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Charles S. Singleton, Dante Alighieri |
Princeton
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The Divine Comedy, I. Inferno, Vol. I. Part 1 Text - The Divine Comedy
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Dante's Inferno, this iconic section of "The Divine Comedy," is a masterpiece that guides you through a vivid and allegorical underworld adventure. You'll explore complex themes of morality and redemption with Dante as your lost soul seeks guidance. It's a cornerstone of literature, challenging but ultimately enriching for those intrigued by history, philosophy, and timeless human struggles.
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David Coward, Alexandre Dumas |
Oxford
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Twenty Years After
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Two decades have passed since the famous swordsmen triumphed over Cardinal Richelieu and Milady in The Three Musketeers . Time has weakened their resolve, and dispersed their loyalties. But treasons and strategems still cry out for civil war endangers the throne of France, while inEngland, Cromwell threatens to send Charles I to the scaffold. Dumas brings his immortal quartet out of retirement to cross swords with time, the malevolence of men, and the forces of history. But their greatest test is the titanic struggle with the son of Milady who wears the face of evil.
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Gerard Manley Hopkins, Catherine Phillips |
Oxford
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Selected Poetry
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Gerard Manley Hopkins (1844-89) is now recognized as a major poet of striking originality and is widely admired for his particularly vivid expression of feeling. This selection, chosen from the award-winning Oxford Authors critical edition, includes most of the larger fragments and all of his major English poems, such as "The Blessed Virgin," "No Worst," "The Windhover," "Pied Beauty" and "The Wreck of the Deutschland." The poems are illuminated further by extensive Notes and a useful Introduction to Hopkins's life and poetry.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Malcolm M. Willcock
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A Companion to The Iliad
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This book is a great resource for anyone who wants to fully understand The Iliad, as it offers insightful commentary that provides context for the story's complex allusions and conventions. The line-by-line guide is accessible to readers of all levels, making it a great choice for students or general readers looking to enrich their understanding of this classic text.
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Willard R. Trask, Erich Auerbach, Edward W. Said |
Princeton
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Mimesis: The Representation of Reality in Western Literature
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Mimesis is an essential read for anyone interested in literary criticism and the evolution of Western literature. Auerbach's analysis is incredibly detailed and insightful, and his arguments are supported by illuminating readings of key passages from his primary texts. He also refutes narrow forms of nationalism or chauvinism in an impassioned manner. The new expanded edition includes an introduction by Edward Said and an essay by Auerbach that responds to his critics. Overall, the book is an eloquent analysis of how reality is represented, making it a must-read for all literature enthusiasts.
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Geoffrey Keynes, William Blake |
Oxford
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Songs of Innocence and Experience
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Blake was one of the finest craftsmen of his time, an artist for whom art and poetry were inextricably linked. He was an independent and rebellious thinker, who abhorred pretension and falsity in others. His "Songs of Innocence" are products of this innocent imagination untainted by worldliness, while the "Songs of Experience" resulted from his feelings of indignation and pity for the suffering of mankind.The "Songs of Innocence and of Experience," containing some of Blake's finest and best-loved poems, are present here in the form which satisfied the high expectations of his poetic and artistic aspirations. The fifty-four plates which Blake originally etched and coloured by hand, are faithfully reproduced with the same delicacy and dimensions as the artist created them.
