the metaphysics of nature

Idea of Democracy

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Copp, David / Roemer, John E. / Hampton, Jean E., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, In the wake of the recent expansion of democratic forms of government around the world, political theorists have begun to rethink the nature and justification of this form of government. The essays in this book address a variety of foundational questions about democracy: How effective is it? How stable can it be in a pluralist society? Does it deserve its current popularity? Can it successfully guide a socialist society?

Nature's Fireworks: A Book about Lightning

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sherman, Josepha / Wesley, Omarr, PUBLISHER: Picture Window Books, The dance of snowflakes. The patter of rain. Find out why the sky acts as it does in these eye-pleasing books that are perfect for the emergent reader. This series is aligned with the standard, "The Physical Setting: The Earth" as required by Benchmarks for Science Literacy: Project .

On The Nature Of Poetry An Appraisal And Investigation Of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kenneth Verity, PUBLISHER: Shepheard Walwyn Publishers Limited, NA

The Dirt She Ate: Selected and New Poems

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pratt, Minnie Bruce, PUBLISHER: University of Pittsburgh Press, Suffused with pain and power, Minnie Bruce Pratt's poetry is as evocative of the swamps and streets of the American south as it is of the emotional lives of those too often forced into the margins of society. Vivid, lush, and intensely honest, these poems capture the rough edges of the world and force us to pay attention. The Dirt She Ate features thirteen new poems as well as selections from Minnie Bruce Pratt's previous collections of poetry -- The Sound of One Fork (); We Say We Love Each Other (); Crime Against Nature ().

The Stone War

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Robins, Madeleine E., PUBLISHER: Tor Books, John Tietjen loves New York City like life itself. But while hes out of town at a conference, confused reports come out of the city. Millions of refugees are streaming out, each bearing contradictory tales of fire, earthquake, explosions, collapse. Making his perilous way back, he gathers a few survivors and establishes a shelter. But the full nature of the catastrophe is still unclear.

Woodpeckers

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Peck, George, PUBLISHER: Child's World, Discover the fascinating lives of birds with Smart Apple Media's Birdbooks series. A delight for nature lovers, these eight colorful volumes describe the behaviors, habitats, and life cycles of a variety of bird species.

Studies on Greek Americans

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kourvetaris, George, PUBLISHER: East European Monographs, In this third volume of the author's scholarly work, twenty fives articles address topics important to Greek society, culture, and politics, such as ethnicity; prejudice; ethnonationalism; civil military relations; class consciousness; and the Olympic Games. The author stresses his methods, theories, and findings, and introduction of the volume the concepts and the nature of organization and social organizations are clarified.

The Ethics of Autism: Among Them, But Not of Them

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barnbaum, Deborah R., PUBLISHER: Indiana University Press, Autism is one of the most compelling, controversial, and heartbreaking cognitive disorders. It presents unique philosophical challenges as well, raising intriguing questions in philosophy of mind, cognitive science, and philosophy of language that need to be explored if the autistic population is to be responsibly served. Starting from the "theory of mind" thesis that a fundamental deficit in autism is the inability to recognize that other persons have minds, Deborah R. Barnbaum considers its implications for the nature of consciousness, our understanding of the consciousness of others, meaning theories in philosophy of language, and the modality of mind. This discussion lays the groundwork for consideration of the value of an autistic life, as well as the moral theories available to persons with autism. The book also explores questions about genetic decision making, research into the nature of autism, and the controversial quest for a cure. This is a timely and wide-ranging book on a disorder that commends itself to serious ethical examination.

