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Understanding Habermas: The Ideal Speech Community | by Hercules Bantas Feb. 04, 2012 | $1.99 | 2437 words | Sample 10% |
| This essay length guide examines Habermas's theory of the Ideal Speech Community, which is a combination of speech act theory and Kantian moral theory. Topics covered include a brief examination of critical theory and its origins, different types of speech acts and the validity claims they make, the world creation criteria that validate speech acts, and the principle of universalisation. | |||||
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Venus in Arms | by Criss Jami Feb. 01, 2012 | $3.99 | 6337 words | Sample 10% |
| Venus in Arms is Criss Jami's second book of poetry. It contains a total of 24 poems lit with Jami's original style of clever rhymes, witty wordplay, philosophical undertones, and classical references. | |||||
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Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile | by Criss Jami Feb. 01, 2012 | $4.99 | 16703 words | Sample 10% |
| Salomé: In Every Inch In Every Mile explores the philosophies of perspective and emotion that are often "swept under the rug" during a fast-paced era. With a wave of witty classical, mythological, biblical, and even modern references, it includes topics such as one's search for meaning by any means necessary, leaps of faith, self-sacrificial love, and sadistic lust. | |||||
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Secrets- The Law of Attraction | by Daniel Diaz Jan. 30, 2012 | $2.99 | 1842 words | Sample 20% |
| Have you ever wondered how to REALLY use the law of attraction? How do you use your energy to manipulate a problem, situation? How do you use your energy to get people to react the way you want them to? In this app we will go through a series of steps in properly applying your energy to attract those things you want. This Ebook will show you how to use your mind's eye. We will identify where the | |||||
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Existance. A short guide. | by Georgy Dolin Jan. 29, 2012 | $2.99 | 25892 words | Sample 20% |
| This book is for anyone who wants to understand himself, time and place where we live, and to learn what awaits us in the future. | |||||
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Rescuing Our Pride from the Arena Zero and Causing Sorrow for Tomorrow | by Mohamed Achour Jan. 29, 2012 | $9.99 | 36590 words | Sample 10% |
| As stated in the title, along its developmental curve, a superpower and hegemonic nation develops its own weaknesses. When those feeble points start being manifest on the surface, instead of facing the facts regarding its own weaknesses, such a nation becomes preoccupied with preserving its national pride, which ironically enough results in the development of even more weaknesses. | |||||
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It's Only Natural | by C. M. Truxler Jan. 29, 2012 | $5.99 | 1956 words | Sample 15% |
| It’s Only Natural is a collection of poetry delving into the many emotions, facets, and perceptions that connects the human experience to the world of nature. This collection shines a light on the joys, and sorrows of that natural experience. | |||||
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সমাজে বিজà§à¦žà¦¾à¦¨à§‡à¦° পà§à¦°à¦à¦¾à¦¬ [Impact of Science on Society] | by Suhreed Sarkar Jan. 27, 2012 | $2.99 | 31849 words | Sample 5% |
| The Impact of Science on Society is a great book by Bertrand Russell. This book is now in Bengali, translated by Suhreed Sarkar. | |||||
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The Creation and The Spirit | by Adriana Craciun Jan. 25, 2012 | $7.00 | 17629 words | Sample 20% |
| Life is wonderful and complex. This book is a collection of scientific proofs that I have managed to gather from the books I have read. The spirit exists; it is alive and eternal; God exists and He/She once created a perfect human race. Human beings have microcosmic structure and we all should vibrate by the rhythm of the Universe. | |||||
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Ontology: Studies in Christian Thought and Apologetic Applications | by Michael Robinson Jan. 24, 2012 | $7.99 | 14435 words | Sample 7% |
| Confrontational atheism is on the warpath. In recent years pop-atheists have written a steady stream of combative books belittling Christian theism. These authors are merely the leading edge of a larger movement that includes various E-atheists. In response, Mike Robinson, author of twenty books, delivers a fascinating defense of Christianity based upon the nature of God: His matchless ontology. | |||||
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The Passion of the Angel | by Suren Fant Jan. 23, 2012 | $0.99 | 5001 words | Sample 20% |
| He was only one who saw beauty around him. The others weren't like him and He began to wander about the forest, looking for the mystery of the creation. But one day He met a person who changed everything and He began to feel... | |||||
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Esoterica | by Terrence747 Jan. 22, 2012 | You set the price! | 43918 words | Sample 10% |
| A whimsical collection of parables and short stories that make philosophy accessible to the “everymanâ€. A valuable resource for opening the mind to a transcendent reality and eternal life. The official Esoterica of the “CoAB†- a movement designed to modernize religious thought and address existential questions of contemporary life. | |||||
