Stand up straight and sing
- 352 pages
- 13 hours of reading
One of America's most admired and decorated singers tells her inspiring life story, from the segregated south to the world's greatest stages.
Jesse Norman Books
Jesse Norman is widely regarded as one of the architects of New Conservatism, a political philosophy that stresses using traditionally conservative techniques and concepts to improve the general welfare of society. His work delves into the ideas shaping modern politics and societal structures. Norman focuses on a deeper understanding of the political and philosophical currents influencing contemporary society.
Adam Smith : what he thought, and why it matters
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Adam Smith is often hailed as the 'father of modern economics,' yet interpretations of his ideas spark intense debate. Was he a champion of capitalism and individual freedom, or an apologist for inequality and human selfishness? This insightful exploration delves into Smith's broader intellectual contributions against the backdrop of Enlightenment Scotland, offering a comprehensive overview of his life, work, and lasting influence. The narrative not only serves as a biography but also dispels myths surrounding Smith, examining his thoughts on ethics, law, economics, and government. His ideas have shaped the perspectives of thinkers like Karl Marx, Charles Darwin, John Maynard Keynes, and Friedrich Hayek. Smith emerges as a pioneer of modern social psychology and behavioral theory, presenting a nuanced evolutionary theory of political economy that acknowledges the interplay between markets and the state. In an era of polarized economic and political discourse, this analysis applies Smith's insights to contemporary issues such as predatory capitalism and the 2008 financial crisis. By revisiting Smith's principles, the work addresses critical topics of inequality, human dignity, and exploitation, underscoring his relevance in discussions about the defense, reform, or renewal of the market system.
Edmund Burke
- 325 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Examines the life of the great Irish philosopher, statesman and political thinker, who supported abolition, free markets, Catholic equality in Ireland in the eighteenth century while warning of ideological extremism and the dangers of a corporate state.
Reexamines the ancient and long-disregarded concept of visual reasoning and reasserts its potential as a formidable tool in our ability to grasp various kinds of geometrical knowledge. A detailed philosophical case study, this text will be useful for scholars in the fields of mathematics and philosophy.
The Winding Stair tells the gripping story of these two founders of our modern world and their bitter struggle for influence and power.