The Bodily Nature of Consciousness: Sartre and Contemporary

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Wider, Kathleen V., PUBLISHER: Cornell University Press, In this work, Kathleen V. Wider discusses Jean-Paul Sartre's analysis of consciousness in Being and Nothingness in light of recent work by analytic philosophers, psychologists, and neuroscientists. She brings together phenomenological and scientific understandings of the nature of consciousness and argues that the two approaches can strengthen and suppport each other. Work on consciousness from two very different philosophical traditions -- the continental and analytic -- contributes to her explanation of the deep-seated intuition that all consciousness is self-consciousness. Belief in the reflexivity of consciousness, which reaches back at least as far as Rene Descartes, has come under increasing attack. Those who would undermine it cite recent and ongoing findings of experimental psychologists and neuroscientists. Wider argues that the philosophical debate tends to proceed with little awareness of the extensive study of consciousness undertaken by continental philosophers during the first half of this century. With her clear explanations of both the Sartrean and contemporary Anglo-American contributions, Wider provides an invaluable map for scholars on both sides, and demonstrates how phenomenology and science both enhance current understanding and explanation of the nature of consciousness.

Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Maguire, Gregory / Smith, Douglas, PUBLISHER: Harper, When Dorothy triumphed over the Wicked Witch of the West in L. Frank Baum's classic tale, we heard only her side of the story. But what about her arch-nemesis, the mysterious witch? Where did she come from? How did she become so wicked? And what is the true nature of evil? Gregory Maguire creates a fantasy world so rich and vivid that we will never look at Oz the same way again. "Wicked" is about a land where animals talk and strive to be treated like first-class citizens, Munchkinlanders seek the comfort of middle-class stability and the Tin Man becomes a victim of domestic violence. And then there is the little green-skinned girl named Elphaba, who will grow up to be the infamous Wicked Witch of the West, a smart, prickly and misunderstood creature who challenges all our preconceived notions about the nature of good and evil.

An Inquiry Into The Nature And Functions Of The Moral Sense

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: B Daniel, PUBLISHER: Kessinger Publishing LLC, NA

The Science of Aesthetics or, the Nature, Kinds, Laws and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Henry Noble Day, PUBLISHER: Kessinger Publishing LLC, NA

Aristotle's First Principles

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Irwin, Terence H., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Exploring Aristotle's philosophical method and the merits of his conclusions, Irwin here shows how Aristotle defended dialectic against the objection that it cannot justify a metaphysical realist's claims. He focuses particularly on Aristotle's metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, and ethics, stressing the connections between doctrines that are often discussed separately.

How I Photograph Wild Life and Nature

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rue, Leonard Lee, III, PUBLISHER: W. W. Norton & Company, America's most published nature photographer introduces readers to the subjects and techniques of his trade.

The Treasures of Ancient Egypt: From the Egyptian Museum in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Egyptian Museum, PUBLISHER: Rizzoli International Publications, The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses the world's most celebrated collection of Egyptian antiquities. Because of the encyclopedic nature of the collection, this comprehensive, illustrated guide to the museum is required reading for anyone interested in Ancient Egyptian history and culture. With over 900 color illustrations, thorough explanations, and detailed descriptions of over 570 objects, this book is a wealth of information. The Egyptian Museum is currently touring a show throughout the United States called The Quest for Immortality: Treasures from the Egyptian Museum. Currently in Boston, it will travel to seven cities before the end of . Acquista Ora

Noah & the Big Boat

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Davidson, Alice Joyce / Lyon, Tammie Speer, PUBLISHER: Zonderkidz, @lt;DIV@gt;Colorfully illustrated with rhyming verse that children will understand and enjoy, the story of Noah reveals the caring nature of God. The simple type is specially designed for young readers.@lt;/div@gt;

Organizations and Technical Change: Strategy, Objectives and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Preece, David A. / Preece, David / Preece, PUBLISHER: Cengage Learning Emea, Based on Managing the Adoption of New Technology David Preece extends the study to assess the nature of technology strategy and the way it impacts on organizational change. It describes key management techniques needed for effective adoption of technology covering: * the development of strategy * the implementation of objectives * the importance of employee involvement Four case studies examine in detail a variety of managemnet approaches and show adoption of technology and the issues involved have changed since the 's. This book is essential reading for students and researchers in technology management and related areas.

