Philosophy
The Complete Book of Five Rings
The Complete Book of Five Rings offers a detailed and nuanced view of Musashi's ideas on swordsmanship, strategy, and self-cultivation, contextualized by translator Kenji Tokitsu.
The Art of Rhetoric
Aristotle's 'The Art of Rhetoric' explores the principles of persuasion, emphasizing the importance of logos, ethos, and pathos, while offering a profound analysis of oratory and its impact on society.
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
A father and son’s motorcycle trip becomes a philosophical journey exploring the nature of quality and the human experience.
The Nicomachean Ethics
Aristotle's 'The Nicomachean Ethics' delves into the nature of happiness, defining it as the activity of the soul in accordance with virtue, and explores practical reasoning, pleasure, friendship, and the relation between individual virtue and society.
Physics
Aristotle's 'Physics' offers foundational insights into the natural sciences, exploring motion, causality, and the nature of the physical world, made accessible through this modern translation.
Sophie's World
A teenage girl embarks on a philosophical journey through time, unraveling the mysteries of existence and the history of human thought.
The prince
The Prince provides a pragmatic and often controversial guide on political leadership and power acquisition, based on historical lessons and Machiavelli's own experiences.
Politics
Aristotle's 'Politics' explores the relationship between individuals and the state, the ideal state, and the purpose of wealth, offering profound insights into Greek political theory.
Ishmael
Ishmael by Daniel Quinn is a thought-provoking novel exploring humanity’s relationship with nature through a unique dialogue between a man and a wise gorilla, challenging modern cultural norms and offering solutions for global problems.
On Duties
Cicero's "On Duties" explores the ethical responsibilities of individuals in society through the lenses of wisdom, justice, and beneficence, aiming to guide moral conduct in both public and private life.
Complete Works
Complete Works by Plato is a comprehensive collection of his dialogues and letters, providing essential insights into his philosophy and guidance on their study.
Antifragile
In 'Antifragile,' Nassim Nicholas Taleb explores how systems can thrive amidst chaos and uncertainty, introducing the concept of antifragility, which allows individuals and structures to grow stronger through adversity.
Walden
Walden is Henry David Thoreau's account of his two-year experiment in simple, self-reliant living near Walden Pond, emphasizing themes of simplicity, nature, and intentional living.
Fooled by Randomness
Fooled by Randomness explores the significant yet often overlooked role of chance in life and financial markets, revealing how randomness influences our decisions and perceptions of success.
Plato: 'The Republic'
Plato's 'The Republic' explores justice, virtue, and happiness through philosophical dialogues, presenting an ideal society led by philosopher-kings.
The Republic
Plato's 'The Republic' explores justice, the just city-state, and the just individual through Socratic dialogue, proposing a society ruled by philosopher-kings.
Leviathan
Thomas Hobbes' 'Leviathan' argues for the necessity of a powerful sovereign to avoid anarchy and maintain order in society, presenting a foundational perspective on political philosophy.
How to Read a Book
How to Read a Book by Monica Wood is a poignant novel exploring themes of second chances, guilt, and the transformative power of stories through the intertwined lives of an ex-convict, a retired teacher, and a grieving husband.
Confessions, Books 1-8
In 'Confessions, Books 1-8', St. Augustine presents a profound autobiographical exploration of his early life, struggles with faith, and philosophical inquiries leading to his conversion to Christianity.
Dune Messiah
Dune Messiah, the second book in Frank Herbert's epic Dune series, explores the burdens of power as Paul Atreides, now Emperor, grapples with the consequences of his reign and the jihad that has spread across the universe.