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"Philosopher and psychologist William James championed the value of individual experience with an eloquence and zeal that places him beside Emerson and Whitman as a classic exponent of American democratic culture. Regarded by theologian Reinhold Niebuhr as “a milestone in religious thought,” The Varieties of Religious Experience takes on “the very inner citadel of human life” by focusing on intensely religious individuals from different cultures and eras, in order to explore from within how religion enriches human lives." -- Library of America

"The Guide for the Perplexed" is a philosophical and theological work written by the medieval Jewish philosopher Moses Maimonides. In this book, Maimonides aims to reconcile Judaism with Aristotelian philosophy and other contemporary intellectual trends, particularly addressing the tensions between religion and reason. He discusses various theological concepts, including the nature of God, prophecy, and the meaning of religious laws. Maimonides emphasizes the importance of interpreting religious texts allegorically and encourages readers to seek knowledge through both revelation and rational ...

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"Old Celtic Tales" by E. M. Wilmot-Buxton is a collection of mythological and folkloric stories retold from the Welsh "Mabinogion," crafted to engage readers with the enchanting world of Celtic heritage. Written in the late 19th century, the tales encapsulate various characters and adventures, grounding themselves in themes of magic, transformation, and the quest for love and knowledge. Central characters include Lir, who suffers the loss of his children, and the brave Prince Kilhugh, whose determination leads him on a quest for his beloved Olwen. The opening of the collection introduces the ...