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James M. McPherson
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Oxford
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Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era
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Filled with fresh interpretations and information, puncturing old myths and challenging new ones, Battle Cry of Freedom will unquestionably become the standard one-volume history of the Civil War. James McPherson's fast-paced narrative fully integrates the political, social, and military events that crowded the two decades from the outbreak of one war in Mexico to the ending of another at Appomattox. Packed with drama and analytical insight, the book vividly recounts the momentous episodes that preceded the Civil War--the Dred Scott decision, the Lincoln-Douglas debates, John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry--and then moves into a masterful chronicle of the war itself--the battles, the strategic maneuvering on both sides, the politics, and the personalities. Particularly notable are McPherson's new views on such matters as the slavery expansion issue in the 1850s, the origins of the Republican Party, the causes of secession, internal dissent and anti-war opposition in the North and the South, and the reasons for the Union's victory. The book's title refers to the sentiments that informed both the Northern and Southern views of the conflict: the South seceded in the name of that freedom of self-determination and self-government for which their fathers had fought in 1776, while the North stood fast in defense of the Union founded by those fathers as the bulwark of American liberty. Eventually
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William Blake
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Oxford
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John Donne - Selected Poems
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This book is a great read for anyone who enjoys poetry that explores the deeper aspects of love, life, and death. John Donne's metaphysical poetry style is unique in its use of complex metaphors and intellectual themes, making his work thought-provoking and engaging. Recommended for poetry lovers who enjoy challenging yet rewarding reads.
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Timothy Williamson
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Oxford
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Tetralogue : I'm Right, You're Wrong
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Four people with radically different outlooks on the world meet on a train and start talking about what they believe. Their conversation varies from cool logical reasoning to heated personal confrontation. Each starts off convinced that he or she is right, but then doubts creep in.In a tradition going back to Plato, Timothy Williamson uses a fictional conversation to explore questions about truth and falsity, and knowledge and belief. Is truth always relative to a point of view? Is every opinion fallible? Such ideas have been used to combat dogmatism and intolerance, but are they compatible with taking each opposing point of view seriously? This book presupposes no prior acquaintance with philosophy, and introduces its concerns in an accessible and light-hearted way. Is one point of view really right and the other really wrong? That is for the reader to decide.
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Jonathan Arac
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Columbia
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Commissioned Spirits : The Shaping of Social Movement in Dickens, Carlyle, Melville, and Hawthorne
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This book provides a deep analysis of the social movements present in the works of Dickens, Carlyle, Melville, and Hawthorne. It delves into the nuances of the authors' writing and how it reflects and shapes the social change happening around them. A must-read for literature lovers interested in history and social movements.
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Adrian Barlow
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Cambridge
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The Great War in British Literature
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The Great War in British Literature provides a thorough analysis of the different ways the war has been portrayed in literature. It not only examines the literary genre of war but also how people have reacted and interpreted it. This book is perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of British literature during this time period.
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Richard Dawkins
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Oxford
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The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing
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Boasting almost one hundred articles and book excerpts, The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing is a breathtaking celebration of the finest writing by scientists--the best such collection in print--packed with scintillating essays on everything from "The Discovery of Lucy" to "The Terror and Vastness of the Universe."Edited by best-selling author and renowned scientist Richard Dawkins, this sterling collection brings together exhilarating pieces by a who's who of scientists and science writers, including Stephen Pinker, Stephen Jay Gould, Martin Gardner, Albert Einstein, Julian Huxley, and many dozens more. Readers will find excerpts from bestsellers such as Douglas R. Hofstadter's Godel, Escher, Bach , Francis Crick's Life Itself , Loren Eiseley's The Immense Journey , Daniel Dennett's Darwin's Dangerous Idea , and Rachel Carson's The Sea Around Us . There are classic essays ranging from J.B.S. Haldane's "On Being the Right Size" and Garrett Hardin's "The Tragedy of the Commons" to Alan Turing's "Computing Machinery and Intelligence" and Albert Einstein's famed New York Times article on "Relativity." And readers will also discover lesser-known but engaging pieces such as Lewis Thomas's "Seven Wonders of Science," J. Robert Oppenheimer on "War and Physicists," and Freeman Dyson's memoir of studyingunder Hans Bethe.A must-read volume for all science buffs, The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing is a rich and vibrant anthology that captures the poetry and excitement of scientific thought and discovery.
