Becky Chan’s life gets off to a rocky start. She is born into a poor family, with a ne’er-do-well father. But by 1967, she is the reigning queen of the Hong Kong film industry, and her life is frequently confused by her public with the roles that she plays, including the Goddess of Mercy. In the city, Communist factions are setting bombs and kidnapping people. In mainland China, itself in the throes of the Cultural Revolution, rival factions of the Communist Party are terrorizing the natio...

In "The Scottish Reformation," Alexander F. Mitchell presents a comprehensive analysis of one of the most pivotal movements in Scottish history. Through meticulous research and eloquent prose, the author explores the intricate socio-political and religious dynamics that shaped the Reformation in Scotland. Mitchell captures the fervor of the period, examining key figures, events, and theological debates that transformed the country's ecclesiastical landscape. The text skillfully interweaves...

Neil Young and Philosophy, edited by Douglas L. Berger, explores the meanings, importance, and philosophical dimensions of the music, career, and life of this prolific singer/songwriter over the past five decades. Neil Young’s music has touched on a broad range of cultural, political and personal issues, all of which have enormous ongoing relevance for our own times. In order to accommodate Young’s artistic breadth, contributions of scholars from a wide variety of fields-- American philoso...

We all have images that we find unwatchable, whether for ethical, political, or sensory and affective reasons. From news coverage of terror attacks to viral videos of police brutality, and from graphic horror films to transgressive artworks, many of the images in our media culture might strike us as unsuitable for viewing. Yet what does it mean to proclaim something “unwatchable”: disturbing, revolting, poor, tedious, or literally inaccessible?With over 50 original essays by leadin...

Prepare for Battle. Embrace the Stars.FIfteen amazing tales by authors who are out of this world!From the corridors of colossal starships bristling with advanced weaponry to the uncharted realms of alien worlds, these stories will thrust you into the heat of battle and the wonder of the unknown. Join valiant starfighter pilots in desperate dogfights against overwhelming odds, brave commanders navigating treacherous political landscapes, and...

For Jared Goff, throwing a football was always easy. He was so good at it that he became the first true freshman starting quarterback in University of California Berkeley history. But when he became a pro football player in 2016, it suddenly wasn’t as easy. In his first year with the Los Angeles Rams, the team lost all seven games he started. Jared didn’t give up. He didn’t blame others. He just worked harder while never forgetting how to have fun. It all paid off as the Rams had a winning...