Paul Hyland Books

The Enlightenment brings together the work of major Enlightenment thinkers such as Hobbes, Rousseau, Diderot and Kant, to illustrate the full importance and achievements of this period in history. Extracts are gathered thematically into sections on such aspects of the Enlightenment as:political theory religion and belief art and nature. All essays are introduced, and a final section on 'critical reflections' provides a selection of modern critical opinions on the period by writers including Foucault, Habermas, and Lyotard.Containing illustrations from the work of artists such as Hogarth and Gainsborough, a chronology of the Enlightenment, and a detailed bibliography, The Enlightenment is a rich source of information and inspiration for all those studying this great period of change.

Set against the backdrop of political and religious upheaval at the turn of the eighteenth century, the narrative offers a compelling glimpse into the life of a physician navigating the challenges of his profession and the societal changes surrounding him. Through the lens of his experiences, readers gain insight into the complexities of medicine and the impact of historical events on personal and professional life.

The new collection features a title-sequence that cleverly portrays the lives of performers, using light and playful language. Celebrated for his earlier works, the author showcases his signature inventiveness and musicality, while maintaining a profound integrity in his vision. This collection invites readers to explore the nuanced experiences of those who dwell in the world of performance, blending humor with deeper reflections on their craft.

An account of a journey the author made along the little-known course of the sacred Godavari river in Southern India. This is the story of the search for his ancestors, missionaries and traders, who settled in the region generations ago and of their Balm - a wonder cure for all sorts of ailments and afflictions.