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Insightful biography of John Maynard Keynes.
Explores economics, democracy, and global politics.
New York Times bestseller and award-winning work.
Highlights Keynes' influence during historical crises.
Revives lost ideas on inequality and power dynamics.
Engaging narrative filled with wit and lucidity.
Challenges conventional perceptions of economic theory.
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Illuminates John Maynard Keynes' transformative ideas.
Explores the intersection of money and democracy.
Highlights Keynes' impact during World War I.
Examines his role in the Treaty of Versailles.
Documents Keynes’ intellectual legacy and relevance today.
Recognized as a bestselling intellectual biography.
Revives discussions on inequality and global politics.
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Reveals life of influential economist John Maynard Keynes.
Explores Keynes' transformative ideas on democracy and money.
New York Times Bestseller and award-winning biography.
Combines history with wit and intellectual insight.
Highlights Keynes' role during World War I.
Examines his impact on modern economic thought.
Challenges contemporary issues of inequality and politics.
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Explores four influential women philosophers of the era.
Chronicles their lives during World War II.
Examines their contrasting philosophies and ideas.
Highlights Simone de Beauvoir's feminist foundations.
Ayn Rand's impact on libertarian thought discussed.
Focuses on Hannah Arendt's liberal ideas development.
Emphasizes Simone Weil's commitment to humanitarian efforts.
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Explores Jung's profound insights on human psychology.
Reflects on life experiences and self-analysis.
Covers concepts like archetypes and the collective unconscious.
Discusses influences of religions and world myths.
Read by Elizabeth Proud, enhancing the experience.
Highlights Jung's humility and pursuit of truth.
A transformative read for psychology enthusiasts.
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Explores lives of four influential philosophers.
Highlights their impact on 20th-century thought.
Set against post-World War I backdrop.
Intellectual drama unfolds over a crucial decade.
Engaging narrative blends history and philosophy.
Examines diverging paths before World War II.
Accessible and entertaining for all readers.
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Revives Socratic philosophy for modern life.
Encourages critical thinking and self-examination.
Explores life's essential questions and answers.
Highlights the importance of dialogue with others.
Offers insights on love, death, and politics.
Includes illustrations to enhance understanding.
A New York Times Editors' Choice selection.
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Explores philosophy and war at Oxford, 1900-1960.
Features influential thinkers like Iris Murdoch and J. L. Austin.
Highlights friendships and rivalries among Oxford philosophers.
Connects philosophy to real-world experiences and events.
Illuminates the relevance of philosophy in today's world.
Awarded New York Times Best Book of the Year.
Engaging storytelling that captures a vibrant intellectual era.
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Spirited account of existentialist intellectual movement.
Focuses on 20th-century thinkers and their influence.
Set in Paris, 1933, over apricot cocktails.
Explores themes of freedom and authentic being.
Interweaves biography with philosophical discussions.
Chronicles existentialism's impact on modern movements.
Award-winning audiobook engaging and thought-provoking.
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Comprehensive biography of Edgar Cayce's life.
Explores Cayce's remarkable psychic abilities.
Details his profound medical cures and treatments.
Includes rare photographs from Cayce's life.
Features an extensive index for easy navigation.
Engaging storytelling captures Cayce's unique journey.
A must-read for psychic phenomena enthusiasts.
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Explore Marcus Aurelius's life and philosophy.
Insights into Stoicism and personal struggles.
Detailed examination of key relationships.
Learn about ancient Roman political pressures.
Connections to Marcus’s Meditations and correspondence.
Understand moral dilemmas faced as emperor.
Engaging narrative for modern readers.
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Explores John Maynard Keynes' revolutionary economic ideas.
Highlights his influence during World War I.
Details his role in shaping modern economics.
Discusses Keynes as an anti-authoritarian thinker.
Examines his impact on democracy and inequality.
Recognized as a bestseller and award-winning biography.
Revives discussions on money and the good life.
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Autobiography of renowned author Peter Kreeft.
Details his journey from Calvinism to Catholicism.
Insightful reflections on faith and philosophy.
Captivating anecdotes from his life experiences.
Explores influential figures and ideas in his life.
Humorous writing style that engages readers.
A must-read for Catholic and philosophical audiences.
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Comprehensive introduction to Plotinian philosophy.
Insightful analysis of self, existence, and virtue.
Highlights spiritual exercises in philosophical practice.
Accessible translation by Michael Chase.
Reflective interpretation of complex writings.
Recommended for late Roman philosophy enthusiasts.
Includes chronology and analytical bibliography.
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Explores Socrates' relevance in today's philosophical discussions.
Encourages self-examination and critical thinking.
Reveals the importance of asking life’s essential questions.
Highlights the dangers of social conformity and desires.
Introduces a new ethics for living a fulfilled life.
Discusses love, death, and politics through Socratic method.
