Republic

by Plato

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Famous philosophical treatise of the 4th century BC concerns itself chiefly with the idea of justice, as well as such Platonic theories as that of ideas, the criticism of poetry, and the philosopher's role. Source of the famous cave myth and prototype for other imaginary commonwealths, including those of Cicero, St. Augustine, and More. Benjamin Jowett translation.
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Sophie's World

by Jostein Gaarder

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Ex-philosophy teacher Jostein Gaarder & Albert Knos stimulate 15 year old Sophieto ask those fundamental questions which have exercised the imaginations of Children Phiolosophers since the dawn of civilisation.
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Zen And The Art Of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry Into Values

by Robert M. Pirsig

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One of the most important and influential books written in the past half-century, Robert M. Pirsig's "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" is a powerful, moving, and penetrating examination of how we live . . . and a breathtaking meditation on how to live better. Here is the book that transformed a generation: an unforgettable narration of a summer motorcycle trip across America's Northwest,
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Tao Te Ching

by Mitchell

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In eighty-one brief chapters, Lao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, provides advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit, and teaches us how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao—the basic principle of the universe. Stephen Mitchell's bestselling version has been widely acclaimed as a gift to contempora
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by Douglas R. Hofstadter

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This groundbreaking Pulitzer Prize-winning book sets the standard for interdisciplinary writing, exploring the patterns and symbols in the thinking of mathematician Kurt Godel, artist M.C. Escher, and composer Johann Sebastian Bach.
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Thus Spake Zarathustra

by Friedrich Nietzsche

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Prince

by Niccolo Machiavelli

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After a lifetime of winning and losing at the game of politics, Florentine nobleman Machiavelli set down its ageless rules and moves in this highly readable treatise. Witty, informative, and devilishly shrewd, it has long been required reading for everyone interested in politics and power.
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Beyond Good And Evil: Prelude To A Philosophy Of The Future

by Friedrich Nietzsche

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One of the most popular of the 19th-century philosophers refines his previously expressed ideal of the superman in a fascinating examination of human values and morality. This inexpensive, unabridged edition of one of Nietzsche's most important works offers a rich sampling of the philosopher's influential school of thought. Publisher's Introduction.
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Nicomachean Ethics

by Aristotle

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This enduringly profound treatise was first used by the students of Aristotle’s famous Athenian school, the Lyceum; since then it has exercised a lasting effect on Western philosophy and continues to resonate for modern readers. Aristotle identifies the goal of life as happiness and discusses its attainment through the contemplation of philosophic truth. Inexpensive edition of a literary and
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Euthyphro, Apology Of Socrates, And Crito

by Plato

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Meditations

by Marcus Aurelius

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Imperator Caesar Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus (121 - 180 AD) was Roman Emperor from 161 to his death. He was the last of the Five Good Emperors, who governed the Roman Empire from 96 to 180. He was able to secure the succession for his son Commodus, whom he made co-emperor in his own lifetime (in 177), though many historians believe that the decline of Rome began under Commodus. Marcus Aurel
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History Of Western Philosophy

by Bertrand Russell

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History Of Western Philosophywas published in 1946. A dazzlingly ambitious project, it remains unchallenged to this day as the ultimate introduction to Western philosophy.
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Atlas Shrugged

by Ayn Rand

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The astounding story of a man who said that he would stop the motor of the worldand did. Tremendous in scope, breathtaking in its suspense, "Atlas Shrugged" is unlike any other book you have ever read.
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Sun Tzu On The Art Of War: The Oldest Military Treatise In The World

by Lionel Giles

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He will win who knows when to fight -- and when not to fight. This is the classic translation of the Chinese military masterpiece, and it remains the best as it preserves the character and nuances of the Chinese original. An inspiration for Mao Tse Tung and countless generations of military leaders, it was written in antiquity and consists of thirteen chapters that reflect the mind of a born strat
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Critique Of Pure Reason

by Immanuel Kant

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Translated by J.M.D. Meiklejohn. Considered to be one of the best translations, this edition includes Kant's original preface to the second edition of 1787. This was his foundational work on metaphysics. Copyright
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Symposium

by Plato

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In the course of a lively drinking party, a group of Athenian intellectuals exchange views on eros, or desire. From their conversation emerges a series of subtle reflections on gender roles, sex in society and the sublimation of basic human instincts. The discussion culminates in a radical challenge to conventional views by Plato's mentor, Socrates, who advocates transcendence through spiritual lo
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Leviathan: Or The Matter, Forme, And Power Of A Commonwealth Ecclesiasticall And Civil

by Thomas Hobbes

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A cornerstone of modern western philosophy, addressing the role of man in government, society and religionIn 1651, Hobbes published his work about the relationship between the government and the individual. More than four centuries old, this brilliant yet ruthless book analyzes not only the bases of government but also physical nature and the roles of man.Comparable to Plato'sRepublicin depth and
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Being And Nothingness

by Jean-Paul Sartre

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The often criticized philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre encompasses the dilemmas and aspirations of the individual in contemporary society. This work of power and epic scope provides a vivid analysis for all who would understand one of the most influential philosophic movements of this or any age.
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Fountainhead

by Ayn Rand

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A special edition hardcover in celebration of Ayn Rands centennial. When it was first published in 1943, "The Fountainhead"--containing Ayn Rands daringly original literary vision with the seeds of her groundbreaking philosophy, Objectivismwon immediate worldwide acclaim. This instant classic is the story of an intransigent young architect, his violent battle against conventional standards, and
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Communist Manifesto

by Karl Marx

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"The Communist Manifesto" is the classic work of economics that initiated one of the greatest movements of political change that the world has ever seen. The writings of Karl Marx brilliantly expose the vast divide between the elite ruling class and the working class that has existed throughout history. At the time "The Communist Manifesto" was first published it was intended to serve as a publica
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