Verlag: Aroha
Common Sense by Thomas Paine A revolutionary pamphlet advocating for American independence from British rule. Paine uses plain language to argue for self-governance, criticize monarchy, and inspire colonial unity. His persuasive rhetoric played a key role in mobilizing public opinion during the American Revolution.
In this intimate and riveting memoir, Best American Essayist Nicole Graev Lipson breaks through the ready-made stories of womanhood, rescuing truth from the fiction that infiltrates our lives. What does it take to escape the plotlines mapped onto us? Searching for clues in the work of her literary foremothers, Lipson untangles what it means to be a girl, a woman, a lover, a partner, a daughter, and a mother in a world all too ready to reduce us to stock characters. Whether she’s testing the fragile borders of fidelity, embracing the taboo power of female friendship, escaping her family for the solitude of the mountains, grappling with what to do with her frozen embryos, or letting go of the children she imagined for the ones she’s raising, Lipson pushes beyond the easy, surface stories we tell about ourselves to brave less certain territory. As Lipson journeys through this thorny terrain, literature becomes her lodestar. Kate Chopin’s erotic story “The Storm” helps her reckon with the longings stirring below the surface of her marriage. Watching her son absorb the stifling codes of manhood, she finds unlikely parenting inspiration in Philip Roth’s most cartoonish overbearing mother. Summoning Gwendolyn Brooks, she asks, Can destroying one’s frozen embryos be understood as a maternal act? And accompanied by Shakespeare’s gender-bending heroine Rosalind, she seizes on the truest meaning of loving her oldest child. Risky and revealing, nourishing and affirming, rigorous and sexy, Mothers and Other Fictional Characters is a shimmering love letter to our forgotten selves—and the ones we’re still becoming. “Sensitive, searingly intelligent, and beautifully written.”—Claire Dederer, author of Monsters: A Fan’s DilemmaZum Buch
Discover how the brain processes the world around us in this accessible introduction to cognitive psychology, written by psychologist and educator, Dr Shona Saul. Cognitive psychology is at the heart of the human experience and helps explain why we perceive the world as we do. This beginner's guide draws on the latest scientific research to present this hugely important subject in a new and exciting manner and brings the subject to life for the general reader. Learn the difference between short- and long-term memory, understand how the brain processes language, discover what consciousness really is and much more. Topics discussed include: Visual PerceptionAttentionMemory and LearningLanguageReasoning and Decision-Making Filled with helpful diagrams and simple summaries, Knowledge in a Nutshell: Cognitive Psychology is perfect for the non-expert, taking the complexities of the science of the mind and making them easy to understand. ABOUT THE SERIES: The critically-acclaimed Knowledge in a Nutshell series provides accessible and engaging introductions to wide-ranging topics, written by experts in their fields.Zum Buch
Around the world the foundations of democracy, freedom, civil liberties are being eroded—what can be done?Are we living through the end of the democratic moment? While democracy once seemed the bedrock of Western societies, the past few decades have revealed a fragile reality. Once liberal countries are turning to authoritarianism, wealthy individuals and corporations are interfering with elections evermore flagrantly, and faith in democracy has plummeted among every demographic. What happened?From gerrymandering and partisanship to corporate interference and tainted donations, A. C. Grayling reveals the forces undermining our democratic ideals and offers bold solutions. An urgent wake-up call to the risks this poses to us all, For The People reminds us why democracy remains worth fighting for.Zum Buch
Fred, the patriarch and visionary behind the Koch brothers' legacy, blazed a trail in the oil industry. In 1925, his foresight led him to acquire a one-third stake in a Wichita engineering firm, a pivotal move that laid the foundation for the eventual behemoth, Koch Industries. From these modest beginnings, Fred's entrepreneurial spirit set the stage for a family saga marked by astounding success, familial discord, and a profound impact on the American political landscape. The year 1933 witnessed the union of Fred and Mary Koch, marking the commencement of their familial odyssey. The arrival of their firstborn, Frederick, in 1934, was followed by the birth of Charles in 1935. The family's expansion continued in 1940 with the arrival of fraternal twins, David and Bill, completing the Koch family circle. These formative years were crucial in shaping the dynamics that would later shape the Koch brothers' relationships and individual trajectories. Despite the burgeoning success of Fred's investments, he was steadfast in his resolve not to raise entitled children. Financial lessons were woven into their upbringing, with the children receiving only a modest allowance for completing household chores. Luxuries deemed unnecessary, such as television, were intentionally excluded from their lives. This deliberate approach aimed to instill in them a strong work ethic, rooted in humility, that would serve as the cornerstone of their future endeavors. Fred's commitment to molding resilient individuals was further underscored by his emphasis on manual labor and impromptu history lessons at the family dinner table. Through these unconventional but impactful methods, he sought to impart a broader understanding of the world to his children, transcending the traditional bounds of formal education.Zum Buch
If you feel like you are stuck with narcissistic behaviors for the rest of your life. Think again... Because while no single book or even therapy session for that matter can completely remove all poisonous habits, this book will show you specific steps to lessen the extreme harshness of your self-loving personality traits. Decreasing narcissism in people has been done countless times before and there is scientific evidence showing anyone who is willing to put in the work can create new healthy habits. Some of your past relationships may never be restored but your future relationships can absolutely go the way you want. While you may feel alone for having a narcissistic personality disorder or just narcissistic tendencies... About 1 in every 16 people (6.2%) of the population has it too. Here's just a fraction of what you'll discover inside this book:The different types of narcissism along the narcissistic spectrumLearning to fully engage in experiences with mindfulness techniquesDaily practice exercises of gratitude that will let you have an attractive personalityHealing relationships through self-compassion by focusing outwards instead of inwardsManaging narcissism through cognitive behavioral therapyDiscovery of trauma and healing childhood woundsAnd much, much more... This is not a 400 page book that you need a psychology degree to understand. Written in plain English and free from professional jargon. Every piece of psychological terminology is clearly defined inside.Zum Buch
The Madman, His Parables and Poems is a book written by Kahlil Gibran, which was published in the United States by Alfred A. Knopf in 1918, with illustrations reproduced from original drawings by the author. It was Gibran's first book in English to be published, also marking the beginning of the second phase of Gibran's career. May Ziade, with whom Gibran had been corresponding since 1912, reviewed it in Al-Hilal, a magazine in Egypt. Among the most significant works Kahlil Gibran: "Broken Wings", "The Prophet", "The Earth Gods" , "The Garden of the Prophet".Zum Buch
