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  Philosophers of Language and...

  Hector Davidson

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  - Ludwig Wittgenstein: Wittgenstein underwent a significant philosophical transformation after his work on the Tractatus, largely due to his dissatisfaction with the results of his early approach. By the time of his later work, particularly in Philosophical Investigations, Wittgenstein had rejected the picture theory of meaning and developed the concept of "language games." He argued that meaning is not inherent in words themselves but is derived from their use in various social contexts. Language, for Wittgenstein, is a tool embedded in human practices and activities. He claimed that understanding language requires understanding the ways it functions in specific contexts, challenging the idea of a fixed, underlying structure of meaning. 
  - Michel Foucault: Michel Foucault, a French philosopher, historian, and social theorist, is renowned for his critical exploration of power, knowledge, and social institutions. Born in 1926, Foucault’s work spans a range of disciplines, from philosophy to sociology, psychology, and political science. His intellectual journey reflects a unique approach to understanding human societies, focusing not on abstract metaphysical systems but on the structures that shape human behavior, knowledge, and institutions.

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  Agreeing to Disagree - How the...

  Nathan S. Chapman, Michael W....

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  The Establishment Clause of the First Amendment, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion", may be the most contentious and misunderstood provision of the entire United States Constitution. What exactly is an "establishment of religion"? And what is a law "respecting" it? 
   
   
   
  Many commentators reduce the clause to "the separation of church and state." This implies that church and state are at odds, that the public sphere must be secular, and that the Establishment Clause is in tension with the Free Exercise of Religion Clause. All of these implications misconstrue the Establishment Clause's original purpose. The clause facilitates religious diversity and guarantees equality of religious freedom by prohibiting the government from coercing or inducing citizens to change their religious beliefs and practices. 
   
   
   
  In Agreeing to Disagree, Nathan S. Chapman and Michael W. McConnell detail the theological, political, and philosophical underpinnings of the Establishment Clause, state disestablishment, and the disestablishment norms applied to the states by the Fourteenth Amendment. In one of the most thorough accounts of the Establishment Clause, Chapman and McConnell argue that the clause is best understood as a constitutional commitment for Americans to agree to disagree about matters of faith.

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  Geist und Materie Gott und die...

  Luc Ciompi

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  … "Wenn ich also das Ergebnis meiner Untersuchung in knappster Form zusammenfassen müsste, so ergäbe sich etwa Folgendes: Energie ist eine Urkraft unbekannter Herkunft mit einem ungeheuren Differenzierungspotenzial. 'Tote' wie lebende Materie ist zunehmend raffiniert organisierte Energie. Das organisierende Prinzip ist der Weltgeist, ein grenzenloses abstraktes Potenzial von Kombinationsmöglichkeiten, welche im Lauf der Evolution vom Big Bang bis heute immer differenzierter realisiert und materialisiert worden sind. Aspekte des Weltgeists werden von lebendigen Organismen sukzessive entdeckt und genutzt. Sowohl der Weltgeist wie auch die Energie können wahlweise als göttlichen oder natürlichen Ursprungs aufgefasst werden."
  
  … "So if I had to summarize the result of my investigation in the briefest form, it would be something like the following: energy is a primal force of unknown origin with a tremendous potential for differentiation. 'Dead' and living matter is increasingly sophisticatedly organized energy. The organizing principle is the world spirit, a limitless abstract potential of possible combinations, which has been realized and materialized in an increasingly differentiated way in the course of evolution from the Big Bang to the present day. Aspects of the world spirit are successively discovered and utilized by living organisms. Both the world spirit and the energy can be understood to be either of divine or natural origin."
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  Luc Ciompi, Prof. em.; Studium der Medizin, Facharzt für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie; psychoanalytische und systemisch-familientherapeutische Ausbildung; 1977–1994 Ordentlicher Professor an der medizinischen Fakultät der Universität Bern, Mit-Vorsteher des Departements der Universität Bern und ärztlicher Direktor der Sozialpsychiatrischen Universitätsklinik Bern; 1984–1998 Begründer und erster ärztlicher Leiter der therapeutischen Wohngemeinschaft "Soteria Bern"; seit 1995 freier wissenschaftlicher Buchautor und Publizist; psychotherapeutische Beratungs- und Supervisionstätigkeit, Computerforschung zum Konzept der Affektlogik.

