Kenny tells the story of philosophy chronologically, his lively narrative bringing the great philosophers to life and filling in the historical and intellectual background to their work. Here readers will find not only an authoritative guide to the history of philosophy, but also a compelling introduction to every major area of philosophical inquiry. Now these four splendid books have been combined into one magnificent paperback volume, providing a continuous sweeping account of the great thought of the Western world. The individual volumes of Sir Anthony Kenny' s acclaimed History of Western Philosophy have been hailed as 'wonderfulauthoritativehugely rewarding' (Times Higher Education Supplement) and 'genial and highly accessible' (London Review of Books).
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Metaxas’ bellicose language and involvement in the “Jericho March” stunned his longtime friend, Rod Dreher. In the end, crosses and “Jesus Saves” flags would be seen intermingled among the crowd that finally broke into the Capitol on January 6. The organizers vowed to return to Washington the next month to provide spiritual succor alongside the larger “Stop the Steal” rally protesting Congress’ ratification of the election results. Goliath” as they listened to preachers, would-be prophets, and a pillow salesman expound on how God would restore Donald Trump to the White House. The supposedly fraudulent results of the 2020 election were “evil,” he said, a “rusty knife to the throat of Lady Liberty.” The only Christian solution was to “fight to the death, to the last drop of blood.”Ī few days later, Metaxas emceed the “ Jericho March,” a pro-Trump Christian rally in which attendees, clad in American flags and MAGA hats, carried Bibles and signs with slogans like “Donald vs. Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nationīy Kristin Kobes Du Mez (Liveright, 384 pp., $18.95)Įvangelical author Eric Metaxas was in a fighting mood when he sat down for an interview with conservative activist Charlie Kirk in December 2020. The books are easy to read, brilliant for escapism yet they deal with subjects like grief and loss, but are never without hope. Every time it feels like I am meeting my old friends again. 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Perks came out of my love for coming of ages stories, so Imaginary Friend came out of that same love, but for horror. One of my favorite genres is horror, I love Stephen King. My motivations for Imaginary Friend were many. What was your motivation/inspiration behind this change? I’m sure most people are familiar with your first novel, Perks of Being a Wallflower, but your new novel, Imaginary Friend, takes on a much different genre than Perks. Now, 20 years later, he has written a new novel, Imaginary Friend, and I have had the pleasure to speak with him about it.ġ. This novel has transcended time and remains an important staple in YA fiction-it was even made into a movie in 2012, which Chbosky wrote and directed as well. Meet Stephen Chbosky, whose 1999 novel, Perks of Being a Wallflower took the world by storm, inspiring young people everywhere to participate in the world around them. The Disclosure of the Agent in Speech and ActionĢ5. 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The past year has seen a resurgence of interest in the political thinker Hannah Arendt, “the theorist of beginnings,” whose work probes the logics underlying unexpected transformations-from totalitarianism to revolution.Ī work of striking originality, The Human Condition is in many respects more relevant now than when it first appeared in 1958. These days, the gathering attracts people from all walks of life, from students to seniors, buskers to bankers, for seven days of community and camaraderie. 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Not only am I going to help James launch a successful brewery, but I'm going to find out what makes him tick. Did I mention he doesn't trust me to do my job? Challenge accepted. But only because my boss is the grumpy boss to end all grumpy bosses. WHAT IT'S ABOUT I won't be winning any employee of the year awards. It's the second in a series, but can be listened to as a standalone. You'll find plenty of laughs and sizzling chemistry in this closed door romantic comedy. The Bluff is an enemies to lovers, grumpy boss rom-com set in the fictional small town of Sheet Cake Texas. Except the more time I spend around James Graham, the more I start to lose the one thing I refuse to give to any man: my heart. It's a battle of stubborn wills, and I don't plan to concede anytime soon. The more he pushes me away, the more I'm pulled into his orbit. Not only am I going to help James launch a successful brewery, but I'm going to find out what makes him tick.and what makes him go boom. I won't be winning any employee of the year awards, but only because my boss is the grumpy boss to end all grumpy bosses.ĭid I mention he doesn't trust me to do my job? Challenge accepted. The Book of Ivy has every ingredient you look for in an epic novel: from the spine-tingling plot and exhilarating characters, to every entrancing word penned by Amy Engel With her debut, Amy Engel has pulled off one of the best dystopian romances that I have ever read. The slow-to-develop relationship is believable, and both Ivy and Bishop are easy to relate to. I enjoyed this novel so much that I polished it off in two sittings. The Revolution of Ivy is the shattering conclusion to the young adult dystopian Ivy duology, by the author of The Roanoke Girls. And this time, it is not enough to just survive. For my actions have set off a treasonous chain of events in Westfall that will change of all our fates - especially Bishop's. Read more Yet even out here, there is hope. Now I am an outcast, left to survive the brutal savagery of the lands outside of civilization. Three months ago, I was forced to marry the President's son, Bishop Lattimer - as all daughters of the losing side of the war are sold off in marriage to the sons of the winners. The epic conclusion to the thrilling dystopian Ivy duology, perfect for fans of Divergent, The Maze Runner and the Delirium series. Description for The Revolution of Ivy Paperback. It shows us what time can do to our favourite couples once we leave them after the epilogue. What I loved most about this novel is that it takes us past the happily ever after. Once again, she has recreated that sparkle I love so much about this series. I wasn’t sure where this story would go when I heard about its conception but I shouldn’t have doubted Laurelin Paige. It’s hard to return to a world that has been seemingly wrapped up without things feelings forced. So what a great surprise it was to find out that there was going to be one more book in this series! I couldn’t wait to read it and see what Laurelin Paige had for my favourite duo. It has everything I love in a series: strong characters, a plot full of secrets and twists, and a steamy romance. The Fixed Series is my gold standard for contemporary romance. Heat Rating: hot (BDSM in Chandler: mild) Forever Fixed is a continuation after Forever With You.īook Order: Chronological, Companion ( Hudson), Connected ( Chandler) Chandleris a spin-off with another character. There is a companion novel to the series called Hudson that must be read AFTER the trilogy. There is a spinoff series called The Found Duet. SERIESous’ Top Book Series: #1 Top Contemporary Read of 2013 You think because she’s on bedrest you can protect her? How sweet. With your perfect child and your perfect home. You act so high and mighty, you and your perfect pregnant wife Alayna. Synopsis for Fixed Forever (from Goodreads): In true Moriarty fashion, as the novel unfolds, the pieces of the puzzle fall expertly into place. Is it possible that Stan could have harmed his wife? And what ever happened to that mysterious stranger that showed up bleeding at the Delaneys’ door all those months ago? But when Joy abruptly goes missing, the police, the community, and even the Delaneys’ own children start to wonder if things weren’t as happy as they seemed. From the outside, their marriage seems solid. Stan and Joy Delaney have retired from their days running a prestigious tennis academy and are looking forward to their years as empty nesters. And in Apples Never Fall she’s done it again with the Delaneys: an outwardly successful family whose dirty laundry comes tumbling out when one of their own goes missing. If you’ve spent any time with the sneaky mothers of Big Little Lies, or the wellness retreaters of Nine Perfect Strangers, or any of the other characters that populate Liane Moriarty’s novels, then you know by now that Moriarty has a knack for writing about complicated, flawed people in ways that are oh-so-fun to read. |