Philosopher Biography

Karl Marx (1818-1883) - philosopher, historian, sociologist, economist, current affairs journalist, and editor - was one of the most influential and revolutionary thinkers of modern history, but he is rarely thought of as a Jewish thinker, and his Jewish background is either overlooked or misrepresented. Avineri puts Marx's Jewish background in its proper and balanced perspective, and traces Marx's intellectual development in light of the historical, intellectual, and political contexts in which he lived.

A reincarnated angel's tale of spiritual oneness, mental illness, the nut house, psychedelic drugs, gurus, meditation, romantic longing, mystical experience and the lesson of humility...Take the ride, because this book is gonna blow your mind.

Ferdinand von Schirachs neues Buch verwebt autobiographische Erzählungen, paradoxe Aperçus, Betrachtungen und Reflexionen zu einem...

This audiobook is a collection of a hundred quotes chosen among the most representative of his great works, so that the listener can easily familiarize himself with the thought of one of the greatest European thinkers.

Taking his lead from his subject, Gershom Scholem - the 20th-century thinker who cracked open Jewish theology and history with a radical reading of Kabbalah - Prochnik combines biography and memoir to counter our contemporary political crisis with an original and urgent reimagining of the future of Israel.

Baron Giulio Cesare Andrea Evola, known to the English-speaking world as Julius Evola (1898-1974), was an Italian philosopher, magician, painter, occultist, Orientalist, linguist, and champion mountain climber. Often considered a pillar of Neo-Fascist thought, Evola opposed Fascism and called himself a “radical traditionalist”.

The Story of Philosophy: Plato by Will Durant is a captivating exploration of the life and philosophical ideas of the ancient Greek thinker, Plato. In this edition, Durant brings Plato's philosophy to life with vivid imagery that enhances the reader's understanding and engagement. Durant provides readers with a comprehensive overview of Plato's life, from his upbringing in ancient Athens to his establishment of the Academy, one of the earliest institutions of higher learning in the Western world.

David Hume (1711–1776) is a towering and intriguing figure. He was the preeminent philosopher in what is now called the Scottish Enlightenment, a time that was “crowded with genius” and in a place regarded as the rebirth of the golden era of Athens. His writing displayed an astonishing range, addressing everything from metaphysics to politics, and in subject after subject, he produced fresh, novel, and brilliant insights.

Rudolf Steiner pubblicò sulla sua rivista i vari capitoli della sua autobiografia. Nella storia della sua vita si pone particolare attenzione a come il suo percorso di persona che già vedeva il mondo spirituale lo portò a interfacciarsi con la realtà fisica, finché poi cercò di introdurre, con l'edificio dell'Antroposofia, coloro che vedevano solo attraverso i sensi ad una strada che li portasse alla visione spirituale.

Step into the extraordinary mind of Winston Churchill with "Churchill Dictionary: An Essential Guide to Winston Churchill's Thought and Ideas." Delve into the profound wisdom and unparalleled insight of this iconic leader through a comprehensive collection of his thoughts, ideas, and beliefs. From his stirring speeches to his timeless quotes, this dictionary offers a unique glimpse into the legacy and memory of one of history's greatest leaders.

This is the second of three volumes of posthumously collected writings of G. A. Cohen, who was one of the leading, and most progressive, figures in contemporary political philosophy. This volume brings together some of Cohen's most personal philosophical and nonphilosophical essays, many of them previously unpublished. Rich in first-person narration, insight, and humor, these pieces vividly demonstrate why Thomas Nagel described Cohen as a "wonderful raconteur".

Dive into the rich linguistic universe of Pope Francis with "Pope Francis Dictionary: Key Words of the Pope for a Better World”. This fascinating compendium offers a profound look at the words and phrases that have defined the Pope's pontificate, illuminating the path to understanding, compassion, and action in an ever-changing world. From "mercy" and "social justice" to "solidarity" and "hope," each entry provides a window into the teachings and values of the Pope, inspiring listeners to reflect, learn, and act to build a more just and compassionate world.

This is an ideal introduction to the ideas of a man whom many regard as the greatest thinker of our time. Here we encounter the stages in the development of his unique philosophy of consciousness, his key intellectual breakthroughs, his theory of history, and his diagnosis of the political ills of the modern age. The book provides a veritable catalog of the thinkers who created the intellectual foundation of the twentieth century.

En Hegel en 90 minutos, Paul Strathern presenta un recuento conciso y experto de la vida e ideas de Hegel, y explica su influencia en la lucha del hombre por comprender su existencia en el mundo. El libro incluye una selección de escritos de Hegel, una breve lista de lecturas sugeridas para aquellos que deseen profundizar en su pensamiento y cronología que sitúan a Hegel en su época y en una sinopsis más amplia de la filosofía.

This is an essay on the unique teaching of J. Krishnamurti. It starts with the question "What is consciousness?" - and carefully proposes a holistic definition, after reviewing the various psychological and spiritual theories that deal with this subject. The author actually goes a step ahead and focuses on a more particular issue, a provocative question asked by K: “How to empty consciousness of its content?”

"The Story of Philosophy: Herbert Spencer" by Will Durant provides a detailed examination of the life and work of Herbert Spencer, a key figure in the development of 19th-century philosophy. Durant introduces Spencer as a thinker whose contributions to various fields, including sociology, biology, and ethics, have significantly influenced modern intellectual history.

Stoicism may be an ancient philosophy, but it is one that has even more relevance to our daily lives now that we are in the modern world. With Stoicism, we learn that we can control some things, such as our emotions and our reactions, and this can help to lead us to happiness. In this complete guidebook, we are going to take you from the very basics of using Stoicism in your daily life, to complete mastery. We will show you how this ancient philosophy is going to work to make you feel happier and more virtuous.

En vida de JeanPaul Sartre, su filosofía fue bien conocida por estudiantes, intelectuales y revolucionarios, e incluso entre el gran público de todo el mundo. Esta popularidad, sin precedentes para un filósofo, fue debida en parte a sus propias ideas políticas revolucionarias, pero sobre todo se debió a su papel como portavoz del existencialismo en el momento justo en que este conjunto de ideas llenaba el vacío espiritual heredado de la Segunda Guerra Mundial y sus despojos.

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. 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 childhood on his beliefs, Wicks demonstrates that, far from being a nihilist, Nietzsche offers a positive and understanding of human nature.

Esta é uma coletânea de algumas das ideias mais importantes encontradas na obra dos filósofos, teóricos políticos, sociólogos, artistas e romancistas que acreditamos ter mais a nos oferecer nos dias de hoje.