Literature & Literary Studies
January 2019
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Literature & Literary StudiesJanuary 2019Texts and readers in the Age of Marvell
by Christopher D'Addario, Matthew C. Augustine, Christopher D'Addario, Michael Scoenfeldt, Randy Robertston, Derek Hirst, Kathleen Lynch, Nigel Smith, Timothy Raylor, Anne Cotterill, Joad Raymond, Matthew C. Augustine, Michael McKeon, Steven Zwicker
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Children's & YA2021Does the Baboon Have a Granny?
by Mariana Savka (Author), Oleh Petrenko-Zanevsky (Illustrator)
Mariana Savka's rhymes from the collection Does a Baboon Have a Granny? have amused more than a generation, and her heroes became favorites of little ones and their parents. In this book you will meet a family of donkeys and hippos, a stubborn billy goat, a little mouse that did not want to sleep, cheerful frogs and mischievous owls, a master beaver and, of course, a little baboon! Funny, cute, childish poetry, which was humorously illustrated by Oleh Petrenko-Zanevskiy, will give magical moments of family reading. From 3 to 6 years, 990 words. Rightsholders: Ivan Fedechko, ivan.fedechko@starlev.com.ua
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June 2019Sexualität und Wahrheit
Vierter Band: Die Geständnisse des Fleisches
by Michel Foucault, Andrea Hemminger
Es ist eine Sensation und »ein postumes Wunder« (L'Express): Dreieinhalb Jahrzehnte nach dem Tod des Autors erscheint der vierte und letzte Band von Sexualität und Wahrheit – Michel Foucaults großangelegter Geschichte der Sexualität und Meilenstein philosophischer Forschung im 20. Jahrhundert. Die Geständnisse des Fleisches, von Foucault noch auf dem Sterbebett vollendet, schließt an die legendären Vorgängerbände an und zeugt einmal mehr von der Ausnahmestellung dieses Denkers. Im Mittelpunkt stehen die ethischen Diskussionen der Kirchenväter über das Geschlechtsleben in den ersten frühchristlichen Jahrhunderten. Foucault liest die Predigten und Abhandlungen von Clemens von Alexandria, Gregor von Nyssa, Johannes Chrysostomos, Johannes Cassianus oder Augustinus von Hippo als Dokumente einer Sorge um das Seelenheil – als Zeugnisse der Herausbildung einer neuen Moral und Selbsterfahrung, die das Abendland fortan prägen sollten. Insbesondere die Jungfräulichkeit und die Ehe stehen dabei im Fokus der Auseinandersetzungen, die bei Augustinus in eine bis in unsere Gegenwart wirkende Ökonomie der Begierde münden: in eine konstitutive Pflicht des Subjekts zur stetigen Problematisierung des Verhältnisses von Freiheit und Natur, von Vernunft und Begehren.
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PHILOSOPHER’S LOVE – FROM SOCRATES TO FOUCAULT
by Manfred Geier
Love is a long-burning issue of philosophy. From antiquity to the present day, people have philosophised about love, which reveals itself in a variety of forms and norms. But what really happens when philosophers not only philosophise, but also love, from the initial games of seduction to the culmination of sexual lust? With the aid of eleven biographical case studies, from Socrates and Augustine to Martin Heidegger and Michael Foucault, Manfred Geier, author of several biographies on philosophers, documents how without their erotic lust, the philosophers would not have become searchers of wisdom.
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Humanities & Social SciencesMarch 2009Men in political theory
by Terrell Carver
Men in political theory builds on feminist re-readings of the traditional canon of male writers in Political Philosophy by turning the 'gender lens' on to the representation of men in widely studies texts. It explains the distinction between 'man' as an apparently de-gendered 'individual' or 'citizen', and 'man' as an overtly gendered being in human society. Both these representations of 'man' are crucial to a clearer understanding of the operation of gender. Newly available in paperback, the book is the first to use the 'men's studies' and 'masculinities' literatures in re-thinking the political problems that students and specialists in the social sciences and humanities must encounter: consent, obligation, patriarchy, gender, sexuality, life-cycle, and discriminatory disadvantage related to sex, age, class, race/ethnicity and disability. It does this by re-examining the historical materials from which present-day concepts of citizenship, individuality, identity, subjectivity, normativity and legitimacy arise. The ten chapters on Plato, Aristotle, Jesus, Augustine, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx and Engels show the operation of the 'gender lens' in different ways, depending on how the philosopher deploys concepts of men and masculinity to pose and solve classic problems. They can all be read independently and are as suitable for those just making the acquaintance of these classic writers as for those with specialist knowledge and interests. ;
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Children's & young adult fiction & true storiesTwo Wise Hippos
by Peter Svetina
The protagonists of Two Wise Hippos, Huberto and Marcelo, use to sit under a London pane's shadow and spend a lot of time throwing mud balls into the brook. They talk to other animals, though (Carmela the elephant and Tanami the giraffe are among them) and sometimes try to do important things, like helping grasshoppers and commissioning paintings. They like to pose grave questions: How to make a bouquet of rhymes? How wide is the summer? Who is fundamental in this world? Why should we read a lighter book? How long does a downpour last? How to count penguins? The 21 short stories comprised in Two Wise Hippos are clear and short, poetic and tender, hilarious and wise.
