Philosophical traditions and schools of thought

This book, first published in 1987, is an examination of Montaigne's Essais and a guide to the reading of this fascinating, stimulating and imaginative writer - a writer who is also difficult to read and interpret.

Originally published in the UK in 1961 this was an unconventional book when first published but a powerful interpretation of Greek individualism.

Originally published in the UK in 1961 this was an unconventional book when first published but a powerful interpretation of Greek individualism.

First Published in 1952, The Place of Hooker in the History of Thought unravels the historical background to some of Richard Hooker's leading ideas.

First Published in 1952, The Place of Hooker in the History of Thought unravels the historical background to some of Richard Hooker's leading ideas.

What is Tantra?

In this monograph Theodor Adorno's philosophy engages with postcolonial texts and authors that emerge out of situations of political extremity - apartheid South Africa, war-torn Sri Lanka, Pinochet's dictatorship, and the Greek military junta.

In this monograph Theodor Adorno's philosophy engages with postcolonial texts and authors that emerge out of situations of political extremity - apartheid South Africa, war-torn Sri Lanka, Pinochet's dictatorship, and the Greek military junta.

This book explores editorial and advertising discourses related to cosmetic procedures and beauty products and services in UK lifestyle magazines, offering a holistic perspective on the normalisation of cosmetic procedures and the societal context in which particular perceptions have flourished.

This book explores editorial and advertising discourses related to cosmetic procedures and beauty products and services in UK lifestyle magazines, offering a holistic perspective on the normalisation of cosmetic procedures and the societal context in which particular perceptions have flourished.

A study of the historical development of philosophy both requires and stimulates intellectual detachment.

Photography in the Holy Qur'an has its artistic aesthetics that affect both the mind and the heart.

An attempt to shed light on some Islamic concepts of some prevailing expressions, based on the fact that culture is what gives humans the ability to think and implement, and culture has become an industry owned by Western or biased media, and the internal tearing of the Islamic civilizational identity is taking place and cultural trends are linked to false goals.

This manuscript is about the sense of justice that limits what individuals can do in pursuit of their ends and opens them to exploitation.

"Ecce Homo: Cómo se llega a ser lo que se es", es una obra autobiográfica del propio Nietzsche, escrita en 1888, poco antes de su colapso mental.

Surveying the historical development and the present condition of utilitarian ethics, Geoffrey Scarre examines the major philosophers from Lao Tzu in the fifth century BC to Richard Hare in the twentieth.

In this powerful collection by one of today's leading African American intellectuals, Keeping Faith situates the current position of African Americans, tracing the geneology of the "e;Afro-American Rebellion"e; from Martin Luther King to the rise of black revolutionary leftists.

This book presents William James's Pragmatism together with critical commentary and focuses on the theories of meaning and truth central to Pragmatism.

Surveying the historical development and the present condition of utilitarian ethics, Geoffrey Scarre examines the major philosophers from Lao Tzu in the fifth century BC to Richard Hare in the twentieth.

The Katana, a symbol of Japanese culture and martial arts, is not merely a simple sword but a reflection of Japan's history, philosophy, and craftsmanship.

In this powerful collection by one of today's leading African American intellectuals, Keeping Faith situates the current position of African Americans, tracing the geneology of the "e;Afro-American Rebellion"e; from Martin Luther King to the rise of black revolutionary leftists.

Originally published in 1992.

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This book provides an analytical understanding of some of Tagore's most contested and celebrated works and ideas.

Originally published in 1986, this book explores the animating qualities of human character and moral thought and discusses how they place constraints on the adequacy of moral theories.

Originally published in 1986, this book explores the animating qualities of human character and moral thought and discusses how they place constraints on the adequacy of moral theories.

Studying Muslim fundamentalisms, this book compares key movements, examining their commonalities, differences, and intricate relations, as well as their achievements and failures.

The first major biography in English of Surrealism's founder traces his participation in the Paris Dada group in the 1920s, his seminal experiments with automatic writing, his role in the development of Surrealism, and his encounters with Duchamp, Freud, and Sartre.

Thoughts and Transmission brings together essays that originally appeared as introductions to works produced by Dharma Publishing.

"Once you invite the blessings of the Dharma into your heart, you may not have much need of teachers or traditions.

This text communicates the sense of Buddhism as a comprehensive whole, as it is a non-sectarian guide to the Buddha''s essential teachings.

An exploration of the roots of beauty in Japanese aesthetics.

Using eleven Zen stories as a starting point and diving deep into their mysterious world, he then weaves his magical clarity on many diverse contemporary topics.

LA EDICIÓN MÁS COMPLETA DEL TEXTO MÁS APASIONADO DE NIETZSCHE.

';A masterpiece.

What is tantra?

This landmark collection is the definitive introduction to the Buddha's teachings - in his own words.

The Dalai Lama opens The Middle Way with an elegant argument for the power of compassion in cultivating a happy life.

This is not your typical Zen book.

The Lotus Sutra is regarded as one of the world's great religious scriptures and most influential texts.

This engaging and accessible little book is filled with both humor and profound teaching.

For more than two thousand years, the Heart Sutra has been part of the daily life of millions of Buddhists.

We all have a right to the pursuit of happiness - but could we actually be happier if we gave that whole thing up?

Whether you have no background in meditation or yoga or have been practicing for years, Mindfulness Yoga is for you.

Renowned for the beauty and simplicity of his teachings, Ajahn Chah was Thailand's best-known meditation teacher.

In this lucid classic, beloved teacher Ayya Khema introduces the reader to the essence of the Buddhist path.