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Elizabeth S. Anderson
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Princeton
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Private Government : How Employers Rule Our Lives (and Why We Don't Talk about It)
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This book explores how many workplaces function as authoritarian private governments, with employers possessing sweeping power over workers' lives. Anderson argues that this reality is often obscured by misconceptions about free markets and emphasizes the need to reconceptualize the workplace to ensure workers' freedom. A thought-provoking read for anyone interested in labor relations, political philosophy, or the nature of power in society.
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Roma Gill, William Shakespeare |
Oxford
University
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Oxford School Shakespeare: As You Like It
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This edition of As You Like It is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work. About the Series: Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shakespeare series includes the complete and unabridged text, detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters. Also included is a wide range of questions and activities for work in class, together with the historical background to Shakespeare's England, a brief biography of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.
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Wm. Theodore de Bary
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Columbia
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Waiting for the Dawn : A Plan for the Prince
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The Ming-i Tai-fang Lu of Huang Tsunghsi (1610-1695) is unique in the history of Chinese Political literature. Since the time of Confucius and Mencius, no other work in the long Confucian tradition has stood out so clearly as a major critique of Chinese dynastic institutions.
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Leo Tolstoy, Louise Maude, Henry Gifford |
Oxford
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War and Peace
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This book is for someone who loves historical fiction and is looking for a deep and immersive read. War and Peace's most unique feature is its vast cast of interconnected characters which allows the reader to experience the impact of the Napoleonic Wars on multiple lives and perspectives. It is a timeless classic that gives a comprehensive reflection of human life, relationship, war and peace.
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Recommendation: "Humanity" by Ai Weiwei is a must-read for anyone interested in the refugee crisis and the struggle for human rights worldwide. His diverse range of artistic expressions, coupled with his poignant thoughts and reflections on the topic, make for a powerful and insightful book. The book's unique feature is its ability to provide a voice for the voiceless, and the art that Ai Weiwei uses, serves as a bridge between countries and cultures. The book will leave you with a deep understanding of the displaced people's conditions and an appreciation for the resilience of the human spirit.
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Ben Saunders
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Harvard
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Desiring Donne - Poetry, Sexuality, Interpretation
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Throughout his life, John Donne was well acquainted with the consequences of desire. He wanted a courtly career badly enough to renounce the Catholicism of his childhood. Later, he wanted a woman badly enough to gamble that career for her sake; he lost, but found a new calling in the Anglican Church. There he pursued philosophical and theological questions with an intensity to match his former social ambitions, and was not above addressing God Himself in tones of "immoderate desire." Death became his ultimate object of passionate attention; and ever since that final consummation, critics have argued over the nature and import of Donne's desires, while simultaneously (if not always self-consciously) revealing a great deal about their own.Saunders explores this dialectic of desire, re-evaluating both Donne's poetry and the complex responses it has inspired, from his earliest readers to his recent professional critics. In the process, Saunders considers an extraordinary range of topics, including the technology of the book, prosodic theory, the problem of misogyny, the history of sexuality, and even the purpose of criticism itself; remarkably, he does so while keeping Donne's poetry in focus at all times.Witty, erudite, theoretically engaged, but intensely readable, this study takes into account recent developments in the fields of historicism, feminism, queer theory, and postmodern psychoanalysis, while offering dazzling close readings of many of Donne's most famous poems.
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Yael Tamir
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Princeton
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Why Nationalism
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This book is essential for anyone who wants to understand and reclaim the positive potential of nationalism. Yael Tamir expertly explains why nationalism, when understood and used correctly, can be a powerful force for social and economic justice. Through a passionate and thought-provoking analysis, she challenges the negative stereotypes associated with nationalism and presents a compelling case for its role in creating a more inclusive and equal society. If you're interested in exploring new perspectives on nationalism and its impact on our politics, this book is a must-read.
