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The Trivium: The Liberal Arts of Logic, Grammar, and Rhetoric

par Sister Miriam Joseph, Marguerite McGlinn ...

Who sets language policy today? Who made whom the grammar doctor? Lacking the equivalent of l'Académie française, we English speakers must find our own way looking for guidance or vindication in source after source. McGuffey's Readers introduced nineteenth-century students to "correct" English. Strunk and White's Elements of Style and William Safire's column, "On Language," provide help on diction ... En savoir plus

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Who sets language policy today? Who made whom the grammar doctor? Lacking the equivalent of l'Académie française, we English speakers must find our own way looking for guidance or vindication in source after source. McGuffey's Readers introduced nineteenth-century students to "correct" English. Strunk and White's Elements of Style and William Safire's column, "On Language," provide help on diction
... En savoir plus
The Ethics

par Baruch Spinoza ...

The Ethics, Demonstrated in Geometrical Order, usually known as the Ethics, is a philosophical treatise written in Latin by Baruch Spinoza and was first published posthumously in 1677.This is undoubtedly Spinoza's greatest work - an elegant, fully cohesive cosmology derived from first principles, providing a coherent picture of reality, and a guide to the meaning of an ethical life. Following a ... En savoir plus

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The Ethics, Demonstrated in Geometrical Order, usually known as the Ethics, is a philosophical treatise written in Latin by Baruch Spinoza and was first published posthumously in 1677.This is undoubtedly Spinoza's greatest work - an elegant, fully cohesive cosmology derived from first principles, providing a coherent picture of reality, and a guide to the meaning of an ethical life. Following a
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The Score

How to Stop Playing Somebody Else's Game

par C. Thi Nguyen ...

**“Mind-expanding . . . The Score is so exuberant and readable that the depth and seriousness of its insights almost sneak up on you.” —Jennifer Szalai, The New York Times“Brilliant and wildly original . . . The Score is socially attentive, historically literate and imbued with sensual glee.” —Becca Rothfeld, The Washington Post“I give this excellent book five stars.” *—*Stuart Jeffries, Financial ... En savoir plus

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**“Mind-expanding . . . The Score is so exuberant and readable that the depth and seriousness of its insights almost sneak up on you.” —Jennifer Szalai, The New York Times“Brilliant and wildly original . . . The Score is socially attentive, historically literate and imbued with sensual glee.” —Becca Rothfeld, The Washington Post“I give this excellent book five stars.” *—*Stuart Jeffries, Financial
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Critical Thinking - Concise Edition

par William Hughes, Jonathan Lavery ...

Critical Thinking is a comprehensive introduction to the essential skills of good reasoning, refined and updated through seven editions published over more than two decades. This concise edition offers a succinct presentation of the essential elements of reasoning that retains the rigor and sophistication of the original text. The authors provide a thorough treatment of such central topics as ... En savoir plus

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Critical Thinking is a comprehensive introduction to the essential skills of good reasoning, refined and updated through seven editions published over more than two decades. This concise edition offers a succinct presentation of the essential elements of reasoning that retains the rigor and sophistication of the original text. The authors provide a thorough treatment of such central topics as
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Arthur Schopenhauer: L'Art d'avoir toujours raison

Édition enrichie. La dialectique éristique

par Arthur Schopenhauer, Jade Gaillard ...

Dans son œuvre intitulée 'Arthur Schopenhauer: L'Art d'avoir toujours raison', l'auteur explore le concept de la dialectique et de la rhétorique, offrant aux lecteurs une analyse approfondie des stratégies pour convaincre et persuader. Schopenhauer présente son argument de manière concise et logique, s'inscrivant dans la tradition de la philosophie allemande du XIXe siècle. Le livre se distingue ... En savoir plus

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Dans son œuvre intitulée 'Arthur Schopenhauer: L'Art d'avoir toujours raison', l'auteur explore le concept de la dialectique et de la rhétorique, offrant aux lecteurs une analyse approfondie des stratégies pour convaincre et persuader. Schopenhauer présente son argument de manière concise et logique, s'inscrivant dans la tradition de la philosophie allemande du XIXe siècle. Le livre se distingue
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The Intellectual Life (Illustrated)

par Philip Gilbert Hamerton ...

I propose, in the following pages, to consider the possibilities of a satisfactory intellectual life under various conditions of ordinary human existence. It will form a part of my plan to take into account favorable and unfavorable influences of many kinds; and my chief purpose, so far as any effect upon others may be hoped for, will be to guard some who may read the book alike against the loss ... En savoir plus

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I propose, in the following pages, to consider the possibilities of a satisfactory intellectual life under various conditions of ordinary human existence. It will form a part of my plan to take into account favorable and unfavorable influences of many kinds; and my chief purpose, so far as any effect upon others may be hoped for, will be to guard some who may read the book alike against the loss
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Hermeneutics

A Very Short Introduction

par Jens Zimmermann ...