The Sons of God: Teachings from a Course in Miracles

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: McVicar, Will, PUBLISHER: Love Publishing Company, "The Sons Of God" clarifies many of the major teachings of A Course In Miracles. It gives answers to the great questions of time: What am I? Why am I here? What is love? What is Death? What is life?; and more, as found in the Course. It will appeal to those who are seeking the truth. Topics discussed include guilt, sin, fear, and the nature of God.

The Art of Responsive Drawing

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Goldstein, Nathan, PUBLISHER: Prentice Hall, More a "how-to-see-it" than a "how-to-do-it" book, this edition explores the disguises and characteristics of shapes and forms in nature, and it examines the visual elements and the relational, moving, and emotive forces that constitute the language of drawing. Clear and objective, this book offers an intensive examination of vital drawing processes and concepts, an in-depth analysis of exceptional drawings by old and contemporary artists, and suggested exercises to enhance the readers' grasp of important measurable and dynamic phenomena. For the art student, the art teacher, the interested amateur, and the practicing artist.

The Self-Revealed Knowledge That Liberates the Spirit

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Davis, Roy Eugene, PUBLISHER: CSA Press (GA), In this important book, Roy Eugene Davis explains how authentic spiritual awakening provides a new perception of reality and make possible a clear view of the exceptional potential within us. He further discusses how this awakening is of great importance to us individually and for society in general. Some of the topics covered in this overview of spiritual growth include: -- Comprehending the reality of God. -- Living with meaningful purpose. -- The nature of higher knowledge. -- Becoming consciously aware of these higher dimensions.

Poetics

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Aristotle / Dover Thrift Editions / Butcher, S. H., PUBLISHER: Dover Publications, Among the most influential books in Western civilization, the "Poetics" is really a treatise on fine art. It offers seminal ideas on the nature of drama, tragedy, poetry, music and more, including such concepts as catharsis, the tragic flaw, unities of time and place and other rules of drama.

The Cambridge Companion to the Philosophy of Biology

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ruse, Michael / Hull, David L., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The philosophy of biology is one of the most exciting new areas in the field of philosophy and one that is attracting much attention from working scientists. This Companion, edited by two of the founders of the field, includes newly commissioned essays by senior scholars and up-and-coming younger scholars who collectively examine the main areas of the subject - the nature of evolutionary theory, classification, teleology and function, ecology, and the problematic relationship between biology and religion, among other topics. Up-to-date and comprehensive in its coverage, this unique volume will be of interest not only to professional philosophers but also to students in the humanities and researchers in the life sciences and related areas of inquiry.

The Healing Power of Flax How Nature's Richest Source

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Herb Joiner Bey, PUBLISHER: The Freedom Press Incorporated, NA

Meditations

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Marcus / Marcus, A., PUBLISHER: Hackett Publishing Company, A new translation of the philosophical journey that has inspired luminaries from Matthew Arnold to Bill Clinton Written by an intellectual Roman emperor, the "Meditations" offer a wide range of spiritual reflections developed as the leader struggled to understand himself and the universe. Marcus Aurelius covers topics as diverse as the question of virtue, human rationality, the nature of the gods, and his own emotions, spanning from doubt and despair to conviction and exaltation. * Includes an introduction, chronology, explanatory notes, general index, index of quotations, and index of names

North and South

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn / Shuttleworth, Sally, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Mary Gaskell's North and South examines the nature of social authority and obedience and provides an insightful description of the role of middle class women in nineteenth century society. Through the story of Margaret Hale, a southerner who moves to the northern industrial town of Milton, Gaskell skillfully explores issues of class and gender, as Margaret's sympathy for the town mill workers conflicts with her growing attraction to the mill owner, John Thornton. This new and revised expanded edition sets the novel in the context of Victorian social and medical debate.

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