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, David Luke |
Oxford
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Faust: Pt. 2
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This is a new translation of Faust, Part Two by David Luke, whose translation of Faust, Part I was the winner of the European Poetry Translation Prize. Here, Luke expertly imitates the varied verse-forms of the original, and provides a highly readable and actable translation which includes anintroduction, full notes, and an index of classical mythology.
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Professor Stephen Greenblatt
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University
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Renaissance Self Fashioning : From More to Shakespeare
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Renaissance Self-Fashioning is a study of sixteenth-century life and literature that spawned a new era of scholarly inquiry. Stephen Greenblatt examines the structure of selfhood as evidenced in major literary figures of the English Renaissance—More, Tyndale, Wyatt, Spenser, Marlowe, and Shakespeare—and finds that in the early modern period new questions surrounding the nature of identity heavily influenced the literature of the era. Now a classic text in literary studies, Renaissance Self-Fashioning continues to be of interest to students of the Renaissance, English literature, and the new historicist tradition, and this new edition includes a preface by the author on the book's creation and influence."No one who has read [Greenblatt's] accounts of More, Tyndale, Wyatt, and others can fail to be moved, as well as enlightened, by an interpretive mode which is as humane and sympathetic as it is analytical. These portraits are poignantly, subtly, and minutely rendered in a beautifully lucid prose alive in every sentence to the ambivalences and complexities of its subjects."—Harry Berger Jr., University of California, Santa Cruz
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If you're intrigued by the mystique of artistry, "Devotion" is something special. Patti Smith, a revered artist and writer, invites you into her world, offering a rare look at the intimate details of her creative process. As you read, you'll find yourself on a personal trek through inspiring locales, mingling with the spirits of literary greats. It's not just a book; it's a window into the soul of creation itself.
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Various
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Oxford
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Journey to the Centre of the Earth: 3700 Headwords
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This series of readers features adaptations of over 60 classic and popular literary works. Attractive and helpful illustrations clarify vocabulary and reinforce understanding of the stories, while questions and activities at the end of each book test understanding. Words essential to the story are explained within the text, illustrated, and then reused for maximum reinforcement. The books are graded at five vocabulary levels, ranging from 1,400 words (Intermediate) to 5,000 words (Advanced). Young adults from the Intermediate level upwards will enjoy reading the lively stories, and they can progress from level to level as their reading skills develop.
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Frederick Rosen, Mark Philp, John Stuart Mill |
Oxford
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On Liberty, Utilitarianism and Other Essays
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If you're looking to understand the bedrock principles shaping modern political thought, Mill's collection is pivotal. Not only does it delve into fundamental issues like liberty, ethics, and gender equality, but also it's essential for anyone intrigued by the underpinnings of Western political systems. Reading these essays might feel like you're in conversation with the very ideas that support contemporary debates about individual and societal values.
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Anne Sheppard
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Oxford
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Aesthetics: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Art
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If you've ever found yourself pondering the profound connection between beauty, art, and the human experience, "Aesthetics: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Art" promises a thought-provoking journey. Anne Sheppard doesn't expect you to have a background in philosophy, making it accessible as she dissects the nature of what draws us to art and the nuanced ways it enriches our lives. Delving into theories of imitation, expression, and formal qualities, this book is sure to deepen your appreciation for art, from literature to the visual arts, and challenge you to consider its moral impacts.
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Philippa Foot
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Oxford
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Theories of Ethics
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These important essays by leading thinkers center around two principal the nature of moral judgement, and the part played by social utility in determining right and wrong. The contributors include R.M. Hare, John R. Searle, John Rawls, C.L. Stevenson, G.E. Moore, P.T. Geach, Philippa Foot, J.O. Urmson, and J.J.C. Smart.
