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La Alabanza de la estupidez es la más célebre de las obras del filósofo Erasmo de Rotterdam. Impreso por vez primera en 1511, se trata de uno de los ensayos que mayor influencia ha ejercido en la cultura occidental, así como uno de los catalizadores de la reforma protestante del siglo XVI encabezada por Martín Lutero. Mediante un tono burlesco e irónico y una crudeza sagaz e hiriente, Erasmo da voz a la propia estupidez para que sea ella quien haga apología de sus utilidades, criticando a su vez los usos de la razón.

Entdecken Sie eine neue Ebene der Inspiration und Insight mit der neuen Hörbuchversion der "Meditationen" von Marcus Aurelius. Mit der meisterhaften Erzählweise von Rob Hackemesser wird dieser zeitlose Klassiker auf eine Weise zum Leben erweckt, die fesselnd, inspirierend und einprägsam ist. In den "Meditationen", einem der wichtigsten Werke der stoischen Philosophie, reflektiert Marcus Aurelius über das Leben, die menschliche Natur, die Tugenden und die Rolle des Individuums in der Gesellschaft.

From self-realization and self-promotion to self-help and the selfie, the modern world encourages us to be self-obsessed. We are even told that finding ourselves is the key to happiness. Better to lose yourself! More than 2,500 years ago, the Buddha argued that the self is an illusion—and that our belief in it is the cause of most, if not all, of our suffering. How to Lose Yourself presents lively, accessible, and expert new translations of ancient Buddhist writings about the central, unique, and powerful Buddhist teaching of "no-self."

This modern translation sheds new light on Marcus Aurelius' reflections, making them more accessible and relatable to today's audience. Whether you're grappling with the complexities of daily life or seeking a deeper understanding of your place in the world, this book offers timeless guidance. Why is "Meditations" such an important text? It transcends time and culture, offering invaluable lessons on self-discipline, inner peace, and resilience.

What could be more essential than the discovery and analysis of self, the composite of that consciousness which constitutes one's whole being? This book of sound logic presents revealingly and in entirety the four phases of human living: The Mysteries, The Technique, The Pitfalls, and Attainment. Do you not, at times, entertain the question as to whether you are living your life to your best advantage?

Start your listening journey today. “Meditations” provides not just philosophical wisdom, but a roadmap to living a fulfilling and thoughtful life. Let this journey of self-discovery enrich your life.

Introducing a brand new translation of Marcus Aurelius's timeless work, "Meditation," accompanied by insightful commentary from the author including a full index of historical figures mentioned in the text and a seldom seen testimony from Aurelius to the Roman Senate. This edition offers a fresh perspective on the philosophical musings of the ancient Roman emperor, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of his wisdom and teachings. With clear and engaging language, this translation and commentary bring the profound insights of Marcus Aurelius to life for contemporary audiences.

Life is unpredictable. Challenges arise, setbacks happen, and uncertainty is inevitable. But while you may not control what happens, you can control how you respond. Imagine facing uncertainty without fear, setbacks without frustration, and loss without despair. This book will show you how to shift your focus from what you can’t control to what you can—your thoughts, actions, and perspective.

Centuries before anyone ever thought of keeping a gratitude journal, the Aztecs understood the profound value of being grateful. For generations, specially trained Aztec public speakers presented traditional dialogues at marriages, births, funerals, government ceremonies, and other important occasions.

عد الفيلسوف الفرنسي فرانسوا ماري آروويه المعروف باسم فولتير من أبرز رموز حركة التنوير في أوروبا ومن أكثر من ساهموا في تمهيد الطريق للثورة الفرنسية من خلال نقده الحاد والجريء للواقع الاجتماعي والسياسي والديني الذي كانت تعانيه أوروبا آنذاك. فقد وجه سهام نقده اللاذع نحو فساد رجال الدين واستغلالهم لمناصبهم في ترسيخ الطغيان ونشر الإرهاب الفكري وقمع الحريات وتكريس التخلف والبؤس والمعاناة بين الشعوب. من بين أعظم أعماله يبرز كتابه الشهير "الرسائل الفلسفية" والذي يعتبر وثيقة فكرية وتاريخية فريدة من نوعها.

Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BCE) was one of the most influential figures in late republican Rome, a moment of great social, political, and cultural unrest that would lead to the transition from republic to empire. Cicero was a statesman who held the highest political office, the consulship, and then suffered politically motivated exile. His career was grounded in his continued success as an orator: his speeches were famous during his lifetime and, together with his rhetorical treatises, shaped the practice and theory of public speaking for centuries to come.

From Socrates' fascinating discussions of morality and virtue to Pythagoras' attempts to understand the arrangement of the cosmos, the thinkers of the ancient world provided us with an astonishing array of ideas that has helped to shape the modern world.

For 2,500 years, Western civilization's brightest minds have been having terrible ideas and convincing everyone else they're profound wisdom. From Plato's reality-denying Forms to postmodernism's truth-denying everything, philosophers have turned the act of being human into a complicated nightmare. This book exposes the nonsense that passes for profound wisdom in philosophy departments worldwide. You'll learn to spot bad ideas before they ruin your worldview, understand why smart people believe stupid things, and discover why that one philosophy major at every party is always so insufferable.

What happens when someone sounds wise—but isn’t? In Sophist, Plato takes us into a thoughtful and eye-opening conversation about truth, falsehood, and the power of language.

The Enchiridion is among the latest books of Augustin.

Dans ce second et dernier volume dédié à l'histoire romaine, l'immense Isaac Asimov emmène ses lecteurs à travers les quatre siècles durant lesquels Rome assura son hégémonie sur le monde occidental, apportant la paix à une centaine de millions de personnes, tout en développant deux des plus conséquents héritages de l'Antiquité : le droit et le christianisme. Se plaçant en chroniqueur lucide, Asimov, au moyen d'anecdotes savoureuses et d'apartés, relie la grande histoire, celle des batailles et des empereurs, à la « petite », celle du quotidien et des masses anonymes.

Courting Athena is a short introduction into this amazing subject. However, unlike many other introductions to philosophy (which, at times, can be sterile, boring, and overwhelming), this book is written with the average listener in mind. It is a short, accessible, and engaging invitation that will teach you how to think more clearly about the world around you.

Michael Alan Prestwood's new book, "30 Philosophers: A New Look at Timeless Ideas," delves into the collective wisdom of humanity. Tracing our journey through history, this book harnesses the insights of 30 anchor philosophers to illuminate fourscore of pivotal ideas—80 steppingstones towards the future. These touchstones span the evolution of human thought from 2600 BCE to the present, offering a pathway across the murky waters of our past. Journey with these 80 touchstones and harness our best accumulated knowledge to forge a deeper understanding of our world.

Paleophilosophy: The Dawn of Thought is a book that restores to us the forgotten dignity of ancient humanity. It makes a simple and radical claim: philosophy is older than cities, temples, and alphabets; it begins not with libraries, but with silence around the fire, with palms pressed against stone, with the rhythm of the dance, with the care given to the dead, and with dreams in which humankind first encountered the “other.

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