Alain Badiou is rapidly emerging as one of the most radical and influential philosophers of our time. Badiou opposes the contemporary reduction of philosophy to nothing but a matter of language and premature announcements of the end of philosophy and thus sets himself against both analytic and continental modes of philosophy. Setting the traditional platonic concerns of philosophy, truth and being, against the modern sophists of postmodernism, Badiou has articulated a powerful systematic philosophy with profound ethical and political consequences.
Karl Marx is a revolutionary. He is not alone. It is November 1849 and London is full of them: a bunch of fanatical dreamers trying to change the world. Persecuted by a tyrannical housekeeper and ignored by his sexually liberated wife, Marx immerses himself in his writing, believing that his book on capital is the surest way of ushering in the workers' revolution and his family out of poverty. But when a mysterious figure begins to take an obsessive interest in his work Marx's revolutionary journey takes an unexpected turn... Marx Returns combines historical fiction, psychological mystery, philosophy, differential calculus and extracts from Marx and Engels's collected works to reimagine the life and times of one of history's most exceptional minds, in this next fiction offering from Zero Books.
These six short stories will take you on a twist-filled journey through the horror and tragedy of human vulnerability.Ain't Nobody Smokes a Marlboro in Boston - Alex is back home after concluding his studies in Boston, but he resents his Midwestern roots. Can a construction worker help Alex mend his relationship with his father before it becomes irreconcilable?The Shadow Ambler - On a rainy night, Jacob and Eric decide to rent a movie. Little do they know they're about to come face-to-face with a frightening small-town legend.Last Match - When Danny has a chance to beat his bedridden grandfather at checkers for the first time ever, he realizes it may be a victory he never forgets, no matter how much he wishes he could.Anniversary - Alberto seeks some quiet time in the dark depths of a Madrid park after breaking up with his girlfriend. Instead, he finds an attractive older woman celebrating a peculiar sort of anniversary.Arantxa's Song - Arantxa is a high-ranking business executive who has learned to hold back her emotions. But when she needs to release her tension, the only man around is her English teacher.The Botanist - On one of those ceaseless Madrid nights, a group of friends tries out an aphrodisiac with unexpected results.If you're a fan of suspenseful, character-driven short stories full of unexpected twists, you'll thoroughly enjoy this debut short story collection from Jason Paul Barker.Pick up Guilt Trips and discover Jason Paul Barker's unique brand of storytelling today
A struggling writer discovers a hidden piece of Spanish history. Will it be his salvation or his downfall?Donny, an American teaching English in the Madrid, Spain of the Great Recession, is a recovering addict who's spent the last ten years struggling to write a novel. To fulfill his lifelong dream, he's put everything else on hold, including his friendships, career, and starting a family with Alba, the woman who rescued him from his vices.One day, he spots the remains of a water supply tunnel dating back to the height of the Spanish Empire at a construction site across the street. The discovery becomes an obsession that fuels inspiration for a new novel, but Donny realizes the only way to write the story, and unblock his life and relationship, is to live it.So Donny embarks on a murky adventure that brings him face-to-face with Madrid's seedy temptations, his own addictions, a seductive politician, and a murderous housing developer intent on keeping the water supply tunnel a secret. Can he navigate his way through the dangers, expose the archaeological crimes, and live happily ever after with Alba? Or will he lose Alba, his sanity, or worse yet, his life?Beneath Madrid, Jason Paul Barker's stunning debut novel, explores the inner struggle pitting our true selves against whom society has preordained us to be. Dreams and desire clash with conformity in this layered psychological thriller that will not only leave you guessing what's real and what's fiction, but wondering how much of our lives are scripted...and by whom.Just as in his short story collection, Guilt Trips, Barker weaves an accessible, yet emotionally charged and disturbing, tale that will appeal to both readers of page-turning mystery thrillers and more demanding readers of literary fiction alike.Get Beneath Madrid to find out Donny's fate today
Alain Badiou is rapidly emerging as one of the most radical and influential philosophers of our time. Badiou opposes the contemporary reduction of philosophy to nothing but a matter of language and premature announcements of the end of philosophy and thus sets himself against both analytic and continental modes of philosophy. Setting the traditional platonic concerns of philosophy, truth and being, against the modern sophists of postmodernism, Badiou has articulated a powerful systematic philosophy with profound ethical and political consequences.
Two naturopaths introduce us to the world of brain biochemistry, translating the science into laymen's terms, so that the reader can understand the potential power of herbs and nutrients to enhance health, prevent disorders, and affect existing health disorders. These alternatives, or supplements, to medication are being used across the country to help treat health conditions with a psychological component—from ADHD and anorexia to insomnia, menopause, and Parkinson's Disease. Authors Meletis and Barker explain 18 of these conditions, and review the most current research into how—or whether—the use of herbs and supplements has been proven to prevent, affect or remove these health conditions, or at least some of their symptoms. Can the Chinese herb Salvia curb cravings in alcoholics? Can niacin help treat anxiety? Other herbs, nutrients, and conditions addressed include the use of zinc to reduce symptoms of anorexia and bulimia, ginkgo biloba for Alzheimer's, and 5-HTP for depression. One appendix to this volume lists the top 20 brain-enhancing herbs and supplements. Another lists nutrient deficiencies and their links to health and brain function. It is not the intent of this book to advocate for the replacement of standard drug therapy, but for the integration of these natural medicines with traditional medical treatments. Consumers are urged to discuss these herbs and nutrients with their physician before beginning use, as some allergic reactions or interactions with traditional medicines can occur. The central argument of this book is that when properly nourished people can operate at maximum physical and mental capacity, with maximum ability to fend off or recover from disease and disorder.
