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It is said that a monument now stands before the high church of Caerleon: an anvil pierced through with a sword. It is said that the sword can only be taken by the Britons' rightful king... From Sunday Times bestseller Amy Jeffs', Arthur: A New Life mines the deep, elusive seams of a story we...

Schopenhauer: here's when great philosophy can be somber, pessimistic, even brutal, and still resonate with a sarcastic laugh. He was among the first to contend that the universe is essentially not a rational place; in his most famous work, "The World as Will and Representation", he argues that the individuals of a species do not have as much free will as is ordinarily thought, as the only will that matters is that of the species, which is to reproduce and carry on. Schopenhauer is very well-known for his radical stance on women, aesthetics, and rhetoric.

Today's computers are composing music that sounds "more Bach than Bach", turning photographs into paintings in the style of Van Gogh's Starry Night, and even writing screenplays. But are computers truly creative - or are they merely tools to be used by musicians, artists, and writers? Miller, an authority on creativity, identifies the key factors essential to the creative process, from "the need for introspection" to "the ability to discover the key problem." He talks to people on the cutting edge of artificial intelligence and explores the riches of computer-created art.

Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr. served as special assistant to President John F. Kennedy throughout his presidency—from the long and grueling campaign to Kennedy's tragic and unexpected assassination by Lee Harvey Oswald. In A Thousand Days, Schlesinger combines intimate knowledge as one of President Kennedy's inner circle with sweeping research and historic context to provide a look at one of the most legendary presidential administrations in American history.

A New York Times bestseller and “a passionate, urgent” (The New Yorker) examination of the growing inequality gap from the bestselling author of Bowling Alone: why fewer Americans today have the opportunity for upward mobility. Central to the very idea of America is the principle that we are...

A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court is an 1889 novel by American humorist and writer Mark Twain. The work is a very early example of time travel in literature, anticipating by six years H. G. Wells' The Time Machine of 1895 (however, unlike Wells, Twain does not give any real explanation of his protagonist's traveling in time). Some early editions are entitled A Yankee at the Court of King Arthur. (Summary by Wikipedia)

"Everybody gets so much information all day long that they lose their common sense." Gertrude Stein READ BY TOM BAIRD AND ARTHUR HOUSE. The world's a complex and bewildering place. Every day we are bombarded with far information than we can possibly hope to absorb. We don't have the time, energy...

A retelling of the classic Arthurian legends, this collection of twelve tales captures the grandeur, mystery, and moral depth of King Arthur’s court and the quest for the Holy Grail. Designed for young readers and educators, it brings timeless ideals to life.

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Step back in time to the 19th Century and immerse yourself in the enchanting tale of three friends navigating life at Rugby School. This captivating novel brings to life their mischievous pranks, heartfelt challenges, and triumphant victories, all while painting a vivid picture of school life during a fascinating era. A nostalgic journey for anyone who cherishes the memories of their own school days, this story is sure to resonate with readers of all ages. (Summary by KevinS)

Dive into the captivating history of the Normans in Europe, beginning with the fierce Viking invasions that emerged from the rugged terrains and deep fjords of Scandinavia. Author Johnson vividly explores how their legends of struggle and valor, featuring frost giants and the cunning Loki, encapsulated their dual passions for resilience and warfare. These adventurous warriors swept through England, Germany, and France, navigating the continent in their shallow-draft, half-decked ships. Wherever they ventured, they proved to be formidable fighters, visionary founders, and skilled administrators...

Can a country be a democracy if its government only responds to the preferences of the rich? In an ideal democracy, all citizens should have equal influence on government policy - but as this book demonstrates, America's policymakers respond almost exclusively to the preferences of the economically advantaged.

Dive into Ornaments in Jade, a mesmerizing collection of short narrative experiments by Arthur Machen. Within these ten ethereal tales, youll encounter a world where dreams blur with reality, inviting you into a realm that is both mysterious and lavishly imaginative. Summary by ChuckW.

PUBLISHERS NOTE On August 27, 1914, while in London, I jotted down a thought in my memorandum book Met Arthur Ransome at_____s; we discussed a potential book exploring the Russians relationship to the war through the lens of their psychological and folkloric backgrounds. Although that book never materialized, the ideas sparked during that conversation resonate throughout Ransomes insights on Russian matters. A versatile figure, Ransome is not only a respected biographer of Poe and Wilde but also a translator and commentator on Remy de Gourmont, and a devoted folklorist committed to uncovering ...

Join Arthur Young, an English agriculturist, as he embarks on an extraordinary journey to document the agricultural landscape of France, only to find himself swept into the tumult of the French Revolution. His vivid account of life in both the bustling capital and serene countryside during the pivotal years of 1787, 1788, and 1789 is filled with amusing travel mishaps and serves as a striking eyewitness narrative of a society on the edge of upheaval. From the opulent court of Versailles to quaint village backroads, immerse yourself in this remarkable chronicle of unfolding events, conspiracy ...

Your weekly dive into the world of payments, hosted by Arthur Bedel. Join us for intimate, educational, and fun conversations with Top Payment Leaders as we explore the latest trends, innovative payment products, and executive spotlights to uncover the stories behind overnight successes. Ready to connect the dots?

A history of African Americans in New York City from the 1910s to 1960, told through the life of Samuel Battle, the New York Police Department’s first black officer. When Samuel Battle broke the color line as New York City’s first African American cop in the second decade of the twentieth...

Step into the world of cultural clashes and time travel with a focus on the ironic and comedic twists of fate. This podcast explores the intriguing juxtaposition of modernity and medieval life, where ideas of technology, power, and societal norms collide. It's a space where the past meets the present in unexpected ways, sparking questions about progress and tradition. Each week, tune in to a different complete audiobook that captures these themes from various perspectives, time periods, and narrative styles. This is not a continuous story but a diverse collection showcasing the richness of ...

"ESC Made In France", un podcast français traitant de sujets autour de l'Eurovision fait par des fans pour les fans. Pour toutes informations : @escmadeinfrance sur Twitter. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

The writing of Death of a President, William Manchester's award-winning account of President Kennedy's assassination, is the topic of the title essay in this collection, as it was a controversy like few others, pitting one of the most prominent historians of the day against Jackie Kennedy, the most famous and private widow in the world. The essay provides an insider's account of the struggle to see the book published.