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  Taken As Red: How Labour Won Big...

  Anushka Asthana

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  How Labour took power and what they're doing with it 
  'Taken As Red stands out for its balance and the depth of its reporting' The Guardian 
  'Revelatory and insightful.' Tim Shipman 
  In Taken As Red acclaimed political journalist Anushka Asthana takes us behind the scenes of the 2024 general election campaign. 
  As the political landscape undergoes a seismic shift, this gripping account provides an unprecedented insider’s perspective on the inner workings of Keir Starmer’s Labour and Rishi Sunak’s Conservatives, and the events of this high-stakes electoral contest as it unfolded. 
  With unparalleled access to key players and exclusive insights, it delves into the strategic decisions, campaign dynamics and unexpected twists that defined the election. From the battle bus to the corridors of power, Asthana analyses just how the result came about. Was it evidence of Labour’s strategic brilliance or the inevitable result of a spiralling decline of trust in the Tories? And what of Reform’s role? 
  Lively, analytical and compelling, Taken As Red reveals the calculated gambles and innovative strategies at play, and the people behind them. And in doing so, it looks forward as well as back. 
  Featuring exclusive interviews with more than 100 political insiders including Rachel Reeves, Wes Streeting, Kwasi Kwarteng and Nigel Farage. 
  Anushka Asthana's Taken As Red is a must-read for anyone interested in the science of elections and campaigns. This non-fiction biography of Britain's political process in the 21st century is a top pick for history buffs. 
  For fans of Bob Woodward (The Trump Tapes) 
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  American History Stories: 101...

  Ahoy Publications

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  Uncover the soul of America with American History Stories! 
  Embark on an enthralling journey where each story is a thread in the vast tapestry of the United States’ legacy. 
  This collection of 101 true tales masterfully narrates the pivotal events and influential figures that have carved the nation’s path from its rugged colonial beginnings to its current standing on the world stage. 
  Discover what happened to the early Jamestown settlers, witness the Night of Terror, and explore important and legendary figures in US history such as George Washington and Frederick Douglass.Dive into the unknown: Discover tales of early settlers and their harrowing experiences, shedding light on the less traveled paths of American history.Witness groundbreaking moments: From the drafting of the Declaration of Independence to the monumental civil rights struggles, be a part of the events that shaped the nation.Meet the legends: Get up close with figures like George Washington and Frederick Douglass, understanding their roles beyond the textbooks.Uncover hidden stories: Learn about the first woman executed in the United States and the true story behind the sack of Lawrence.Embark on a journey of resilience: Through trials and triumphs, explore how the United States emerged from adversity to become a beacon of freedom and progress.Experience history firsthand: Feel the emotions and motivations that drove individuals and communities to fight for their beliefs and shape a nation. 
  American History Stories doesn't just recount history; it immerses you in it. 
  Embark on this extraordinary exploration into America’s past. Seize your copy today!

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  American Civil War The: An...

  Enthralling History

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  A nation divided, a war between brothers, and immense political and social consequences—the American Civil War is certainly one of the most famous conflicts in world history. 
  Everyone has heard of the bloody conflict that cost the lives of over one million people. When people think of the Civil War, they think of Abraham Lincoln, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the North-South divide between the American states, but there is so much more to uncover about the American Civil War. 
  This audiobook will dive into the details of the Civil War and explore what caused it, how it unfolded, and its short- and long-term consequences. 
  You will discover the following in this audiobook:        The socio-political situation of 19th-century America before the war        Roots of the problem of slavery        Abraham Lincoln and the creation of the Republican Party        The infamous North-South divide        Causes of secession and the beginning of the war        Main actors on both sides, including Ulysses S. Grant, Jefferson Davis, and Robert E. Lee        Military campaigns that shaped the four-year-long war        The influential battles of Gettysburg, Chancellorsville, Vicksburg, and Fredericksburg        The passing of the Emancipation Proclamation        The assassination of President Lincoln 
  Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to begin unpacking the history of the US Civil War!

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