Why I am Not a Hindu is a book every rationalist should have on his bookshelves. --The Modern Rationalist, Chennai, India.For the students of religion on the one hand and for agnostics and atheists on the other, this book is priceless, and for the ordinary reader it is thought provoking to say the least. --The Hindustan Times, Patna, India.Professor Ramendra's bold manifesto in which he explains why he rejects the doctrine of the infallibility of the Vedas, varnashram dharm...

In a scholarly and logical discourse, full of authentic references to the basic beliefs of major religions of the world, the author, Dr. Ramendra, ably explodes what he calls "the myth of unity of all religions".'The Myth of Unity of all Religions' was first published in print edition in 2003. It has been republished in several journals, including 'Humanist Outlook' (New Delhi), 'Indian Skeptic' (Tamilnadu), 'The Modern Rationalist' (Chennai), 'The Radical Humanist' (Mumbai) and 'U...

Based on full length book of the same title. A critical exposition of the ethical philosophy of Bertrand Russell. Traces the development of Russell's ethical ideas from cognitivism (similar to G. E. Moore) to non-cognitivism (similar to A.J.Ayer).Concludes with author, Dr. Ramendra's critical comments on Russell's ethical ideas.(This is the second revised and expanded version of the ebook.)

"The aim of a rational ethics should be to maximize freedom and avenues of happiness and to minimize avoidable suffering."In this highly thought provoking and stimulating book, the author, Dr. Ramendra, has briefly and critically discussed the ethical ideas of G. E. Moore, Bertrand Russell, Lokayat, Buddha, Epicurus and John Stuart Mill before expounding his own ideas in a logical manner. The author has convincingly advocated a rational ethics based on human needs and desires....

"An overview of an influential book from one of India's deepest thinkers in Secular Humanism. Professor Ramendra presents clear reasons for rethinking the classical arguments for the existence of God."— The Secular Web."The beauty of the endeavor is that a very difficult and abstract subject has been treated so lucidly that even an ordinary educated person can thoroughly understand it."— The Radical Humanist.A short introduction to Dr. Ramendra's influential H...

In "Lesser Hippias," Plato engages in a notable dialectical exploration, primarily through the character of Socrates, as he converses with Hippias of Elis. This dialogue, set in the context of Socratic irony, delves into themes of knowledge, virtue, and the nature of beauty. Employing a stylized Socratic method, Plato skillfully juxtaposes definitions of beauty against the notion of moral virtue, revealing the inherent complexities within philosophical discourse. Through its nuanced argume...

THE AWAKENING - A Solitary Soul presents Edna Pontellier's inward revolt against marriage, motherhood, and the social codes of late nineteenth-century Creole Louisiana. Written in lucid, sensuous prose, the novel fuses psychological realism with symbolic natural imagery, especially the sea, to dramatize the emergence of female selfhood. In the context of American literary realism and early feminist writing, it remains radical for its unsentimental treatment of desire, autonomy, and social ...

A classic of Christian apologeticsPart spiritual autobiography, part apologetics, Orthodoxy is G.K. Chesterton's account of his own journey to faith. Chesterton didn’t set out to write a defense of Christian thought, instead he hoped to recount how he personally became a believer. However, in doing so, he penned one of the great classics of Christian writing, a book that has influenced countless people and continues to speak compellingly to our modern day....

A Publication of 1841 and 1844, Essays by Ralph Waldo Emerson was published in two volumes originally. This is one of the most unique and stirring creation by Emerson. Covering a number of topics, it presents a truly inspiring opportunity to discover unique ideas about otherwise mundane subjects. A uniquely American touch is rendered to all the essays in this collection. Considered a masterpiece by the author, the work is brimming with aphorism and wisdom.

The Three Musketeers is a French novel by Alexandre Dumas, first serialized in March–July 1844. Set in the 17th century, it recounts the adventures of a young man named d'Artagnan after he leaves home to travel to Paris, to join the Musketeers of the Guard. D'Artagnan is not one of the musketeers of the title; those are his friends Athos, Porthos and Aramis, inseparable friends who live by the motto "all for one, one for all", a motto which is first put forth by d'Artagnan.

Illustrated Edition: Includes 20 unique, carefully crafted illustrations enhancing the surreal and transformative experience of the story.Summary Included: A concise, captivating summary that encapsulates the essence of Kafka's masterpiece.Detailed Character List: Provides insights into the complex characters that drive the narrative.Author Biography: Explore the life and legacy of Franz...

'He put the glass to his lips, and drank at one gulp. A cry followed; he reeled, staggered, clutched at the table and held on, staring with injected eyes, gasping with open mouth; and as I looked there came, I thought, a change - he seemed to swell - his face became suddenly black and the features seemed to melt and alter...'Dr Henry Jekyll is a brilliant man, an upstanding citizen and a scientist of some renown.Mr Robert Hyde is a bully, violent and brutish, incre...