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Shaun Walker
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Oxford
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The Long Hangover : Putin's New Russia and the Ghosts of the Past
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In The Long Hangover , Shaun Walker presents a deeply reported, bottom-up explanation of Russia's resurgence under Putin. By cleverly exploiting the memory of the Soviet victory over fascism in World War II, Putin's regime has made ordinary Russians feel that their country is great again. Walker not only explains Putin's goals and the government's official manipulations of history, but also focuses on ordinary Russians and their motivations. He charts how Putin raised victory in WWII to the status of a national founding myth in the search for a unifying force to heal a divided country, and shows how dangerous the ramifications of this have been. This book explores why Russia, unlike Germany, has failed to come to terms with the darkest pages of its Stalin's purges, the Gulag, and the war deportations. The narrative roams from the corridors of the Kremlin to the wilds of the Gulags and the trenches of East Ukraine. It puts the annexation of Crimea and the newly assertiveRussia in the context of the delayed fallout of the Soviet collapse. The Long Hangover looks to a lost the millions of Russians who lost their country and the subsequent attempts to restore to them a sense of purpose.
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Douglas Smith, Friedrich Nietzsche |
Oxford
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On the Genealogy of Morals : A Polemic
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On the Genealogy of Morals (1887) is a book about the history of ethics and about interpretation. Nietzsche rewrites the former as a history of cruelty, exposing the central values of the Judaeo-Christian and liberal traditions - compassion, equality, justice - as the product of a brutal process of conditioning designed to domesticate the animal vitality of earlier cultures. The result is a book which raises profoundly disquieting issues about the violence of both ethics and interpretation. Nietzsche questions moral certainties by showing that religion and science have no claim to absolute truth, before turning on his own arguments in order to call their very presuppositions into question. The Genealogy is the most sustained of Nietzsche's later works and offers one of the fullest expressions of his characteristic concerns. This edition places his ideas within the cultural context of his own time and stresses the relevance of his work for a contemporary audience.
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Leo Strauss, Elsa M. Sinclair |
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The Political Philosophy of Hobbes : Its Basis and Its Genesis
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In this classic analysis, Leo Strauss pinpoints what is original and innovative in the political philosophy of Thomas Hobbes. He argues that Hobbes's ideas arose not from tradition or science but from his own deep knowledge and experience of human nature. Tracing the development of Hobbes's moral doctrine from his early writings to his major work The Leviathan, Strauss explains contradictions in the body of Hobbes's work and discovers startling connections between Hobbes and the thought of Plato, Thucydides, Aristotle, Descartes, Spinoza, and Hegel.
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Diane Coyle
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Princeton
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GDP : A Brief but Affectionate History - Revised and expanded Edition
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Kenneth S. Rogoff, Carmen M. Reinhart |
Princeton
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This Time Is Different : Eight Centuries of Financial Folly
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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the recurring patterns of financial crises throughout history. Carmen Reinhart and Kenneth Rogoff take us on a journey through eight centuries of financial folly, debunking the notion that "this time is different". Their groundbreaking research and comprehensive data reveal the alarming consistency in the frequency, duration, and intensity of financial crises. With clear analysis and insightful lessons from history, this book is an eye-opening exploration of the universal rites of passage for emerging and established market nations. It will forever change how you perceive the world of finance and its powerful impact on our lives.
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Sharon Bertsch McGrayne
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Yale
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The Theory That Would Not Die - How Bayes' Rule Cracked The Enigma Code, Hunted Down Russian Submarines, & Emerged Triumphant From Two Centuries Of Controversy
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Bayes rule appears to be a straightforward, one-line theorem: by updating our initial beliefs with objective new information, we get a new and improved belief. To its adherents, it is an elegant statement about learning from experience. To its opponents, it is subjectivity run amok. In the first-ever account of Bayes' rule for general readers, Sharon Bertsch McGrayne explores this controversial theorem and the human obsessions surrounding it. She traces its discovery by an amateur mathematician in the 1740s through its development into roughly its modern form by French scientist Pierre Simon Laplace. She reveals why respected statisticians rendered it professionally taboo for 150 years at the same time that practitioners relied on it to solve crises involving great uncertainty and scanty information, even breaking Germany's Enigma code during World War II, and explains how the advent of off-the-shelf computer technology in the 1980s proved to be a game-changer. Today, Bayes' rule is used everywhere from DNA de-coding to Homeland Security.Drawing on primary source material and interviews with statisticians and other scientists, The Theory That Would Not Die is the riveting account of how a seemingly simple theorem ignited one of the greatest controversies of all time.
