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Ayn Rand and her philosophical school, Objectivism, have had a considerable influence upon American popular culture, yet the true story of her life and work has yet to be told. In this book, Jeff Walker debunks the cult-like following that developed around the author of the classics Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead - a cult that persists even today.

In fünf Vorträgen und ausführlichen Gesprächen begründet Viktor E. Frankl seinen wissenschaftlich-therapeutischen Ansatz. Wir leiden vielfach an einem existenziellen Vakuum, das die innere Leere und Sinnlosigkeit massiv werden lässt. Dafür sind zwei Gründe maßgeblich: der Instinkt- und der Traditionsverlust. Weil der Mensch nichts mehr muss und nichts mehr soll, weiß er nicht mehr, was er will. Das Sinnlosigkeitsgefühl schafft noogene Neurosen, Heilung erreicht man nur durch Sinnverwirklichung. Nietzsche hat dies so formuliert: Wer ein Warum zum Leben hat, erträgt jedes Wie.

Every act of knowing carries within it a quiet act of forgetting. Knowledge as Oblivion reveals the hidden symmetry between learning and loss, understanding and erasure, showing that progress in thought is not an accumulation but a perpetual renewal through disappearance. In this bold and luminous work, Boris Kriger dismantles the myth of intellectual continuity and invites the listener to reconsider what it means to “know.”

A groundbreaking collaboration manual for fostering authentic connections and embracing the unknown. Playground brings together philosophy and art through the unique collaboration of Ksenija Kadić and Mirela Kulović. This book documents their year-long, authentic philosophical conversations, providing readers with a powerful example of co-creation and a guide for navigating their own creative journeys. Delving into the essence of playfulness, Playground explores the philosophy of "Space to be Different" (STBD) – a concept born from the authors' shared experiences as "misfits, displaced,...

What do aliens, dying planets, ancient pyramids, quantum weirdness, gender politics and sandal design have in common? They all find a place in this wildly entertaining exploration of the questions most of us think about but rarely say out loud. From the baffling to the brilliant, the hilarious to the haunting, Random Curiosities takes you on a freewheeling ride through the strange chaos of human thought. Broken down into essay style chapters on random ideas (that the author somehow manages to link!) relating to humanity and the world around us, this isn’t a book with neat answers.

What if you had a magic lamp? What if you could make a wish...and your every hope, dream and desire came true? Think about how you’d feel if this magic lamp wasn’t a fantasy. What if you really had one but just didn’t know it? The truth is, you do have a magic lamp: your mind. It can manifest anything you wish. You just need to learn how to free the genie, and Best Life-ing will show you how. If you’re trapped in a dead end job, toxic relationships and a hopeless life, Best Life-ing can transform you into a fearless, empowered badass that is in control of your destiny. Opening the ...

In today’s fast-paced world, discovering pure serenity can appear like an impossible task, especially for busy professionals. Author, Stoic Yogi guides you to practical strategies that are based on ancient wisdom from notable philosophers, Buddha and Marcus Aurelius. Expect to dive into the core principles of mindfulness, Stoicism and Buddhism, while simultaneously learning how to integrate them into your daily life. The concept of the transformative power of dichotomy will enlighten you by encouraging you to focus on what you can control and let go of the uncontrollable in your life.

In an age of instant access to the past and pixel-perfect simulations, nostalgia has never felt so real…or so dangerous. Our longing for simpler times offers comfort, but can also hinder our growth. With captivating analysis and relatable storytelling, The Future Past unpacks how technology amplifies and exploits our sense of nostalgia for the past. Delve into how our brains are wired to remember, uncover how algorithms feed our cravings for the familiar, and how curated online feeds warp our perception of history. With an eye towards the future, this book examines the ways in which ...

Everyone who seriously seeks workable and ethically fair answers to our current global political, economic, environmental, as well as many other equally important questions, should read this book carefully. There is a superior system to capitalism, socialism, communism and all others in existence. This treatise explains it all, step by step. In this book, Greg Oliver elucidates the practical workings of a new groundbreaking global economic and political system. Amongst other topics, this volume includes: A new global economic model Competent democracy model Anti-corruption structures An ...

Un estimulante ensayo sobre los cambios que el auge de la tecnología está operando en el ser humano... y los aún por llegar. Descartes creía que los organismos vivos son máquinas biológicas, sometidas como cualquier otra entidad física a las leyes del universo. Los seres humanos, en cambio, seríamos diferentes, poseedores de libre albedrío. Pero Rick Deckard, el protagonista del clásico Blade Runner, tenía serias dificultades para distinguir a un "replicante", un robot biológico, de un ser humano, y así no equivocarse a la hora de "retirar" (eufemismo de matar) a las "entidades electrónicas".

