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David Sedaris

Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk : A Wicked Bestiary

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"Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk" is a must-read for anyone looking for a quirky and funny collection of animal-themed stories. David Sedaris's unique writing style brilliantly portrays the characters and their struggles, making it easy to relate to them despite their animal form. The ability to tackle societal prejudices through the characters' animal struggle is what makes this book an exceptional read.

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Peter (Editor) Gay

The Freud Reader

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Freudian thought permeates many aspects of 20th-century life, and to understand Freud is to explore not only his scientific papers but also his writings on art, literature, politics, religion and culture. Containing 51 texts which span Freud's entire career, from early case histories, through his work on dreams and essays on sexuality, and on to his late writings (including "Civilisation and Its Discontents"), this book brings together his ideas as a scientist, humanist, doctor and philosopher. Introductions to the texts are provided by Peter Gay, who has also written a general introduction which places the man and his work in the context of his time and culture.

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Zadie Smith, Margaret Atwood, J.C. Hallman

The Story about the Story II : Great Writers Explore Great Literature

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The essays in The Story About the Story Vol. II chart a trajectory that digs deep into the past and aims toward a future in which literature can play a new and more profound role in how we think, read, live, and write. In the second volume of The Story About the Story, editor J. C. Hallman continues to argue for an alternative to the staid five-paragraph-essay writing that has inoculated so many against the effects of good books. Writers have long approached writing about reading from an intensely personal perspective, incorporating their pasts and their passions into their process of interpretation. Never before collected in a single volume, the many essays Hallman has compiled build on the idea of a "creative criticism," and offers new possibilities for how to write about reading. The Story About the Story Vol. II documents not only an identifiable trend in writing about books that can and should be emulated, it also offers lessons from a remarkable range of celebrated authors that amount to an invaluable course on both how to write and how to read well. Whether they discuss a staple of the canon (Thomas Mann on Leo Tolstoy), the merits of a contemporary (Vivian Gornick on Grace Paley), a pillar of genre-writing (Jane Tompkins on Louis L’Amour), or, arguably, the funniest man on the planet (David Shields on Bill Murray), these essays are by turns poignant, smart, suggestive, intellectual, humorous, sassy, scathing, laudatory, wistful, and hopeful―and above all deeply engaged in a process of careful reading. The essays in The Story About the Story Vol. II chart a trajectory that digs deep into the past and aims toward a future in which literature can play a new and more profound role in how we think, read, live, and write.

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Christopher Hitchens

Arguably : Essays by Christopher Hitchens

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For nearly four decades, Christopher Hitchens has been telling us, in pitch-perfect prose, what we confront when we grapple with first principles -- the principles of reason and tolerance and skepticism that define and inform the foundations of our civilization -- principles that, to endure, must be defended anew by every generation. Here, in "Arguably," he invites readers to take a seat at a democratic conversation, to be engaged, and to be reasoned with. Astute, vivid, and uninhibited, Hitchens sets a standard for the essayist that has rarely been matched in our time. What emerges in this indispensible volume is an intellectual self-portrait of a writer with an exemplary steadiness of purpose and a love affair with the delights and seductions of the English language, a man anchored in a profound and humane vision of the human longing for reason and justice.

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Richard Dawkins

The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing

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Boasting almost one hundred articles and book excerpts, The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing is a breathtaking celebration of the finest writing by scientists--the best such collection in print--packed with scintillating essays on everything from "The Discovery of Lucy" to "The Terror and Vastness of the Universe."Edited by best-selling author and renowned scientist Richard Dawkins, this sterling collection brings together exhilarating pieces by a who's who of scientists and science writers, including Stephen Pinker, Stephen Jay Gould, Martin Gardner, Albert Einstein, Julian Huxley, and many dozens more. Readers will find excerpts from bestsellers such as Douglas R. Hofstadter's Godel, Escher, Bach , Francis Crick's Life Itself , Loren Eiseley's The Immense Journey , Daniel Dennett's Darwin's Dangerous Idea , and Rachel Carson's The Sea Around Us . There are classic essays ranging from J.B.S. Haldane's "On Being the Right Size" and Garrett Hardin's "The Tragedy of the Commons" to Alan Turing's "Computing Machinery and Intelligence" and Albert Einstein's famed New York Times article on "Relativity." And readers will also discover lesser-known but engaging pieces such as Lewis Thomas's "Seven Wonders of Science," J. Robert Oppenheimer on "War and Physicists," and Freeman Dyson's memoir of studyingunder Hans Bethe.A must-read volume for all science buffs, The Oxford Book of Modern Science Writing is a rich and vibrant anthology that captures the poetry and excitement of scientific thought and discovery.

