Categories: Philosophy

Nationalism

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<p>During the First World War, Tagore's lectures in Japan and the US critiquing the idea of the nation-state led to a mixed response. While the nations of Europe were battling each other, Tagore urged his audiences to eschew political aggressiveness and cultural arrogance, and cautioned against imperialistic tendencies, xenophobia and sectarianism. He believed that a nation's growth must be all-inclusive and a synthesis of tradition and modernity. In fact, he proposed that the definition of nationalism in India be based on the works of medieval mystics, poets and spiritual figures, such as Guru Nanak, Sant Kabir Das and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.</p><p>Through the essays in Nationalism, based on his lectures during the First World War, Tagore advocates the need to transcend territorial boundaries and embrace a philosophy of spiritual emancipation for both the nation and its people.</p>

365 Lessons from the Stoics Transform your daily life using the Stoics’ wisdom and understanding

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<p>The teachings of Stoic philosophy began and thrived in the Greek and Roman world until the</p><p>3rd century AD, and has since experienced multiple revivals right up to the modern day.</p><p>With wise lessons in key philosophical subjects, from Acceptance and Change to Virtue and</p><p>Cooperation with Nature, there is much that we can learn from the writings of the Stoics. And in this</p><p>book, readers can explore 365 expertly chosen extracts—one for each day of the year—from</p><p>Stoicism’s most notable names: Seneca, Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus.</p><p>Using translations of their original writings and meditations, 365 Lessons from the Stoics provides</p><p>access to the Stoics’ ancient wisdom in bite-sized chunks. Each quote is matched to a guiding theme,</p><p>allowing readers to realize the power of the Stoic’s words in relation to self-improvement, learning and</p><p>understanding in their life.</p><p>Including an Introduction to the Stoics and Stoicism, readers will gain insight into the lives and era of</p><p>the Stoics, before delving into the wise words that continue to rise in popularity, proving all the more</p><p>relevant in today’s increasingly complex world.</p><p>Each themed, daily entry delivers a reflection or mini-lecture, enabling the reader to either mentally</p><p>prepare for the day ahead or contemplate the day as it draws to a close.</p>

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Love

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<p>A remarkable compilation of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s reflections on love and its transformative power—a stellar addition to Dr. King’s archives published exclusively by HarperCollins.</p><p>“I have also decided to stick with love for I know that love is ultimately the only answer to mankind’s problems.”—Martin Luther King Jr.</p><p>Dr. King, one of the greatest civil rights leaders in history, wrote and reflected frequently about love. He understood its transformative power and the essential role love played in his mission as the catalyst for positive change.</p><p>Now for the first time, in this project of the Dr. King archives published exclusively by HarperCollins, readers will get access to many of King’s writings on love—compiled in a deeply insightful, moving and transformative work of literature. Each section of the book is accompanied by brief introductory editorial remarks that reflect on the historical context of each speech, sermon, and piece of writing, and will further enrich the reader's understanding and appreciation of Dr. King's timeless wisdom.</p><p>Love is explored, championed, and debated around the world. It is the central concern of many religious practices. Readers are deeply curious about its nature. C.S. Lewis' The Four Loves, Thich Nhat Hanh's How To Love, or even bell hooks' All About Love showcase that readers and writers share this universal longing and fascination to uncover love’s mysteries.</p><p>This book represents the first volume in an "On" series from the MLK archives, featuring MLK on various subjects. By grouping his work by subject, readers will get a glimpse at the evolution of his ideas and understand the circumstances in which that theme emerged to lead his concerns.</p>

