The eleventh month of the Gregorian year brings the change from Autumn into Winter. Landscapes are scrubbed of colour and all their frills, the statued forms of trees are the grammar, the structure of her ways. Days shorten, nights lengthen and for our classic poets there is work to be done.Across fifty poems our classic poets including Matthew Arnold, Thomas Hardy, Herman Melville, Anna Laetitia Barbauld and Alice Guerin Crist illuminate the month, the natural world and the human ...

The Gita is a talk between prince Arjuna and his charioteer Krishna. At the start of the Dharma Yudhha (righteous war) between the Pandavas and Kauravas, Arjuna is filled with great moral dilemma and despair about the violence and death the war will cause in the battle against his own kin. He wonders if he should renounce and seeks Krishna's counsel, whose answers constitute the Bhagavad Gita. Krishna counsels Arjuna to "fulfill his Kshatriya (warrior) duty to uphold the Dharma" through "s...

The world-religions -- Heraclitus and Socrates -- The Academy and the Porch -- The preaching of Stoicism -- The Stoic sect in Rome -- Of reason and speech -- The foundations of physics -- The universe -- The supreme problems -- Religion -- The kingdom of the soul -- The law for humanity -- Daily duties -- Sin and weakness -- Counsels of perfection -- Stoicism in Roman history and literature -- The Stoic strain in Christianity -- Bibliography.

An author’s talents may seem obvious and indisputable as they move words and ideas into gathered phrases and stories.But where do these ideas and stories come from? A lonely thought that suddenly gathers form? An inspiration from a Muse? A suggestion from an everyday event?Perhaps in the case of their darker, more malevolent stories, other forces are at work. They help to nourish single words into sentences and paragraphs that ease themselves from the shadows and are sudden...

20+ Vintage Sci-Fi Novels surveys the formative centuries of speculative fiction, assembling Gothic experiment, satirical voyage, utopian and dystopian romance, scientific adventure, invasion narrative, and planetary quest. Across its expansive range, the volume traces how fiction made the future legible through strange machines, altered societies, subterranean worlds, and encounters with the alien. Landmark visions of artificial life, social engineering, apocalyptic transformation, and in...

The Kalacakra Tantra (Kalacakra means "wheel of time") is a tradition of Buddhist theory and practice whose root text treats a fantastic expanse of knowledge ranging from observations of the cosmos to investigations of meditative states and vital bodily energies. In the Tibetan-speaking world, a public Kalacakra initiation remains the most sought-after event in the life of a devout Buddhist.The Fourteenth Dalai Lama has long had a strong connection with the Kalacakra Tantr...

This book summarizes the history and present status and applications of Josephson junctions. These devices are leading elements in superconducting electronics and provide state-of-the-art performance in detection of small magnetic fields and currents, in several digital computing methods, and in medical diagnostic devices and now provide voltage standards used worldwide. Astronomical infrared (IR) telescopes, including the South Pole Telescope, use these junctions in combinations called su...

This book contains 350 short stories from 50 classic, prize-winning and noteworthy authors. Wisely chosen by the literary critic August Nemo for the book series 7 Best Short Stories, this omnibus contains the stories of the following writers: - Sheridan Le Fanu - H. and E. Heron - Charlotte Riddell - Flora Annie Steel - Amelia B. Edwards - Margaret Oliphant - Edward Bellamy - Arnold Bennett - S. Baring-Gould - Daniil Kharms - E.F. Benson - John Buchan - Ella D'Arcy - Jacques Futrelle - Fra...

Mr. Edward Arnold's New and Popular Books showcases a diverse collection of literary works that cater to a wide range of readers. The selection includes both fiction and non-fiction, featuring renowned authors and emerging voices. Each book is carefully curated to ensure quality and relevance, making it an essential resource for bibliophiles and casual readers alike. The catalog reflects the literary trends of its time, offering insights into the cultural and intellectual currents that sha...

The Gita is talk between prince Arjuna and his and charioteer Krishna. At the start of the Dharma Yudhha (righteous war) between the Pandavas and Kauravas, Arjuna is filled with great moral dilemma and despair about the violence and death the war will cause in the battle against his own kin. He wonders if he should renounce and seeks Krishna's counsel, whose answers constitute the Bhagavad Gita.Krishna counsels Arjuna to "fulfill his Kshatriya (warrior) duty to uphold the Dharma" t...

Roman Stoicism, as articulated by thinkers like Edward Vernon Arnold, emphasizes the importance of virtue, reason, and self-control in the face of life's challenges. This philosophical school teaches that true happiness comes from within and is achieved through the practice of wisdom and moral integrity. Arnold's exploration of Stoic principles highlights how these ancient teachings remain relevant today, offering guidance on how to navigate the complexities of modern life. By cultivating ...

In "Live Your Best Life to the Fullest", discover the transformative power of living with intention and passion. This inspiring guide takes you on a journey to unlock your fullest potential, guiding you through practical strategies to cultivate joy, purpose, and fulfillment in every aspect of your life. From overcoming fear and embracing change to practicing gratitude and mindfulness, this book offers actionable insights and empowering advice for making the most out of every moment. Whethe...