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Kirk Willis, Bertrand Russell

Unpopular Essays

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Recommendation: Unpopular Essays is a thought-provoking read that challenges conventional beliefs with logical and rational arguments. Bertrand Russell's liberal perspective is reflected in each essay, making this book ideal for readers interested in thought-provoking and unconventional perspectives on various topics. The book aims to combat the growth in dogmatism, which makes it particularly relevant in today's polarized society.

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David Sedaris

Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls

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A guy walks into a bar car and...From here the story could take many turns. When this guy is David Sedaris, the possibilities are endless, but the result is always the same: he will both delight you with twists of humor and intelligence and leave you deeply moved. Sedaris remembers his father's dinnertime attire (shirtsleeves and underpants), his first colonoscopy (remarkably pleasant), and the time he considered buying the skeleton of a murdered Pygmy. With Let's Explore Diabetes with Owls, David Sedaris shows once again why his work has been called "hilarious, elegant, and surprisingly moving" (Washington Post).

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Charlotte Cotton

Photography as Contemporary Art Woa

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The first accessible guide to the key artists and uses of photography in contemporary art since the mid-1980s. An ideal introduction to this popular subject in contemporary culture, this highly readable book surveys work by more than 150 Andreas Gursky, Nan Goldin, Philip-Lorca di Corcia, Richard Billingham, Jurgen Teller, Thomas Demand, Yinka Shonibare, Thomas Ruff, Jeff Wall, Wolfgang Tillmans, and many more. More than 200 examples of the most important works are illustrated. Themed chapters consider subjects such as narrative and storytelling in art photography, photographing the everyday and the insignificant, the use of photography in conceptual art, and the cool, detached, objective aesthetic prevalent in current art photography. 210 illustrations, 100 in color.

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Daniel Klein, Thomas Cathcart

Heidegger And A Hippo Walk Through Those Pearly Gates : Using Philosophy (and Jokes!) to Explore Life, Death, the Afterlife, and Everything in Betweeen

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This book is a humorous, irreverent take on the complex and often scary topics of life, death, and the afterlife. It uses jokes and philosophy to explore how humans approach death and why we embrace life. Readers will be entertained while gaining wisdom from the great philosophers, theologians, and psychotherapists. Recommended for those looking for a light-hearted and insightful read on a heavy topic.

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D.J. Enright

Interplay : A Kind of Commonplace Book

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A "commonplace book," must, by its very nature, be unique, a mixture of personal, critical, playful, and profound musings. In Interplay , the noted critic and poet D. J. Enright has arranged and expanded his jottings, thoughts, observations, and impressions from over the years, resulting in amoving, lucid, and inviting mixture of autobiography and commentary.Much of what Enright shares concerns literary the eccentricities of reviewing; the reductiveness of current fiction; reflections on modern biography; the necessity and impossibility of censorship; irony and sentimentality; treason among intellectuals; linguistic hanky-panky; literarytheory and literary practice (Proust versus Paul de Man); and some of his new poetry. Interspersed are such fascinating asides as a layman's look at Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Freud, and Barthes; curious points of theology; an account of racial stereotypes, their use and limitations; ars eroticaancient and modern; sidelights on Chinese and Japanese thought; the obsolete notion of integrity in politics and business; and dreams in life and literature.To all of these questions and subjects Enright brings his inimitable style and manner, as well as varying moods--sad, humorous, ironic--bound together by his overwhelming humanism that makes life and literature inseparable. This is a brilliant book, full of wit, insight, and intriguing miscellany,one that serves as an eclectic self-portrait of a leading literary mind and a very telling account of modern attitudes and life as we know it.