Collections series Very Short Introductions
Hermeneutics is the branch of knowledge that deals with interpretation, a behaviour that is intrinsic to our daily lives. As humans, we decipher the meaning of newspaper articles, books, legal matters, religious texts, political speeches, emails, and even dinner conversations every day . But how is knowledge mediated through these forms? What constitutes the process of interpretation? And how do ... En savoir plus

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Hermeneutics is the branch of knowledge that deals with interpretation, a behaviour that is intrinsic to our daily lives. As humans, we decipher the meaning of newspaper articles, books, legal matters, religious texts, political speeches, emails, and even dinner conversations every day . But how is knowledge mediated through these forms? What constitutes the process of interpretation? And how do
... En savoir plus
Escaping the Rabbit Hole

How to Debunk Conspiracy Theories Using Facts, Logic, and Respect (Revised and Updated - Includes Information about 2020 Election Fraud, The Coronavirus Pandemic, The Rise of QAnon, and UFOs)

par Mick West ...

Revised and updated for the first time in 2023—Now includes strategies for debunking conspiracies regarding the coronavirus pandemic, election fraud, QAnon, UFOs, and more.The Earth is flat, the World Trade Center collapse was a controlled demolition, planes are spraying poison to control the weather, and actors faked the Sandy Hook massacre.All these claims are bunk: falsehoods, mistakes, and in ... En savoir plus

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Revised and updated for the first time in 2023—Now includes strategies for debunking conspiracies regarding the coronavirus pandemic, election fraud, QAnon, UFOs, and more.The Earth is flat, the World Trade Center collapse was a controlled demolition, planes are spraying poison to control the weather, and actors faked the Sandy Hook massacre.All these claims are bunk: falsehoods, mistakes, and in
... En savoir plus
Aristotle: The Complete Works

par Aristotle ...

This ebook contains Aristotle's complete works. This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the ... En savoir plus

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This ebook contains Aristotle's complete works. This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook) lists the titles of all novels included in this volume. By clicking on one of those titles you will be redirected to the beginning of that work, where you'll find a new TOC that lists all the
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Hermann Cohen and the Crisis of Liberalism

The Enchantment of the Public Sphere

par Paul E. Nahme ...

Collections series New Jewish Philosophy and Thought
A fresh look at a nineteenth-century Jewish philosopher whose theology offers a beacon in an illiberal twenty-first century world: "Recommended." — ChoiceHermann Cohen is often held to be one of the most important Jewish philosophers of the nineteenth century. Paul E. Nahme, in this new consideration of Cohen, liberalism, and religion, emphasizes the idea of enchantment, or the faith in and ... En savoir plus

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A fresh look at a nineteenth-century Jewish philosopher whose theology offers a beacon in an illiberal twenty-first century world: "Recommended." — ChoiceHermann Cohen is often held to be one of the most important Jewish philosophers of the nineteenth century. Paul E. Nahme, in this new consideration of Cohen, liberalism, and religion, emphasizes the idea of enchantment, or the faith in and
... En savoir plus
The Problem of Truth

par Herbert Wildon Carr ...

A problem of philosophy is completely different from a problem of science. In science we accept our subject-matter as it is presented in unanalysed experience; in philosophy we examine the first principles and ultimate questions that concern conscious experience itself. The problem of truth is a problem of philosophy. It is not a problem of merely historical interest, but a present problem—a ... En savoir plus

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A problem of philosophy is completely different from a problem of science. In science we accept our subject-matter as it is presented in unanalysed experience; in philosophy we examine the first principles and ultimate questions that concern conscious experience itself. The problem of truth is a problem of philosophy. It is not a problem of merely historical interest, but a present problem—a
... En savoir plus
A Modern God, or Life After Religion

par Anne Howard ...

An audacious new eBook about the role of God and religion in modern-day life, with tips on how to life a spiritual life on your own terms. ... En savoir plus

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An audacious new eBook about the role of God and religion in modern-day life, with tips on how to life a spiritual life on your own terms.
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Stupid Idiots

A Philosophy of Stupidity and Complete and Utter Downright Idiocy

par Lars Svendsen ...

