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Michael Wheeler

    Michael Wheeler is a leading scholar and practitioner in the field of negotiation. As a professor at Harvard Business School, his work delves into the complexities of negotiation processes and their practical application. His writings bridge academic research with real-world strategies, offering valuable insights for professionals across various sectors. Wheeler's expertise extends beyond the classroom, actively advising corporations, trade organizations, and government agencies on negotiation matters.

    Heaven, Hell, and the Victorians
    The Art of Negotiation
    The Old Enemies
    What's Fair
    Ruskin's God
    The Athenaeum
    • 2023

      What's Fair

      • 594 pages
      • 21 hours of reading

      What's Fair is a landmark collection that focuses exclusively on the crucial topic of ethics in negotiation. Edited by Carrie J. Menkel-Meadow and Michael Wheeler, What's Fair contains contributions from some of the best-known practitioners and scholars in the field including Roger Fisher, Howard Raiffa, and Deborah Kolb. The editors and distinguished contributors offer an examination of why ethics matter individually and socially, and explain the essential duties and values of negotiation beyond formal legal requirements. Throughout the book, these experts tackle difficult questions such as: What do we owe our counterparts (if anything) in the way of candor or disclosure? To what extent should we use financial or legal pressure to force settlement? Should we worry about whether an agreement is fair to all the parties, or the effects our negotiated agreements might have on others?

      What's Fair
    • 2020

      The Athenaeum

      More Than Just Another London Club

      • 440 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Focusing on the unique founding principles of the Athenaeum in 1824, this history highlights its groundbreaking approach to membership based on achievements rather than social status. The club has been a gathering place for influential figures across various fields, including science, literature, and politics, such as Charles Darwin and Winston Churchill. The narrative emphasizes the club's impact on Britain's cultural and intellectual landscape, detailing significant events like the recruitment of a Cold War spy and the inclusion of women, while offering a fresh perspective on its legacy.

      The Athenaeum
    • 2013

      The Art of Negotiation

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Shedding new light on the improvisational nature of negotiation, explains how diplomats, deal-makers, and Hollywood producers apply their best practices to everyday transactions.

      The Art of Negotiation
    • 2011

      The Old Enemies

      • 370 pages
      • 13 hours of reading

      Exploring the deep-rooted divisions between Catholics and Protestants in English history, the book delves into the persistence of these conflicts into the nineteenth century. Michael Wheeler, an expert in the era's literature and theology, examines how various writers and thinkers reinterpreted religious debates, highlighting their role as a catalyst for artistic inspiration. This comprehensive and visually enriched study offers fresh insights into the interplay of religion, literature, and history during a pivotal period in England.

      The Old Enemies
    • 2011

      St John and the Victorians

      • 286 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      This original study explores the profound impact of the fourth Gospel on various aspects of nineteenth-century British culture, including art, scholarship, literature, and music. It delves into how this biblical text shaped artistic expressions, intellectual pursuits, and literary works of the time, highlighting the interplay between religious themes and cultural developments during that era.

      St John and the Victorians
    • 2010

      Heaven, Hell and the Victorian

      • 310 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      This popular abridgement explores the themes of death and the afterlife as depicted in Victorian literature and theology. It delves into the cultural and philosophical perspectives of the time, examining how these views influenced literary works and societal beliefs. By highlighting significant authors and texts, the book provides insight into the Victorian era's complex relationship with mortality and the concept of an afterlife, making it an engaging read for those interested in literature and historical thought.

      Heaven, Hell and the Victorian
    • 2006

      Ruskin's God

      • 324 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Exploring the profound influence of religion on John Ruskin's literary works, this study delves into how his spiritual beliefs shaped his thoughts and writings. It examines the interplay between Ruskin's faith and his artistic vision, revealing insights into his philosophical and moral perspectives. By analyzing various texts, the book highlights the significance of religious themes in Ruskin's critique of society and art, offering a comprehensive understanding of his contributions to literature and thought.

      Ruskin's God
    • 2005

      Heaven, Hell, and the Victorians

      • 312 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
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      This abridged version of Michael Wheeler's acclaimed work delves into the themes of death and the afterlife as explored in Victorian literature and theology. It examines how these subjects influenced the era's cultural landscape, highlighting key literary figures and theological debates. The book offers insights into the Victorian mindset regarding mortality and the spiritual realm, making it a significant resource for understanding the interplay between literature and religious thought during this transformative period.

      Heaven, Hell, and the Victorians
    • 2005

      Reconstructing the Cognitive World

      The Next Step

      • 372 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
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      An argument for a non-Cartesian philosophical foundation for cognitive science that combines elements of Heideggerian phenomenology, a dynamical systems approach to cognition, and insights from artificial intelligence-related robotics.

      Reconstructing the Cognitive World
    • 1978

      Utopia

      An Illustrated History

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      A compelling exploration of rich diversity.

      Utopia