Everyday Stoicism Journal A Guided Workbook for Mastering Serenity in Daily Life

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<p>Learn from the wisdom of the ancients with this practical workbook filled with</p><p>more than 100 unique writing prompts and exercises, plus inspirational</p><p>quotes.</p><p>“We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can choose how we react to</p><p>them.” This timeless wisdom by Roman philosopher Epictetus is just as relevant today</p><p>as it was when he recorded it over 2,000 years ago. In Everyday Stoicism Journal,</p><p>you’ll learn how to apply ancient insight like this to modern life through writing and</p><p>reflection. This accessible introduction to Stoicism introduces this school of philosophy’s</p><p>major tenets, including:</p><p>1. Practicing acceptance</p><p>2. Mastering your emotions</p><p>3. Mastering your thoughts</p><p>4. Living in gratitude</p><p>5. Cultivating wisdom</p><p>Using writing prompts and exercises, you’ll develop skills for living what the Stoics</p><p>called a virtuous and well-lived life. With daily attention to developing your own</p><p>character, you’ll find the serenity and peace of mind you seek. Managing your thoughts</p><p>and your mind in a new way, you’ll be on your way to achieving what the Stoics called</p><p>eudaimonia, or a happy life.</p><p>With so much of our lives and contact going digital, the Guided Workbooks offer an</p><p>intimate way to nurture your connection with yourself and the people around you. An</p><p>entertaining way to get off your screen, the pages in these guided prompt books are</p><p>great for writers and first-timers alike. Each workbook offers content around a</p><p>different, compelling theme, filled with thoughtful questions, inspiration for</p><p>composition, and interactive prompts to learn about yourself and the world around you.</p><p>Beautifully designed on high-quality paper stock and full of mindful prompts, channel</p><p>your inspiration as you put pen to paper to learn more about what inspires you.</p><p>Other books in the series include: 5-Minute Productivity Workbook, 3-Minute</p><p>Positivity Workbook, 52 Weeks to Better Mental Health, Tarot: A Guided Workbook to</p><p>Unlock and Explore Your Magickal Intuition, Astrology: A Guided Workbook to</p><p>Understand and Explore the Wisdom of the Universe, and Finding Your Balance: A</p><p>Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook.</p>

Meditations

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<p>Delve into this stunning gift edition boasting the complete collection</p><p>of Meditationswith an introduction by Pierre Baumann.</p><p>The personal writings of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius, who ruled from 161 to</p><p>180 AD, not only reflect on the philosophical idea of Stoicism, but also on this powerful</p><p>man’s day-to-day life and issues that still plague us all. Considered to be one of the</p><p>most influential writings, Meditations is as relevant today as when it was originally</p><p>published.</p><p>Marcus Aurelius fans worldwide will fall in love with this stunning hardcover gift edition</p><p>complete with gorgeous foil cover detail, decorative endpapers, and a ribbon marker.</p><p>The Timeless Classics series from Rock Point brings together the works of classic</p><p>authors from around the world. Complete and unabridged, these elegantly designed</p><p>gift editions feature luxe, patterned endpapers, ribbon markers, and foil and deboss</p><p>details on vibrantly colored cases. Celebrate these beloved works of literature as true</p><p>standouts in your personal library collection.</p>

Thoughts of Gaza Far from Gaza

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<p>The terror unfolding in Gaza looms over us all. We find ourselves unable to think, content with reciting decades-old truisms. Teacher and philosopher Soumyabrata Choudhury intensifies this disquiet. He enquires into the fantasies of nationhood that plague both Israel and Palestine. Does the figure of the Hamas terrorist occlude the existence of a Palestinian ‘world’? What do the harrowing images of suffering children in Gaza force us to think? How does the flat world of capitalism square itself with the absolute otherness to which Gaza is consigned? What is the meaning of the Zionist claim, ‘Palestine is a land without a people’? How does the media force us to consume the catastrophe? All the emergent paranoias and fantasies are analysed.</p><p>Thoughts of Gaza Far from Gaza is a clear-eyed reckoning with how dehumanisation and slaughter become normalised and institutionalised, despite the pretensions of civilisation.</p>

On Quality An Inquiry into Excellence: Unpublished and Selected Writings

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<p>Featuring long-awaited selections from Robert M. Pirsig's unpublished writings, from before and after Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, an original collection illuminating the central theme of Pirsig's thought: “Quality”.</p><p>“The ultimate goal in the pursuit of excellence is enlightenment." —Robert M. Pirsig, 1962 More than a decade before the release of the book that would make him famous, Robert M. Pirsig had already caught hold of the central theme that would animate Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: “Quality,” a concept loosely likened to “excellence,” “rightness,” or “fitness” that Pirsig saw as kindred to the Buddhist ideas of “dharma” or the “Tao.” As he later wrote in Zen, “Quality is the Buddha.” Though he was revered by fans who considered him a guru, the famously private Pirsig published only two books and consented to few interviews and almost no public appearances in later decades. Yet he wrote and thought almost continually, refining his “Metaphysics of Quality” until his death in 2017. Now readers have access to five decades of Pirsig’s personal writings in this posthumous collection that illuminates the evolution of his thinking to an unprecedented degree. Skillfully edited and introduced by Wendy K. Pirsig, Robert’s wife of four decades, the collection includes previously unpublished texts, speeches, letters, interviews, and private notes, as well as key excerpts from Zen and the Art of the Motorcycle Maintenance and his second book, Lila. Since its publication in 1974, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance has established itself as a modern classic of popular philosophy;selling millions of copies and inspiring a generation, while serving as a perennial touchstone for the generations that follow. On Quality is a remarkable contribution to our understanding of one of the most influential thinkers and writers of our time.</p>