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Arastu - Aristotle (Hindi Edition) by Sukesh Kumar is a biography of the Greek philosopher and polymath Aristotle, who mentored Alexander the Great. The audiobook covers his life, teachings, and influence on Western philosophy, making it an essential read for philosophy enthusiasts.

One of the most influential philosophers and theologians in the history of Western thought, St Thomas Aquinas established the foundations for much of modern philosophy of religion, and is famous for his arguments for the existence of God. In this cogent and multifaceted introduction to the great saint's work, Edward Feser argues that you cannot fully understand Aquinas' philosophy without his theology, and vice-versa. He covers Aquinas' thoughts on the soul, natural law, metaphysics, and more.

Inspired by Albert Einstein's theory of relativity and Bertrand Russell and David Hilbert's pursuit of the fundamental rules of mathematics, some of the most brilliant minds of the generation came together in post-World War I Vienna to present the latest theories in mathematics, science, and philosophy and to build a strong foundation for scientific investigation. Composed of such luminaries as Kurt Gödel and Rudolf Carnap, and stimulated by the works of Ludwig Wittgenstein and Karl Popper, the Vienna Circle left an indelible mark on science.

The life and thought of Diogenes the Cynic, an iconoclastic philosopher who pioneered a brash and free-thinking vision of life that inspired the philosophy of Stoicism—“a rich, engaging portrait of intellectual fearlessness” (Stacy Schiff, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Cleopatra) In...

This lively and accessible introduction to Plato focuses on the philosophy and argument of his writings, drawing the listener into Plato's way of doing philosophy, and the general themes of his thinking. It looks at Plato as a thinker grappling with philosophical problems in a variety of ways, rather than a philosopher with a fully worked-out system. It includes a brief account of Plato's life and the various interpretations that have been drawn from the sparse remains of information.

Era el siglo IV a.C. y Alejandro Magno había fundado un gran imperio, fusionando dos grandes civilizaciones, la occidental y la cristiana; asimismo las polis griegas habían sido heridas de muerte y el malestar de la época se manifestaba de varias maneras. Súbitamente, un griego desvergonzado, audaz y desafiante de las convenciones sociales surgió para provocar el escándalo y la hilaridad.

Die ursprünglich als Aufsatzserie in der anthroposophischen Presse erschienene Autobiographie Steiners Mein Lebensgang aus den Jahren 1924 und 1925 stellt den Versuch des Anthroposophiebegründers dar, der Entwicklung seines Lebens und Werkes im biographischen Rückblick klare Gestalt, Richtung und Bedeutung zu geben. Sie ist damit eine zentrale Quelle für jeden, der sich mit Leben und Ideen Steiners beschäftigt.

Modern life is hectic and it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. This book is a reminder to pause and reconnect with deeper meaning behind your actions. This book shares wisdom from ancient philosophers in a relatable way. Their revelations offer a fresh perspective on today's challenges and those you'll face tomorrow.

The first definitive biography of Moses Maimonides, one of the most influential intellects in all of human history, illuminates his life as a philosopher, physician, and lawgiver. Recalling such bestsellers as David McCullough's John Adams and Walter Isaacson's Einstein, Maimonides is a biography on a grand scale, brilliantly explicating one man's life against the background of his time.

In tracce audio accessibilissime, brillanti, scanzonate, vita e pensiero dei più antichi filosofi, da Talete a Gorgia di Lentini. Un importante successo editoriale.

العدد السادس عشر من سلسلة نوابغ الفكر الغربي! دراسة نقدية تحليلية لفلسفة "لوك" توضح أسسها ومبادئها، عبر تحليل كتاباته وخطاباته مع أصدقائه. كما تعرض أهميته في...

As Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, Mary Midgley, and Iris Murdoch labored to make a place for themselves in a male-dominated world, as they made friendships and families, and as they drifted toward and away from each other, they never stopped insisting that some lives are better than others. Drawing on a cluster of recently opened archives and extensive correspondence and interviews with those who knew them best, Benjamin Lipscomb traces the lives and ideas of four friends who gave us a better way to think about ethics, and ourselves.

All Too Human is a new-generation political memoir, written from the refreshing perspective of one who got his hands on the levers of awesome power at an early age. At thirty, the author was at Bill Clinton's side during the presidential campaign of 1992, & for the next five years he was rarely...

Wer die Philosophien zur Moderne verstehen will, der sollte Leben und Werke der französischen Existenzialistin und Feministin kennen. Der erfahrene Autor und Herausgeber Bert Alexander Petzold nimmt uns mit auf eine faktenreiche Bildungsreise und erläutert verständlich, unterhaltsam und strukturiert Basiswissen zu Simone de Beauvoir. Simone de Beauvoir (1908-1986) gilt als wichtigste französische Intellektuelle des 20. Jahrhunderts. Ihr 1949 veröffentlichter Roman "Das andere Geschlecht" gilt als Meilenstein feministischer Literatur.

"Locke gastó gran parte de su tiempo escribiendo largas cartas floridas a mujeres libres, pero nunca llegó a casarse y terminó viviendo en platónico ménage à trois con un miembro del Parlamento por Essex y su esposa. Locke ha sido el único gran filósofo en llegar a ministro, a pesar de...

Platão é considerado um dos nomes mais importantes para a compreensão do pensamento filosófico no Ocidente. Ele foi aluno de Sócrates, de quem registrou as ideias, e professor de Aristóteles–apesar das divergências que posteriormente os separaram. Um de seus legados mais importantes é a concepção do mundo das ideias em contraposição ao mundo dos sentidos. Para explicar essa teoria, o filósofo grego formulou a “alegoria da caverna”, que revolucionou para sempre a nossa forma de interpretar a realidade.

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, universal genius and philosopher: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best!

Chrysippos, Greek philosopher and stoic: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best.

Filósofo político y revolucionario francés, y, junto con Bakunin y Kropotkin uno de los padres del pensamiento anarquista, es considerado uno de los economistas más notables de todos los tiempos y autor de la primera tendencia económica conocida, el mutualismo.

What drives human thought? From Plato to Voltaire, Marcus Aurelius to Isaac Newton, Socrates to Descartes, Aristotle to Rousseau – these five-minute snapshots offer powerful insights into the people who shaped our understanding of life. Whether you're commuting, relaxing, or curious to learn something new: These short, vivid biographies offer quick insights, big ideas, and timeless inspiration.