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You Yenn Teo

This is What Inequality Looks Like: Essays by Teo You Yenn

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If you're looking to understand the deeper societal issues that go unnoticed in the bustling city-state of Singapore, Teo You Yenn’s essays in "This is What Inequality Looks Like" can open your eyes. It's not just an articulation of the problems faced by the low-income community; this author delves into the systemic roots behind these issues, allowing you to witness the connection between personal struggles and larger societal structures. From the intricacy of individual essays to the compelling narrative when read in full sequence, this book is a powerful invitation to empathize and to think critically about the world around us.

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Mary Beard

Women & Power : A Manifesto

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Britain's best known classicist, Mary Beard, is also a committed and vocal feminist. With wry wit she shows how history has treated powerful women. Her examples range from Medusa and goddess Athena to Theresa May and Elizabeth Warren, as she explores the cultural underpinnings of misogyny, considering the public voice of women, how we look at women who exercise power, our cultural assumptions about women's relationship with power, and how powerful women resist being packaged into a male template.With personal reflections on her own experiences of sexism online and the gendered violence she has endured as a woman in the public eye, Beard asks: If women aren't perceived to be fully within the structures of power, isn't it power we need to redefine?With Updated Afterword: "From lectures to book - and the right to be wrong", and, "From book to #MeToo - and reflections on rape".

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Rebecca Solnit

A Field Guide to Getting Lost

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A Field Guide to Getting Lost is a thought-provoking book that inspires readers to embrace uncertainty and find beauty in the unknown. Rebecca Solnit shares personal stories that are relatable and thoughtfully crafted, making readers feel as though they are on a journey with her. The book seamlessly weaves together Solnit's experiences with broader themes such as the human relationship with nature and the importance of self-discovery. Overall, this book is a must-read for those who are seeking to explore the complexities of life and find meaning in unexpected places.

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Isaiah Berlin, Michael Ignatieff, Henry Hardy

The Hedgehog and the Fox : An Essay on Tolstoy's View of History - Second Edition

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Recommendation: "The Hedgehog and the Fox" would be a great read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or Tolstoy's work. Isaiah Berlin's essay offers a fascinating exploration into the contradictions that exist in Tolstoy's worldview, and how these contradictions influenced his understanding of history and human nature. Berlin's writing is clear and concise, allowing readers to fully appreciate the complexity of these ideas without feeling overwhelmed. Additionally, this new edition includes helpful context and translations, making it even more accessible to a wider audience. Overall, "The Hedgehog and the Fox" is a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of the intersections between philosophy and history.

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Alain de Botton

Status Anxiety

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Alain de Botton has a talent for making philosophy accessible, and in "Status Anxiety" he turns his attention to a very personal aspect of our lives: our social status and how we feel about it. This book could be a breath of fresh psychological air, especially if you've been feeling the weight of social expectations. It’s like having a calm conversation with a wise friend who helps you understand why you feel the way you do and offers a different perspective on how to cope with these often unspoken anxieties.

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David Sedaris

Naked

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Naked by David Sedaris would be an enjoyable read for anyone who appreciates humour and enjoys reading personal memoirs. Sedaris has an incredible ability to find the humour in everyday situations and his witty writing style will keep readers hooked. The unique aspect of this book is the honest and vulnerable portrayal of the author's life, making it relatable to many readers. Overall, Naked is a well-written and entertaining book that will leave readers feeling both amused and introspective.

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Ahmet Altan, Yasemin Çongar

I Will Never See the World Again

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This book could be a good read for someone who craves a powerful memoir that explores the intersection of literature and personal fate. Through his imprisonment, Altan's reflection on the powerlessness, the hope, and the resilience of a writer's mind offers solace and inspiration. Dive into this captivating journey where destiny merges with the magic of storytelling.

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Laura Ross, Thomas Paine

Common Sense - And Rights of Man : Bold-faced Thoughts on Revolution, Reason, and Personal Freedom

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The newest entry in our popular “Bold-faced” series offers an innovative reading of Thomas Paine's two most influential essays. Readers will find inspiration in this unique edition, which features the authoritative text of Paine's works, highlighted important passages, an introduction that examines his concepts from today's perspective, and writing exercises with lined pages.