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May 2019Agustine of Hippo as Doctor Pacis: Studies on Peace in the Contermporary World, Vol. 2
by Anthony Dupont, Joseph L. Grabau, Piotr M. Paciorek, Bart van Egmond, Dagmar Kiesel, Jonathan P. Yates, Paul van Geest, Matthew Drever, Pierre-Paul Walraet, Thomas R. Clemmons, Miles Hollingworth, Makiko Sato, Matthew A. Gaumer, Kevin G. Grove
Debate is ongoing about Augustine’s political philosophy, and more particularly about his views on the relations between Church and State. This volume brings together a number of contributions that examine Augustine’s theoretical views on the subject. Augustine assumed his responsibilities as a theologian and Church leader: the truth of the faith and the unity of the Church could not be compromised. He did not hesitate to appeal to the civil authorities in the pursuit of this goal. In fact, he even ventured to deploy the civil authority, the emperor, against an ecclesiastical authority such as Pope Zosimus. This appeal to the secular arm of power was inspired on the one hand by Augustine’s concern for the preservation of order and peace, and on the other by his faith in the rights of truth. Yet this aspiration of Augustine’s was not absolute either. He rejected the idea that humans should be converted forcibly, against their will. He also condemned anything that compromised the physical integrity of human beings. In short, Augustine also recognised the value of the political system. This served to safeguard the good ends of earthly life, i.e. peace and justice. But Augustine believed this earthly peace and justice were reflections of the heavenly peace and justice, which are the foundation of earthly order and stability.
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February 2016Prisoner of Hope
by Augustine Rugutt
In A Prisoner of Hope, the Reverend Augustine Rugutt takes us through an emotional spiritual journey of the life, values and teachings of his mother Pauline Cherono Taptulmat Chepkulul. It is a tale of challenges that few non-believers would overcome, but which his mother overcame in the end. Pauline believed in the Lord and was guided by spiritual belief throughout her life. She suffered but remained hopeful for a better future. As the author testifies, neither sickness nor poverty could deter the spirit that directed her virtuous existence. She was indeed a prisoner of hope, and not only was she able to see her children succeed, but also imparted on them invaluable life-long lessons that continue to shape their lives and those of their children. They are values for all generations present and future. The Reverend Rugutt writes admiringly about his mother and the values she held through her time on earth. He generously shares these intimate tales believing there are lessons for us all as human beings on our earthly and spiritual journeys. A Prisoner of Hope is a must read for all. It is essential for those who, faced with challenges and suffering, may be about to give up hope
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May 2018Augustine of Hippo as Doctor Pacis. Studies on Peace in The Contemporary World, vol. 1
by Anthony Dupont, Enrique Eguiarte Bendímez, Massimo Borghesi, Gabriel Quicke, Ignacio López, Oscar Velásquez, Pamela Chávez Aguilar, Michael J. S. Bruno, Gregory W. Lee, Carlos Novella García, Maximiliano Prada Dussán, Martin Bellerose
Debate is ongoing about Augustine’s political philosophy, and more particularly about his views on the relations between Church and State. This volume brings together a number of contributions that examine Augustine’s theoretical views on the subject. Augustine assumed his responsibilities as a theologian and Church leader: the truth of the faith and the unity of the Church could not be compromised. He did not hesitate to appeal to the civil authorities in the pursuit of this goal. In fact, he even ventured to deploy the civil authority, the emperor, against an ecclesiastical authority such as Pope Zosimus. This appeal to the secular arm of power was inspired on the one hand by Augustine’s concern for the preservation of order and peace, and on the other by his faith in the rights of truth. Yet this aspiration of Augustine’s was not absolute either. He rejected the idea that humans should be converted forcibly, against their will. He also condemned anything that compromised the physical integrity of human beings. In short, Augustine also recognised the value of the political system. This served to safeguard the good ends of earthly life, i.e. peace and justice. But Augustine believed this earthly peace and justice were reflections of the heavenly peace and justice, which are the foundation of earthly order and stability.
