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British Idealism: A Guide for the Perplexed
This is a concise introduction to the ideas and writings of the British Idealists. There has been a significant renewal of interest in the British Idealists in recent years. …
Zizek: A Guide for the Perplexed
One of the most widely-read thinkers writing today, Slavoj Zizek's work can be both thrilling and perplexing in equal measure. Zizek: A Guide for the Perplexed is the most …
Atheism: A Guide for the Perplexed
This title moves beyond the polemics to present an overview of atheism that is rigorous yet accessible. Interest in atheism has surged since the 'New Atheism' trinity of Sam …
Lucian: A Guide for the Perplexed
Lucian of Samosata (c. 120-180 CE) was a prolific writer of parody and satire, who had absorbed nearly all Greek literature composed up to his time, especially the works which …
Kafka: A Guide for the Perplexed
Franz Kafka is one of the most widely taught, and read,writers in world literature. Readers encountering texts like 'The Metamorphosis' and The Trial for the first time are …
Homer: A Guide for the Perplexed
Homer's poetry is widely recognized as the beginning of the literary tradition of the West and among its most influential canonical texts. Outlining a series of key themes, ideas, …
Vegetarianism: a Guide for the Perplexed
The choice of whether or not to consume animals is more than merely a dietary one. It frequently reflects deep ethical commitments or religious convictions that serve as the …
The Arab-Israeli Conflict: A Guide for the Perplexed
The Guide aims to demystify and clarify one of the key conflicts of our time, explaining who, what, where, and why in a balanced manner. "The Arab-Israeli Conflict" explains what …
McLuhan: A Guide for the Perplexed
Marshall McLuhan was dubbed a media guru when he came to prominence in the 1960s. The Woodstock generation found him cool; their parents found him perplexing. Today he is often …
New Religious Movements: A Guide for the Perplexed
New Religious Movements: A Guide for the Perplexed examines the phenomenon of new faiths and alternative spiritualities which has become a feature of the contemporary world. Those …
Evil: A Guide for the Perplexed
This title explores challenges to religious belief raised by evil and suffering in the world as well as responses to them from both theistic and non-theistic perspectives. One of …
Marcus Aurelius: A Guide for the Perplexed
This title presents an exploration of the life and philosophical reflections of this complex Stoic philosopher and Roman emperor. This book is a clear and concise introduction to …