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Tom Wolfe

Hooking Up

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*Tom Wolfe's first collection of essays and short fiction for twenty years: a major publishing event* Hooking Up ranges all over the modern world; in it Tom Wolfe updates us on the sexual manners and mores of teenagers (he is not adverse to doing a survey of teenage address books to find out exactly how many of them don't know the names of the boy/girl they've just hooked up with). From this he moves effortlessly to an investigation of the fundamental ways in which our lives and self-perceptions have changed, living as we do in a modern world of genetic engineering and neuroscience. There are pieces on sting T.V. as well as forecasts of radical changes sweeping the world of the arts. Hooking Up closes with the legendary, never-before-reprinted pieces about The New Yorker and its famously reclusive editor William Shawn, pieces which early on helped win Wolfe his matchless reputation for reportorial bravura and spot-on insight. A glorious, questioning, memorable book, Hooking Up shows Tom Wolfe at the very top of his form.

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Arundhati Roy

Azadi - Freedom. Fascism. Fiction

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If you're feeling the pull to understand the complexities of modern freedom struggles and to dive into the depths of personal and political discourse, Arundhati Roy's "Azadi" could be just the provocation you need. Her sharp essays blend the personal with the political, challenging you to contemplate the state of the world through the insightful eyes of a seasoned activist. This might be a revelatory read for you, especially in these times of global upheaval—it’s an invitation to ponder and to act.

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You Yenn Teo

This Is What Inequality Looks Like

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If you want to truly understand the realities of inequality in Singapore, "This is What Inequality Looks Like" is a must-read. Through a series of thought-provoking essays, Teo You Yenn offers a deep dive into the experiences of low-income individuals and reveals the intersection between personal struggles and systemic inequality. This book will challenge your perspective, broaden your empathy, and inspire you to take action towards a more equitable society.

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F. Scott Fitzgerald

On Booze

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If you're intrigued by the roaring twenties and the underbelly of prohibition-era revelry, F. Scott Fitzgerald's "On Booze" offers an authentic glimpse into that world. Dive into the psyche of the 'Lost Generation' through the candid and unapologetic lens of one of its most eloquent voices, uncovering the allure and pitfalls of that intoxicating time.

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You Yenn Teo

This Is What Inequality Looks Like (New Edition)

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Recommendation: - This book is a thought-provoking exploration of poverty and inequality, challenging readers to question their preconceived notions and shift their perspective. It offers a unique opportunity to see ourselves as part of the solution and compels us to confront uncomfortable truths about our society. Once you read it, you'll never see poverty and inequality the same way again.

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Thomas de Quincey

On Murder Considered as One of the Fine Arts (Little Black Classics) (Paperback)

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'People begin to see that something more goes to the composition of a fine murder than two blockheads to kill and be killed - a knife - a purse - and a dark lane...' In this provocative and blackly funny essay, Thomas de Quincey considers murder in a purely aesthetic light and explains how practically every philosopher over the past two hundred years has been murdered - 'insomuch, that if a man calls himself a philosopher, and never had his life attempted, rest assured there is nothing in him'.Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Thomas de Quincey (1785-1859). Thomas de Quincey's Confessions and an English Opium-Eater and Other Writings is available in Penguin Classics.