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Messages from The Three Sisters, Volume 2 | by Gregory A. Kompes Jan. 20, 2012 | $5.99 | 40900 words | Sample 15% |
| Messages from The Three Sisters, Volume 2, is a compilation of over 340 messages shared by the nonphysical, eternal light beings, The Three Sisters, through their scribe, Gregory A. Kompes. These positive, uplifting messages explain our physical existence through the lens of Law of Attraction. | |||||
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Northern Wisdom - The Havamal, Tao of the North | by Eoghan Odinsson Jan. 18, 2012 | $7.99 | 23415 words | Sample 20% |
| Explore the Havamal - "Tao" of the Vikings The Orient has long shared its ancient wisdom, and so now do the Northmen. Northern Wisdom presents ancient Viking parables and knowledge in a delightfully accessible modern format. | |||||
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Rationally Speaking: Skeptical Essays on Reality as We Think We Know It. | by Massimo Pigliucci Jan. 16, 2012 | $5.00 | 65128 words | Sample 20% |
| Rationally Speaking is a blog about science, philosophy, politics and religion. This volume collects the first six years (2000-2005) of essays, penned by scientist and philosopher Massimo Pigliucci of the City University of New York. | |||||
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Consolatio. Pocieszenie dla Magdy | by Vagus Jan. 15, 2012 | $3.99 | 28372 words | Sample 5% |
| Ta niewielka praca, do której dołączone zostały również batuty filozoficzne, porusza problematykę cierpienia w życiu ludzkim, dla którego człowiek domaga się wyjaśnienia, i to nie tylko po to, aby je zrozumieć, ale też aby móc je godnie znosić. Zadaniem filozofii jest dostarczyć tego wyjaśnienia, aby człowiek mógł żyć i mógł umierać z godnością, a tak życie, jak i śmierć jego były sensowne. | |||||
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The Secret Power of Thoughts - Creative Meditation | by Maria Velika Jan. 14, 2012 | $1.99 | 16613 words | Sample 10% |
| Spiritual wisdom and enlightenment, through creative thoughts and meditation. Guided techniques for reality creation, deep relaxation, stress release, healing, inner peace and happiness. Mind control through thoughts monitoring exercises. Life changing knowledge, and personal empowerment. | |||||
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La Ciencia Del Yoga | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 13, 2012 | Free! | 11160 words | Read a sample |
| Este libro describe los métodos de los diferentes sistemas de Yoga: teórica y práctico | |||||
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Ciência Do Yoga | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 13, 2012 | Free! | 10160 words | Read a sample |
| Este livro descreve os métodos de vários sistemas de Yoga: teórica e prático | |||||
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Scienza Dello Yoga | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 12, 2012 | Free! | 10222 words | Read a sample |
| Questo libro descrive le modalità di vari sistemi di Yoga: teorico e pratico. | |||||
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Wissenschaft des Yoga | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 12, 2012 | Free! | 9836 words | Read a sample |
| Dieses Buch beschreibt die Methoden der verschiedenen Systeme des Yoga: sowohl theoretische als auch praktisch | |||||
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La Science Du Yoga | by Ratan Lal Basu Jan. 11, 2012 | Free! | 10714 words | Read a sample |
| Le livre décrit les divers systèmes de yoga - significations, théories et pratiques. | |||||
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God and Logic: Proof, Rationality and Theism | by Michael Robinson Jan. 10, 2012 | $11.95 | 29564 words | Sample 4% |
| In “God and Logic: Proof, Rationality and Theism,†Mike Robinson approaches the topic of logic using confident apologetics as he gives careful attention to crucial questions and concerns; including the relationship between God and logic, the existence of the true God, the power of the truth of the Trinity, and the problems inherent in atheism. Unique, informative, and very useful. | |||||
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The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: A Primer | by David Tuffley Jan. 10, 2012 | $2.99 | 15425 words | Sample 20% |
| The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is a perennial, belonging to a very special category of book that has but a few members out of the millions of books ever published; longevity. It has a simple, powerful message that is as fresh and useful today as it was nearly two thousand years ago. The greater the Truth, the more simply it can be put. Put it to work in your own life and live better. | |||||
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Black and Proud | by Dr. Christopher Handy, Ph.D. Jan. 05, 2012 | $1.00 | 7746 words | Sample 10% |
| Black and Proud is a collection of essays written by a minister that takes a bold and provocative look at the black experience in America seen through the eyes of a minister. | |||||
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Life in the Margins | by Ed Teja Dec. 31, 2011 | Free! | 2117 words | Read a sample |
| Poetry from a life played out in the margins of the mainstream world. | |||||
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Essential Philosophy: Problems of Life | by Raja Sharma Dec. 31, 2011 | $2.99 | 8665 words | Sample 20% |