People are People delivers a very simple message that teaches children and adults all over the world to look at each other with love, respect and equality. It delivers a message about the cultural traits and beliefs that make people different and the most important human traits that make people the same.
A sardonic tale of four lives doomed to suffer the mediocrity of the modern-day South. A bitter loner. An aging heiress. A reluctant jet-setter. A writer suffering a permanent existential crisis. All more out of place than the last, all somehow hopeful that life is more than the stories we want to tell.
A collection of short stories and poetic missives exploring what it means to love again. What does love mean in the modern age? Does real love understand our flaws while celebrating the special moments? Is someone out there who will kickstart your heart and bring you back to life simply because they exist? What of the one who got away - the one who crosses your path at the wrong time, but was meant to be your forever?
Diabetes is a complex disease--but learning about it shouldn't be!A Type 2 diabetes diagnosis can be daunting, but it is also manageable. With this all-in-one guide, you will get expert advice on establishing a healthier lifestyle and getting control of your diabetes. The Everything Guide to Managing Type 2 Diabetes provides easy-to-follow advice on all aspects of living with diabetes, and helps you:Recognize the symptoms of prediabetes and diabetesMonitor your blood glucose levelsLearn about the types of insulin and insulin-delivery systemsUnderstand the importance of nutrition and exerciseReduce the short- and long-term effects of diabetes Filled with reliable advice and the latest information on medication, therapies, blood sugar monitoring, and more, this invaluable guide shows you how to take control of your diabetes and enjoy your life!
Octavius Jackson was excited to start his new job as the head chef of a small bistro at London's famous Hotel Langham. But his peaceful life is shattered when a newspaper article about the killing of a downtrodden prostitute in the Whitechapel District brings back terrible memories of working as a barber in his mother's brothel. Those horrible memories begin a dark spiral into the abyss as he tries to make sense of the vile world around him, eventually changing him into a dark monster capable of unspeakable evil. After an ambitious newspaper publisher gives a name to that monster, Octavius' journey is altered forever.
This is a book that tells some of the thoughts that have gone through Jason Rideout's head in the earliest years of his baking career. Some tell a story, paint a picture; others are just random, while others may leave you wondering "I wonder what that means?" It's a quick read that gives a glimpse of some thoughts that bakers may have in general, as well as personal thoughts from Jason Rideout's experiences. Some of them may make you laugh
When Chicago lawyer Thomas Osborn set out to form a Union regiment in the days following the attack on Fort Sumter, he could not have known it was the beginning of a 6000-mile journey that would end at Appomattox Courthouse four years later. With assistance from Governor Richard Yates, the 39th Illinois Infantry--"The Yates Phalanx"--enlisted young men from Chicago, its (modern-day) suburbs, and small towns of northern and central Illinois. While most Illinois regiments fought in the west, the 39th marched through the Shenandoah Valley to fight Stonewall Jackson, to Charleston Harbor for the Second Battle of Fort Sumter and to Richmond for the year-long siege at Petersburg. This book chronicles day-to-day life in the regiment, the myriad factors that determined its path, and the battles fought by the Chicagoans--including two Medal of Honor recipients--who fired some of the last shots before the Confederate surrender.
The AI Revolution Isn't Coming. It's Already Here. Leading AI Well is the AI education your MBA didn't include. Using the improv principle of "yes, and" - accept reality, then build on it - Jason D. Baker gives leaders the frameworks to act decisively without becoming technical experts. What's inside: What happens to your business model when AI makes your core offerings abundant? Why your competitive moat may be deeper, or more fragile, then you think. How to answer the question your competitors can't: why do customers still need you? Why AI implementation gets worse before it gets better, and how to lead through it. This book won't tell you which tools to buy. It will teach you have to think strategically about a transformation that's already underway. Will you block or will you build? About the Author Jason D. Baker is Associate Provost and Director of Regent University's Institute for Technology Innovation. His work has ranged from internet startups to satellite systems, bridging engineering, data science, and educational leadership. He holds degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, Bucknell University, and George Washington University. His career has been defined by a single throughline: use technology to help people & help people use technology.
Mike Baker is in his 15th year as the senior pastor of Eastview Christian Church in Bloomington/Normal, Illinois. He has been married to his best friend, and life-long love, Sara for 36 years and has two grown sons. His tattoo artist son, Mikey, is married to Monica, and they have blessed the family with four grandchildren: Ian, Eli, Ella, and the miracle, Israel. His pastor/preacher son Caleb is married to Jessica and they have blessed the family with two granddaughters: Sophie and Mila Joy. Mike is passionate about preaching, and he loves his family, laughing with friends, traveling, sports and running. Jason Sniff serves as pastor of small groups at Eastview Christian Church. He and his amazing wife Nicole have been married for 20 years, and he is the father of six crazy but awesome kids. Jason lives on the edge of Normal, and loves being part of what God is doing in the church.
The upcoming Pathfinder Online MMO will put YOU in command of your very own kingdom in the treacherous River Kingdoms of the Pathfinder world. Get an early start on conquest with Pathfinder Online: Thornkeep, a complete gazetteer of one of the upcoming game's starting towns and the deadly dungeons that sprawl beneath it! A co-production of video game developers Goblinworks and Paizo Publishing, this fully illustrated adventure sourcebook slots easily into any Pathfinder RPG campaign, and provides a tantalizing glimpse at the early production of the Pathfinder Online MMO, with behind-the-scenes accounts, sneak peeks at characters and environment images, and new details about the upcoming game. Thornkeep also includes complete, original dungeon levels designed by a who's-who of adventure design: Richard Baker, Jason Bulmahn, Ed Greenwood, James Jacobs, and Erik Mona! With enough gaming material to advance a character from 1st to 8th level, Thornkeep brings the action and excitement of the Pathfinder Online MMO to your tabletop!
