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From the moment of its publication in 1748, The Spirit of the Laws proved to be a controversial work provoking widespread interest. Within three years it had been translated into various European languages - and was swiftly added to the List of Prohibited Books by the Roman Catholic Church. It is a remarkable book, a potpourri of observations and comments ranging far and wide over the social activities of mankind and it exerted a great influence on political leaders in the following decades. 

Originally published in 1748, this is possibly the most masterful and influential book ever written on the subject of liberty and justice. Accordingly, it is a work that profoundly influenced America’s Founding Fathers. Its success was due partly to the fact that it was the first systematic treatise on politics, partly to Montesquieu’s championship of the nobility and the Parlements, but above all, to the brilliant style of his prose.

One of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Pride and Prejudice, is vividly brought to life by Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike ( Gone Girl). In her bright and energetic performance of this British classic, she expertly captures Austen’s signature wit and tone. Her attention to detail, her literary background, and her performance in the 2005 feature film version of the novel provide the perfect foundation from which to convey the story of Elizabeth Bennet, her four sisters, and the inimitable Mr. Darcy.

Retrouvez le roman épistolaire de Montesquieu, un classique au programme de l'oral du bac de français 2021. Quoi de plus divertissant qu'un étranger perdu dans un pays inconnu ? Aux yeux du Persan Usbek, nos manières, nos passions, nos mœurs paraissent un carnaval de bizarreries et de conventions absurdes. Loin d'Ispahan, de son harem et de ses sultanes, la France et Paris lui semblent incompréhensibles. Pour décrire cette nation "civilisée", il entreprend une chronique étincelante d'esprit, de fausse naïveté et de hardiesse.

Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Michael Palin, Terry Gilliam and Terry Jones star in this innovative and groundbreaking series which includes 19 of their best sketches. From the memorable 'Nudge Nudge Wink Wink' to the celebrated 'Dead Parrot Sketch', there’s also the hairdresser...

Publiées sans nom d'auteur en 1721, les "Lettres persanes" rencontrèrent aussitôt un considérable succès. L'ouvrage se donne comme un recueil de près de deux cents lettres : celles d'Usbek et Rica, deux "Persans" voyageant vers l'Europe et s'arrêtant à Paris. En restituant, pour le plaisir de l'écoute, la pluralité des voix, nous voudrions inviter à découvrir (ou redécouvrir) un texte qui sait aussi se faire roman. Montesquieu, observateur des mœurs et des institutions, s'efforce de les comparer suivant les variations de lieu et de temps.

"600 Quotations from the Great 18th Century Writers" is a collection of inspiring thoughts and reflections from six of the greatest literary minds of all time. During this time, society was experiencing a cultural upheaval, with more emphasis being placed on happiness and the pursuit of knowledge. While these quotes might be over 200 years old, they bear as much relevance today as they did when they were first coined. A superb read for dipping in and out of.

Bli bekant med de viktigaste filosoferna på 1600-talet genom ett noggrant urval av 400 citat som introducerar deras stora idéer och avgränsar strukturen i deras arbete med klarhet. Upptäck nya aspekter eller fördjupa dig i tankarna hos Baruch Spinoza, Blaise Pascal, Voltaire, Charles Louis de Montesquieu, för att utöka ditt sinne och din kunskap om vår kultur.

Charles de Montesquieu est un penseur politique, précurseur de la sociologie, philosophe et écrivain français des Lumières. Jeune homme passionné par les sciences et à l'aise avec l'esprit de la Régence, Montesquieu publie anonymement les "Lettres persanes" (1721), un roman épistolaire qui fait la satire amusée de la société française vue par des Persans fictifs et met en cause les différents systèmes politiques et sociaux, y compris le leur.

Explore the transformative world of early childhood education through the lens of innovative teaching principles and developmental theories. This podcast delves into the concepts of child-centered learning, independence, and the nurturing of natural curiosity—all central to the evolution of educational practices. Each week, we bring you a different complete audiobook, offering a diverse array of perspectives, historical contexts, and narrative styles. From timeless classics to lesser-known gems, these stories provide a window into the varied approaches and philosophies that have shaped ...

What can parents do to help their youngest children in their task of self-formation? How does the Montessori method of hands-on learning and self-discovery relate to the youngest infants? This authoritative and accessible book answers these and many other questions. Based on Dr. Maria Montessori's instructions for raising infants, its comprehensive exploration of the first three years incorporates the furnishings and tools she created for the care and comfort of babies.

To overcome a crisis of melancholy after the death of his father, Montaigne withdrew to his country estates and began to write, and in the highly original essays that resulted he discussed themes such as fathers and children, conscience and cowardice, coaches and cannibals, and, above all, himself.

Jordan Peterson's Twelve Rules for Life meets Jocko Willink and Leif Babin's Extreme Ownership in this tough-love leadership book from a Navy SEAL and rising star in Republican politics. In 2012, on his third tour of duty, an improvised explosive device left Dan Crenshaw's right eye destroyed...

It’s time to change the way we see babies. Drawing on principles developed by the educator Dr Maria Montessori, The Montessori Baby shows how to raise your baby from birth to age one with love, respect, insight, and a surprising sense of calm. Cowritten by Simone Davies, author of the...

Dashing young Edmond Dantès has everything: a fine reputation, an appointment as captain of a ship, and the heart of a beautiful woman. But his perfect life is shattered when three jealous friends conspire to destroy him. Falsely accused of a political crime, Dantès is locked away for life in the infamous Chateau d'If prison. But it is there that Dantès learns of a vast hidden treasure.

Familiarize-se com os filósofos mais importantes do século XVII através de uma cuidadosa selecção de 400 citações, introduzindo as suas principais ideias e delineando com clareza a estrutura do seu trabalho. Descubra novos aspectos ou aprofunde-se nos pensamentos de Baruch Spinoza, Blaise Pascal, Voltaire, Charles Louis de Montesquieu, para expandir a sua mente e conhecimento sobre a nossa cultura.

In his acclaimed #1 New York Times bestseller, Mark R. Levin explores the psychology, motivations, and history of the utopian movement, its architects—the Founding Fathers, and its modern-day disciples—and how the individual and American society are being devoured by it. Levin asks, what is...

A menudo en democracia encontramos quejas o críticas por los niveles de corrupción, la incapacidad manifiesta de muchas personas para los puestos que ocupan, la escasa calidad de la educación, la lentitud o falta de equidad de la justicia o el mal funcionamiento de la administración. Lo curioso es que buena parte de esas que podríamos denominar «críticas al sistema» provienen de las personas menos indicadas para formularlas, es decir, de sujetos cuyas propuestas, caso de ser aplicadas, antes que contribuir a la salud del paciente, certificarían de forma definitiva su defunción. O ...

Falsely accused of treason, Edmond Dantès endures a 14-year imprisonment in the Château d'If. Upon escaping, he stumbles upon a hidden treasure, utilizing it to meticulously orchestrate revenge as the enigmatic Count of Monte Cristo against those who betrayed him.

Ready yourself for this carefully crafted collection of quotes from some of the greatest minds the world has ever seen! Featuring world-famous playwrights, philosophers, activists, Presidents and physicists, from Churchill and Shakespeare to Gandhi and Einstein, this is an entertaining and inspiring compilation covering everything from Ancient Rome to modern-day Britain.