Begleiten Sie uns auf eine literarische Weltreise!
Buch zum Bücherregal hinzufügen
Grey
Einen neuen Kommentar schreiben Default profile 50px
Grey
Jetzt das ganze Buch im Abo oder die ersten Seiten gratis lesen!
All characters reduced
The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci - cover

The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci

Jonathan D. Spence

Verlag: Publishdrive

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Beschreibung

From the renowned historian and author of The Death of Woman Wang, a vivid and gripping account of the 16th-century missionary’s remarkable sojourn to Ming ChinaIn 1577, the Jesuit Priest Matteo Ricci set out from Italy to bring Christian faith and Western thought to Ming dynasty China. To capture the complex emotional and religious drama of Ricci's extraordinary life, Jonathan Spence relates his subject's experiences with several images that Ricci himself created—four images derived from the events in the Bible and others from a book on the art of memory that Ricci wrote in Chinese and circulated among members of the Ming dynasty elite. A rich and compelling narrative about a fascinating life, The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci is also a significant work of global history, juxtaposing the world of Counter-Reformation Europe with that of Ming China.
Verfügbar seit: 16.09.2025.
Drucklänge: 165 Seiten.

Weitere Bücher, die Sie mögen werden

  • Confession & betrayals - cover

    Confession & betrayals

    A.C Cumberland

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    In the small, seemingly idyllic town of Hermiston, Oregon, Ethan Brandt's world is torn apart in a single, devastating moment—the murder of his parents. As Ethan returns home to confront his grief, he quickly learns that their deaths are only the tip of an iceberg of secrets. With whispers of corruption, betrayal, and criminal empires lurking beneath the town's surface, Ethan is thrust into a dark conspiracy that shakes the foundation of everything he thought he knew about his family, his friends, and himself. 
    From shadowy meetings to chilling confessions, Ethan finds himself caught in a dangerous web of lies spun by those he trusted most. With his best friend Mark by his side, Ethan embarks on a harrowing journey to uncover the truth. But as secrets unravel, each revelation forces him to confront his own morals, his faith, and the haunting question: how far will he go to protect the ones he loves—and to save himself? 
    A gripping tale of loyalty and deception, Confessions and Betrayals is a powerful exploration of the ties that bind us, the choices that define us, and the ultimate cost of seeking redemption in a world steeped in sin.
    Zum Buch
  • White Thinking - Behind the Mask of Racial Identity - cover

    White Thinking - Behind the Mask...

    Lilian Thuram

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    What does it mean to be white? Beyond just a skin colour, is it also a way of thinking? If so, how did it come about, and why? 
     
    In this book, drawing on history, personal experience and activist literature, the former footballer and World Champion Lilian Thuram looks at the origins and workings of white thinking, how it divides us and how it has become ubiquitous and accepted without challenge. He demonstrates how centuries of white bias and denial justified slavery and colonialism, and have reinforced norms and structures of oppression, limiting the roles and horizons of both non-whites and whites alike. 
    Crucially, while White Thinking is a critique of ingrained structural inequities, it calls for an inclusive approach to solving the problem, and aims to raise awareness and imagine a new world in which all of humanity is given equal weight. 
    “White Thinking patiently demonstrates… how European societies, through their creation of Black people, also invented White people.” LE MONDE 
    “Strikes another blow in his battle against racial stereotypes.” LA VIE 
    “This book is not interested in repentance or white guilt but in the ability to face up to historical reality and to the fact that others might have a very different understanding of that history.” REVUE DES DEUX MONDES 
    “He is almost unique amongst retired sportspeople, having left his old life behind him in the dressing room. Today, the activist has replaced the footballer.” LIBÉRATION
    Zum Buch
  • Mastering Human - A manual to understanding the purpose of life on Earth - cover

    Mastering Human - A manual to...

