist. This time you ll hear from the female characters in their own words. Meet Freyja, the enchanting goddess who brought magic and harmony to Asgard. Join the eternally youthful Idunn as she reclaims her stolen life-giving apples from the trickster Loki. Witness the fearless Gridr equipping Thor with the power to survive a deadly clash against the ruthless giant Geirrod. Written by classics expert Honor Cargill-Martin, this illustrated treasure trove of eight thrilling tales brings the legends of Norse mythology to life like never before! FREYJA S STORYThe goddess who brought magic and harmony to AsgardIDDUN S STORYThe goddess of eternal youth who was kidnapped by Loki for her life-giving applesSKADI S STORYThe bowhunting giantess who avenged her father s deathGEFION S STORYThe entrepreneurial goddess who creates her own islandFRIGG S STORYThe Queen of Asgard s attempt to protect her beloved son BaldrGRIDR S STORYThe jötunn who helps Thor survive a deadly encounter with the Giant GeirrodHERVOR S STORYThe shieldmaiden who challenged her father s ghost for his swordBRYNHILDR S STORYThe vengeful Valkyrie who was betrayed by the man she lovedThis enchanting anthology for children ages 7+ features:- Eight classic Norse myths, specially retold for young feminists - Insightful storytelling from the new Mary Beard , classicist Honor Cargill-Martin- Extensive backmatter, with a full synopsis of each story, bibliography and further reading- Stunning Viking red foil on the cover Praise for She Speaks: The Women of Greek Myths in Their Own Words Cargill-Martin s exciting and insightful retelling breathes new life into characters who are often not given as much airtime as their male counterparts -Charlotte Eyre, The Bookseller Lavishly illustrated and dynamic collection of retellings -Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian
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The Autobiography Of Martin Luther King, Jr - Martin Luther King jr.
With knowledge, spirit, good humour and passion, The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr brings to life a remarkable man whose thoughts and actions speak to our most burning contemporary issues and still inspire the desires, hopes and dreams of us all. Written in his own words, this history-making autobiography is Martin Luther King: the mild-mannered, inquisitive child and student who rebelled against segregation; the dedicated young minister who constantly questioned the depths of his faith and the limits of his wisdom; the loving husband and father who sought to balance his family s needs with those of a growing nationwide movement; and the reflective, world-famous leader who was fired by a vision of equality for people everywhere.Relevant and insightful, this autobiography offers King s seldom discussed views on some of the world s greatest and most controversial figures including John F. Kennedy, Malcolm X, Mahatma Gandhi and Richard Nixon. It also paints a rich and moving portrait of a people, a time and a nation in the face of powerful change. Finally, it shows how everyday Americans from all walks of life confronted themselves, each other and the burden of the past - and how their fears and courage helped shape our future.
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The World of Ice and Fire - Elio M. Garcia Jr., Linda Antonsson, Martin George R.R.
The never-before-seen history of Westeros and the lands beyond. With hundreds of pages of all-new material from George R.R. Martin.If the past is prologue, then George R.R. Martinâ ™s masterworkâ ”the most inventive and entertaining fantasy saga of our timeâ ”warrants one hell of an introduction. At long last, it has arrived with THE WORLD OF ICE AND FIRE.George R.R. Martin, in collaboration with Elio M. GarcÃa, Jr. and Linda Antonsson, has written a comprehensive history of the Seven Kingdoms, featuring the epic battles, bitter rivalries, and daring rebellions that lead up to the events in the bestselling A Song of Ice and Fire series.Collected within this volume is the accumulated knowledge, scholarly speculation, and inherited folk tales of maesters and septons, maegi and singers, including over 170 full-colour illustrations and maps, family trees for the Houses Stark, Lannister and Targaryen, and in-depth explanations of the history and culture of Westeros.This is the definitive companion volume to George R.R. Martinâ ™s dazzlingly conceived universe; THE WORLD OF ICE AND FIRE is indeed proof that the pen is mightier than a storm of swords.
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The Internet of Animals - Martin Wikelski
An illuminating account of animal migration and the stunning new science that reveals their infinite, untapped knowledge.“A loving ode to science itself, told with wit and wonder. —Thor Hanson, author of Hurricane Lizards and Plastic SquidWhat do animals know that we don’t? How do elephants detect tsunamis before they happen? How do birds predict hurricanes? In The Internet of Animals, renowned scientist Martin Wikelski convincingly argues that animals possess a unique “sixth sense” that humans are only beginning to grasp …All we need to do is give animals a voice and our perception of the world could change forever. That’s what author Martin Wikelski and his team of scientists believe, and this book shares their story for the first time. As they tag animals around the world with minuscule tracking devices, they link their movements to The International Space Station, which taps into the ‘internet of animals’: an astonishing network of information made up of thousands of animals communicating with each other and their environments. Called the International Cooperation for Animal Research Using Space, or ICARUS, this phenomenal project is poised to change our world.Down on the ground, Wikelski describes animals’ sixth sense first-hand. Farm animals become restless when earthquakes are imminent. Animals on the African plains sense when poachers are on the move. Frigatebirds in South America depart before hurricanes arrive …As Wikelski shows, animal migratory rhythms are not triggered by genes encoded in their DNA, as previously thought, but by elaborate cultures that are long established. What does this mean for humans? It means that, by paying attention to animal cultures, we can learn more about our environments. We can better prepare for natural disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, and hurricanes. Most of all, we can learn to live alongside animals in harmony for the betterment of our future, their future, and the future of the planet.
