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Funeral Oration for Bessarion

by Michael Apostolius, D.P. Curtin ...

This brief funeral oration was composed by the Greek monk Michael Apostolius, also known as Apostolius Paroemiographus. He laments the passing of Cardinal Bessarion, who was the last remaining line of connection between the exiled Greek community and the late Eastern Roman Empire. In this work he compares Bessarion to the Greek orators of the ancient world, in his skill and style, and laments the ... Read more

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This brief funeral oration was composed by the Greek monk Michael Apostolius, also known as Apostolius Paroemiographus. He laments the passing of Cardinal Bessarion, who was the last remaining line of connection between the exiled Greek community and the late Eastern Roman Empire. In this work he compares Bessarion to the Greek orators of the ancient world, in his skill and style, and laments the
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Funeral Oration for Bessarion

by Michael Apostolius ...

Translated by D.P. Curtin ...

This brief funeral oration was composed by the Greek monk Michael Apostolius, also known as Apostolius Paroemiographus. He laments the passing of Cardinal Bessarion, who was the last remaining line of connection between the exiled Greek community and the late Eastern Roman Empire. In this work he compares Bessarion to the Greek orators of the ancient world, in his skill and style, and laments the ... Read more

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This brief funeral oration was composed by the Greek monk Michael Apostolius, also known as Apostolius Paroemiographus. He laments the passing of Cardinal Bessarion, who was the last remaining line of connection between the exiled Greek community and the late Eastern Roman Empire. In this work he compares Bessarion to the Greek orators of the ancient world, in his skill and style, and laments the
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Exhortation from Gortyn to Rome

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Translated by D.P. Curtin, Nico Hatzi ...

In a heartfelt appeal, the speaker from Gortyn addresses the Italian and Western audience, lamenting the fall of Greece while urging them to embrace Greek virtues and education. The discourse critiques the current methods of teaching Greek literature in Latin, arguing that such practices dilute the essence of Greek thought and language. The speaker advocates for a return to authentic Greek ... Read more

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In a heartfelt appeal, the speaker from Gortyn addresses the Italian and Western audience, lamenting the fall of Greece while urging them to embrace Greek virtues and education. The discourse critiques the current methods of teaching Greek literature in Latin, arguing that such practices dilute the essence of Greek thought and language. The speaker advocates for a return to authentic Greek
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On the Holy Trinity

by St. Gregory of Nyssa, Wyatt North ...

This edition of On the Holy Trinity comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. St. Gregory of Nyssa (c 335 after 394) was a Christian bishop and saint. He was a younger brother of Basil the Great and a good friend of Gregory of Nazianzus. His significance has long been recognized in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Eastern Catholic and Roman Catholic branches of Christianity. ... Read more

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This edition of On the Holy Trinity comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. St. Gregory of Nyssa (c 335 after 394) was a Christian bishop and saint. He was a younger brother of Basil the Great and a good friend of Gregory of Nazianzus. His significance has long been recognized in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Eastern Catholic and Roman Catholic branches of Christianity.
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Masks And The Origin Of The Greek Drama (Folklore History Series)

by F. B. Jevons ...

Greek drama is fascinating and the real beginning of modern drama as we know it today. This well researched and concise book is a must for anybody studying the history of drama. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions ... Read more

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Greek drama is fascinating and the real beginning of modern drama as we know it today. This well researched and concise book is a must for anybody studying the history of drama. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions
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Niccolo Machiavelli

His Words

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This book is a collection of 180 fundamental quotes and aphorisms of Niccolo Machiavelli:“The ends justify the means.” "“History is written by the victors.”“It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.”“Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.”“Men must either be caressed or else destroyed.”“War is not so to be avoided, but is only deferred to your disadvantage.”“But above ... Read more

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This book is a collection of 180 fundamental quotes and aphorisms of Niccolo Machiavelli:“The ends justify the means.” "“History is written by the victors.”“It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both.”“Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.”“Men must either be caressed or else destroyed.”“War is not so to be avoided, but is only deferred to your disadvantage.”“But above
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Self-Reliance