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Roxane Gay

Bad Feminist

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Alternate cover edition here .From Roxane Gay comes this collection of essays spanning politics, criticism, and feminism from one of the most-watched young cultural observers of her generation.“Pink is my favorite color. I used to say my favorite color was black to be cool, but it is pink—all shades of pink. If I have an accessory, it is probably pink. I read Vogue, and I’m not doing it ironically, though it might seem that way. I once live-tweeted the September issue.”In these funny and insightful essays, Roxane Gay takes us through the journey of her evolution as a woman (Sweet Valley High) of color (The Help) while also taking readers on a ride through culture of the last few years (Girls, Django in Chains) and commenting on the state of feminism today (abortion, Chris Brown). The portrait that emerges is not only one of an incredibly insightful woman continually growing to understand herself and our society, but also one of our culture.Bad Feminist is a sharp, funny, and spot-on look at the ways in which the culture we consume becomes who we are, and an inspiring call-to-arms of all the ways we still need to do better.Introduction : Feminism (n.): plural --[Me] --Feel me. See me. Hear me. Reach me. --Peculiar benefits --Typical first year professor --To scratch, claw, or grope clumsily or frantically --[Gender & sexuality] --How to be friends with another woman --Girls, girls, girls --I once was Miss America --Garish, glorious spectacles --Not here to make friends --How we all lose --Reaching for catharsis: getting fat right (or wrong) and Diana Spechler's Skinny --The smooth surfaces of idyll --The careless language of sexua l violence --What we hunger for --The illusion of safety / the safety of illusion --The spectacle of broken men --Beyond the measure of men --Some jokes are funnier than others --Dear young ladies who love Chris Brown --So much they would let him beat them --Blurred lines, indeed --The trouble with prince charming, or he who trespassed against us --[Race & entertainment] --The solace of preparing fried foods and other quaint remembrances from 1960's Mississippi: thoughts that help --Surviving Django --Beyond the struggle narrative --The morality of Tyler Perry --The last day of a young black man --When less is more --[Politics, gender & race] --The politics of repectability --When Twitter does what journalism cannot --The alienable rights of women --Holding out for a hero --A tale of two profiles --The racism we all carry --Tragedy. Call. Compassion. Response. --[Back to me] --Bad feminist: take one --Bad feminists

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Amitav Ghosh

The Great Derangement - Climate Change And The Unthinkable

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Are we deranged? The acclaimed Indian novelist Amitav Ghosh argues that future generations may well think so. How else to explain our imaginative failure in the face of global warming? In his first major book of nonfiction since In an Antique Land, Ghosh examines our inability—at the level of literature, history, and politics—to grasp the scale and violence of climate change.The extreme nature of today’s climate events, Ghosh asserts, make them peculiarly resistant to contemporary modes of thinking and imagining. This is particularly true of serious literary fiction: hundred-year storms and freakish tornadoes simply feel too improbable for the novel; they are automatically consigned to other genres. In the writing of history, too, the climate crisis has sometimes led to gross simplifications; Ghosh shows that the history of the carbon economy is a tangled global story with many contradictory and counterintuitive elements.Ghosh ends by suggesting that politics, much like literature, has become a matter of personal moral reckoning rather than an arena of collective action. But to limit fiction and politics to individual moral adventure comes at a great cost. The climate crisis asks us to imagine other forms of human existence—a task to which fiction, Ghosh argues, is the best suited of all cultural forms. His book serves as a great writer’s summons to confront the most urgent task of our time.

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James Baldwin

Nobody Knows My Name

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From one of the most brilliant writers and thinkers of the twentieth century comes a collection of "passionate, probing, controversial" essays ( The Atlantic ) on topics ranging from race relations in the United States to the role of the writer in society.Told with Baldwin's characteristically unflinching honesty, this “splendid book” ( The New York Times ) offers illuminating, deeply felt essays along with personal accounts of Richard Wright, Norman Mailer and other writers. “James Baldwin is a skillful writer, a man of fine intelligence and a true companion in the desire to make life human. To take a cue from his title, we had better learn his name.” — The New York Times

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Daniel Klein, Thomas Cathcart

Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar . . . : Understanding Philosophy Through Jokes

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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy but finds it daunting and dry. By using jokes and humor, Thomas Cathcart and Daniel Klein make complex philosophical concepts accessible and enjoyable. You'll find yourself laughing out loud while gaining a deeper understanding of the great thinkers and their ideas. Get ready to have your mind tickled and your perspective transformed.

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Marina Keegan, Anne Fadiman

The Opposite of Loneliness: Essays and Stories

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This collection of essays and stories by the late Marina Keegan provides a raw and honest insight into the thoughts and aspirations of the current generation. The blend of youthful optimism and life’s complexities in her writing is both relatable and powerfully thought-provoking. Through her words, the reader is encouraged to not only reflect on their own lives but also find hope in a world sometimes saturated with despair.

