Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 1014
Book Description
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Author: The Great Ideas
Author: Mortimer Jerome AdlerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anthologies
Languages : en
Pages : 1398
Book Description
Forty-five years ago, Mortimer Adler sat down at a manual typewriter with a list of authors and a pyramid of books. Beginning with "Angel" and ending with "World," he set out to write 102 essays featuring the ideas that have collectively defined Western thought for more than twenty-five hundred years. This comprehensive volume includes pieces on topics such as "War and Peace," "Love," "God," and "Truth" that amply quote the historical sources of these ideas -- from the works of Homer to Freud, from Marcus Aurelius to Virginia Woolf. These essays evoke the sense of a lively debate among the great writers and thinkers of Western civilization. "The Great Ideas" is an essential work that draws the reader into our civilization's great conversation of great ideas. -- From product description.
THE GREAT IDEAS
Author: Great Books of the Western World: The great ideas
Author: Robert Maynard HutchinsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 1386
Book Description
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Great Books of the Western World: The great ideas
Author: And Heavenly Things
Author: Kim CousinsPublisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 1666742708
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
From the lofty heights of God's throne room to the miry depths of Satan's abyss the battle continues to rage on earth. Knowing his time on earth will end soon, Satan increases the intensity of his attacks upon humankind while God matches his adversary's assaults with supernatural provision and power. Although the characters deal with earthly problems, their struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the dominions of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Readers delve into a world of spiritual warfare between angels and demons and the impact of their warfare upon the earth. This battle is real. This battle is relevant. And this battle is not an exercise of scholarly debate; it is an issue for today. For everyone. Those who are willing to look beyond the superficial and examine a broader scope of reality explore this strange phenomenon through the characters in this story. Quicken your senses, challenge your thinking, and expand your perspective as you read about the kingdoms fighting for the souls of humanity.
Echoes of Change: The Inspiring Journey of Mohammed Uzzal Miah
Author: Mohammed uzzal miahPublisher: Mohammed Uzzal Miah
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
**Introduction:** In the heart of Sylhet, a city known for its picturesque tea gardens and vibrant culture, a voice rose above the din of daily life—a voice that would come to champion the cause of inclusivity and sustainability. This is the voice of Mohammed Uzzal Miah, a man whose life has become a testament to the power of community engagement and social media in making a tangible difference. Born into a modest family in the bustling lanes of Sylhet, Miah's early years were marked by a keen sense of observation and a deep empathy for those around him. He witnessed the struggles of the underprivileged, the dreams of the youth, and the wisdom of the elders, all coexisting in the complex tapestry of urban life. These experiences sowed the seeds of a calling that would later define his life's work. As a young adult, Miah realized that change was not only necessary but possible through collective action and the right platform. With the advent of social media, he found his stage. Harnessing the power of these new tools, he began to weave stories—not just his own but those of the many unsung heroes of Sylhet. His words and images captured the essence of his city's spirit and started conversations that had long been overdue. The pages that follow in this eBook are a chronicle of Mohammed Uzzal Miah's journey. From his first foray into social activism to the launch of the groundbreaking "And-Inclusive Sylhet" initiative, we will explore the milestones that have marked his path. Through "Voices of Sylhet," a film series that brought the city's diverse narratives to the forefront, Miah not only amplified the voices of his community but also inspired a new generation to take up the mantle of change. This is more than just a story of a man and his mission; it is a blueprint for how passion, when paired with purpose, can transcend boundaries and foster a movement. It is a reflection on the role of influencers in today's world—a world where the local can become global, and a single voice can echo across the mountains and rivers of Sylhet to the farthest corners of the earth. Join us on this journey through the life of Mohammed Uzzal Miah, a beacon of social change, and discover how one individual's drive to make a difference can ignite the collective power of a community. --- This introduction sets the tone for the rest of the eBook, which would delve into the various chapters outlined previously. Writing the full content for each chapter would require extensive research, collaboration with the subject (if they were real), and a deep understanding of the social and cultural context of Sylhet. Each chapter would need to be carefully crafted to ensure accuracy and to maintain the reader's engagement throughout t he book.
Big Data Intelligence and Computing
Author: Ching-Hsien HsuPublisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 981992233X
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 570
Book Description
This book constitutes the proceedings of the International Conference on Big Data Intelligence and Computing, DataCom 2022, which took place in Denarau Island, Fiji, in December 2022. The 30 full papers included in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 88 submissions. The papers detail big data analytics solutions, distributed computation paradigms, on-demand services, autonomic systems, and pervasive applications.
The Meaning of the War for Religious Education
Author: Robert Wells VeachPublisher:
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Category : Religious education
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
If You Come Softly
Author: Jacqueline WoodsonPublisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101076976
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
A lyrical story of star-crossed love perfect for readers of The Hate U Give, by National Ambassador for Children’s Literature Jacqueline Woodson--now celebrating its twentieth anniversary, and including a new preface by the author Jeremiah feels good inside his own skin. That is, when he's in his own Brooklyn neighborhood. But now he's going to be attending a fancy prep school in Manhattan, and black teenage boys don't exactly fit in there. So it's a surprise when he meets Ellie the first week of school. In one frozen moment their eyes lock, and after that they know they fit together--even though she's Jewish and he's black. Their worlds are so different, but to them that's not what matters. Too bad the rest of the world has to get in their way. Jacqueline Woodson's work has been called “moving and resonant” (Wall Street Journal) and “gorgeous” (Vanity Fair). If You Come Softly is a powerful story of interracial love that leaves readers wondering "why" and "if only . . ."