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Self-Reliance is an 1841 essay written by American transcendentalist philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson. It contains a stirring call for each individual to avoid conformity and false consistency, and to follow their own instincts and ideas. It contains one of Emerson's most famous quotations: A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, adored by little statesmen and ... Read more

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Self-Reliance is an 1841 essay written by American transcendentalist philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson. It contains a stirring call for each individual to avoid conformity and false consistency, and to follow their own instincts and ideas. It contains one of Emerson's most famous quotations: A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, adored by little statesmen and
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The Enchiridion

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Born a slave and lamed by his master, Epictetus studied Stoic philosophy while in captivity. Once freed, he survived Domitian’s banishment of all philosophers from Rome to settle in Greece, where he founded a school of philosophy. He quickly rose to prominence as a renowned Stoic scholar and teacher, and even though he was personally friendly with emperors, he kept a simple life.The Enchiridion is ... Read more

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Born a slave and lamed by his master, Epictetus studied Stoic philosophy while in captivity. Once freed, he survived Domitian’s banishment of all philosophers from Rome to settle in Greece, where he founded a school of philosophy. He quickly rose to prominence as a renowned Stoic scholar and teacher, and even though he was personally friendly with emperors, he kept a simple life.The Enchiridion is
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The Intelligent Woman's Guide to Socialism, Capitalism, Sovietism and Fascism

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As a Fabian and lifelong socialist, Shaw believed that economic inequality was a poison destroying every aspect of our lives. Family affections and relations between the sexes were perverted by it. From Parliament to eduction our institutions were "corrupted at the root by pecuniary interest". Idealism, integrity and piecemeal attempts at political reform were all futile in the face of the gross ... Read more

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As a Fabian and lifelong socialist, Shaw believed that economic inequality was a poison destroying every aspect of our lives. Family affections and relations between the sexes were perverted by it. From Parliament to eduction our institutions were "corrupted at the root by pecuniary interest". Idealism, integrity and piecemeal attempts at political reform were all futile in the face of the gross
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THE POLITICS OF OBEDIENCE.

The Discourse of Voluntary Servitude

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Étienne de la Boétie (1530-1563) wrote the following essay on the ultimate source and nature of political power in the early 1550s, while still a law student at the University of Orleans. In it he considers the origins of dictatorship and the means by which people can prevent political enslavement and liberate themselves. The Discourse deserves a prominent place in the literature of political ... Read more

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Étienne de la Boétie (1530-1563) wrote the following essay on the ultimate source and nature of political power in the early 1550s, while still a law student at the University of Orleans. In it he considers the origins of dictatorship and the means by which people can prevent political enslavement and liberate themselves. The Discourse deserves a prominent place in the literature of political
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Reason and Persuasion

Three Dialogues By Plato: Euthyphro, Meno, Republic Book I, 4th edition

by John Holbo, Belle Waring ...

Three complete Plato dialogues - Euthyphro, Meno, Republic Book I - in a fresh English translation, with extensive commentary and original illustrations. Reason and Persuasion is suitable as an introductory textbook or for more advanced students of Plato and philosophy. The fourth edition is substantially revised, extended and improved."There is no dearth of textbooks offering an introduction to ... Read more

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Three complete Plato dialogues - Euthyphro, Meno, Republic Book I - in a fresh English translation, with extensive commentary and original illustrations. Reason and Persuasion is suitable as an introductory textbook or for more advanced students of Plato and philosophy. The fourth edition is substantially revised, extended and improved."There is no dearth of textbooks offering an introduction to
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On the Holy Spirit

by St. Gregory of Nyssa, Wyatt North ...

This edition of On the Holy Spirit comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. St. Gregory of Nyssa (c 335 after 394) was a Christian bishop and saint. He was a younger brother of Basil the Great and a good friend of Gregory of Nazianzus. His significance has long been recognized in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Eastern Catholic and Roman Catholic branches of Christianity. ... Read more

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This edition of On the Holy Spirit comes complete with a Touch-or-Click Table of Contents. St. Gregory of Nyssa (c 335 after 394) was a Christian bishop and saint. He was a younger brother of Basil the Great and a good friend of Gregory of Nazianzus. His significance has long been recognized in the Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Eastern Catholic and Roman Catholic branches of Christianity.
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