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Neil Gaiman

View from the Cheap Seats : Selected Nonfiction -- Paperback [Paperback]

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A collection of speeches, articles, essays and introductions from Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author, commentator and craftsman Neil Gaiman.The View from the Cheap Seats draws together, for the first time ever, myriad non-fiction writing by international phenomenon and Sunday Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman. From Make Good Art, the speech he gave at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia that went viral, to pieces on artists and legends including Terry Pratchett, Lou Reed and Ray Bradbury, the collection offers a glimpse into the head and heart of one of the most acclaimed writers of our time.'Literature does not occur in a vacuum. It cannot be a monologue. It has to be a conversation'Welcome to the conversation. Neil Gaiman fled the land of journalism to find truths through storytelling and sanctuary in not needing to get all the facts right. Of course, the real world continued to make up its own stories around him, and he has responded over the years with a wealth of ideas and introductions, dreams and speeches.The View From the Cheap Seats will draw you in to these exchanges on making good art and Syrian refugees, the power of a single word and playing the kazoo with Stephen King, writing about books, comics and the imagination of friends, being sad at the Oscars and telling lies for a living. Here 'we can meet the writer full on' (Stephen Fry) as he opens our minds to the people he admires and the things he believes might just mean something - and makes room for us to join the conversation too.

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David Thorne

The Internet is a Playground

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If you're a fan of sharp wit and don't mind a bit of edge, "The Internet is a Playground" by David Thorne is right up your alley. Thorne's collection of hilarious Internet pranks and correspondences might have you laughing out loud, so maybe save it for somewhere you won't get side-eye for cackling. It's an unputdownable book for anyone who appreciates Internet humor translated into ink and paper.

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Lin Yutang

The Importance of Living

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《生活的艺术》创作于20世纪30年代，出版至今已再版四十余次，被译成多种语言。作者以轻快的笔触展现了中国人的闲情雅趣，将生活的浪漫与优雅进行了完美的呈现。在生活的艺术面前，我们看到了现代快节奏的生活中最为缺乏，也是我们最渴望的闲适情调。这种古典的优雅与从容，是中国人骨子里浪漫情怀的现实表达。穿越历史的尘埃，背负过多的中国人如何在忙碌中保持这种内心的旷达，如何保有并延续这份灵动的性情？闲适人生，是一种充满智慧的处世哲学，更是我们在现代忙碌生活中最需要的生活态度。

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Lin Yutang

The Importance of Living

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《生活的艺术》创作于20世纪30年代，出版至今已再版四十余次，被译成多种语言。作者以轻快的笔触展现了中国人的闲情雅趣，将生活的浪漫与优雅进行了完美的呈现。在生活的艺术面前，我们看到了现代快节奏的生活中最为缺乏，也是我们最渴望的闲适情调。这种古典的优雅与从容，是中国人骨子里浪漫情怀的现实表达。穿越历史的尘埃，背负过多的中国人如何在忙碌中保持这种内心的旷达，如何保有并延续这份灵动的性情？闲适人生，是一种充满智慧的处世哲学，更是我们在现代忙碌生活中最需要的生活态度。

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Henry David Thoreau

Walden and Civil Disobedience

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Naturalist and philosopher Thoreau's timeless essays on the role of humanity—in the world of nature, and in society and government.Thoreau, a sturdy individualist and nature lover, lived a spare existence in a wooden hut on the edge of Walden Pond near Concord, Massachusetts, from 1845 to 1847. "Walden" is the fruit of Thoreau's two-year stay on the Walden Pond. It is a record of his experiment in a simple life and his contemplation of the wonders of nature and the ways of man. He carefully shaped the book to follow the natural cycle of the seasons, yet it is more than an account of life in the woods, it is a quest for personal freedom and individuality that evokes nature without being sentimental or distorting the natural world."Civil Disobedience" was also based on Thoreau's experiences during the period he lived on the pond. In 1846, he was arrested for not having paid his poll tax, as a way of demonstrating that he did not recognize the authority of a government that "buys and sells men, women, and children." It is a treatise against slavery and a government that wages war to support injustice.This edition -A concise introduction that gives readers important background information-A chronology of the author's life and work-A timeline of significant events that provides the book's historical context-An outline of key themes and plot points to help readers form their own interpretations-Detailed explanatory notes-Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work-Discussion questions to promote lively classroom and book group interaction-A list of recommended related books and films to broaden the reader's experienceEnriched Classics offer readers affordable editions of great works of literature enhanced by helpful notes and insightful commentary. The scholarship provided in Enriched Classics enables readers to appreciate, understand, and enjoy the world's finest books to their full potential.