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Faithful Interpretations
Truth and Islam in Catholic Theology of Religions
by Philip Geister, Gosta Hallonsten, Archbishop J. Augustine Di Noia
”Theology of Religions” is among the most burning issues within Christian theology today. The challenge to study and discuss different ways of handling conflicting truth claims and religious narratives between religions is taken up by a growing number of theologians across denominational boundaries. This is a common and ecumenical effort undertaken by Christian theologians all over the world. And yet, the impact of specific ecclesiastical or theological traditions on different concepts of theology of religions should not be underestimated. As well known, the Second Vatican council with its pivotal decree Nostra Aetate (On the relation to other religions) not only set the agenda for Catholic theology, but even influenced the wider discussion on the topic. The papers of this volume were all given at a conference in Uppsala, Sweden in October 2017. The structure of Faithful Interpretations follows closely the way the conference was conducted. A general introduction to the development and present status of ”Theology of Religions” by Marianne Moyaert opens the book. Archbishop J Augustine Di Noia of the Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of Faith then treats the recent developments in the teaching of the Magisterium regarding theology of religions. Anna Bonta Moreland adresses the issue of Muhammad and Christian Prophecy. Diego R Sarrió Cucarella focuses on early Christian theological views of Islam and concludes that Islam has been from the begining a ”disturbing” factor in the Christian view of salvation history. Wilhelmus G B M Valkenberg discusses the impact of Nostra Aetate on the Church’s relation to Muslims, using especially the precedent of Nicolaus of Cues as regards a constructive approach to Islam. Klaus von Stosch adresses a sensitive issue in Muslim-Christian relations and illustrates the advantages of the comparative theology approach for the theology of religions. Complementing this perspective, Peter Jonkers offers a hermeneutical perspective on truth claims, and reflects on ”the religious Other” with references to Jacques Derrida among others. Reinhold Bernhardt argues in favour of a biblically grounded “relational-existential” theory of truth, which would be most helpful with regard to other religions. To conclude, the prominent Catholic specialist on Theology of Religions, Gavin D’Costa, widened the perspective by addressing the relation to Judaism from the point of view of the covenant and the promises of the land. Altogether, the papers of this volume give a clear impression of the status of Roman Catholic Theology of Religions.
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Children's & YAHIPPO HIPPO HURRAY!
by Kristen Wells
It’s Penny Hippo’s first day of school, and when she arrives with her elephant pal, Sal, she’s thrilled by what she sees. But when a group of girls led by a stylish, long-legged ostrich leave Penny out of their group, Penny’s left wondering, “Isn’t anything cool about me?” It takes a brush with a big, hungry croc to teach Penny—and all of her schoolmates—what “cool” really means.
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Children's & YAGassy Little Hippo
by Yi-wen Pan / Yi-zhang Pan
Little Hippo can’t help but fart, driving everyone away. However, he ends up saving the day with his special farting abilities. This adorable book about farting will make children laugh out loud, while teaching them the importance of being proud and confident in their own unique skills.
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October 2016
The Quotable Augustine
by Phillip H. Melton
This book is ideal for those who wish to read some of the wisest and most wonderful sayings of Augustine. It will help all those who wish to pepper a speech, or a sermon, or an essay with the wisdom of Saint Augustine. The book is a valuable resource, too, for anyone who wants to find out "Did Augustine really say that?" and, if he did, in which of his voluminous writings it appeared. Drawn from the internationally acclaimed and successful series, the 'Fathers of the Church,' The Quotable Augustine presents a wide-ranging sample of the writings of a towering figure of the early church. ;
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Children's & YAThe Mini Houses Sliding Books
by Anna Gkoutzouri
Look at these adorable mini houses! Knock knock! Who lives here? Kids will love to pull the sliders up to see who lives in each house, which is his/her favorite room, what's his/her job. Shaped in attractive mini houses, this series will introduce children basic knowledge about numbers, some major professions and animals. In addition, these interesting activity books are designed to improve kids' hands-on abilities, as various mechanisms allow young readers to make flowers speak, monkeys skate and hippos take a shower. 4 titles available -Bunny, the Bus Driver -Giraffe, the Chef -Crocodile, the Gardener -Hippo, the Tenor Please contact chenzhuo_af@126.com if interested.
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Humorous stories (Children's/YA)August 2022Which Bum's Mum's?
by Jonny Leighton, Mike Byrne
When a young zebra accidentally causes a huge stampede, he finds himself lost and alone. But he knows he’ll find home again if he just looks out for his mum’s distinctive, zig-zag striped bum. Along the way, he’ll encounter big ones, small ones, spotty ones, tall ones, hairy bums, smelly bums, scaly ones and old ones, belonging to huge hippos, very tall giraffes, lazy lions and many more animals besides.
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Crime & mysteryOctober 2014Aphrodisiac
by Terry Hayward
Rhinos are being poached in ever increasing numbers from a Private Game Reserve and Jack Delaney and his team are called in to investigate and put a stop to the blight. But there is little time to waste. The non-stop action moves from the offices of the owners of the Big 5 Game Reserves into the bushveld setting of the Game reserve. Crocodile and hippo infested rivers become potential murder weapons as a Game Ranger is kidnapped - and murder, too, rears its ugly head. The mob are ruthless in their attempts to take over control of a Private Game Reserve so that they can use it as a staging post for their smuggling and poaching activities. The battle for control comes to a head in the dark of an African night in and amongst the crocodiles and hippos in a river bed.
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Travel & holiday guidesApril 2014Botswana
Okavango Delta, Chobe, Northern Kalahari
by Chris McIntyre
A safari in northern Botswana takes the traveller to a wilderness populated almost exclusively by wildlife. Here are the predators and their prey; here, too, are the elephants, the hippos and the astonishing birdlife of the Okavango Delta. This fourth edition of Bradt's Botswana Safari Guide provides unrivalled coverage of the region's wildlife, environment and history, as well as a thorough evaluation of when, where and how to go. The guide, written by an expert author, focuses on the country’s most popular areas, the Okavango Delta and the Kalahari and Chobe deserts.
