First published in 1999, this volume from Dr. Jonathan E. Pike is original and provocative and integrates sources from the history of ideas, analytical philosophy, and contemporary social theory. Pike has produced an overall account of Marx which focuses on the concept of human potential and clearly explains its ontological basis. Anyone interested in Marx studies will be indebted to this incisive discussion of the philosophical foundations of Marx’s work.

Classified for 50 years by the CIA - now the hidden truth is revealed.In 1966, The Adam and Eve Story by Chan Thomas shocked the scientific world with a chilling theory: sudden, violent pole shifts have erased civilizations in a single day. Within months, the CIA seized the manuscript, releasing only a heavily redacted 57-page fragment decades later. The rest-over 200 pages-vanished from public view.Adam and Eve and the Great Reset uncovers the full story. From Hapgood's Ea...

With all the negativity in the media about President Trump, it is amazing to see the truth about his administration's accomplishments. This book is enlightening and fascinating detailing in a clear and precise manner Donald J. Trump's love for this country. And his desire to make this country great!Elena StewartThis book's most valuable attribute is that it focuses on the actual Trump Administration Achievements without superficial distractions...

Discover the vibrant wildlife ecology hiding in plain sight and transform your daily park walk into a nature adventure. Perfect for unwinding on a quiet afternoon, this calming auditory journey reveals the clever survival strategies of our most resilient tree dwellers.Step into a busy world of daring leaps and brilliant problem-solving that unfolds right outside your window. Whether you are enjoying your morning commute or seeking a peaceful mental escape, this cozy exploration con...

Forget the myths of buried gold; discover the gritty maritime history and rebel economics that really drove pirate crews. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive deep dive transforms violent galleons into surprisingly modern, democratic workplaces. Uncover the strict codes and written constitutions that held ruthless sea rovers accountable.Step aboard a seventeenth-century flagship and experience the tension of calculating shares, compensating bloody injuries, and voting out...

This textbook reflects the buoyant state of contemporary political philosophy, and the development of the subject in the past two decades. It includes seminal papers on fundamental philosophical issues such as:the nature of social explanationdistributive justiceliberalism and communitarianismcitizenship and multiculturalismnationalismdemocracycriminal justice.A range of views is represented, demonstrating the richness of the philosoph...

This clear and thorough introduction provides students with the skills necessary to understand the main thinkers, texts and arguments of political philosophy and thought. Each chapter comprises a brief overview of a major political thinker, followed by an introduction to one or more of their most influential works and an introduction to key secondary readings.Key features include:* exercises* reading notes* guides for further readingThe book introduces an...

In the conclusion to Richard Farr's richly imaginative Babel Trilogy, Morag and Daniel race toward a terrifying confrontation with an entity that holds the key to humanity's fate. After narrowly surviving an encounter with the Architects, Daniel Calder experiences visions of global destruction, dreamlike moments of insight, and vivid "memories" of a meeting with a famous scientist-none of which ever happened. When he and his sister, Morag Chen, are attacked by unknown assailants deep in th...

Classified for 50 years by the CIA - now the hidden truth is revealed.In 1966, The Adam and Eve Story by Chan Thomas shocked the scientific world with a chilling theory: sudden, violent pole shifts have erased civilizations in a single day. Within months, the CIA seized the manuscript, releasing only a heavily redacted 57-page fragment decades later. The rest-over 200 pages-vanished from public view.Adam and Eve and the Great Reset uncover...

Military capability is delivered operationally at a team and collective level, be it a unit as small as a squad or section, or as large as a maritime task group. Modern military forces are required to deal with a potentially wide range of missions frequently involving multiple alliance partners, within a geopolitical environment which can seem to change rapidly. Individual performance, while being important, is not the primary determinant of mission success - force integration, interoperab...

The concept of law lies at the heart of our social and political life. Legal philosophy, or jurisprudence, explores the notion of law and its role in society, illuminating its meaning and its relation to the universal questions of justice, rights, and morality. In this Very Short Introduction Raymond Wacks analyses the nature and purpose of the legal system, and the practice by courts, lawyers, and judges. Wacks reveals the intriguing and challenging nature of legal philosophy wit...

In this provocative but balanced essay, Kenneth Minogue discusses the development of politics from the ancient world to the twentieth century. He prompts us to consider why political systems evolve, how politics offers both power and order in our society, whether democracy is always a good thing, and what future politics may have in the twenty-first century. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subjec...