    Conversations with Heaven on Earth

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    And so we were wanting to discuss the significance of the new book. We even know you are questioning the title of this, it wasn't about opening up your mindset, it was about understanding the significance of the written text, once again, and how that can be so profound, and absorption of the information is easier to digest. We see that the voice and the words through the videos with the sound can almost put people into a hypnotic state themselves, where they are not even able to consciously absorb and follow the information. They find that they have to keep listening to the sessions many times because they just go into a very relaxed trance state themselves where they're getting their own upgrades and epiphanies and senses of their own higher versions of selves and other multi-dimensional aspects of self. 
    This is going to be a profound book that we view this as, because this is the teachings of Jesus. And while we were giving you strong senses that we did not want you to abuse or label the name of him because of the misperceptions of who he is, and who he stands for; we see many people reluctant to be interested in what that man had to say, because they have still got a firm attachment to him being a part of a religion that may have been part of their inner childhood trauma or work, not just this lifetime. We know many who are still traumatized by being killed for a religion, either because they did not comply or they were trying to share other perspectives of religion. So there is much to be said about what religion has done to humanity. And of course, it's human free-will choices. But the truth has almost been so hidden from humanity that the truth has been so watered down and twisted with opinions. It's been a total manipulation for many. This is Earth's history. We cannot pretend it has not been as such. 
    Zum Buch
  • Rise of the Machines - cover

    Rise of the Machines

    Raphael Terra

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    This audiobook has been recorded using Text to speech (TTS). 
     
    For decades science fiction writers have amazed us and terrorized us with their portrayal of the world of robots. The coming army of super artificially intelligent machines that will help us or hinder us. From the crazy daleks of Dr Who to the funny and human like androids of Star Trek, everything has been imagined. 
     
    Today we are living in that future age of robots and artificial intelligence. Today all those dreams of the past are coming true. Around the world scientists, engineers and software creators are bringing to life the fantasy world of the films. 
     
    Mechanical robots will soon be outdated with biologically created humanoids implanted with artificial intelligence and connected to each other across the globe. They will self-repair, gather energy from the sun and live forever. They will be all-knowing and all-powerful like Gods that will walk the earth. 
     
    And all the time we humans are blindly following. We are walking away from millions of years as beings of a natural world into something so unnatural that even the science fiction writers will be amazed. This future world is now inevitable and cannot be stopped. We have no choice but to be part of it and so we had better be armed with knowledge inorder to be better prepared for the circumstances. The greatest brains on earth today have warned us about the consequences of getting this new technology wrong. They have predicted catastrophe. Prepare to meet your future now.
    Zum Buch
  • Caste Uncovered: Unraveling the Truths Behind Societal Divisions - "Elevate your perspective! Experience impactful audio lessons from 'Caste Uncovered' and reveal the truths of society" - cover

    Caste Uncovered: Unraveling the...

    Bastian Kincaid

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Caste Uncovered: Unraveling the Truths Behind Societal Divisions 
    ⭐⭐ Simplified Guide and Explanations Included ⭐⭐ 
    Are you eager to advance in your understanding of societal structures and effectively engage with the complexities of caste? 
    Searching for a thorough resource that equips you with the essential insights to navigate the realities of caste dynamics? 
    Your search ends here! 
    This guide acts as your ultimate resource for deepening your comprehension, honing your empathy, and participating in practical discussions. With this, you’re set for impactful learning. 
    Updated for the latest insights on caste understanding. 
    Key features of this enhanced guide include: 
    - In-depth perspectives on societal divisions and caste dynamics 
    - Comprehensive explanations fostering understanding and empathy 
    - Effective strategies for challenging entrenched beliefs and perceptions 
    Our guide stands out through its extensive coverage, vital for grasping the intricacies of caste. Concepts are explored with careful attention, avoiding superficial treatment. 
    Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official caste-related organization; it serves as an independent resource focused on your enlightenment. 
    Crafted with a clear framework and accessible language, our guide ensures seamless transitions between topics. Say goodbye to complicated jargon and embrace clear, concise, and technically sound content. 
    So, why hesitate? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and embark on your journey to understanding societal divisions and fostering empathy!
    Zum Buch
  • Prehistoric World The - Vanished Races - cover

    Prehistoric World The - Vanished...

    E. A. Allen

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0
    Originally published in 1885. 
    The Prehistoric World; or, Vanished Races, by E.A. Allen 
    We are told that in Tartary, each native makes the iron he needs, just as every household would make its own bread. The furnace is a very small affair, not holding more than three pounds of ore. This is filled with ore and charcoal. The bellows are used, and after the charcoal is all burned out, the result is a small piece of spongy iron, which needs only repeated heating and hammering to be made serviceable. 
    Primitive furnaces, on a somewhat larger scale, have been discovered in Switzerland. Here, the excavation was made in the side of a hill, and a rude, dome-shaped chimney built over it. We must not forget that our task ends where the historian's begins. The use of iron did not long precede history, so we have but little to describe as to the customs and manners of life during the prehistoric Iron Age.
    Zum Buch