The great German philosopher Immanuel Kant (1724–1804) had astonishing conversational skills, was intelligently attentive to his frail physical constitution and lived with a single-minded dedication to the moral education of humanity. This concise biography highlights Kant as someone who embodied extreme intellectual ambition and unshakeable self-discipline. Robert Wicks explores the long-term influence of Kant’s Pietistic upbringing, the initial frustrations in his search for intellectual...

Lost Sci-Fi Books 461 thru 465 brings together five unforgettable adventures that span crowded future worlds, hidden dangers, lonely frontiers, and astonishing scientific discoveries. Featuring stories from some of the finest writers of classic science fiction, this collection is packed with imagination, suspense, humor, and the boundless sense of wonder that defines the Golden Age.Jerome Bixby opens with The Crowded Colony, a clever tale exploring...

Written by Robert Wicks, a recognised Kant specialist who teaches at the University of Auckland, Kant: A Complete Introduction is designed to give you everything you need to succeed, all in one place. It covers the key areas that students are expected to be confident in, outlining the basics in clear jargon-free English, and then providing added-value features like summaries of key books, and even lists of questions you might be asked in your seminar or exam.The book uses ...

The Impersonator by Robert Wicks is a thriller that delves into themes of identity and deception. The novel revolves around a character who becomes entangled in a complex plot involving impersonation and intrigue.The story follows a protagonist who, through a series of events, assumes a false identity. This impersonation leads to a web of mystery and suspense as the protagonist navigates the dangers and challenges associated with their assumed role. The plot involves elements of espionage,...

This is a thorough and balanced guide to modern French philosophical thought, providing lucid, authoritative accounts of famous philosophers whilst also highlighting lesser-known figures. Author Robert Wicks introduces the major works of each philosopher, explaining their impact on their peers and on the wider world. Covering such major movements as Existentialism, Surrealism, Structuralism and Postmodernism, this handbook is a useful resource for Francophiles, students of philosophy and a...

A deeply divisive figure, Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900) remains an enigma to this day. Infamous for his startling assertion that ‘God is dead’, he is often misrepresented and many have sought to discredit his work. In this illuminating account of Nietzsche's life and work, Robert Wicks skilfully navigates the controversy that continues to surround one of today’s most famous but least understood thinkers. Exploring the impact of Nietzsche's Christian upbringing and his eventful childhood ...

Discover the truth about the much-misunderstood thinkerOften quoted yet highly divisive, Nietzsche remains an enigma long after his death. This clear primer moves deftly through the controversy to examine the philosopher's work in the context of his tumultuous childhood and Christian upbringing. Discussing his infamous declaration that God is dead, his posthumous association with Nazism, and his criticisms of conventional morality, this book is the ideal introducti...

The Quantum Jump by Robert Wicks.

Caring for our family members, friends, and others is a central part of a rewarding life. For those in healing and helping professions such as medicine, nursing, education, psychotherapy, social work, ministry, and the military, the potential for a meaningful way of being may even become more possible. But, compassion is not easy. At times, concern for others can be personally devastating when we don't possess the right attitude and approach. Reaching out (and reflectively within) without ...

Two classic short stories from The Golden Age of Science Fiction. Featured here: "The Quantum Jump", and "The Impersonator". Excerpt from "Quantum Jump": "Visions of glory of being the first to land on a distant planet. Captain Brandon was a space explorer, but this time attempts to figure out a bit of a riddle, how is it that those 'out there' seem to know more about his home..."

Exam board: WJECLevel: GCSESubject: Computer ScienceFirst teaching: September 2017First exams: Summer 2019Strengthen your students' understanding and upgrade their confidence with My Revision Notes: WJEC Eduqas GCSE (9-1) Computer Science.Written by leading Computer Science experts this is the only revision guide aimed specifically at helping stu...

Famous and Classic Science Fiction NovelFirst he had to know what he was,then who he was and why he was—butwho was relying on the answers?