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Richard Dawkins
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Oxford
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The Selfish Gene : 30th Anniversary edition
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Recommended for individuals interested in evolutionary biology, genetics, and philosophy of science. This book presents a unique perspective on evolution, with focus on the gene as the ultimate unit of selection. The author style of writing is captivating, making complex concepts accessible to a lay audience. The Selfish Gene is a thought-provoking, well-researched, and beautifully crafted book that will leave readers with a better understanding of evolution and its mechanisms.
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Ian Jack, Emily Brontë, Helen Small |
Oxford
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Wuthering Heights
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Wuthering Heights is one of the most famous love stories in the English language. It is also, as the Introduction to this edition reveals, one of the most potent revenge narratives. Its ingenious narrative structure, vivid evocation of landscape, and the extraordinary power of its depiction of love and hatred have given it a unique place in English literature. The passionate tale of Catherine and Heathcliff is here presented in a new edition that examines the qualities that make it such a powerful and compelling novel. The Introduction by Helen Small sheds light on the novel's oddness and power, its amorality and Romantic influences, its structure and narration, and the sadistic violence embodied in the character of Heathcliff. The volume retains the authoritative Clarendon text and notes, with new notes that identify literary allusions hitherto unnoticed. In addition, the edition boasts two appendices, one of which contains poems by Emily Bronte selected for their relevance to the novel, and a second which contains Charlotte Bronte's Biographical Notice of Ellis & Acton Bell and Preface to the New Edition.
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Freeman Dyson, John Cornwell |
Oxford
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Nature's Imagination The Frontiers of Scientific Vision
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"Nature's Imagination" could resonate with you if you're fascinated by the evolving landscape of scientific thought. This book isn't just a series of essays; it's a conversation among some of the most brilliant minds, debating the future trajectory of scientific exploration. As you delve into their discussions, you'll find yourself pondering the merits of reductionism versus holistic approaches, possibly reshaping your understanding of science's capability to explain our complex world.
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George P. Fletcher
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The Basic Concepts of Legal Thought
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In this one-of-a-kind text, George P. Fletcher, a renowned legal theorist, offers a provocative yet accessible overview of the basics of legal thought. The first section of the book is designed to introduce the reader to fundamental concepts such as the rule of law and deciding cases under the law. It continues with an analysis of the values of justice, desert, consent, and equality, as they figure into our judgment of legal cultures in terms of soundness and legitimacy. The final chapters address the problems of morality and consistency in the law. In each case the author not only introduces the basic ideas but considers important arguments in the contemporary literature and raises original claims of his own. Ideally suited for courses in the philosophy of law, legal issues, and jurisprudence, Basic Concepts of Legal Thought fills a void in the literature, as there is no other volume that both eases law students into the mysteries of legal philosophy and provides an introductionto the legal mind for non-lawyers.
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Boethius, Peter Walsh |
Oxford
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The Consolation of Philosophy
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Boethius composed De Consolation Philosophiae in the sixth century A.D. while awaiting death by torture, condemned on a charge of plotting against Gothic rule, which he protested as manifestly unjust. Though a Christian, Boethius details the true end of life as the soul's knowledge of God, and consoles himself with the tenets of Greek philosophy, not with Christian precepts. Written in a form called Meippean Satire that alternates between prose and verse, Boethius' work often consists of a story told by Ovid or Horace to illustrate the philosophy being expounded. The Consolation of Philosophy dominated the intellectual world of the Middle Ages; it inspired writers as diverse Thomas Aquinas, Jean de Meun, and Dante. In England it was rendered into Old English by Alfred the Great, into Middle English by Geoffrey Chaucer, and later Queen Elizabeth I made her own translation. The circumstances of composition, the heroic demeanor of the author, and the Meippean texture of part prose, part verse have been a fascination for students of philosophy, literature, and religion ever since.