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The Lilac Girls of Ravensbruck - Martha Hall Kelly
The phenominal million-copy bestselling novel by Martha Hall Kelly. Harrowing ... Lilac illuminates. People A compelling, page-turning narrative ... It s smart, thoughtful and also just an old-fashioned good read. Fort Worth Star, Telegram A powerful story for readers everywhere ... A novel that brings to life what these women and many others suffered ... I was moved to tears. San Francisco Book Review__________or three women living through World War II, the threat of war poses very separate issues - that is, until their lives become intertwined in the most tragic of circumstances.New York socialite Caroline Ferriday has her hands full with her post at the French consulate and a new love on the horizon. But Caroline s world is forever changed when Hitler s army invades Poland in September 1939-and then sets its sights on France.An ocean away from Caroline, Kasia Kuzmerick, a Polish teenager, senses her carefree youth disappearing as she is drawn deeper into her role as courier for the underground resistance movement. In a tense atmosphere of watchful eyes and suspecting neighbors, one false move can have dire consequences.For the ambitious young German doctor, Herta Oberheuser, an ad for a government medical position seems her ticket out of a desolate life. Once hired, though, she finds herself trapped in a male-dominated realm of Nazi secrets and power.The lives of these three women are set on a collision course when the unthinkable happens and Kasia is sent to Ravensbrück, the notorious Nazi concentration camp for women. Their stories cross continents-from New York to Paris, Germany, and Poland-as Caroline and Kasia strive to bring justice to those whom history has forgotten.__________ [A] compelling first novel . . . This is a page-turner demonstrating the tests and triumphs civilians faced during war, complemented by Kelly s vivid depiction of history and excellent characters. Publishers Weekly Kelly vividly re-creates the world of Ravensbrück. Kirkus Reviews Martha Hall Kelly has woven together the stories of three women during World War II that reveal the bravery, cowardice, and cruelty of those days. Lisa See Lilac Girls is the best book I ve read all year. It will haunt you. Jamie Ford I can t remember the last time I read a novel that moved me so deeply. Beatriz Williams
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A Sufi Saint of the Twentieth Century - Martin Lings
Almost a prerequisite for any serious study of Sufism in European languages : this was the verdict of Seyyed Hossein Nasr in his review of the first edition of A Sufi Saint of the Twentieth Century: Shaikh Ahmad al-Alawi his Spiritual Heritage and Legacy. In this work, the author, Dr Martin Lings, presents a vivid picture of the unforgettable figure of the Algerian Shaykh Ahmad al-Alawi through a short biography by his French doctor and the translation of the Shaykh al-Alawi s own autobiography. These are followed by expositions of the Shaykh al-Alawi s teachings which are based on pure metaphysics and gnosis. Finally, Dr Martin Lings translates selections from Shaykh al-Alawi s aphorisms and mystical poetry. The whole work immerses the reader in the world of North African Sufism both as an intellectual tradition and a living reality.
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Aristotelova Metafyzika IX, 1-3 - Martin Heidegger
Cyklus přednášek z letního semestru r. 1931 na universitě ve Freiburku s podtitulem ”Bytnost a skutečnost mohoucnosti”, v nichž autor analyzuje Aristotelovy pojmy dynamis a energeia. Přeložil I. Chvatík. Kniha, kterou dostává čtenář do ruky, patří k nejzasvěcenějším a nejsrozumitelnějším úvodům do celé Aristotelovy filosofie a je také dokladem toho, že to byl právě Heidegger, kdo naučil dvacáté století číst Aristotela nově.
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Věda, technika a zamyšlení - Martin Heidegger
Překlad dvou významných přednášek z roku 1953 (Otázka techniky. Věda a zamyšlení), které reprezentují Heideggerovo definitivní stanovisko k novověké vědě a moderní technice. Svou celoživotní otázku, jíž byla otázka po bytí, promýšlel Heidegger jednak v rozhovoru se svými antickými i novověkými předchůdci, jednak na pozadí především Hölderlinova myslivého básnění , a konečně v opakované konfrontaci s tím, co určuje naši dobu, což pro něho byla věda a technika.