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Ernst F. Schumacher

Small Is Beautiful : A Study of Economics as if People Mattered

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Small Is A Study of Economics As If People Mattered is a collection of essays by British economist E. F. Schumacher. The phrase "Small Is Beautiful" came from a phrase by his teacher Leopold Kohr.

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George Mikes, Nicholas Bentley

How To Be An Alien - A Handbook For Beginners And Advanced Pupils

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George Mikes says, 'the English have no soul; they have the understatement instead'. But they do have a sense of humour - they provide it by buying over three hundred thousand copies of a book that took them quietly and completely apart, a book that really took the Mikes out of them.

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Virginia Woolf

A Room of One's Own

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2015 Reprint of the Original Edition of 1929. "A Room of One's Own" is an extended essay by Virginia Woolf. First published in 1929, the essay was based on a series of lectures she delivered at Cambridge University in October 1928. While this extended essay in fact employs a fictional narrator and narrative to explore women both as writers of and characters in fiction, the manuscript for the delivery of the series of lectures, titled "Women and Fiction," and hence the essay, are considered non-fiction. The essay is generally seen as a feminist text, and is noted in its argument for both a literal and figurative space for women writers within a literary tradition dominated by patriarchy.

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Benjamín Labatut, Adrian Nathan West

When We Cease To Understand The World

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Dive into the captivating world of science and its enigmas. Labatut takes you on a thrilling ride, intertwining history and philosophy with mind-bending scientific discoveries. As you explore the unknown, you'll be confronted with profound questions about the nature of reality and our place in the universe. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking adventure that challenges your understanding of the world.

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Black Swan

You Think It, I'll Say It : Ten scorching stories of self-deception by the Sunday Times bestselling author

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This book would be a good read for those who enjoy captivating and thought-provoking short stories that delve into the intricacies of human behavior. Curtis Sittenfeld masterfully crafts characters that are both relatable and flawed, allowing readers to explore the depths of self-deception and the pitfalls of misreading others. With razor-sharp wit and a keen understanding of contemporary society, these stories will leave you questioning your own perceptions and reflecting on the complexities of human nature.

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Bernard DeVoto, Mark Twain

Letters from the Earth : New Uncensored Writings

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This book is a must-read for anyone looking for a deep and unfiltered commentary on human nature. In "Letters from the Earth", Twain gives a satirical glimpse into the human condition with his trademark wit and humor. Readers will appreciate Twain's observations on religion, society, and morality, which are still relevant today.

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Oliver Sacks

The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales

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This book offers fascinating insights into the human brain and the conditions that can so drastically alter one's perception of the world. Oliver Sacks writes with deep humanity and compassion, creating vivid portraits of the lives of those struggling with neurological disorders. At times tragic, at times awe-inspiring, The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat is a must-read for anyone interested in the mysteries of the brain and the human experience.

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William Irwin, Rebecca Housel, J. Jeremy Wisnewski

Twilight and Philosophy : Vampires, Vegetarians, and the Pursuit of Immortality

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The first look at the philosophy behind Stephenie Meyer's bestselling Twilight series. Bella and Edward, and their family and friends, have faced countless dangers and philosophical dilemmas in Stephenie Meyer's Twilight novels. This book is the first to explore them, drawing on the wisdom of philosophical heavyweights to answer essential questions such as: What do the struggles of "vegetarian" vampires who control their biological urge for human blood say about free will? Are vampires morally absolved if they kill only animals and not people? From a feminist perspective, is Edward a romantic hero or is he just a stalker? Is Jacob "better" for Bella than Edward? As absorbing as the Meyer novels themselves, Twilight and Philosophy: Gives you a new perspective on Twilight characters, storylines, and themesHelps you gain fresh insights into the Twilight novels and moviesFeatures an irresistible combination of vampires, romance, and philosophy Twilight and Philosophy is a must-have companion for every Twilight fan, whether you're new to the series or have followed it since the beginning.

