Editorial: Desire Blossom Books
Craving A Taste Of Something Provocative?Provocative Pleasures brings you 12 short erotic stories designed to arouse your soul and awaken your deepest desires.From teasing seductions to daring encounters, every tale is dripping with passion, heat, and temptation you won’t be able to resist.Give in to the pleasure—you know you want to.
Step into the world of classic detective fiction with Dorothy L. Sayers' The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club. This compelling mystery invites readers to join the brilliant and charming detective Lord Peter Wimsey as he unravels a perplexing case set within the exclusive Bellona Club.When a member of the club is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Lord Peter delves into a tangled web of secrets, inheritance disputes, and hidden motives. With her trademark wit and meticulous plotting, Sayers crafts a story filled with intrigue, sharp characterizations, and a vivid portrayal of London's high society.Perfect for fans of traditional whodunits and intelligent storytelling, The Unpleasantness at the Bellona Club offers an enthralling journey into the world of mystery, loyalty, and justice. A must-read for admirers of Dorothy L. Sayers and the iconic Lord Peter Wimsey.Ver libro
To see the world through comedian, writer, and The New Yorker contributor Zach Zimmerman's eyes is to be reminded of the many ways in which love, religion, family, sex, money—or often lack thereof—lay bare our most elemental and embarrassing humanness. From meditations on heartbreak to not-so-helpful how-tos, this laugh-and-cry-out-loud essay collection documents one person's navigation through queerness, climbing the corporate ladder, dating cryptocurrency-obsessed mansplainers, mourning the loss of religiosity, and all the minute, beautiful discoveries in between. "A charming, funny, resoundingly queer collection of bite-sized stories that go down smooth. It's a perfect summer read. You will fall in love with Zach." —GUY BRANUM, author of My Life as a Goddess: A Memoir Through (Un)Popular Culture "Funny, provocative, touching, honest, and original. We're all already in Hell, but I'm so glad Zach is here with us. Zach writes as easily about the Olive Garden extended menu as about heartbreak and religion. I felt so seen and I laughed so hard." —BLYTHE ROBERSON, author of How to Date Men When You Hate MenVer libro
Surviving Life’s Most Brutal StormsAs a World Series-winning pitcher with the San Francisco Giants, Jeremy Affeldt stared down all kinds of pressure. But none compared to the stress he faced in his personal life, when things completely fell apart. He learned that going it alone in a crisis is like trying to pitch without a catcher—there’s no one to help with the next pitch or advise you on the curveballs.In Built for the Storm, Affeldt shares his personal story—including pitching with double vision in Game 7 of the 2014 World Series—and the lesson he’s learned: It’s better to find your herd—a small group of friends who are there for you whenthe next storm hits. It’s called the “buffalo mentality”—a mindset to run toward the storm, rather than away from it. Not because the storm isn’t terrifying, but because it is. And when we face the storm and move into it, there’s a good chance we’ll get through it faster. Especially together. That’s the buffalo mentality. That’s built for the storm.Ver libro
"On Life and Death" is a work of the Greek philosopher and scientist Aristotle, which was included in the collection Parva Naturalia ("short treatises on nature"). The collection consists of seven essays discussing various natural phenomena related to the body and soul.
The culmination of Aristotle's "Parva Naturalia" is the definition of the stages of the life cycle, from the birth of a new living being to death.
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"A Classic Collection of Philosophical Essays: Spinoza, Immanuel Kant, Schopenhauer, Herbert Spencer, Friedrich Nietzsche, Bertrand Russell and Many Others" by Will Durant offers an insightful and comprehensive anthology of essays on some of the most influential philosophers in Western thought. This collection captures the essence of each thinker's contributions to philosophy, making complex ideas accessible and engaging for a broad audience.Spinoza: Durant explores Spinoza's pantheism and his view of a universe governed by natural laws, presenting his ideas on ethics, politics, and the nature of reality.Immanuel Kant: The essays delve into Kant's critical philosophy, including his revolutionary ideas on metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics, particularly his notion of the categorical imperative.Arthur Schopenhauer: Durant examines Schopenhauer's concept of the "will" as the driving force behind all existence and his pessimistic view of life, highlighting his influence on later existential and psychoanalytic thought.Herbert Spencer: The collection covers Spencer's application of evolutionary theory to philosophy, sociology, and ethics, emphasizing his ideas on progress and the "survival of the fittest."Friedrich Nietzsche: Durant discusses Nietzsche's critique of traditional morality, his concept of the "Übermensch," and his declaration of the "death of God," exploring how these ideas challenge conventional beliefs and promote individual self-overcoming.Bertrand Russell: The anthology includes essays on Russell's contributions to logic, analytic philosophy, and his advocacy for scientific rationalism and social reform.Through vivid biographical sketches and clear expositions of their key ideas, Durant brings these philosophers' thoughts to life. "A Classic Collection of Philosophical Essays" is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the foundational concepts and enduring questions that have shaped Western philosophy.Contents:1. Plato2. Aristotle and Greek Science3. Francis Bacon4. Spinoza5. Voltaire and the French Enlightenment6. Immanuel Kant and German Idealism7. Schopenhauer8. Herbert Spencer9. Friedrich Nietzsche10. Contemporary European Philosophers: Bergson, Croce and Bertrand Russell11. Contemporary American Philosophers: Santayana, James and DeweyVer libro
“Telling them what Jimmy did... it’s the most important thing you can tell a young player who is representing Manchester United,” - Sir Alex Ferguson This updated, family authorised biography of Manchester United hero Jimmy Murphy celebrates the career of the man who managed the club after the Munich air disaster and took charge of Wales at the 1958 World Cup. Alongside Sir Matt Busby and Sir Alex Ferguson, nobody in the long history of Manchester United is as important as Jimmy Murphy. As legendary Manchester United manager Busby lay in an oxygen tent in his hospital bed, recovering from the horror of the Munich plane crash, he clutched the friend of his close friend and faithful right-hand-man Murphy. Murphy stepped into Busby’s shoes and answered United’s call in their hour of need. More than that, he provided the spark which would see a phoenix spectacularly rise from the flames. Murphy would be at Busby’s side as the club famously conquered England and Europe, driven by a new generation of Babes. Murphy would remain United’s assistant manager up to 1971, going on to become a club scout, unearthing and recruiting famous talents like Gordon Hill and Steve Coppell. In his other role as Wales’ football manager, he would mastermind his country’s appearance in the World Cup finals – taking Wales to the brink of the semi-finals in 1958. The Man Who Kept The Red Flag Flying has been written in full cooperation with Murphy’s family, with unique insight from sons Nick and Jimmy Junior. It features contributions and comments from Sir Alex Ferguson, George Best, Tommy Docherty and Ron Atkinson, among many, and rare excerpts from the Daily Mirror and Manchester Evening News archives. This updated title will celebrate the 60th anniversary of Manchester United’s 1965 First Division title and the unveiling of a statue dedicated to Murphy at Old Trafford in 2023 in its honour.Ver libro
