Welcome to our book review site go-pdf.online!
You may have to Search all our reviewed books and magazines, click the sign up button below to create a free account.
Ludwig Wittgenstein - A Cultural Point of View
In the preface to his Philosophical Investigations Ludwig Wittgenstein expresses pessimism about the culture of his time and doubts as to whether his ideas would be understood in such a time: 'I make them public with doubtful feelings. It is not impossible that it should fall to the lot of this work, in its poverty and in the darkness of this time, to bring light into one brain or another - but, of course, it is not likely'. In this book William James DeAngelis develops a deeper understanding of Wittgenstein's remark and argues that it is an expression of a significant cultural component in Wittgenstein's later thought which, while latent, is very much intended. DeAngelis focuses on the fasc...
Wittgenstein and Quine
This unique study brings together for the first time two of the most important philosophers of this century. Never before have these two thinkers been compared - and commentators' opinions on their relationship differ greatly. Are the views of Wittgenstein and Quine on method and the nature of philosophy comparable or radically opposed? Does Wittgenstein's concept of language engender that of Quine, or threaten its philosophical foundations? An understanding of the similarities and differences between the thought of Wittgenstein and of Quine is essential if we are to have a full picture of contemporary philosophy. This collection of essays offers diverse and original ways in which to view their relationship.
Democracia Agonística e Normatividade Comum
O livro Democracia agonística e normatividade comum defende uma base "normativa comum" para o projeto de uma democracia agonística cosmopolita. Ao analisar a teoria democrática agonística de Chantal Mouffe, observa-se que ela carece de uma base normativa comum que oriente a cidadania democrática na arena política contemporânea. A partir das contribuições da ?loso?a da linguagem do segundo Wittgenstein, a obra considera que a democracia liberal é uma "prática social" ou "forma de vida" que, por sua vez, tem uma "gramática profunda", cujas normas são regidas por regras linguísticas que orientam o agir político da cidadania democrática engajada nas sociedades contemporâneas. Para isso, torna-se necessária então uma "normatividade comum", a saber: a normatividade política, jurídica e valorativa, como "pano de fundo" das práticas sociais do projeto de uma democracia agonística cosmopolita.
The Art of Fashion Draping
“This is the most comprehensive teaching tool for learning and mastering draping techniques. The illustrations and the text for each drape are clear and explicit.” Laura K. Kidd, Southern Illinois University, USA Learn to drape fabric on a dress form to create your own patterns. The step-by-step instructions are organized from basic to advanced projects using both imperial and metric measurements, so you don't have to convert measurements. The book includes a wide variety of fashion styles, from bodices to bias-cut gowns. Intermediate and advanced design variations include an off-shoulder sleeve design and a peplum design. More than 1,000 two-color line drawings show you each draping ste...
The Weather Angels
Do heavenly beings control Earth's weather? Are the oceans, storms, cloudy days and nights governed by forces beyond our understanding? Find out in this fast paced story center around four Angels sent to Earth - with the directive: Change society or hang on for storms of a lifetime. From the mountains of Alaska to the Atlantic come a new breath of adventure.
The Generation Jigsaw
In The Generation Jigsaw, originally published in 1976, Irene Gore explores some of the problems which face older people in the family and the community. Her attitude, differing from many attitudes and practices at the time, was that people in old age are capable of expanding their interests and activities, given encouragement and opportunity. Dr Gore is specifically not concerned with ill people, invalids or the severely disadvantaged. ‘It is my conviction’, she writes, ‘that the problems of the reasonably fit, reasonably independent majority of older people deserve to be considered ... The injunction to honour one’s father and mother is part of our ethic, and we traditionally inter...
The Risorgimento and the Unification of Italy
This book introduces the reader to the relationship between the Italian national movement, achieved by the Risorgimento, and the Italian unification in 1860. These themes are discussed in detail and related to the broader European theatre. Covering the literary, cultural, religious and political history of the period, Beales and Biagini show Italy struggled towards nation state status on all fronts. The new edition has been thoroughly rewritten. It also contains a number of new documents. In addition, all the most up to date research of the last 20 years has been incorporated. The Risorgimento and the Unification of Italy remains the major text on nineteenth century Italy. The long introduction and useful footnotes will be of real assistance to those interested in Italian unification.
The Blade Itself
Danny and Evan were born on the mean streets of Chicago and did a little bit of bad-boy stuff knocking over liquor stores. It was strictly small-time. Then Evan made a mistake and he ended up in jail. Danny went straight after that. He got himself a girl and got a job with prospects. Time passed. Then Evan got out. And Evan's not someone to let bygones be bygones. He thinks Danny owes him. And, unfortunately, Evan knows a secret or two that will tear Danny's new life apart . . .
