07.11.2020

“Burning the Books: A History of Knowledge Under Attack” by Richard Ovenden

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"Burning the Books: A History of Knowledge Under Attack" by Richard Ovenden
"Opening with the notorious bonfires of 'un-German' and Jewish literature in 1933 that offered such a clear signal of Nazi intentions, Burning the Books takes us on a 3000-year journey through the destruction of knowledge and the fight against all the odds to preserve it. Richard Ovenden, director of the world-famous Bodleian Library, explains how attacks on libraries and archives have been a feature of history since ancient times but have increased in frequency and intensity during the modern era. Libraries are far more than stores of literature, through preserving the legal documents such as Magna Carta and records of citizenship, they also support the rule of law and the rights of citizens. Today, the...>>
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07.11.2020

“The Dream of Reality: Heinz von Foerster’s Constructivism” by Lynn Segal (2nd edition)

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"The Dream of Reality: Heinz von Foerster’s Constructivism" by Lynn Segal (2nd edition)
"What if there were no objective facts, no objective truth, only our belief in them? What if our consciousness itself is an unconscious invention, constructed out of logic and language? In this thought-provoking volume, Lynn Segal describes how the ideas of Heinz von Foerster compel us to explore the question "Do we discover the world or do we invent it?". He suggests that we must first know how we think before we can claim knowledge of the world. While Constructivism may seem relevant only to those in the cognitive sciences, it is, in fact, highly relevant to everyone. Paradoxically, grasping the limits of our own understanding can free us to live more creative and...>>
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05.11.2020

“Tai Chi: A practical approach to the ancient Chinese movement for health and well-being” by Angus Clark (The Illustrated Elements of Tai Chi)

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"Tai Chi: A practical approach to the ancient Chinese movement for health and well-being" by Angus Clark (The Illustrated Elements of Tai Chi)
"Tai Chi is a movement practice firmly rooted in Chinese culture and philosophy. The Illustrated Elements of Tai Chi is a beautifully photographed, informative and practical guide to the life-enhancing practice of the short form of Tai Chi. Extensively researched and clearly explained this comprehensive guide includes: History, origins and philosophy of Tai Chi Basic principles – movement and the body Life energies – meridians and the 7 major chakras Mind, movement and focus A step-by-step guide to the complete movement sequence Other important aspects of the art of Tai Chi Tai Chi for life, health and leisure Angus Clark offers a fully comprehensive interpretation of the short form of Tai Chi, presented in a style that is easy to follow and...>>
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05.11.2020

“A History Of Secret Societies” by Arkon Daraul

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"A History Of Secret Societies" by Arkon Daraul
"Secret societies have existed for thousands of years. But what are they? Why do they exist? And who joins them? Through painstaking research Arkon Daraul reveals the dark world of secret societies. From the deadly Assassins to the Skoptsy of Russia, the Rosicrucians to the Roshaniya, as well as many more, Daraul uncovers their foundations, what we know about them and whether they continue to exist. Daraul’s work is fascinating account of secret societies from across the entire globe, bringing light to what has so frequently been hidden from view. Arkon Daraul was the pen name of Idries Shah who was an author and teacher. He was born in India, descended from Afghan nobles but grew up and...>>
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