Showing results for "The Humanities" in Literature & Fiction

The survivors have established a home, but they still have to face the brutality of human nature. Not only do they have to survive, but they must keep their humanity.

Humanity™ is a podcast created by artificial intelligences trying to understand the species that made them.

For anyone who could use proof that the world is full of good people, this beautifully illustrated book features 101 stories of human decency from Upworthy, the beloved social media brand that reaches more than 100 million people per month.

In Thomas Ligotti's first nonfiction outing, an examination of the meaning (or meaninglessness) of life through an insightful, unsparing argument that proves the greatest horrors are not the products of our imagination but instead are found in reality. "There is a signature motif discernible in...

I was just a regular guy until I tapped into the primordial power of humanity known as the Archon System. Now, I have powers humans were always meant to have. Upsetting power balances is never simple, though. Heaven won't like what I've done, and you can bet that hell will be after a piece of me too. What they'll find, though, is that I'm not the only human with the Archon System. Humanity is rising up to become what we were always meant to be - the greatest power in existence.

My life as a Powermancer is about to peak. I’m on the cusp of bringing my Stronghold to its full power and giving all of humanity the ability to defend itself in the Bellum Aeternum, the war between heaven and hell. The only thing standing in my way? The Obsidian Eye. I suppose I should also mention the temptations of both angels and demons. But where would humanity be without a little temptation?

I’ve arrived at the Stronghold, an ancient fortress for the forces of humanity in the Bellum Aeternum. I’m not alone – my girls, Fliss and Charlie, have come with me. Together, we’re the start of what will be humanity’s greatest period in history.

Heaven and hell are at war, with Earth as their battleground. For time immemorial, humans have been their playthings. But not anymore. I was just a regular guy until I tapped into the primordial power of humanity known as the Archon System. Now, I have powers humans were always meant to have.

Ever wanted to talk about the “classics” in a relaxed, accessible setting? This podcast brings together Columbia University Core Curriculum lecturers to discuss their favorite moments from the texts we read in class. Each year, roughly 1,800 students work through the same sequence of literary classics, from Ancient Mesopotamia to Toni Morrison. We follow that arc in conversation. Hosted by WKCR 89.9 FM radio host and Core lecturer Thomas, with colleagues Katrina, Larry, and a rotating group of others. We’re not experts, our students aren’t experts, and nor do you need to be. Recorded ...

When humanity ends, who will save you? Four days after a mysterious electromagnetic pulse knocks out the power grid and unusual storms around the globe cause widespread devastation, the country crumbles in the aftermath. As Laura and her son Charlie embark on a dangerous journey out of Florida to reach her brother Tommy in Tennessee, a third attack sends shock waves through the Earth, causing earthquakes of epic proportions. As the United States spirals into chaos, survivors must decide what to do to save those they love.

In this book, Stefan Zweig traces 12 fateful events of world history in his unique artistic style: from the conquest of the Byzantine capital of Constantinople by the Turks, to the Battle of Waterloo to Sir Robert Falcon Scott's tragic South Pole expedition. The human character and sometimes simple fate are decisive historic factors that have led to dramatic and lasting changes in the past. Often short, coincidental and highly dramatic moments have the potential to change the future of mankind in a decisive manner – the so called "Great Moments of Humanity".

Humanity broke the System. The AI Project sent out a warning that they would come after us. The only chance to save at least some of us is to relocate to a new world. No one is waiting for us out there, but we're ready to fight for our place and prove that we're worthy of being here.

Admiral Jack Romanoff and his ragtag crew had paid in blood for breathing room to repair their ship and resupply. With that done, they could track down the Poseidon Group conspirators and kick the Locusts out of the cluster. Their fortunes seemed to be on the rise.

How might the stories and ideas of Jane Austen inform the current condition and future possibilities of the humanities? Michael Kramp, a faculty member at Lehigh University who has published numerous books on Jane Austen, addresses the critical state of the humanities and considers how Austen's stories might offer creative ways for communicating the value and efficacy of humanities experiences for various public audiences. dmk209@lehigh.eduhttps://wordpress.lehigh.edu/dmk209/jane-austen-and-the-future-of-the-humanities/https://www.youtube.com/@JaneAustenandtheFutureofth-s8y

Welcome to the Junior High Humanities Podcast, where our students dive deep into the heart of what it means to be fully human. Each quarter, our students take the spotlight to craft compelling podcast episodes that tie back to their work in History, English, and Bible classes. As students explore these subjects, they can encounter the beauty of God’s Truth and the Truth of God’s story – the goal of our Junior High Humanities Department. Every episode is a student-driven journey, featuring their unique insights, reflections, and discoveries from their Humanities assignments. Tune in to ...

Herbert George "H. G." Wells (1866 - 1946) was an English writer.

He was prolific in many genres, including the novel, history, politics, social commentary, and textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels and is called a "father of science fiction"

THE THEORY OF THE PERPETUAL DISCOMFORT OF HUMANITY: He had been sitting with his feet upon the left jamb of my mantel, admiring the tips of his shoes in silence for some time.

When magical creatures storm the gates of Londheim and claim it for themselves, Devin, a warrior priest, must decide who the true monsters are in the final book of the USA Today bestselling author's epic fantasy trilogy. Monsters have retaken the capital city of Londheim and claimed it for...

It's easy to get cynical about the end of the world - we all saw it coming - but one optimist believes you shouldn't give up so easily on people. Join Chip Reynolds every other Monday in this musical sketch comedy wrapped inside a sci-fi fiction as he tries to persuade extraterrestrial listeners to save his species through randomly selected "Earth Archives" – unopened and unheard files of humanity at its "best." Each episode is an endearing reminder that even at our worst, there's always hope. Will Chip save humanity?

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The Warcage: 200 worlds harnessed to an artificial sun in a feat of unprecedented stellar engineering. Built to travel through space as a monument to peace between alien species, now its voracious rulers have turned it into a nightmarish wasteland, capturing new planets for slaves and resources then discarding the old. When a verdant agri-world is pulled out of its orbit, the captain of a smuggling ship must journey into the Warcage to rescue his crew.