Ergebnis für "From Beyond" in Politik & Sozialwissenschaften

In Japan in 1253, one of the great thinkers of his time died - and the world barely noticed. That man was the Zen monk Eihei Dogen. For centuries his main work, Shobogenzo, languished in obscurity, locked away in remote monasteries until scholars rediscovered it in the 20th century. What took so long? In Brad Warner's view, Dogen was too ahead of his time to find an appreciative audience. To bring Dogen's work to a bigger audience, Warner began paraphrasing Shobogenzo, recasting it in simple, everyday language. The first part of this project resulted in Don't Be a Jerk, and now Warner presents this second volume, It Came from Beyond Zen! Once again, Warner uses wry humor and incisive commentary to bridge the gap between past and present, making Dogen's words clearer and more relevant than ever before.

Brought to you by Penguin. The definitive new history of East Germany by an acclaimed historian In 1990, a country disappeared. For the previous forty-one years, East Germany had existed in Western minds as more of a metaphor than a place, more of a grey communist blur than a land of real people...

This collection, read by Audie award-winning narrators, includes unabridged recordings of 11 of the most renowned, widely-read, and essential philosophical works from Ancient Greece and Asia to 19th century America, including Meditations, The Republic, and more.

Transformative justice seeks to solve the problem of violence at the grassroots level, without relying on punishment, incarceration, or policing. Community-based approaches to preventing crime and repairing its damage have existed for centuries. However, in the putative atmosphere of contemporary criminal justice systems, they are often marginalized and operate under the radar. Beyond Survival puts these strategies front and center as real alternatives to today's failed models of confinement and "correction."

What if time is not something the universe runs on, but something the universe produces? For more than a century, Henri Bergson’s notion of “duration” shaped how philosophers, artists, and psychologists thought about time. He won a Nobel Prize for it. He publicly challenged Einstein over it. And yet his beautiful metaphors never answered the most basic question: what actually is time?

Track the gripping history of diplomacy and international relations as humanity battles to forge order from global chaos. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative transforms dense political science into a dramatic saga of war, trade, and faith. Whether you are deeply...

Trace the epic clash of ancient empires and modern democratic struggles that forged the Indian subcontinent. Perfect for an intellectual commute, this sweeping narrative transforms millennia of complex governance into a gripping, accessible timeline. Watch subjects rise into empowered citizens...

*WINNER of the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction 2023* **AN INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER** A stunning account of this century's most intense urban fire, and a panoramic exploration of the rapidly changing relationship between fire and humankind. In May 2016, Fort McMurray, Alberta, the hub of...

Brought to you by Penguin. Today, Trump’s USA is a government of the billionaires, by the billionaires, for the billionaires. As inequalities grow starker and authoritarianism takes hold, people are deprived of both the basic necessities of life and the right to hold to account the...

A comprehensive guide to the foundations of Toltec wisdom, Beyond Fear is essential reading for fans of Don Miguel Ruiz’s New York Times best-selling book, The Four Agreements, which has sold over 8 million copies and has been translated into 46 languages worldwide. Providing instruction in the basic elements of the Toltec spiritual practice, this collection of ceremonies, wisdom, and prophecies empowers readers to shed their fears, judgments, and guilt - an essential step before practicing the Four Agreements.

Dive into the dramatic evolution of American jurisprudence, where civil rights and constitutional battles forge a nation. Far from a dry timeline of court decisions, this thought-provoking narrative transforms historical milestones into an accessible, high-energy human drama. It reveals the...

Trace the dark political history of civilian mass detention in this gripping account of state power and human survival. Perfect for a focused commute or deep educational listening, this somber yet vital narrative separates the myths from the realities of global internment. It reveals how...

Master ancient Eastern philosophy to find mindful calm and harmony amidst modern chaos and daily stress. Whether you are navigating frustrating office politics, surviving tense family dinners, or seeking deeper meaning during your daily commute, this reflective guide bridges the gap between...

From the acclaimed author of American Comics and Jewish Comedy comes a highly entertaining book that examines the American obsession with horror—and what it tells us about ourselves. In American Scary, noted cultural historian and Columbia professor Jeremy Dauber takes the reader to the...

If you've been injured and feel overwhelmed by the legal process, you're not alone. This essential guide by Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. —a seasoned attorney licensed in both New York and California—demystifies every step of the personal injury claim journey. Whether you're navigating medical bills, dealing with insurance companies, or wondering if your case is even worth pursuing, this book provides the clarity and confidence you need.

Discover the unflinching world history of Black liberation and systemic resistance that your school textbooks erased. Ideal for your daily commute, this narrative replaces sanitized myths with the raw, untold stories of the African diaspora. Whether seeking focused learning or profound...

In Beyond Biocentrism, acclaimed biologist Robert Lanza and astronomer Bob Berman take the listener on an intellectual thrill ride as they reexamine everything we thought we knew about life, death, the universe, and the nature of reality itself. The first step is acknowledging that our existing model of reality is looking increasingly creaky in the face of recent scientific discoveries.

Escape modern burnout and find inner balance with ancient Eastern philosophy designed for your chaotic everyday life. Whether you are navigating workplace stress on your morning commute or seeking a grounding perspective to unwind, these historical insights offer profound relief. Transform daily...

A history of Europe unlike any other: perfect for fans of A History of the World in 47 Borders and Prisoners of Geography. 'One of the most engaging and fascinating histories of Europe I've read for years.' DOMINIC SANDBROOK, co-host of The Rest Is History podcast Europe's internal borders have...

From the Heart of an Abandoned Daughter is about the trauma of family violence. It highlights the inner struggle of the author’s childhood attempt to cope with a terrorizing father and a mother who was so focused on survival that she had to block her own feelings and, consequently, disconnect from her children, leaving them to feel emotionally abandoned rather than protected.