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  Life As Dance: The Lost Wisdom...

  Ralph Waldo Emerson

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  Ralph Waldo Emerson was an American essayist, lecturer, philosopher, abolitionist, and poet who led the transcendentalist movement of the mid19th century. He was seen as a champion of individualism and a prescient critic of the countervailing pressures of society, and his ideology was disseminated through dozens of published essays and more than 1,500 public lectures across the United States. 
    
  Emerson gradually moved away from the religious and social beliefs of his contemporaries, formulating and expressing the philosophy of transcendentalism in his 1836 essay "Nature". Following this work, he gave a speech entitled "The American Scholar" in 1837, which Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. considered to be America's "intellectual Declaration of Independence." 
    
  Emerson wrote most of his important essays as lectures first and then revised them for print. His first two collections of essays, Essays: First Series and Essays: Second Series, represent the core of his thinking. They include the well-known essays "SelfReliance", "The OverSoul", "Circles", "The Poet", and "Experience." Together with "Nature", these essays made the decade from the mid1830s to the mid1840s Emerson's most fertile period. Emerson wrote on a number of subjects, never espousing fixed philosophical tenets, but developing certain ideas such as individuality, freedom, the ability for mankind to realize almost anything, and the relationship between the soul and the surrounding world. Emerson's "nature" was more philosophical than naturalistic: "Philosophically considered, the universe is composed of Nature and the Soul." Emerson is one of several figures who "took a more pantheist approach by rejecting views of God as separate from the world."

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  Scottish Literature - An...

  Alan Riach

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  What do we mean by 'Scottish literature'?
  Why does it matter?
  How do we engage with it?
  Bringing infectious enthusiasm and a lifetime's experience to bear on this multi-faceted literary nation, Alan Riach, Professor of Scottish Literature at the University of Glasgow, sets out to guide you through the varied and ever-evolving landscape of Scottish literature.
  A comprehensive and extensive work designed not only for scholars but also for the generally curious, Scottish Literature: an introduction tells the tale of Scotland's many voices across the ages, from Celtic pre-history to modern mass media. Forsaking critical jargon, Riach journeys chronologically through individual works and writers, both the famed and the forgotten, alongside broad overviews of cultural contexts which connect texts to their own times. Expanding the restrictive canon of days gone by, Riach also sets down a new core body of 'Scottish Literature': key writers and works in English, Scots, and Gaelic.
  Ranging across time and genre, Scottish Literature: an introduction invites you to hear Scotland through her own words.

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  Time Bomb - Irish Bombs English...

  Ros Franey, Grant McKee

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  Fifty years after the Guildford bombings, the case remains profoundly relevant today.  This new  edition is completely updated and revised with startling new material.  The Guildford Four endured 15 years behind bars for a crime they did not commit. The only evidence against them was their confessions extracted through intimidation and violence. Three Surrey police officers were acquitted of wrongdoing in 1993, but as this new edition reveals, there is testimony, never published, that corroborates evidence of far wider police malpractice.  Time Bomb was central to the reopening of the case of the Guildford Four when it was published in 1988 – exposing this egregious miscarriage of justice, and telling the chilling parallel story of the men actually responsible for the bombings, the London Active Service Unit, whose 1974-75 IRA campaign terrorised Britain.  Profoundly relevant today, as Michael Mansfield identifies in his introduction, the case of the Guildford Four is essentially the prototype of the corruption and concealment scandals which have beset the UK, from the Stephen Lawrence case through to the Post Office scandal, and asks how we can galvanise reform.  'Every twist and turn needs to be lived by the reader… page after page of compelling and mesmerising fact.  As you proceed, the magnitude of these events strikes a sense of burning injustice.'  Michael Mansfield

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  The Parva Naturalia Sense and...

  Aristotle

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  Sense and Sensibilia is a work of the Greek philosopher and scientist Aristotle, included in the collection Parva Naturalia.
  The Parva Naturalia (a conventional Latin title first used by Giles of Rome: "short treatises on nature") are a collection of seven works by Aristotle, which discuss natural phenomena involving the body and the soul. They form parts of Aristotle's biology.

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  Integrity - The Foundation of...

  Esther Jameson

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  Integrity is the cornerstone of trust, and trust is essential in every aspect of our lives. Whether in personal relationships, the workplace, or society as a whole, integrity is what binds us together and ensures that we can rely on one another. Without integrity, trust is compromised, and relationships become fragile, leading to misunderstandings, broken bonds, and lost opportunities. It is the foundation upon which all other virtues are built, and it is a key element that defines who we are as individuals and how we are perceived by others. 
  At its core, integrity is about being true to one’s principles and values, regardless of the circumstances. It means doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, and maintaining consistency between one’s beliefs, actions, and words. Integrity is not about perfection; rather, it is about being honest, transparent, and committed to doing what is right, even when it’s difficult or inconvenient. 
  One of the most powerful aspects of integrity is its ability to build trust. When we demonstrate integrity, others come to rely on our word and actions. Trust is built over time through repeated demonstrations of honesty, consistency, and reliability. Integrity fosters an environment where people feel safe, respected, and valued. It is the glue that holds relationships together, whether in families, friendships, or workplaces. People with integrity are seen as dependable, ethical, and authentic, making them natural leaders and role models.

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  Wealth and Poverty of Nations...

  Briefly Summaries

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Wealth and Poverty of Nations, by 
  David S. Landes.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by David S. Landes.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  Why are some nations rich while others remain mired in poverty? This groundbreaking exploration delves into the historical, cultural, and economic factors that have shaped global inequalities. Spanning centuries of human history, the book examines the impact of innovation, institutions, geography, and cultural values in shaping the wealth of nations. Through compelling examples and meticulous analysis, it provides a thought-provoking narrative on how the forces of history continue to influence the present, offering insights into the roots of economic success and failure.

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