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First published in 1792, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman tackles many of the punitive patriarchal attitudes that dominated 18th-century society. With warmth and passion, Mary Wollstonecraft urges women to prioritize reason over emotion - a necessary step in building the strength of character required to break free from male notions of female fragility and foolishness. Wollstonecraft bases much of her argument in the case for women's education.

The Art of Vinyasa takes a unique look at Ashtanga yoga as meditation in motion that produces profound inner change. Two of the most well-respected teachers of the Ashtanga style of yoga, Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor, explore this rigorous practice not as a gymnastic feat but as a meditative form.

Mary Eberstadt, “one of the most acute and creative social observers of our time,” (Francis Fukuyama) shines a much-needed spotlight on a disturbing trend in American society: discrimination against traditional religious belief and believers, who are being aggressively pushed out of public...

Mary Wollstonecraft is the author of A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (1792), one of the earliest works of feminist philosophy. She has been called Britain’s first feminist. Her daughter Mary Shelley is the author of the novel Frankenstein (1818). This biography was written by Elizabeth Robin Pennell. It was her first book, written before she was thirty. She was married that year to illustrator and artist Joseph Pennell.

Mary Wollstonecraft is widely hailed as the mother of modern feminism. The book that made her famous, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, is a work of worldwide renown. Yet the range of her achievements as a thinker and writer reach far beyond this text. She was a multi-faceted author, and although the condition of women was a constant preoccupation throughout her life, she wrote on a wide variety of topics and in a range of literary forms, some of which she created herself.

Anything Virtuous is a podcast that explores themes of faith, Godly Femininity, social, and political issues seen through an LDS and "facts first" lens....basically, anything virtuous,

Welcome to Creativity Plus, the show that talks about creativity plus other things! Each episode, our host Mary Charisma speaks with amazing people about creativity plus the topic of their choice. We get deep, we get personal, we go all over the place. Settle in for a conversation that will expand your mind and raise your frequency, and at the very least give you some good book recommendations.

A beautifully illustrated history of the Renaissance told through the lives of its most influential patrons. From the late Middle Ages, the independent Italian city-states were taken over by powerful families who installed themselves as dynastic rulers. Inspired by the humanists, the princes of...

Myths, as Mary Midgley argues in this powerful audiobook, are everywhere. In political thought they sit at the heart of theories of human nature and the social contract; in economics in the pursuit of self interest; and in science the idea of human beings as machines, which originates in the 17th century, is a today a potent force. Far from being the opposite of science, however, Midgley argues that myth is a central part of it. Myths are neither lies nor mere stories, but a network of powerful symbols for interpreting the world.

Published in 1903, this captivating collection of dialogues by Mary MacLane invites listeners into a mysterious conversation that leaves them pondering the identity of her enigmatic companion. Is it the statue she initially describes? An imaginary friend? An alter-ego of the author? Or perhaps a real friend whose identity she cleverly conceals? The questions linger, especially as the conversations reveal how a statue could possibly communicate through the postal service or tap into the authors innermost vulnerabilities. Through her exchanges with Annabel Lee, MacLane offers glimmers of a ...

The best-known pioneers are selling different visions of the future: while Elon Musk and SpaceX seek to establish a human presence on Mars, Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin work toward moving millions of earthlings into rotating near-Earth habitats. Despite these distinctions, these two billionaires share a core utopian project: the salvation of humanity through the exploitation of space. In Astrotopia, Mary-Jane Rubenstein pulls back the curtain on the not-so-new myths these space barons are peddling, like growth without limit, energy without guilt, and salvation in a brand-new world.

Blessed John Duns Scotus, OFM, (1266 - 1308) lived at the height of medieval scholasticism and became one of its premier luminaries. Commended as the Doctor Subtilis (the "Subtle Doctor") for his keen yet nuanced insights, he is rightfully regarded as one of the greatest philosopher-theologians. He influenced a wide range of writers and philosophers from Hopkins to Heidegger, and his thought remains as important as ever.

Explore how evolving perspectives on the Supreme Being are transforming our understanding of both religion and medicine. Discover the profound impact of the peoples idea of God on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797) is celebrated for her groundbreaking work, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, where she boldly asserted that women are not inherently inferior to men; rather, they appear so due to the lack of education. She advocated for the treatment of both men and women as rational beings, envisioning a society built on reason and equality. Today, Wollstonecraft is recognized as a pivotal figure in feminist philosophy, with her early calls for women’s equality and critiques of conventional femininity laying the groundwork for the feminist political movement that ...

Hello! My name is Shea and my partners name is Aaron! We are not Jesus and Mary but we are incarnated beings who are here to do the work of the Universe! We have a lot of fun and we also talk about some serious shit. Please join us on our journey of learning and teaching!

The Magdalene Rising Collective invites you to explore the transformative wisdom of the Bible’s Marys like never before. Through thought-provoking conversations, we aim to uncover the alternative spirit and narratives of Mary Magdalene, Mother Mary, and their connection to the Divine Feminine.This podcast is more than a study of religious texts—it’s a celebration of the profound influence these Marys have had on theology, spirituality, art, and personal transformation. Together, we’ll dive into stories that expand beyond traditional teachings, shedding light on the roles of these women...

Melanie Richardson is a Catholic Priest; especially broad in sympathies, tastes, and intrigue. It was written on her heart to spread the gospel, and, most importantly, to heal the hearts of those closest to her. We invite you to be our guest as we listen to her share the word of God.You’re welcome!

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They say the only things you can be sure of are death and taxes. But there's another. At some point, we are all going to fail. But is that really bad? Failing Better talks with successful people about the times when they were less than successful, how they handled failures, how they moved on, and what part failure plays in creating their successes.

Polynesian PodcastNormalising uncomfortable discussions/topics within our cultural society, in the hopes of breaking generational trauma, stereotypes and stigma.