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Author: Keith L Wright Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1456777815 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 249
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A hundred years ago in civilised Britain a man could sell his wife at the local market for 5/-. In the last hundred years machines have taken over many of the manual tasks once performed physically by men. Indeed many women now undertake the jobs once preserved for men only. In schooling, girls frequently perform better than boys. In relationships, it can often be the woman who runs the family accounts and provides the income. This book, in fictional terms, explores the world where women have gone beyond equal rights and evolved into the dominant gender, leaving men behind mentally and socially. The man in the story, David, largely enjoys being married to a senior executive with his only function in life to please his wife. He is a man and therefore has no real use in society other than to please women. One day his life is changed and he is forced into a world for which he is totally unprepared. How he deals with it and the effect it has on him is probably why this is only a work of fiction and although a hundred years ago one gender was totally dominant it is unlikely this will ever happen again. The book will in parts shock you, it may make you laugh but certainly it will make you think
Author: Keith L Wright Publisher: AuthorHouse ISBN: 1456777815 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 249
Book Description
A hundred years ago in civilised Britain a man could sell his wife at the local market for 5/-. In the last hundred years machines have taken over many of the manual tasks once performed physically by men. Indeed many women now undertake the jobs once preserved for men only. In schooling, girls frequently perform better than boys. In relationships, it can often be the woman who runs the family accounts and provides the income. This book, in fictional terms, explores the world where women have gone beyond equal rights and evolved into the dominant gender, leaving men behind mentally and socially. The man in the story, David, largely enjoys being married to a senior executive with his only function in life to please his wife. He is a man and therefore has no real use in society other than to please women. One day his life is changed and he is forced into a world for which he is totally unprepared. How he deals with it and the effect it has on him is probably why this is only a work of fiction and although a hundred years ago one gender was totally dominant it is unlikely this will ever happen again. The book will in parts shock you, it may make you laugh but certainly it will make you think
Author: Geoffrey Lloyd Publisher: OUP Oxford ISBN: 0191558443 Category : Philosophy Languages : en Pages : 234
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Geoffrey Lloyd engages in a wide-ranging exploration of what we can learn from the study of ancient civilisations that is relevant to fundamental problems, both intellectual and moral, that we still face today. How far is it possible to arrive at an understanding of alien systems of belief? Is it possible to talk meaningfully of 'science' and of its various constituent disciplines, 'astronomy', 'geography', 'anatomy', and so on, in the ancient world? Are logic and its laws universal? Is there one ontology - a single world - to which all attempts at understanding must be considered to be directed? When we encounter apparently very different views of reality, how far can that be put down to a difference in conceptions of what needs explaining, or of what counts as an explanation, or to different preferred modes of reasoning or styles of inquiry? Do the notions of truth and belief represent reliable cross-cultural universals? In another area, what can ancient history teach us about today's social and political problems? Are the discourses of human nature and of human rights universally applicable? What political institutions do we need to help secure equity and justice within nation states and between them? Lloyd sets out to answer all these questions, and to convince us that the science and culture of ancient Greece and China provide precious resources to advance modern debates.
Author: Can Bartu H Publisher: Independently Published ISBN: Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 0
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Welcome to the world of "Futuristic Reflections: Science Fiction and Reality." In this captivating book, we invite you to explore the intricate relationship between science fiction and the real world, where dreams of the future intersect with tangible technological advancements. Science fiction has been the catalyst for some of the most astonishing breakthroughs in history. From the visionary tales of space exploration to the ethical dilemmas of genetic engineering, science fiction has not only entertained us but has also profoundly influenced our society and culture. It has sparked the imaginations of scientists, engineers, and innovators, leading to the creation of technologies that once seemed purely fictional. As you journey through the pages of this book, you will encounter a meticulously curated collection of topics that bridge the gap between science fiction and our current reality. Each chapter delves into specific themes, such as the rise of artificial intelligence, the potential of interplanetary travel, the promise of renewable energy, and the ethical implications of gene editing. We will explore how science fiction has inspired and informed the development of real-world technologies, from smart homes and virtual realities to the emergence of electric vehicles and beyond. Through insightful analyses and captivating examples, we will demonstrate how the wildest ideas of science fiction have materialized into tangible progress. But beyond the technology lies the essence of human imagination. We will examine how science fiction has challenged us to question our existence, contemplate the limits of the universe, and ponder the ethical considerations that arise as we venture further into uncharted territories. This book is more than just a celebration of the genre; it is a testament to the power of ideas and the potential of our collective vision. As you immerse yourself in the compelling narratives and enlightening discoveries, we hope that you will be inspired to embrace curiosity, foster innovation, and recognize the impact of science fiction on the world we live in. So, dear readers, fasten your seatbelts and prepare to embark on an awe-inspiring journey through the realms of science fiction and reality. Together, let us venture into the uncharted frontiers of progress, where imagination knows no bounds, and the future is limited only by the depths of our creativity. With great anticipation, we invite you to join us in the thrilling exploration of "Futuristic Reflections: Science Fiction and Reality." Happy reading and may your horizons expand!
Author: Sam Coulter-Smith Publisher: Merrion Press ISBN: 1788551648 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 251
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For over 275 years, the Rotunda Hospital has been at the forefront of maternity services in Ireland. In Delivering the Future: Reflections of a Rotunda Master, Sam Coulter-Smith celebrates the history of the hospital, with a particular focus on the last thirty years, and explains why voluntary hospitals, with their ability to lead, adapt, research, and provide the best clinical services to their patients, play a vital role in maintaining and improving standards in our health service. Along with personal stories from a professional life that has revolved around the Rotunda, Prof. Coulter-Smith explores the recent developments in the Irish hospital service, particularly on the back of the Covid-19 pandemic, and how the independence of Ireland’s surviving voluntary hospitals is being stealthily eroded by current government policy and HSE controls, to the detriment of the entire health service. He also examines what we can learn from how our health service has been managed in the past and questions how we can use this learning to plan for a better future.