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Tony Tanner, Herman Melville |
Oxford
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Moby Dick
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Moby Dick is a must-read for anyone who enjoys tales of adventure and obsession. Melville's vivid descriptions of life on the high seas, and the character of Captain Ahab, make this a truly unique and unforgettable novel. The philosophical depths of the plot and imagery will leave readers pondering long after they've finished the book.
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Sara Ahmed
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Duke
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Recommended for those seeking practical feminist tools. The book explores how feminist theory is generated, and provides insightful commentary on the figure of the feminist killjoy. Ahmed also suggests inventive solutions for surviving experiences of racism and sexism, in the form of a "killjoy survival kit" and "killjoy manifesto." It is a great read for those seeking practical tools for living a feminist life.
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James R. Flynn
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Cambridge
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What Is Intelligence?: Beyond the Flynn Effect
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If you're intrigued by cognitive science and the mystery behind intelligence measurements, Flynn's book is a thought-provoking dive. It challenges the face value of IQ score rises, prompting a reevaluation of what we consider 'intelligence.' The book's deep exploration offers rich engagement for anyone keen on understanding the complexities of human intellect.
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Leonard J. Kent, E.T.A. Hoffmann, Jacob Landau |
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Tales Of E. T. A. Hoffmann
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Ranging from macabre fantasies to fairy tales and tales of crime, these stories from the author of The Nutcracker create a rich fictional world. Hoffman paints a complex vision of humanity, where people struggle to establish identities in a hostile, absurd world."The editors have made an excellent selection, and the result is a book of great distinction."—Denis Donoghue, New York Review of Books"The translators have proved fully equal to all the challenges of Hoffmann's romantic irony and his richly allusive prose, giving us an accurate and idiomatic rendering that also retains much of the original flavor."—Harry Zohn, Saturday Review
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William Shakespeare, Roma Gill |
Oxford
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Oxford School Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
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This edition of Romeo and Juliet is especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous but accessible scholarly credentials. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists (including websites) and classroom notes, allowing students to master Shakespeare's work.About the Series: Newly redesigned and easier to read, each play in the Oxford School Shakespeare series includes the complete and unabridged text, detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes, and notes on the main characters. Also included is a wide range of questions and activities for work in class, together with the historical background to Shakespeare's England, a brief biography of Shakespeare, and a complete list of his plays.
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Gilbert Rozman
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Princeton
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The East Asian Region : Confucian Heritage and Its Modern Adaptation
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The contributors to this volume range over 2,000 years of history as they show how Confucian values spread throughout the region in premodern times and how these values were transformed in an age of modernization. The introduction by Gilbert Rozman discusses the special character of East Asia. In Part I Patricia Ebrey analyzes the Confucianization of China; JaHyun Kim Haboush, that of Korea; and Martin Collcutt, the much later diffusion of Confucianism in Japan. In Part II Rozman compares types of Confucianism in nineteenth-century China and Japan and their adaptability in the twentieth century, while Michael Robinson adds an overview of modern Korean perceptions of Confucianism.Originally published in 1990.The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
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George Eliot, Terence Cave |
Oxford
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Silas Marner : The Weaver of Raveloe
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Falsely accused, cut off from his past, Silas the weaver is reduced to a spider-like existence, endlessly weaving his web and hoarding his gold. Meanwhile, Godfrey Cass, son of the squire, contracts a secret marriage. While the village celebrates Christmas and New Year, two apparently inexplicable events occur. Silas loses his gold and finds a child on his hearth. The imaginative control George Eliot displays as her narrative gradually reveals causes and connections has rarely been surpassed. This new edition, which is based on the carefully corrected text George Eliot prepared a few months after the first edition, is accompanied by an introduction which illuminates the intellectual context of what has often been presented as a nostalgic, sentimental tale.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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Marcus Tullius Cicero, P.G. Walsh |
