Is Confucianism a religion? If so, why do most Chinese think it isn't? From ancient Confucian temples, to nineteenth-century archives, to the testimony of people interviewed by the author throughout China over a period of more than a decade, this book traces the birth and growth of the idea of Confucianism as a world religion.The book begins at Oxford, in the late nineteenth century, when Friedrich Max Müller and James Legge classified Confucianism as a world religion in the new dis...

A heartrending journey unfolds in a romance series where love is tested by the unthinkable. Witness a tale of resilience, commitment, and integrity based on a true story that's sure to captivate.Meet Matthew Abernathy, a modern-day Adonis with a dash of playboy charm. His suave personality, coupled with his intellectual prowess, makes him irresistible. Enter Amy Emerson, a college freshman whose beauty is only surpassed by her innocence and kindness. Together, they...

The “happiness agenda” is a worldwide movement that claims that happiness is the highest good, happiness can be measured, and public policy should promote happiness. Against Happiness is a thorough and powerful critique of this program, revealing the flaws of its concept of happiness and advocating a renewed focus on equality and justice.Written by an interdisciplinary team of authors, this book provides both theoretical and empirical analysis of the limitations of the hap...

The “happiness agenda” is a worldwide movement that claims that happiness is the highest good, happiness can be measured, and public policy should promote happiness. Against Happiness is a thorough and powerful critique of this program, revealing the flaws of its concept of happiness and advocating a renewed focus on equality and justice.Written by an interdisciplinary team of authors, this book provides both theoretical and empirical analysis of the limitations of the hap...

The From Kona with Love series depicts multicultural romance, love, loss, and redemption woven into a family saga, set in the beautiful islands of Hawaii. Though interconnected, each installment can be read as a standalone.When Maele Moana is paired up with Adam Yates to walk down the aisle together at her friend Andie's wedding, it isn't exactly a perfect match. Maele is the daughter of a plantation worker, and Adam is the son of one of the richest men in Oahu.Their worlds c...

Ascendant Sun is the direct sequel to The Last Hawk, in which Kelric, heir to the Skolian Empire, crash landed his fighter on the Restricted planet of Coba and was imprisoned by the powerful mistresses of the great estates. After eighteen years of living in their gilded cage, Kelric finally made his escape.Kelric returns to Skolian space, only to find the Empire in control of the Allied forces of Earth, thanks to the upheaval of the Radiance War. With little more ...

Adam de Guirande has barely survived the aftermath of Roger Mortimer’s rebellion in 1321. When Mortimer manages to escape the Tower and flee to France, anyone who has ever served Mortimer becomes a potential traitor—at least in the eyes of King Edward II and his royal chancellor, Hugh Despenser. Adam must conduct a careful balancing act to keep himself and his family alive. Fortunately, he has two formidable allies: Queen Isabella and his wife, Kit.Late in 1323, England is a place ...

La presente edizione è unica;La traduzione è completamente originale ed è stata eseguita per la società Ale. Mar. SAS;Tutti i diritti sono riservati.L'ARTE DELLA GUERRA (cinese: 孫子兵法; pinyin: Sūnzĭ bīngfǎ) è un antico trattato militare cinese attribuito a Sun Tzu, generale militare di alto rango, stratega e tattico, e affine alla Realpolitik del suo tempo, definita in Cina come Legalismo. Il testo è composto da 13 capitoli, ognuno dei quali è dedica...

The Everlasting Masterpieces of World Literature in One Edition is an unparalleled anthology that encapsulates the rich tapestry of global literary tradition. Spanning epochs and continents, this collection delves into myriad themes such as love, power, morality, and human spirit. With a diverse array of styles ranging from the elegant narratives of the Romantic era to the probing insights of Modernism, the compilation bridges the ancient philosophies of Laozi and Plato to the innovative v...

The Best Murder Mysteries for Lying in the Sun presents an exhilarating tapestry of intrigue, where tales of deception, unraveling secrets, and high-stakes investigations converge in one thrilling anthology. This collection spans a wide array of literary styles, showcasing gothic tension, intricate puzzle plots, and psychological suspense. Capturing the richness of the murder mystery genre, the anthology traverses celebrated narratives from the tight-knit intricacies reminiscent of locked-...

Redd Riddick's tortured existence begins when his parents are killed in 1897 on their way to their new son's christening. Raising him falls to his twisted and brutal uncle, whose ghastly treatment of the hated child produces a bizarrely disturbed adult. Many years later, Malcolm and Anna Tilner and the extraordinarily gifted Eva Hauser are brought together once more when a mysterious and elaborate series of executions threaten the Tilners and other powerful people. A complex skein of relat...

A gripping and thought-provoking account of the reign of King James I, who united Britain and made England the global power we know today.The British monarchy of today descends directly from one leader: King James I, whose huge—and much overlooked—influence launched England as a major international trade power, established the King James Bible, and united the royal families of Scotland and England under one house and one monarch.Along with his wife, Anna of...