This witty yet thoughtful book examines stupidity and idiocy, and their most dangerous incarnation: stupid idiocy – the unthinking embrace of flawed thinking. While philosophers chase wisdom, this book takes a humbler route, asking instead how we might think just a little less badly. Drawing sharp distinctions between not thinking and thinking poorly, and doubling down on bad thought, it reveals ... En savoir plus

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This witty yet thoughtful book examines stupidity and idiocy, and their most dangerous incarnation: stupid idiocy – the unthinking embrace of flawed thinking. While philosophers chase wisdom, this book takes a humbler route, asking instead how we might think just a little less badly. Drawing sharp distinctions between not thinking and thinking poorly, and doubling down on bad thought, it reveals
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How Not to Be Wrong

The Power of Mathematical Thinking

par Jordan Ellenberg ...

**“Witty, compelling, and just plain fun to read . . ." —Evelyn Lamb, Scientific AmericanThe Freakonomics of math—a math-world superstar unveils the hidden beauty and logic of the world and puts its power in our hands**The math we learn in school can seem like a dull set of rules, laid down by the ancients and not to be questioned. In How Not to Be Wrong, Jordan Ellenberg shows us how terribly ... En savoir plus

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**“Witty, compelling, and just plain fun to read . . ." —Evelyn Lamb, Scientific AmericanThe Freakonomics of math—a math-world superstar unveils the hidden beauty and logic of the world and puts its power in our hands**The math we learn in school can seem like a dull set of rules, laid down by the ancients and not to be questioned. In How Not to Be Wrong, Jordan Ellenberg shows us how terribly
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Being Logical

A Guide to Good Thinking

par D.Q. McInerny ...

An essential tool for our post-truth world: a witty primer on logic—and the dangers of illogical thinking—by a renowned Notre Dame professorLogic is synonymous with reason, judgment, sense, wisdom, and sanity. Beinglogical is the ability to create concise and reasoned arguments—arguments that build from given premises, using evidence, to a genuine conclusion. But mastering logical thinking also ... En savoir plus

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An essential tool for our post-truth world: a witty primer on logic—and the dangers of illogical thinking—by a renowned Notre Dame professorLogic is synonymous with reason, judgment, sense, wisdom, and sanity. Beinglogical is the ability to create concise and reasoned arguments—arguments that build from given premises, using evidence, to a genuine conclusion. But mastering logical thinking also
... En savoir plus
For God So Loved the World

par M. Afshin ...

Collections series Logic & Reasoning
Have you ever heard from religious relatives or friends that you owe your life and everything good in it to God? Would you like to offer them a different perspective? Sure, God created beautiful sunsets, white sand beaches, colourful flowers, delicious fruits, etc. You’ve probably heard all those things from the religious people in your life. In this book, you will find many things in nature which ... En savoir plus

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Have you ever heard from religious relatives or friends that you owe your life and everything good in it to God? Would you like to offer them a different perspective? Sure, God created beautiful sunsets, white sand beaches, colourful flowers, delicious fruits, etc. You’ve probably heard all those things from the religious people in your life. In this book, you will find many things in nature which
... En savoir plus
This Idea Must Die

Scientific Theories That Are Blocking Progress

par John Brockman ...

Collections series Edge Question Series
The bestselling editor of This Explains Everything brings together 175 of the world’s most brilliant minds to tackle Edge.org’s 2014 question: What scientific idea has become a relic blocking human progress?Each year, John Brockman, publisher of Edge.org—”The world’s smartest website” (The Guardian)—challenges some of the world’s greatest scientists, artists, and philosophers to answer a ... En savoir plus

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The bestselling editor of This Explains Everything brings together 175 of the world’s most brilliant minds to tackle Edge.org’s 2014 question: What scientific idea has become a relic blocking human progress?Each year, John Brockman, publisher of Edge.org—”The world’s smartest website” (The Guardian)—challenges some of the world’s greatest scientists, artists, and philosophers to answer a
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Mastering Logical Fallacies

The Definitive Guide to Flawless Rhetoric and Bulletproof Logic

par Michael Withey ...

"If I have learned anything in ten years of formal debating, it is that arguments are no different: without a good understanding of the rules and tactics, you are likely to do poorly and be beaten."—HENRY ZHANG, President of the Yale Debate AssociationYour argument is valid and you know it; yet once again you find yourself leaving a debate feeling defeated and embarrassed. The matter is only made ... En savoir plus

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"If I have learned anything in ten years of formal debating, it is that arguments are no different: without a good understanding of the rules and tactics, you are likely to do poorly and be beaten."—HENRY ZHANG, President of the Yale Debate AssociationYour argument is valid and you know it; yet once again you find yourself leaving a debate feeling defeated and embarrassed. The matter is only made
... En savoir plus
Logic: A Complete Introduction

A step-by-step Teach Yourself guide to use at home, school or college

par Siu-Fan Lee ...