Oxford
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The Nature of the Gods
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Cicero's philosophical works are now exciting renewed interest and more generous appreciation, in part because they provide vital evidence of the views of the (largely lost) Greek philosophers of the Hellenistic age, and partly because of the light they cast on the intellectual life of first-century Rome. The Nature of the Gods is a central document in this area, for it presents a detailed account of the theologies of the Epicureans and of the Stoics, together with the critical objections to these doctrines raised by the Academic school.About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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The Prince
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Recommendation: This book is a must-read for those interested in political philosophy and power dynamics. Machiavelli's teachings continue to be relevant today in our understanding of leadership and governance. Codevilla's translation captures the essence of Machiavelli's use of language, providing insight into the author's intent and ideas. The three essays in this edition help readers gain a deeper understanding of how Machiavelli's ideas compare and contrast with other traditions. Overall, The Prince offers a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of political power and its limits.
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William Shakespeare
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Oxford
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The Oxford Shakespeare: Measure for Measure
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If you're intrigued by the intricacies of justice and the fine line between right and wrong, "Measure for Measure" won't disappoint. Shakespeare's ability to bring ethical dilemmas to life through powerful dialogue and complex characters is especially prominent in this play. It's a thought-provoking read that’s both a literary classic and an examination of morality that remains relevant today.
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Ann MacLaren, Federico García Lorca, John Edmunds |
Oxford
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Four Major Plays
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Recommended for lovers of avant-garde theatre, and Spanish culture enthusiasts. Lorca's plays offer passionate, poetic reflections on gender roles, and societal expectations, and the translations manage to capture the rhythm and emotional intensity of the originals.
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James M. McPherson
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Oxford
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Battle Cry of Freedom : The Civil War Era
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Battle Cry of Freedom is a must-read for history buffs, as it offers a thorough and engaging perspective on the political, social, and military events that marked the Civil War era. McPherson's writing is both comprehensive and accessible, highlighting the personalities and decisions that led to this pivotal moment in American history. The book's emphasis on the role of slavery in the conflict and the consequences of the war for the nation make it a particularly insightful read. Overall, this is an authoritative, masterful volume that should be on every history-lover's bookshelf.
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Raghuram G. Rajan
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Princeton
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Fault Lines - How Hidden Fractures Still Threaten The World Economy
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Raghuram Rajan was one of the few economists who warned of the global financial crisis before it hit. Now, as the world struggles to recover, it's tempting to blame what happened on just a few greedy bankers who took irrational risks and left the rest of us to foot the bill. In "Fault Lines," Rajan argues that serious flaws in the economy are also to blame, and warns that a potentially more devastating crisis awaits us if they aren't fixed.Rajan shows how the individual choices that collectively brought about the economic meltdown--made by bankers, government officials, and ordinary homeowners--were rational responses to a flawed global financial order in which the incentives to take on risk are incredibly out of step with the dangers those risks pose. He traces the deepening fault lines in a world overly dependent on the indebted American consumer to power global economic growth and stave off global downturns. He exposes a system where America's growing inequality and thin social safety net create tremendous political pressure to encourage easy credit and keep job creation robust, no matter what the consequences to the economy's long-term health; and where the U.S. financial sector, with its skewed incentives, is the critical but unstable link between an overstimulated America and an underconsuming world.In "Fault Lines," Rajan demonstrates how unequal access to education and health care in the United States puts us all in deeper financial peril, even as the economic choices of countries like Germany, Japan, and China place an undue burden on America to get its policies right. He outlines the hard choices we need to make to ensure a more stable world economy and restore lasting prosperity.