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  The Basis of Morality

  Arthur Schopenhauer

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  "The Basis of Morality" by Arthur Schopenhauer presents a profound inquiry into the underpinnings of ethical behavior, challenging the Kantian premise of moral acts grounded in rationality. Schopenhauer argues that true morality stems from compassion, asserting that the capacity to empathize with the suffering of others is the sole source of good. Through rigorous analysis and critique, he explores the limitations of egoism and the concept of justice, ultimately proposing a moral philosophy that prioritizes the inherent value of all living beings. This philosophical treatise invites readers to reconsider the essence of moral actions and the nature of compassion's role in ethical life. Read in English, unabridged.

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  The Third Battle of Ypres - The...

  Charles River Editors

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  With the exception of a few hours on Christmas Day 1914, the shelling, sniping, raids, and bloodshed at Ypres in Belgium never ceased from the moment of first contact between the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) and the Imperial German army. The Ypres salient had formed the previous year during the “race to the sea,” when the opposing armies tried and failed to outflank each other in a series of maneuvers and counter-maneuvers.  
  	The Ypres salient bulged a few miles forward into Belgium, representing the only part of that nation the Germans had not occupied. Held by a mix of British, French, Canadian, Belgian, and colonial troops, this thorn in the Germans’ side had held off massive but clumsily handled attacks by barely-trained German volunteers and conscripts in late 1914 at the First Battle of Ypres. Each side had attempted to launch a major offensive through Ypres at the same time, leading to a blood-soaked encounter battle that, after weeks of futile butchery amid the small farms, hedgerows, canals, and tracts of woodland, devolved into a grim stalemate. Lines of trenches faced each other and sniping, artillery bombardment, and small actions led to an ongoing stream of casualties to the rear and corpses into the new soldiers’ graveyards established conveniently close to the front lines.  
  	The heaviest fighting in the vicinity took place in 1917 during the Third Battle of Ypres, a linked series of battles on the Western Front that took place from July-November of that year. It is still remembered as one of the most notorious battles in British history. British troops, who called this series of battles Passchendaele after the small Belgian village that formed the final objective, continued to use the same tactics that had been employed since early 1915 as they were ordered into frontal attacks on prepared German trenches protected by artillery, barbed wire, bunkers, and machine gun positions.

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  The Book of Good Counsel

  Sir Edwin Arnold

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  A fine collection of moral and practical advice in the form of poetry and verse. Written by Sir Edwin Arnold, a British poet, and journalist, this work draws inspiration from ancient Indian literature, particularly the ancient Sanskrit text "Hitopadesha." With its wisdom and insights into human behavior, the book offers valuable life lessons, making it a source of inspiration for readers seeking guidance and self-improvement. 
   
  Sir Edwin Arnold was an English poet and journalist, born on June 10, 1832, in Gravesend, Kent, England. He is best remembered for his epic poem "The Light of Asia," published in 1879, which narrates the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. The poem gained immense popularity and made Arnold a prominent figure in the literary world. He served as a journalist for several British newspapers, including The Daily Telegraph and The Daily Telegraph, and later became the editor of The Daily Telegraph. Arnold's work and contributions earned him a knighthood in 1888, recognizing his significant influence on literature and journalism in the late 19th century.

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  The Psychology of People - The...

  Thomas King

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  Easy-to-Understand Human Psychology with Psych2Go!#1 New Release in Medical Experimental Psychology, Humanist Philosophy. and Popular Experimental PsychologyFinally understand why you do things differently from the rest! Psych2go created this guide to connect the history of human psychology with practical mental health therapy tools to help you thrive in your everyday life.Discover things about yourself! With The Psychology of People, learn about the history of  human psychology—and apply it to your own life. Understand your innate need to conform, the roots of your social anxiety, how to heal and grow emotionally—and so much more!An empath’s survival guide to psychology. Written by the creators of the popular youtube channel, blog, and website called Psych2go, The Psychology of People is one of the best mental wellness books that gives practical and applicable methods! From the ethics of experimental psychology to therapy techniques, The Psychology of People helps you develop empathy for yourself and others. Inside, you’ll find:Your very own, therapist on the go, packed with practical methods and experimentsHow to understand and rewire your brain by discovering psychological-based patterns in yourself and othersOne of the best books about psychology, the history of psychology, and the ethics of experimental science If you're looking for psychology books to read, mental wellness books, or books on human psychology, then grab your copy today! If you liked Collective Illusions, Read People Like a Book, or You Can Do All Things, you’ll definitely love The Psychology of People.

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  Green World - A Tragicomic...

  Michelle Ephraim

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  At twenty-three, Michelle Ephraim was failing at everything. The only child of reclusive Holocaust-survivor parents who were dismayed by her literary studies, she found herself dumped by her boyfriend and bombing out of graduate school. Then, one night, she crashed a Shakespeare recitation party. Loopy from vodka and never having read a single line of Shakespeare, she was transfixed. Shakespeare, she decided, was the lifeline she needed. 
   
   
   
  Green World is the hilarious and heartbreaking story of Ephraim's quest to become a Shakespeare scholar and to find community and home. As she studies Shakespeare, Ephraim's world uncannily begins to mirror the story of the Jewish daughter in The Merchant of Venice, and she finds herself in a Green World, an idyllic place where Shakespeare's heroines escape their family trauma. Green World reckons with global, historical, and personal tragedy and shows how literature—comic and tragic—can help us brave every kind of anguish.

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  Social and Cultural Dynamics -...

  Lyric Vale

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  Cities are living, breathing organisms composed not of concrete and steel, but of human stories, interactions, relationships, and collective dreams. Beyond their physical infrastructure, urban environments are complex social ecosystems where diverse human experiences intersect, collide, and transform—creating a dynamic tapestry of cultural expression, social negotiation, and collective identity. This comprehensive exploration delves into the intricate social and cultural landscapes that breathe life into urban spaces, examining how human connections, cultural practices, and sociological patterns shape the very essence of metropolitan experience. 
  The narrative of urban social dynamics is a profound journey through the human experience of collective living, where individual stories weave together to create the rich, complex fabric of city life. By exploring the social structures, cultural interactions, and sociological mechanisms that define urban environments, this book uncovers the nuanced ways in which people create meaning, build communities, and negotiate identities within the dense, diverse landscapes of modern cities. Readers will traverse the intricate terrain of urban sociology, discovering how social networks, cultural practices, economic dynamics, and human relationships transform physical spaces into living, evolving communities—revealing cities not as static geographical locations, but as dynamic, ever-changing repositories of human potential, conflict, creativity, and collective aspiration.

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