An affordable edition of Philo! A contemporary of Jesus and Paul, Philo wrote extensively on the Hebrew Scriptures and other Jewish topics, but few have read his work because all available sets were pricey. This edition features modern type, passages keyed to the Loeb referencing system, and several newly translated sections not found in other editions.

What happens when perfectly ordinary people get amazingly drunk? In "The Joy Of Intoxication," Professor Philo examines the subject with the scholarly seriousness it deserves, and considerately less dignity than it requires. Inside you will discover: Drunk facts that are stranger than fiction. Drunk Through The Ages, proving how humanity has long been making questionable decisions with alcohol for thousands of years, in a non ending journey of trying to alter their states ...

William Phil Clark's classic work on Native American signs and culture is still considered a monumental achievement. Published posthumously after the young Clark died in 1884, it covers the words and phrases of many tribes.Clark was with General George Crook in late summer of 1876 during the Sioux War and later served on staff assignments for General Phil Sheridan.Now you can use this reference to learn signs and compare them to American Sign Language.For the first ...

"An Apology for Abolitionists" is a compelling work that delves into the moral and ethical arguments surrounding the abolitionist movement. The authors, Philo Pratt, Isaac I. Tibbals, and Walter Webb, present a thoughtful examination of the societal implications of slavery and the urgent need for its eradication. Through a series of poignant essays, they articulate the struggles faced by abolitionists and the resistance they encountered. The book serves as both a historical account and a p...

Altam, the city of women. It is a place protected by powerful magic, a place where only women can immigrate to. But the island city isn't the paradise many who come to its shores for refuge expect. Just like anywhere else in the world of Alaria there is danger, poverty, and a seedy underworld.There is also magic and the machinations of the gods. Along with them is The Corruption, a perverse and antagonistic force striving to change the nature of Alaria and corrupt even the gods the...

On the Embassy to Gaius is Philo's vivid account of the Jewish delegation sent from Alexandria to the emperor Caligula, seeking relief from civic violence and imperial hostility. Combining historiography, political apologetic, and moral philosophy, the work dramatizes the perilous encounter between Jewish monotheism and Roman autocracy. Its style is characteristically Philonic: rhetorically elaborate, scripturally informed, and philosophically alert, yet sharpened here by eyewitness urgenc...

An Apology for Abolitionists presents a profound exploration of the moral and philosophical arguments surrounding the abolitionist movement, encapsulated in an array of poignant essays and treatises. This anthology traverses various literary styles, from impassioned speeches to eloquent pamphlets, reflecting the fervent advocacy of its contributors. The collection stands as a testament to the power of literary activism during a pivotal era in history, as it courageously addresses issues of...

In "On the Embassy to Gaius," Philo of Alexandria presents a detailed narrative that explores the complex relationship between Jews and the Roman Empire during the first century CE. This work not only recounts the mission led by Jewish ambassadors to Emperor Gaius Caligula but also employs sophisticated rhetoric and philosophical reasoning to articulate the Jewish identity amidst a predominant Graeco-Roman milieu. Philo's illustrious command of both Hebrew traditions and Hellenistic though...

In 'Flaccus', Philo of Alexandria presents a nuanced exploration of Jewish identity in a Hellenistic world, employing a blend of philosophical discourse and poetic rhetoric. This work serves as both a defense of Jewish customs against the backdrop of Greco-Roman criticism and a reflection on the complexities of cultural integration. Written in a sophisticated style, 'Flaccus' utilizes allegory and dialectical reasoning to engage with the themes of faith, ethnicity, and moral philosophy, di...

In March 1917, the first women to be enrolled into the British Army joined the newly formed Womens Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC). The women substituted men in roles that the Army considered suitable, thereby freeing men to move up the line. The WAACs served, for example, as cooks, drivers, signallers, clerks, as well as gardeners in the military cemeteries. Due to their exemplary service, Queen Mary gave her name to the Corps in April 1918 and it became Queen Marys Army Auxiliary Corps (QMAA...

A short horror story about a vain man trying to find The Fountain Of Youth

During the summer of 2018, numerous members of the Labour Party were accused of anti-Semitic behaviour by their detractors. The controversy reached fever pitch amid claims that the Labour Party had become 'institutionally racist' under the leadership of Jeremy Corbyn, and that the prospect of a Corbyn-led government posed an 'existential threat' to Jewish life in Britain. Shrouded in confusion, hyped by the media, whether these accusations were true or not got lost in the mix.This ...