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  Ecce Homo

  Friedrich Nietzsche

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  “Without music, life would be a mistake.”“It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.” ...“That which does not kill us makes us stronger.”“I'm not upset that you lied to me, I'm upset that from now on I can't believe you.” 
  Nietzsche 
   
  The philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche's autobiography, Ecce Homo, was the last prose work that he wrote before his illness in 1889. Coming at the end of an extraordinarily productive year in which he had produced The Twilight of the Idols and The Antichrist, Nietzsche shuns any pretense at modesty with chapter titles include “Why I am so Wise”, “Why I am so Clever” and “Why I Write Such Excellent Books”. His translator Anthony M. Ludovici states, Ecce Homo “is not only a coping-stone worthy of the wonderful creations of that year, but also a fitting conclusion to his whole life, in the form of a grand summing up of his character as a man, his purpose as a reformer, and his achievement as a thinker. 
   
  Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche was a German philosopher, cultural critic and philologist whose work has exerted a profound influence on modern intellectual history. He began his career as a classical philologist before turning to philosophy.

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  Won't You Love Me?

  Toni Maguire, Ava Thomas

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  From the bestselling author Toni Maguire comes a new true story of abuse and survival. 
   
   
   
  'Whatever you do, don't go back to him, not this time. If not for your sake, then for your children's.' 
   
   
   
  Ava Thomas knew leaving was the right decision. Trapped and manipulated in her relationship, and after yet another violent beating whilst she was pregnant, Ava was helped to a women's refuge with her children. 
   
   
   
  Listening to the stories of other women there, Ava began thinking back to where it all started to go wrong. Brought up by a mother who never loved her, Ava sought that missing care and warmth elsewhere. Running away to her father's home as a teenager, she thought she might finally be safe. But after being abused by her own brother, she was thrown out onto the streets. Ava searched for the love she had been desperately missing her whole life and ended up in a relationship controlled by domestic violence. 
   
   
   
  Lifted by the strength of the other women around her, Ava found a new home, a fresh start and never looked back—with her loving children by her side. 
   
   
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Political Uncertainty - A...

  Gergana Dimova

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  Overall, this book furnishes important insights into uncertainty in political life and how the discipline of political science is coming to terms with it.

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  Rhythm of Resistance - The...

  Eroms Ehiagwina

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  "Rhythm of Resistance: The Soulful Echoes of Black Musicians in the Era of Martin Luther King Jr. (1957-1968)" is a must-read book that sheds light on the pivotal role of music in the Civil Rights Movement. It provides a comprehensive overview of the social, political, and cultural context of the era, highlighting how music served as a powerful tool for expressing the aspirations and frustrations of African Americans. Through songs such as "We Shall Overcome" and "A Change Is Gonna Come," music became an anthem of the movement, inspiring activists and mobilizing communities across America and beyond, it also highlights the struggles of people of color in the United Kingdom at this time. This book is a testament to the enduring spirit of resistance and resilience that drives us towards a more just and equitable society. It serves as a reminder that the struggle for racial justice is ongoing, and the power of music to inspire social change remains as relevant today as it was during the Civil Rights era. Get ready to be inspired and motivated by the transformative power of music in the fight for civil rights. 
   

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  Today's Authors Series: Phillip...

  Phillip DePoy

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  Hear a lecture given by best-selling author Phillip DePoy as he reads from and discusses his historical novel set in 1605, "The King James Conspiracy," about a conspiracy that threatens the new translation of the Bible ordered by King James I, and the lives of the scholars working on it.

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  The Yakuza - History and...

  Kelly Mass

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  The Yakuza were members of large-scale organized criminal syndicates based in Japan, known for their deeply entrenched criminal activities and distinctive cultural identity. Officially referred to as "violent organizations" at the request of Japanese authorities, the Yakuza bear similarities to gangsters or mafia members in the West. Their reputation is tied to strict codes of conduct, an internally hierarchical and feudal structure, and an array of unique ritual practices. Among the most notorious of these customs is *yubitsume*, the ritualistic amputation of part of the left little finger, used as a form of atonement for mistakes or failure within the organization. This physical mark is often a telling sign of membership. Yakuza members were typically described as males in sharp suits, their bodies adorned with elaborate, full-body tattoos, and their hair slicked back in a signature style. They are regarded as one of the most powerful and financially successful criminal groups in the world. 
  At the height of their influence, the Yakuza wielded considerable power both in Japan and internationally. In the early 1960s, police estimates placed the total Yakuza membership at over 200,000 members, a number that has significantly declined in recent decades. The reduction in their ranks can be attributed to a combination of economic shifts and legal reforms that made it increasingly difficult for the Yakuza to operate as they once had. Despite this, the Yakuza remain involved in a wide variety of criminal enterprises today, ranging from drug trafficking to white-collar crime, and continue to instill fear among many Japanese citizens, who view them as a persistent threat to public safety.

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