A Philosophy of Boredom (Svendsen Lars)(Paperback)

A Philosophy of Boredom (Svendsen Lars)(Paperback)

It has been described as a 'tame longing without any particular object' by Schopenhauer, 'a bestial and indefinable affliction' by Dostoevsky, and 'time's invasion of your world system' by Joseph Brodsky, but still very few of us today can explain precisely what boredom is. A Philosophy of Boredom

A Philosophy of Fear (Svendsen Lars)(Paperback)

Surveillance cameras. Airport security lines. Barred store windows. We see manifestations of societal fears everyday, and daily news reports on the latest household danger or raised terror threat level continually stoke our sense of impending doom. In A Philosophy of Fear, Lars Svendsen now

A Philosophy of Evil (Svendsen Lars)(Paperback)

Despite the overuse of the word in movies, political speeches, and news reports, 'evil' is generally seen as either flagrant rhetoric or else an outdated concept: a medieval holdover with no bearing on our complex everyday reality. In 'A Philosophy of Evil,' however, acclaimed philosopher Lars

A Philosophy of Loneliness (Svendsen Lars)(Paperback)

For many of us it is the ultimate fear: to die alone. Loneliness is a difficult subject to address because it has such negative connotations in our intensely social world. But the truth is that wherever there are people, there is loneliness. You can be lonely sitting in the quiet of your home, in

Fashion: A Philosophy (Svendsen Lars)(Paperback)

Fashion is at once a familiar yet mysteriously elite world that we all experience, whether we re buying a new pair of jeans, reading Vogue, or watching the latest episode of Project Runway. Lars Svendsen dives into that world in Fashion, exploring the myths, ideas, and history that make up haute

Boredom and Art: Passions of the Will to Boredom (Haladyn Julian Jason)(Paperback)

Boredom and Art examines the use of boredom as a strategy in modern and contemporary art to resist or frustrate the effects of consumerism and capitalism. This book traces the emergence of what Haladyn terms the will to boredom in which artists, writers and philosophers actively attempt to use the

Philosophy of Science for Scientists (Johansson Lars-Gran)(Pevná vazba)

This textbook offers an introduction to the philosophy of science. It helps undergraduate students from the natural, the human and social sciences to gain an understanding of what science is, how it has developed, what its core traits are, how to distinguish between science and pseudo-science and

On Boredom (Susan Morris)(Paperback)

An idiosyncratic volume featuring artwork and essays on the history of boredom. What do we mean when we say that we are bored? Contributors to this volume, which include artists, art historians, psychoanalysts, and a novelist, examine boredom in its manifold and uncertain reality. Each part of the

Anti-boredom Book of Brilliant Things To Do (Seed Andy (Author))(Paperback / softback)

Amazing Anti-Boredom Colouring Book (Dickason Chris)(Paperback / softback)

From the creators of the hugely successful Anti-Boredom Colouring Book, is the newest addition to the series, The Amazing Anti-Boredom Colouring Book. Packed with weird and wonderful pictures to colour in, this wacky book is sure to keep kids entertained for

Imperial Boredom: Monotony and the British Empire (Auerbach Jeffrey A.)(Paperback)

Imperial Boredom offers a radical reconsideration of the British Empire during its heyday in the nineteenth century. Challenging the long-established view that the Empire was about adventure and excitement, with heroic men and intrepid women eagerly spreading commerce and civilization around the

Philosophy of Mind (Jaworski William)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Mind introduces readers to one of the liveliest fields in contemporary philosophy by discussing mind-body problems and the various solutions to them. It provides a detailed yet balanced overview of the entire field that enables readers to jump immediately into current debates. Treats

Medieval Philosophy: A New History of Western Philosophy, Volume 2 (Kenny Anthony)(Paperback)

Presenting the history of Western philosophy, this book charts the story of philosophy from the founders of Christian and Islamic thought through to the Renaissance. It is intended for those interested in the people and ideas that shaped the course of Western

Horrid Henry: Big Book of Boredom Busters - Activity Book (Simon Francesca)(Paperback / softback)

Number One for fiendish fun! Banish boredom with Horrid Henry in this bumper activity

The Philosophy of Civilization (Schweitzer Albert)(Paperback)

Albert Schweitzer's social and ethical philosophy is best expressed in The Philosophy of Civilization. Not widely available in recent years, this edition will give contemporary readers the opportunity to discover his prophetic thought. In Book I, The Decay and Restoration of Civilization,

Philosophy of Law: An Introduction (Tebbit Mark)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Law: An Introduction provides an ideal starting point for students of philosophy and law. Setting it clearly against the historical background, Mark Tebbit quickly leads readers into the heart of the philosophical questions that dominate philosophy of law today. He provides an

Philosophy of Sport: Key Questions (Ryall Emily)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Sport: Key Questions provides an accessible and comprehensive guide to the philosophy of sport. Each chapter is framed by a question that explores the main issues, ideas and literature in the field ranging from questions about the nature and value of sport, the sporting body,

History of Western Philosophy (Russell Bertrand)(Paperback)

First published in 1946, History of Western Philosophy went on to become the best-selling philosophy book of the twentieth century. A dazzlingly ambitious project, it remains unchallenged to this day as the ultimate introduction to Western philosophy. Providing a sophisticated overview of the ideas

Philosophy of Mathematics (Linnebo ystein)(Paperback)

A sophisticated, original introduction to the philosophy of mathematics from one of its leading thinkersMathematics is a model of precision and objectivity, but it appears distinct from the empirical sciences because it seems to deliver nonexperiential knowledge of a nonphysical reality of numbers,

The Ludocrats (Gillen Kieron)(Paperback)

The Ludocrats! The aristocrats of ludicrous! Defending reality from the encroaching forces of boredom while having a nice time. KIERON GILLEN (DIE, THE WICKED + THE DIVINE) and JIM ROSSIGNOL (Sir, You Are Being Hunted) write! JEFF STOKELY (The Spire) draws!TAMRA BONVILLAIN (Once & Future) colors!

Edenbrooke (Donaldson Julianne)(Paperback)

Marianne Daventry will do anything to escape the boredom of Bath and the amorous attentions of an unwanted suitor. So when an invitation arrives from her twin sister, Cecily, to join her at a sprawling country estate, she jumps at the chance. Thinking she'll be able to relax and enjoy her beloved

Boredom (McDonough Tom)(Paperback / softback)

Part of the acclaimed series of anthologies which document major themes and ideas in contemporary

A Philosophy of Emptiness (Watson Gay)(Paperback)

ISLAMIC PHILOSOPHY OF SHARIAH LAW(Paperback)