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    The Blazing World by Margaret Cavendish
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    Margaret Cavendish's 'The Blazing World' is a pioneering science fiction novel from the 17th century, featuring a female protagonist who is abducted and taken to a parallel world where she becomes Empress and navigates a society of animal-human hybrids. The book delves into philosophical themes, explores parallel worlds, and introduces imaginative elements such as submarines made of gold, all presented in a writing style that combines elements of philosophy and proto sci-fi.

    If you wonder, that I join a work of Fancy to my serious Philosophical Contemplations; think not that it is out of a disparagement to Philosophy; or out of an opinion, as if this noble study were but ...

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    The Star Rover by Jack London
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    The Star Rover by Jack London is a unique and engaging story about a man named Darrell Standing who is a Death Row inmate of San Quentin prison. While trapped in solitary confinement, he discovers the ability to leave his body and relive past lives, experiencing different adventures and hardships. The book is a collection of these tales framed by Darrell's own story, showcasing Jack London's intense descriptions of extreme situations and his exploration of spirituality and human willpower.

    All my life I have had an awareness of other times and places. I have been aware of other persons in me.—Oh, and trust me, so have you, my reader that is to be. Read back into your childhood, and this...

  3. 'From Dawn to Decadence: 500 Years of Western Cultural Life, 1500 to the Present' by Jacques Barzun is a comprehensive survey of Western cultural history over the past 500 years. Barzun takes the readers on a journey through time, touching on various aspects of history, arts, science, and people, weaving a captivating narrative. The book is praised for its impressive scope and depth, offering a thorough exploration of Western civilization since the time of Luther. Barzun's writing style is described as engaging and informative, making the complex subject matter easy to follow and understand.

    IT TAKES ONLYa look at the numbers to see that the 20th century is coming to an end. A wider and deeper scrutiny is needed to see that in the West the culture of the last 500 years is ending at the sa...

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    Our Tragic Universe by Scarlett Thomas
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    'Our Tragic Universe' by Scarlett Thomas follows the story of Meg Carpenter, a writer struggling to finish her own novel while ghostwriting and reviewing books to make ends meet. The book delves into Meg's existential dilemmas, her toxic relationship with her boyfriend Christopher, and her quest for a storyless story that will lead to her great novel. Set in a coastal area, the novel explores themes of magic, relationships, the nature of the universe, and the complexities of everyday life through philosophical conversations and intricate plotlines.

    The writing style of 'Our Tragic Universe' is described as compelling metafiction that is about everything and nothing, offering thought-provoking insights into the intricacies of storytelling and the blurred lines between reality and fiction. Scarlett Thomas weaves together philosophical discussions, memorable characters, and engaging plot twists to create a narrative that is both enchanting and beguiling, exploring the relationship between art and science with intriguing insights into popular misconceptions about physics and chemistry.

    'Why? I'm not happy for her. I don't care. I mean, I'd care if she wasn't doing well; I'd feel sorry for her and hope that things got better. I'm glad she's doing well, up to a point. But I hate celeb...

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    The Swerve: How the World Became Modern by Stephen Greenblatt
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    'The Swerve: How the World Became Modern' by Stephen Greenblatt follows the story of Poggio Bracciolini, a book hunter who unearths an ancient manuscript by Lucretius called 'On The Nature of Things'. The narrative delves into the impact of this discovery on the course of human thought, detailing how the reintroduction of Lucretius' ideas influenced key individuals and changed the trajectory of history. Greenblatt's writing style is described as beautifully written and engaging, providing a context for understanding the emergence of Lucretius's work into late medieval western Europe.

    WHEN I WAS a student, I used to go at the end of the school year to the Yale Coop to see what I could find to read over the summer. I had very little pocket money, but the bookstore would routinely se...

  6. 'The Moral Landscape: How Science Can Determine Human Values' by Sam Harris presents a compelling argument that human morality falls within the realm of scientific inquiry, challenging the notion that religion has a sole claim on the subject. Harris delves into the idea that moral values can be scientifically understood and quantified based on their impact on the well-being of conscious creatures, advocating for a science of human flourishing. Despite some criticism for repetitive arguments and tangents, the book is praised for offering a framework to navigate morality in the modern context and for presenting a thesis that questions the necessity of religion in determining what is morally sound.

    Harris's writing style is described as sharp, succinct, and precise, providing readers with a refreshing and cathartic perspective on moral reasoning in the age of science. is noted for its intriguing thesis, well-presented argument, and its potential to shift perceptions about the role of science and rational thought in addressing moral questions.

    It seems to me, however, that most educated, secular people (and this includes most scientists, academics, and journalists) believe that there is no such thing as moral truth—only moral preference, mo...

  7. Billions & Billions: Thoughts on Life and Death at the Brink of the Millennium by Carl Sagan is a collection of essays that covers a wide range of topics, from science and environmental crises to ethics, nuclear war, and personal reflections. Sagan's writing style is described as accessible, informative, and thought-provoking, with a focus on making complex scientific concepts understandable to a general audience. The book includes a mix of personal anecdotes, philosophical reflections, and scientific insights that aim to inspire curiosity and interest in topics like astronomy, physics, and the importance of science in our lives.

    Three hundred million years ago the Earth was covered by vast swamps. When the ferns, horsetails, and club mosses died, they were buried in muck. Ages passed; the remains were carried down underground...

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    An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding by David Hume
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    'An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding' by David Hume is a philosophical work that delves into the basic concepts of perception, reason, cause and effect. Hume presents his views on the creation of identity and explores the question of "What is the self?" in a thought-provoking manner. is described as a major work in epistemology, where Hume challenges traditional philosophical ideas and emphasizes the importance of reasoning from experience rather than relying on religiously inspired fantasies. Hume's writing style is noted to be direct, poetic, and even humorous at times, making complex philosophical concepts accessible to readers.

    MORAL philosophy,* or the science of human nature, may be treated after two different manners;* each of which has its peculiar merit, and may contribute to the entertainment, instruction, and reformat...

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    The Elementary Particles by Michel Houellebecq
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    'The Elementary Particles' by Michel Houellebecq is a complex novel that delves into the lives of two half-brothers, Michel and Bruno, who are starkly different yet interconnected by their shared upbringing and mother. The narrative explores themes of modern society, breakdown of relationships, existentialism, and the impact of science on human existence. The writing style of the book is a blend of philosophical musings, graphic descriptions of sex, social commentary, and elements of soft pornography, creating a thought-provoking and controversial narrative that challenges the reader's perceptions.

    The first of July 1998 fell on a Wednesday, so although it was a little unusual, Djerzinski organized his farewell party for Tuesday evening. Bottles of champagne nestled among containers of frozen em...

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    Discourse on Method by Rene Descartes
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    'Discourse on Method' by Rene Descartes is a philosophical work that introduces Descartes's method of doubt and his quest for certain knowledge. Readers found the translation to be very readable and flowing nicely, with explanatory notes providing helpful insights into each paragraph. starts with Descartes debunking the previous history of philosophy and goes on to discuss various topics such as the motion of the blood and heart, mind-body duality, and the application of mathematics in his method. Descartes's method is compared to the axiomatic method of Greek mathematics, particularly Euclid's Elements, emphasizing the importance of doubt and reasoning in philosophy and science.

    Good sense* is the most evenly distributed thing in the world; for everyone believes himself to be so well provided with it that even those who are the hardest to please in every other way do not usua...

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