Written by acclaimed philosopher Agnes Callard.
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Explores character development through Socrates and Alcibiades.
Examines the failures of teaching good leadership.
Discusses the concept of arete in ancient philosophy.
Combines historical sources with modern interpretations.
Offers lessons for leading an excellent life.
Addresses the teachability of good character.
Engages readers in philosophical contemplation and self-improvement.
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Explores the birth of Existentialism in 1930s Paris.
Features key philosophers: Sartre, Beauvoir, Camus, and others.
Combines biography and philosophy in an engaging narrative.
Highlights the impact on feminism and human rights.
Discusses radical freedom and authentic existence themes.
Captivating storytelling with historical and philosophical insights.
A vital reflection on contemporary existential questions.
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New translation by esteemed scholar Henry Chadwick.
Insightful narrative of Augustine's spiritual journey.
Explores themes of faith, ambition, and morality.
Accessible notes for contemporary readers' understanding.
Rich philosophical musings on God and existence.
Introduces historical context for better comprehension.
Part of Oxford World's Classics esteemed series.
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Profiles significant Western philosophers and their ideas.
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Will Durant.
Originally published in 1926, timeless philosophical insights.
Covers thinkers from Socrates to Friedrich Nietzsche.
Illuminates the evolution of Western philosophy.
Engaging and accessible for all readers.
A must-read for philosophy enthusiasts.
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Unlock the secrets to unforgettable memory techniques.
Learn methods to memorize names, faces, and facts.
Explore real-life applications for everyday memory challenges.
Understand scientific principles behind ancient memory practices.
Enhance memory skills for professionals and students alike.
Simple illustrations make concepts easy to grasp.
Written by Guinness World Record holders in memory.
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Explores existentialism's roots in Paris cafés.
Features iconic thinkers like Sartre and Beauvoir.
Integrates biography with philosophical concepts.
Highlights existentialism's impact on modern movements.
Engaging narrative filled with passion and rebellion.
Named one of the Ten Best Books of 2016.
Illuminates themes of freedom and authenticity today.
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Award-winning biography of Michel de Montaigne.
Explores profound questions about how to live.
Reflects Renaissance thought and modern individuality.
Engaging writing style captivates readers' imagination.
Offers companionship, wisdom, and entertainment.
Delve into Montaigne’s timeless insights on life.
Perfect for seekers of self-discovery and understanding.
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A profound exploration of reality's nature.
Insights from Borges, Heisenberg, and Kant.
Examines free will and human experience.
Blends fiction, science, and philosophy seamlessly.
Reveals limits of human understanding and perception.
Reflects on love, loss, and existence.
Encourages contemplation of our cosmic place.
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Profound meditations on transcendent human experiences.
Collection of essays from Simone Weil's correspondence.
Influences spiritual and political thought profoundly.
Considered a neglected resource of modern philosophy.
Engaging discussions with Reverend Father Perrin.
Enduring relevance for contemporary readers and thinkers.
Classic work in philosophy and social activism.
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Essays on influential figures of the twentieth century.
Explores themes of darkness and illumination in history.
Includes works on Karl Jaspers and Rosa Luxemburg.
Highlights resilience during routine historical horrors.
A profound reflection on human experience and philosophy.
Written with clarity and intellectual depth.
Offers insights into cultural and political contexts.
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A profound exploration of reality's nature.
Intersects poetry, physics, and philosophy.
Highlights insights from Borges, Heisenberg, and Kant.
Discusses love, loss, and selfhood.
Examines limits of human understanding.
Engages with concepts of free will.
Invites reflection on our existential mysteries.
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Comprehensive introduction to St. Thomas Aquinas.
Explores philosophy and theology interconnection.
Covers natural law and metaphysics insights.
Essential resource for students and scholars.
Engagingly written for general readers.
Highlights Aquinas' influence on modern thought.
Clarifies arguments for the existence of God.
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130+ renowned philosophers included.
Daily readings for everyday inspiration.
Clear, jargon-free philosophy lessons.
Focus on ethics and happiness.
Beginner-friendly, no prior knowledge needed.
Perfect gift for philosophy lovers.
Build a lasting daily thinking habit.
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First English-language biography of Henri Bergson.
Explores Bergson's transformative impact on philosophy.
Highlights individual creativity and consciousness in thought.
Features debates with Einstein and Bertrand Russell.
Celebrates uniqueness of individual experience.
Presents urgent insights on memory and time.
Named a Best Book of 2024 by New Statesman.
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Explore timeless wisdom from Aristotle's profound teachings.
Covers ethics, logic, biology, and metaphysics.
Perfect for students and philosophy enthusiasts.
Translated works for today’s modern listener.
Guidance on leading a virtuous life.
Deep insights into existence and the natural world.
Unlock knowledge that shaped modern science and ethics.
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