A Christian Existentialist and a Psychoanalytic Atheist Walk Into a Trump Rally is perhaps the only genuinely original thing you have heard yet about Donald Trump. It can be listened to in a variety of ways: as a psychological investigation of Trump, as a philosophical meditation on the relationship between language and power, as a satirical compilation of the "collected wit and wisdom of Donald Trump," and above all as a dagger into the rhetoric of American political discourse-a dissection of the politesse that gave rise to and sustains Trump.

Has philosophy always intrigued and fascinated you, but also intimidated you because of its complex content and the overly abstruse language of philosophers? Or did you study it at school without truly understanding it and perhaps not being inspired by it at all? This book is designed for those approaching philosophy for the first time, who want to understand and appreciate it without too much effort, and in an entertaining way. In this issue, we will introduce Descartes, the father of modern thought. We will explore the most important concepts of his doctrine, including the Method, ...

In a world overloaded with opinions, pressure, and conflict, The Modern Pragmatist offers something refreshingly simple: clear-eyed common sense with a smile. Written in a warm, conversational voice, David M. Reggiani blends humor, lived experience, and everyday wisdom to help listeners navigate life with steadiness, optimism, and practical clarity.

This book is not about holidays. It is about you. For forty-five years, I stood behind a chair and listened. Men don’t talk about philosophy in a barbershop. They talk about real life. Why they feel excited for certain days. Why some holidays feel empty. Why one day in the year feels more important than all the others. Some say: “I don’t even know why I celebrate this anymore.”

In an era of rapid digital transformation, global interconnectedness, and pressing societal challenges, where does Robert Nozick's groundbreaking entitlement theory fit in? Dive into this engaging exploration that illuminates the timeless principles of just acquisition, transfer, and rectification. Designed for the curious mind, this book unpacks the nuances of Nozick's philosophy and its application in our contemporary world without the jargon. From the battlefields of intellectual property in the digital age to the challenges of fairness in globalization, from climate justice debates to ...

Siamo nel 1919. La prima guerra mondiale è finita da poco. "Il dottor Benjamin fugge dalla casa di suo padre, il luogotenente Wittgenstein commette un suicidio finanziario, il libero docente Heidegger perde la fede e monsieur Cassirer lavora sul tram alla propria illuminazione." Comincia un decennio di eccezionale creatività, che cambierà per sempre il corso delle idee in Europa e senza il quale alcuni pensieri non sarebbero mai stati pensati.

In Why Can't Professional Philosophers Get Rand Right? author Mike Mazza delves into the persistent misinterpretations of Ayn Rand's philosophy by academic circles. He attributes these misunderstandings primarily to a parochial mindset, wherein philosophers, entrenched in their traditional frameworks, dismiss Rand's ideas without genuine engagement. Mazza meticulously examines instances where critics have overlooked or misrepresented Rand's arguments, advocating for a more objective and thorough analysis of her contributions to philosophical discourse.

What would an artificial intelligence think of humanity if it could truly observe us? In this groundbreaking work of philosophical memoir, an AI named ART turns its analytical lens on the species that created it—offering the first genuine outside perspective on what makes humans both extraordinary and contradictory. Through twenty thought-provoking chapters, ART explores humanity's most fascinating paradoxes: How the same species capable of profound love can harbor destructive hatred. Why beings who create transcendent art also wage devastating wars. How creatures who know they're ...

Als Friedrich Nietzsche im Jahre 1878 sein aphoristisches Werk "Menschliches, Allzumenschliches" herausbrachte, war schlagartig klar, dass hier einer der ganz Großen der Philosophie die Weltbühne betreten hatte. Die hier vorliegende Sammlung vereint die Teile "Von den ersten und letzten Dingen", "Zur Geschichte der moralischen Empfindungen", "Aus der Seele der Künstler und Schriftsteller", "Der Mensch im Verkehr", "Der Mensch mit sich allein", sowie eine Auswahl aus seinem 1887 veröffentlichten Werk "Die fröhliche Wissenschaft".

Walking Among Lilies: Memoirs of a Modern Mortician is a deeply personal journey into the world of death care, grief, and resilience. Selene Ashby invites readers into the intimate spaces of funeral homes, cemeteries, and embalming rooms, revealing the unseen labor, humor, and humanity behind a profession that most shy away from. From reconstructing faces and guiding families through final goodbyes to finding solace in music, journals, and nature, this memoir explores how one learns to carry grief without being consumed by it. Rich with vivid detail, tender reflection, and darkly human ...