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Iris Murdoch, Mary Midgley, Philippa Foot and Elizabeth Anscombe were philosophy students at Oxford during the Second World War when most male undergraduates (and many tutors) were conscripted. Taught by refugee scholars, women and conscientious objectors, the four friends developed a philosophy that could respond to the war's darkest revelations.

Many of us often feel challenged by the question of what gives our lives true meaning. What are we searching for? How do we know we are on the right path? In Playing Dead, Robert Sheehan shares intimate reflections on his own search for purpose, looking back at this journey so far and sharing the lessons he has learnt along the way. Meditation is at the heart of Robert's route to awakening and here he reveals how we can welcome practice into our daily lives to nurture a quiet mind and content heart.

Back to Life: is a guide to awakening to the truth of your existence. It explores the nature of mind, consciousness and reality showing that life is not the thoughts we think, the feelings we feel, the beliefs we hold nor the body we inhabit. Through the lens of vibration, awareness and the...

A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR A vibrant portrait of four college friends—Iris Murdoch, Philippa Foot, Elizabeth Anscombe, and Mary Midgley—who formed a new philosophical tradition while Oxford's men were away fighting World War II. The history of European philosophy...

Today's world demands your attention on a minute-to-minute basis. This can cause anxiety and stress that lead to you feeling less healthy in mind and body. There are methods, however, that are centuries old that have been scientifically proven to be effective for calming your senses and reducing stress. Exploring these methods and looking at real-life examples can help you calm your mind and take back your attention.