'After a lifetime of dabbling in philosophy without tackling logic, I bought a couple of books on the subject and was soon totally lost. This book saved me.' - Amazon 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Unlike so many logic books, this one is easy to follow, step by step. Strongly recommended for beginners.' - Amazon 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐When you see black clouds looming and predict it's going to rain, you're using ... En savoir plus

$14.99 CAD

'After a lifetime of dabbling in philosophy without tackling logic, I bought a couple of books on the subject and was soon totally lost. This book saved me.' - Amazon 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Unlike so many logic books, this one is easy to follow, step by step. Strongly recommended for beginners.' - Amazon 5 star review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐When you see black clouds looming and predict it's going to rain, you're using
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Quantum Entanglement

par Jed Brody ...

Collections series The MIT Press Essential Knowledge series
A concise, non-technical exploration of quantum entanglement—the enigma Albert Einstein called ‘spooky action at a distance’—and how it contradicts our assumptions about the ultimate nature of reality.Quantum physics is notable for its brazen defiance of common sense. (Think of Schrödinger's Cat, famously both dead and alive.) An especially rigorous form of quantum contradiction occurs in ... En savoir plus

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A concise, non-technical exploration of quantum entanglement—the enigma Albert Einstein called ‘spooky action at a distance’—and how it contradicts our assumptions about the ultimate nature of reality.Quantum physics is notable for its brazen defiance of common sense. (Think of Schrödinger's Cat, famously both dead and alive.) An especially rigorous form of quantum contradiction occurs in
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Sleight of Mind

75 Ingenious Paradoxes in Mathematics, Physics, and Philosophy

par Matt Cook ...

This “fun, brain-twisting book . . . will make you think” as it explores 75+ paradoxes in math, philosophy, physics, and social science (Sean Carroll, New York Times–bestselling author of Something Deeply Hidden).Paradox is a sophisticated kind of magic trick. A magician’s purpose is to create the appearance of impossibility, to pull a rabbit from an empty hat. Yet paradox doesn’t require ... En savoir plus

$31.99 CAD

This “fun, brain-twisting book . . . will make you think” as it explores 75+ paradoxes in math, philosophy, physics, and social science (Sean Carroll, New York Times–bestselling author of Something Deeply Hidden).Paradox is a sophisticated kind of magic trick. A magician’s purpose is to create the appearance of impossibility, to pull a rabbit from an empty hat. Yet paradox doesn’t require
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The Complete Plato

The Republic, The Apology, The Symposium and many more.

par Plato ...

Collections series The Big Ideas
Plato was a Classical Greek philosopher, a student of Socrates, a mathematician, and writer of philosophical dialogues - including the renowned "Republic".He was also the founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. His thinking has inspired personal and political philosophy for generations, indeed we are lucky in that a great number of his works ... En savoir plus

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Plato was a Classical Greek philosopher, a student of Socrates, a mathematician, and writer of philosophical dialogues - including the renowned "Republic".He was also the founder of the Academy in Athens, the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. His thinking has inspired personal and political philosophy for generations, indeed we are lucky in that a great number of his works
... En savoir plus
The Art of Logic in an Illogical World

par Eugenia Cheng ...

**How both logical and emotional reasoning can help us live better in our post-truth world “Advanced mathematics could make a meaningful contribution to creating a better society. . . this book is proof it can.” —*Guardian ***In a world where fake news stories change election outcomes, has rationality become futile? In* The Art of Logic in an Illogical World*, Eugenia Cheng throws a lifeline to ... En savoir plus

$19.99 CAD

**How both logical and emotional reasoning can help us live better in our post-truth world “Advanced mathematics could make a meaningful contribution to creating a better society. . . this book is proof it can.” —*Guardian ***In a world where fake news stories change election outcomes, has rationality become futile? In* The Art of Logic in an Illogical World*, Eugenia Cheng throws a lifeline to
... En savoir plus
The Logic of Life

The Rational Economics of an Irrational World

par Tim Harford ...

In The Logic of Life, bestselling author Tim Harford quite simply makes sense of this world.Life often seems to defy logic. The receptionist is clearly smarter than the boss who earns fifty times her salary. Arbitrary lines starkly divide the desirable districts of the city from the dangerous ones. Voters flock to the polling booths to elect candidates who’ll rip them off to favour special ... En savoir plus

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In The Logic of Life, bestselling author Tim Harford quite simply makes sense of this world.Life often seems to defy logic. The receptionist is clearly smarter than the boss who earns fifty times her salary. Arbitrary lines starkly divide the desirable districts of the city from the dangerous ones. Voters flock to the polling booths to elect candidates who’ll rip them off to favour special
... En savoir plus

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