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David Foster Wallace

Brief Interviews With Hideous Men

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This book is not for the faint of heart. It's a collection of short stories that delve into the psyche of men who are so afraid of women that they become grotesque. It's a thought-provoking read that will leave you questioning societal norms and gender roles. If you're a fan of David Foster Wallace's writing, this is a must-read. However, if you're looking for a light-hearted read, this is not the book for you.

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Epicure

EPICURE BEING HAPPY /ANGLAIS

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This book could be a good read for someone searching for a deeper understanding of true happiness. Epicure's teachings remind us that pleasure is not found in material possessions or short-term indulgence, but in living a life guided by sensible and noble choices. Through his philosophical perspective, the book encourages readers to appreciate the simple joys of being alive and to prioritize the absence of pain and fear. It is a thought-provoking guide that challenges traditional notions of happiness and invites readers to live a more fulfilled and joyful life.

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Rebekah Edwards, Laurie Olsen, Tillie Olsen

Tell Me a Riddle, Requa I, and Other Works

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"An excellent volume that will appeal to anyone interested in women's studies, social justice, journalism, and American short stories and fiction." —Erica Swenson, Library Journal A century after her birth, Tillie Olsen’s writing is as relevant as when it first appeared; indeed, the clarity and passion of her vision and style have, if anything, become even more striking over time. Collected here for the first time are several of Olsen’s nonfiction pieces about the 1930s, early journalism pieces, and short fiction, including the four beautifully crafted, highly celebrated stories originally published as Tell Me a Riddle : “I Stand Here Ironing,” “Hey Sailor, What Ship?,” “O Yes,” and “Tell Me a Riddle.” Also included, for the first time since it appeared in the 1971 Best American Short Stories, is “Requa I.” In these stories, as in all of her work, Olsen set a new standard for the treatment of women and the poor and for the depiction of their lives and circumstances. In her hands, the hard truths about motherhood and marriage, domestic life, labor, and political conviction found expression in language of such poetic intensity and depth that their influence continues to be felt today. An introduction by Olsen’s granddaughter, the poet Rebekah Edwards, and a foreword by her daughter Laurie Olsen provide a personal and generational context for the author’s work.

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Jules Evans

Philosophy For Life

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Recommended for anyone seeking practical guidance in life. This book seamlessly blends philosophy into daily life lessons and can help readers learn how to use ancient ideas to stay grounded and navigate the complexities of modern living.

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Paul Edwards, Bertrand Russell

Why I am Not a Christian, and Other Essays on Religion and Related Subjects

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If you're someone who's not shy about questioning the status quo, especially regarding religion, Bertrand Russell's essays will resonate with you. His fearless dissection of religious constructs using unapologetic logic has a way of stripping down complexities into clear-cut arguments. Whether it challenges or reaffirms your beliefs, it's an intellectually stimulating read that might just shift your perspective on the power and place of religion in society.

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Simon Critchley, Peter Catapano

Modern Ethics in 77 Arguments : A Stone Reader

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This book is a great read for those who are interested in exploring and challenging their personal ethical beliefs. The book provides diverse perspectives on ethical issues that are applicable to everyday life, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to broaden their understanding of ethics. The essays are written in an accessible and engaging manner, making it an easy and enjoyable read for individuals at any level of knowledge in philosophy.

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Hannah Jane Parkinson

The Joy of Small Things : 'A not-so-small joy in itself.' Nigella Lawson

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"The Joy of Small Things" can be a good read for those seeking to find happiness and contentment in the everyday experiences of life. Hannah Jane Parkinson, through her own experiences, teaches us to find joy in seemingly insignificant things. The book is a love letter to the small pleasures of life that often go unnoticed. Parkinson's writing is relatable, easy to read and witty, making it a great daily diversion.

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Tony Judt

Ill Fares the Land

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"Ill Fares the Land" is for those who feel that something is fundamentally wrong with our current way of living. Tony Judt offers a historical perspective that helps us understand how we arrived at this moment. He challenges us to imagine a new form of governance and way of life that prioritize fairness over efficiency. This book is a thought-provoking read that offers hope for a better future.

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