David Hume’s Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion is a philosophical classic that displays a powerful mastery of the critical thinking skills of reasoning and evaluation. Hume’s subject, the question of the existence and possible nature of God, was, and still is, a persistent topic of philosophical and theological debate. What makes Hume’s text a classic of reasoning, though, is less what he says, than how he says it. As he noted in his preface to the book, the question of ‘natur...

How do we understand the evolution of central-local relations in China during the reform period? This book addresses this question by focusing on eight separate issues in which the central-local relationship has been especially salient – government finance, investment control, regional development, administrative zoning, implementation, culture, social welfare and international relations. Each chapter introduces a sector and the way the center and various local governments have shared or d...

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Targeting readers with backgrounds in economics, Intermediate Financial Theory, Third Edition includes new material on the asset pricing implications of behavioral finance perspectives, recent developments in portfolio choice, derivatives-risk neutral pricing research, and implications of the 2008 financial crisis. Each chapter concludes with questions, and for the first time a freely accessible website presents complementary and supplementary material for every chapter. Known for its rigo...

Over eleven years and two separate managerial stints with the Toronto Blue Jays, John Gibbons endeared himself to fans with his folksy manner and his frequent battles with umpires: "Here comes Gibby!" Winning helped too. Under Gibbons's management, the Jays made the American League Championship Series in 2015, ending a twenty-two-year playoff drought; then they did it again in 2016. Along the way the team defied odds, won over a nation, and with one flip of a bat produced one of the most i...

'50 Christian Books - Scripture, Theology, Philosophy and Spirituality (Including Christian Novels)' presents an unparalleled anthology encapsulating a rich tapestry of theological discourse and philosophical musings. Spanning across eras from the patristic period to modernity, this collection interweaves voices that have profoundly shaped Christian thought. The compilation cuts across diverse literary genres—from doctrinal treatises and philosophical dialogues to spiritual autobiographies...

The 'Christian Collection: Scripture, History, Theology, Spirituality and Fiction' offers a profound exploration into the diverse interpretations and expressions of Christian thought across ages. This anthology uniquely combines theological treatises, historical narratives, spiritual meditations, and fictional works, presenting a broad spectrum of literary styles from the allegorical to the doctrinal. The anthology highlights significant pieces that exemplify the evolution and depth of Chr...

The Strength of Faith - Christian Omnibus gathers devotional, philosophical, poetic, and narrative works into a sweeping panorama of Christian thought and its enduring questions. From epic visions of heaven and hell to spiritual allegory, sermons, apologetics, mystical instruction, moral essays, and fiction of conversion, the collection situates faith within both literary imagination and theological inquiry. Its range encompasses meditations on grace, conscience, suffering, providence, dou...

Delve into the rich tapestry of Christian thought and literature with *50 Christian Books - Scripture, Theology, Philosophy and Spirituality (Including Christian Novels)*, a comprehensive anthology that weaves together diverse literary styles and themes spanning centuries. This collection presents a medley of theological treatises, philosophical inquiries, and spiritual meditations alongside classic Christian novels, ensuring a multifaceted exploration of faith, morality, and human nature....

The Strength of Faith - Christian Omnibus is a remarkable collection that brings together an extraordinary array of literary and philosophical works, each engaging with the themes of faith, devotion, and theological inquiry. This anthology presents a tapestry of literary styles'—from gripping narratives and profound philosophical discourses to compelling theological treatises'—all interwoven with the central thread of Christianity's multifaceted legacy. Within its pages, readers will encou...

The collection '50 Christian Books: Scripture, History, Theology, Spirituality and Fiction' offers a sweeping exploration of the Christian intellectual and spiritual heritage, bridging millennia of theological reflection, historical narrative, spiritual meditation, and the art of fiction. Drawing from an exceptional array of literary styles'—from the philosophical dialogues of David Hume to the devout meditations of Thomas √† Kempis, and the vivid landscapes of Dante'—this anthology is a r...

Hume’s 1779 book on the existence of God remains vastly influential. Using the conceit of a cleverly crafted fictional conversation, Dialogues argues on the one hand that a universe that looks designed must have a designerand that if it has as ‘an uncaused first cause,’ that cause can only be God. But, on the other hand, if there is evil in the world, then there cannot be a God. ¶Hume weaves the overarching question of whether we can truly know God’s nature into the entire debate. Dialogue...