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...

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 Quantum Jump by Robert Wicks.

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,...

Four years in deep space can stretch a man thin. On Sirius Three, Captain Brandon’s mission is simple: scout a landing site and return to the mother ship. But a sudden engine failure turns routine reconnaissance into a fireball plunge through alien skies. He ejects, alone, descending toward a red desert under twin moons while his commander circles overhead, already calculating headlines.Colonel Towers has spent years promising a “quantum jump” beyond rival nations. For him, this ex...

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..." This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.

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...

Kant’s Critique of Judgment is one of the most important texts in the history of modern aesthetics. This GuideBook discusses the Third Critique section by section, and introduces and assesses:Kant's life and the background of the Critique of Judgmentthe ideas and text of the Critique of Judgment, including a critical explanation of Kant’s theories of natural beautythe continuing relevance of Kant’s work to conte...

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 ...

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 ...

Stress is a fact of modern life. And as more and more people face greater financial insecurity, longer work hours, and the increasingly complex personal and social demands of our fast-paced, multi-tasking, high-tech lifestyle, finding healthy ways to handle stress is more important than ever. In Bounce: Living the Resilient Life, Robert Wicks shows you not just how to manage stress, but how to transform stressful situations into opportunities to live a more meaningful, self-aware,...

Discover the intersection between faith, loving God, and your daily living through Street Spirituality by leading author and spirituality expert Robert J. Wicks.Dr. Wicks, author of over 40 books on psychology, spirituality, and personal growth, defines street spirituality as a deep sensitivity to God in our lives. Essentially, street spirituality is based on the fact that living a prayerful life and living an everyday life are one and the same. Throughout this captivating...