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Essential German Grammar - Martin Durrell, Claudia Kaiser, Katrin Kohl
Essential German Grammar is a student-friendly grammar and workbook designed to give learners a firm foundation on which to build a real understanding of both spoken and written German. The reference grammar section offers clear explanations of key grammar points while a separate exercise section gives students the opportunity to test themselves and put into practice what they have learned. This new edition has been revised and updated throughout. Explanations, tables and exercises have been improved and a number of the authentic texts and illustrations have been replaced by new material. Key features of this third edition include: -User-friendly layout with updated two-colour design, engaging illustrations and visually appealing tables throughout to aid the learning process.-Clear and accessible explanations with memorable examples informed by the latest research on the German language and presented in accordance with current teaching methodology -Helpful translations and parallels between English and German provided where relevant -End-of-chapter extracts taken from contemporary journalistic or authentic literary sources, illustrating grammar in context, with model translations provided at the back of the book -Material to enable better strategic learning and understanding, including a Why Grammar?—FAQ section, a glossary of grammatical terms in both English and German and a complete answer key to exercises -A companion website at www.routledge.com/cw/kaiser offering a wealth of additional materials, including interactive exercises, quizzes and flashcards to test student understanding, downloadable PDF sheets for classroom use, PowerPoint slides for instructors and audio recordings illustrating the sounds of spoken German. Written by highly experienced lecturers in the field, Essential German Grammar is an invaluable resource for intermediate and advanced students of German (CEFR levels A2 to B2, ACTFL Novice High to Intermediate High). It is designed to function equally as a free-standing grammar or as a foundation grammar for Hammer’s German Grammar and Usage and is suitable for both classroom use and self-study.
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O bytnosti základu - Martin Heidegger
Heideggerovo pojednání O bytnosti základu bylo publikováno krátce po Bytí a času a vznikalo současně s přednáškou Co je metafyzika?. Heidegger v něm nastoluje otázku po počátku či základu v návaznosti na filosofickou tradici sahající od Platóna a Aristotela, přes Leibnize a Kanta až po Schellinga. Sám však tuto otázku klade s novou radikalitou tím, že ji staví na půdu problému transcendence a svobody pobytu. Pojednání ústředních témat spisu, jako je transcendence, svoboda a transcendentální pojem světa zároveň vrhá objasňující světlo na některé myšlenkové motivy Bytí a času i přednášky Co je metafyzika?. Význam tohoto spisu spočívá také v tom, že se zde objevuje myšlenka ontologické diference jsoucna a bytí (poprvé formulovaná v Základních problémech fenomenologie z roku 1927), jejímž základem je podle Heideggera právě transcendence pobytu. Český překlad vychází v zrcadlovém německo-českém vydání. Přeložil Václav Němec.
Objev podobné jako O bytnosti základu - Martin Heidegger
Václav Havel – The Power of the Powerless in the 20th Century - Martin Vopěnka - audiokniha
Audiokniha: „Truth and love must triumph over lies and hatred.“ Václav Havel. Martin Vopěnka weaves historical events with biographical narratives, describing the essence of a totalitarian society and the individual s yearning for truth. Are there gaps in your children s knowledge of 20th-century history? Would they struggle to assemble basic information about Václav Havel s life? This experienced author describes the personality of the first Czech president within the context of 20th-century history. He artfully combines historical occurrences with personal accounts, describing the nature of a totalitarian society and the unwavering pursuit of truth by individuals. Young readers will acquire a lucid understanding of figures like Masaryk and Hitler, the aftermath of the Munich Betrayal, and the milieu in which Václav Havel came of age. Following February 1948, the thoughtful, privileged child transformed into an undesirable son of a bourgeois family with the label unsuitable for studies . Nevertheless, his heart and intellect were in the right place. His clear vision of the world around him and his personal charisma eventually propelled him into the unofficial leadership of the anti-regime movement and the presidency of our country.
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The Everything Learning German Book, 3rd Edition - Edward Swick
Discover just how easy it is to learn German with this updated edition of The Everything Learning German Book with new online audio so you can quickly access the pronunciation guide and exercises while you’re reading.It’s easy to become intimidated by the prospect of learning a foreign language. Now, with online audio, The Everything Learning German Book, 3rd Edition eliminates the stumbling blocks of learning a language to bring you quick and easy success. Whether you are a first-time learner, relearner, or international traveler, you’ll learn the German language through step-by-step instructions and practical exercises. Cultural information about Germany and the German people makes the guide both simple and entertaining. The pronunciation, parts of speech, and basic vocabulary tips covered in this guide will benefit students, travelers, restaurant-goers, and anyone seeking to learn the language upon which much of English is based. You will learn how to: -Understand verbal etiquette -Order in a restaurant -Ask directions -Communicate efficiently while traveling -Greet strangers properly This edition also includes access to online audio, with pronunciation guides and vocabulary lists. Supplemented by both English-to-German and German-to-English dictionaries, this valuable language reference is the perfect way to learn—or relearn—the language.
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