Author: José Ignacio Galparsoro Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media ISBN: 9462092966 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 174
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To naturalists, there is no such thing as complete justification for any claim, and so requiring complete warrant for naturalist proposals is an unreasonable request. The proper guideline for naturalist proposals seems thus clear: develop it using the methods of science; if this leads to a fruitful stance, then explicate and reassess. The resulting offer will exhibit virtuous circularity if its explanatory feedback loop involves critical reassessment as the explanations it encompasses play out. So viewed, naturalism is a philosophical perspective that seeks to unite in a virtuous circle the natural sciences and non-foundationalist, broadly-based empiricism. Other common lines of antinaturalist complaint are that naturalization efforts seem fruitful only in some areas, also that several endeavors outside the sciences serve as sources of knowledge into human life and the human condition, especially in areas where science does not reach terribly far as yet. It seems hard not to grant some truth to many allegories from literature, art and some religions. Naturalism has room for knowledge gathered outside science, provided the imported claims satisfy also by naturalistic methods. Naturalism and the debate about its scope and limits thrive on discrepancy. We hope that, collectively, the selected essays that follow will give a fair view of the vitality and tribulations of naturalism as a variegated contemporary philosophical perspective.
Author: Mark A. Abramson Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1538121719 Category : Political Science Languages : en Pages : 264
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In recognition of its 20th anniversary, The IBM Center for the Business of Government offers a retrospective of the most significant changes in government management during that period and looks forward over the next 20 years to offer alternative scenarios as to what government management might look like by the year 2040. Part I will discuss significant management improvements in the federal government over the past 20 years, based in part on a crowdsourced survey of knowledgeable government officials and public administration experts in the field. It will draw on themes and topics examined in the 350 IBM Center reports published over the past two decades. Part II will outline alternative scenarios of how government might change over the coming 20 years. The scenarios will be developed based on a series of envisioning sessions which are bringing together practitioners and academics to examine the future. The scenarios will be supplemented with short essays on various topics. Part II will also include essays by winners of the Center’s Challenge Grant competition. Challenge Grant winners will be awarded grants to identify futuristic visions of government in 2040. Contributions by Mark A. Abramson, David A. Bray, Daniel J. Chenok, Lee Feldman, Lora Frecks, Hollie Russon Gilman, Lori Gordon, John M. Kamensky, Michael J. Keegan, W. Henry Lambright, Tad McGalliard, Shelley H. Metzenbaum, Marc Ott, Sukumar Rao, and Darrell M. West.
Author: Ivana Greguric Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing ISBN: 152750252X Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 170
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This book examines philosophical aspects of the future of man and humanity, focusing on questioning what is and what constitutes “being human” in the face of scientific and technological developments and possible coexistence with machines and artificial intelligence. In this sense, the contribution of these authors is the establishment of a new discipline that analyses our technological future, which may be populated by enhanced cyborgs, avatars, and autonomous robots. This scientific-technological future brings about practically inconceivable social and philosophical consequences. Thus, this book answers the questions: What are the ethical and ontological issues and assumptions we make about humans and how will these change with time? Moreover, how should we think of human existence in this new and emerging world?
Author: Luo Xiaoming Publisher: Taylor & Francis ISBN: 1000876489 Category : Literary Criticism Languages : en Pages : 207
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The book highlights the urban imagination in contemporary Chinese science fiction, in order to assess the capacity of Chinese society to conceive of the future. The author argues that ‘the future’ is a set of directional and normative ideas that forms the basis of the entire social mobilization mechanism in China, while the capacity to imagine the future is likely to be produced in response to the present challenges. By discussing the urban space, the reconstruction of time, the infrastructure, and concepts of the 'urban-rural' and civilization in contemporary Chinese science fiction, she demonstrates how contemporary Chinese sci-fi may offer potential solutions to ways of ‘unlocking’ the future. In addition, she also points out the limitations of Chinese society’s imaginative vision of the future. The book will be of interest to scholars and postgraduate students of modern Chinese literature, science fiction studies, urban studies, or cultural studies.
Author: Fred Saberhagen Publisher: Baen Publishing Enterprises ISBN: 1618247999 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 505
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A Classic Novel of Adventure in Time and Alternate Worlds by a Best-Selling Master of Science Fiction¾Plus Stories Set in the Same Universe by David Weber, Harry Turtledove, Walter John Williams, Jane Lindskold, John Maddox Roberts and More Top Writers. Mike Gabrielis brother Tom had mysteriously disappeared after gaining pos- session of a priceless Aztec artifact. Mike sets out to find his brother, never suspecting that he is about to be shuttled back and forth in time, and between alternate universes. The descendants of the Incas plan to keep Pizarro and his conquistadors from overthrowing their ancestors empire. In spite of Mikes sympathy for their cause, if he helps them he may wipe out the world he was born into, and himself along with it. In addition to Fred Saberhagens classic novel The Mask of the Sun, seven top writers have contributed stories set in the same universe, including NY Times best-selling authors David Weber and Harry Turtledove. expanding on Fred Saberhagens concept in this volume of exciting alternate history adventure. At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).
Author: Keith L Wright
Author: Keith L Wright
Author: Geoffrey Lloyd
Author: Can Bartu H
Author: Sam Coulter-Smith
Author: José Ignacio Galparsoro
Author: Mark A. Abramson
Author: Ivana Greguric
Author: Luo Xiaoming
Author: Gilbert Crokatt
Author: Fred Saberhagen