| There are many philosophic logics which define life through their own way: Aristotle’s logic presents linear, one dimensional view of life. Likewise many other philosophers believe that logic is linear but actually they are following a fallacy because everything happening around us is present in paradoxes. | |||||
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Après le capitalisme : la primauté de l'Homme | by Lundi Dec. 30, 2011 | You set the price! | 1859 words | Sample 20% |
| Quatrième et dernier billet de notre série "Après le capitalisme" : après la primauté de la force et celle de la religion, la primauté de l'Homme ? Mais ne l'aurions-nous pas déjà vécu, fut-ce fugacement ? Sur quoi se base cette primauté ? Comment la faire renaître ? Quel peut-être le rôle de la France dans cette entreprise ? | |||||
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The Ethical Technologist | by David Tuffley Dec. 29, 2011 | $4.95 | 24891 words | Sample 20% |
| The Ethical Technologist is an exploration of what it is to be a change agent during this most dynamic period of human history. Ethical conduct in technology development comes down to a simple, two-part proposition; people must be told what the consequences of using a technology will be and give their informed consent, and secondly, that they must not be harmed by using it. | |||||
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Life, The Universe And You | by Virgil H Castleberry Dec. 29, 2011 | $0.99 | 17559 words | Sample 20% |
| A look into the nature of the Universe and how we fit into the grand scheme. | |||||
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The Thought Exchange | by David Friedman Dec. 29, 2011 | $4.99 | 133606 words | Sample 20% |
| Thought Exchange is a simple yet profound way of looking at the world, that allows us to understand and experience the truth about who we really are, where we really live, what we really want, and how to have that all the time. | |||||
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Readings for the Soul | by Dr. Christopher Handy, Ph.D. Dec. 27, 2011 | $2.00 | 54062 words | Sample 10% |
| Do Not Be Afraid to change your life and your world, I say Do Not Be Afraid. Emerging Christian Author Dr. Christopher D. Handy proudly announces the release of his newest book "Readings for the Soul", this powerful book shares encouraging messages of hope to empower people from all walks of life and the Church not to be afraid to reach out to your fellowman and make a difference in the world. | |||||
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Essential Philosophy: Happiness, Relationships, and Sex | by Raja Sharma Dec. 27, 2011 | $2.99 | 12766 words | Sample 20% |
| You don’t miss a particular thing until you have become addicted to it. Same is with sex and drugs. I tell you to fall in love, enjoy sex, but never be addicted to it because it is going to be very painful if you are unable to fulfill your desire at the required time. | |||||
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Essential Philosophy: Divinity In Love | by Raja Sharma Dec. 24, 2011 | $2.99 | 7632 words | Sample 20% |
| Your knowledge, your experiences in life, and some other circumstantial causes may have compelled you to think that loneliness and peace are the essential things which you need the most at all cost. | |||||
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Essential Philosophy: Flow With Life | by Raja Sharma Dec. 23, 2011 | $2.99 | 11414 words | Sample 20% |
| You continue to ask questions but here you miss the point. You begin to live in the world of theories, assumptions, and your conclusions. I have a rat in my shop. At night, if I am working late, I often see that rat come out of its hiding. When it first appeared, I did not pay much attention. | |||||
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Essential Philosophy: Are You Afraid of Death? | by Raja Sharma Dec. 22, 2011 | $2.99 | 11373 words | Sample 20% |
| I am amazed to see the Yogi Gurus who teach people how to breathe properly: inhale deeply like this, hold your breath for a while, exhale deeply, and hold your breath for a while. Do I have to learn how to breathe now? | |||||
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Mays Window | by Craig Reger Dec. 21, 2011 | $5.99 | 36815 words | Sample 5% |
| A true Story....Olivia May is a young girl who has a unique view of the world. Olivia will take you down a winding road of tantalizing possibilities with her literary independence and her unbent morality. Has Olivia's rope of destiny been determined or can she combat her dire physical position with the regenerative power of her mind and the regenerative mercy of her God and her family. | |||||
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2012 Rite of Way | by Dana Kokla Dec. 21, 2011 | $1.99 | 14400 words | Sample 20% |
| The only 2012 book published with actual World Predictions, 2012 Rite of Way is a panic free and spiritual guide to year 2012, making it a must read for any who wish to move forward into the New Age. Proving that the world will not end on 21st December 2012, world events are predicted including, earthquakes and eruptions, an important peace treaty, birth and a major discovery. | |||||
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The Gift of Originality | by Justine Hart Dec. 20, 2011 | $5.99 | 37199 words | Sample 15% |
| There can be no greater gift than originality, or the new expression of creativity and evolvement all over the world. As individuals we possess originality, which initiates personal thought and action. This is a practical guidebook, offering an in-depth look at how a reality may be created. New inspiration may be discovered by completing the exercises. | |||||
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Essential Philosophy: Live Before You Die | by Raja Sharma Dec. 20, 2011 | $2.99 | 13194 words | Sample 20% |
| If you think I am going to give you the methods of better living, you are wrong. I am not a religious preacher, a salesman of philosophy, or a traditional teacher from a school or college. I don't want you to change in any way. | |||||
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Wisdom on How to Live Life: Transforming Earth into Heaven | by Tommy S. W. Wong Dec. 19, 2011 | $9.50 | 14997 words | Sample 15% |
| This book contains a story of a young man, Tom, who had conversations with two gurus, Dick and Harry. Guru Dick epitomizes someone from a worldly society who emphasized on the importance of money and power. Guru Harry epitomizes someone from a spiritual society who offered an alternative way of living which can lead to peace, love, joy and harmony. | |||||
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Atlantis and the Atlanteans | by Vladimir Antonov Dec. 19, 2011 | $4.99 | 14341 words | Sample 20% |
| This book provides information about the spiritual life in Atlantis. It includes, in particular, excerpts from conversations with former Atlanteans, who worked and developed during their incarnations on that continent. The main value of the book is a description of the methodology of spiritual development. | |||||
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Eternal Beginning | by Christine Cunningham Dec. 18, 2011 | $0.99 | 3720 words | Sample 15% |
| Are you questioning the life you are living? What purpose do emotions serve? Put the spark back into your life for each moment is an Eternal Beginning! | |||||
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Freedom From God: Restoring the Sense of Wonder | by Harry Willson Dec. 16, 2011 | $5.99 | 57604 words | Sample 20% |
| Thinking Aloud Allowed! Thinking about God went into a black hole in the '60s with "God Is Dead." Fundamentalism doesn't count, because there's no thinking there. Here's a book that goes all the way into that black hole and comes out the far end -- into liberation. This challenge is for persons who can read and like to think, and can still sense wonder. The fresh air is wonderful! | |||||
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Tantra Cult | by Ratan Lal Basu Dec. 16, 2011 | Free! | 2245 words | Read a sample |
| There are many misgivings and superstitions around the Tantra Cult. This booklet attempts a scientific analysis and explanation of the Tantra Cult as originated in India and practiced now a days in various forms all over the world. | |||||
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Demystifying Confucianism | by Yoko Miyamoto Dec. 13, 2011 | $4.99 | 80029 words | Sample 20% |
| Demystifying Confucianism explains Confucianism through classic novels. People of East Asia learn Confucian morality first through stories, rather than through the Analects. By introducing and explaining the classic stories and their relevance in the contemporary society, Demystifying Confucianism offers an easier way to understand East Asian culture. | |||||
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Mahayana Buddhism in Translation 3: Paramarthastava or Hymn of the Supreme Reality | by Joshua Norager Dec. 10, 2011 | $0.99 | 1610 words | Sample 10% |
| A translation of the Paramarthastava, attributed to the Buddhist philosophy of emptiness Nagarjuna Acharya, founder of the Madhyamika school. It consists of 11 verses of praise (stuti) to the Buddha in his supramundane aspect as transcending all concepts --- a classic of Buddhist literature, relevant alike to Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana), Mahamudra, Dzogchen, Ch'an, Zen or any adherents of Nondual | |||||
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LOREM IPSUM | by Juna Firmansyah Dec. 09, 2011 | Free! | 2073 words | Read a sample |
| Biarkan perahu kehidupanmu menjadi ringan, ambil hanya yang perlukan, seseorang yang kau cintai dan mencintaimu, satu atau dua sahabat, rumah nyaman serta hiburan sederhana, seekor kucing, sandang dan pangan terpenuhi kemudian sediakan banyak air lebih dari cukup karena dahaga itu berbahaya. | |||||
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The Enchiridion of Epictetus | by David Tuffley Dec. 08, 2011 | $2.99 | 14358 words | Sample 20% |
| The Enchiridion of Epictetus is a classic Stoic text, now written in modern English. Long considered an excellent manual of practical philosophy, you can apply it beneficially to your everyday life. The timeless message of the Enchiridion is as practical today as it was in ancient Greece. Perhaps this is where the it gets its enduring power and long-life. It really does work, start using it today. | |||||
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Buddhism in Translation 11 - Hymn of the Incomparable Buddha, a translation of the Niraupamyastava | by Joshua Norager Dec. 07, 2011 | $0.99 | 2722 words | Sample 10% |
| The Niraupamyastava or Hymn of the Peerless (Buddha) by Acharya Nagarjuna (with notes) --- 25 verses written by the Buddhist sage & philosopher Nagarjuna on the subject of Emptiness --- a classic of Buddhist literature, relevant alike to Tibetan Buddhism (Vajrayana), Mahamudra, Dzogchen, Ch'an, Zen or any adherents of Nonduality, translated from the Sanskrit by Joshua Norager | |||||