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This is Ayn Rand's challenge to the prevalent philosophical doctrines of our time and the "atmosphere of guilt, of panic, of despair, of boredom, and of all-pervasive evasion" that they create. One of the most controversial figures on the intellectual scene, Ayn Rand was the proponent of a moral philosophy, an ethic of rational self-interest, that stands in sharp opposition to the ethics of altruism and self-sacrifice.

If you've always wanted to defend your Christian faith with confidence and clarity but struggle to find the right words when tough questions arise, then keep reading… Are you sick and tired of feeling intellectually outmatched when skeptics, atheists, or doubters challenge everything you believe? Have you tried reading dense theology books, watching endless debates, or sitting through apologetics seminars — but nothing seems to stick or feel usable in real conversation? You see, defending your faith doesn't have to be complicated. Even if you've never studied philosophy, science, or ...

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Shortly after the emergence of genetic engineering in the 1970s, academic biologists were courted by venture capitalists and multinational companies. Researchers who understood the new biology of the time went from being merely curious about how the natural world functioned to realizing that they could profit from their newfound recognition. As they were inventing all sorts of newfangled organisms, biologists became acquainted with intellectual property. 

Imagine running a business without a strategy. It would be akin to driving blindfolded, to building a house without a blueprint. The concept of strategy changed all that, paving the way for the creation of the modern corporate world. The Lords of Strategy provides listeners with a deeper understanding of the world they compete in, and a sharper eye for what works — and what doesn’t — when forging strategy.

From the prophetic author of the now-classic What’s the Matter with Kansas? and Listen, Liberal, an eye-opening account of populism, the most important—and misunderstood—movement of our time. Rarely does a work of history contain startling implications for the present, but in The People...

A New York Times bestseller! Gilmore Girls meets Jenny Han in this “delightfully autumnal small-town romance” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about a city girl stuck in a quaint small town who must confront her future and her old flame while the town prepares for an annual fall festival...

Who was the first to suggest there might be life beyond Earth? Which great mind began his career as a mercenary? And why was the Catholic Church the greatest enemy of the philosophers of old? Perfect for the perpetually curious, this book is a treasure trove of history, knowledge, and wisdom. Get to know more than 80 of humanity’s greatest minds, from ancient Greek philosophers like Socrates and Aristotle to modern-day thinkers like Jean-Paul Sartre and Simone de Beauvoir. Brimming with fascinating anecdotes, obscure facts, and captivating history, Great Stories About the Greatest Minds ...

“[A]ffectingly personal, achingly earnest, and something close to necessary.” —Vogue “Personal, convincing, unflinching.” —Tablet From an author who’s been called “one of the most emotionally exacting, mercilessly candid, deeply funny, and intellectually rigorous writers of our...

The Religion Reset: The New Revelation for a Divided World Are You Ready to Reclaim the Sacred in a Fractured World? In an era of unprecedented division, spiritual confusion, and disillusionment, many yearn for a deeper connection—a path beyond dogma and discord. "The Religion Reset: The New Revelation for a Divided World" by Alexious Fiero offers that revolutionary path. This isn't just a book about faith; it's an urgent invitation to a paradigm shift that redefines our relationship with the divine, with each other, and with reality itself. Rediscover the Universal Truths That Unite Us: ...

ONE is a revolutionary exploration of individuality and enlightenment that answers the paradoxical question posed by contemporary intellectuals…how can I use the power of my own mind to create a purpose-driven life in a world seemingly without purpose? Jerome Michael McLaughlin draws on 35 years of immersive study into human consciousness, individuality, and transcendentalism to persuasively and poetically asks us to recognize how each of us as self-aware, self-sovereign, and self-governing beings holds the key to our collective destiny.

Between Here And There: Week 1 - The Experimental Certainty of Exploration Through Social Distance Dive deep into the vibrant heartbeat of New Orleans with a poetic journey that transcends time and space. Over 67 days, experience the magic, mystery, poetic inquiry, and musicality of NOLA, as each day unfolds with a series of poems capturing the essence of morning, noon, afternoon, evening, and night. In this first week, delve into the "Experimental Certainty of Exploration Through Social Distance." As the world finds itself distanced, NOLA's spirit remains undimmed, her stories waiting to ...

A lively and captivating journey through the world of the Transcendentalists, America’s first group of public intellectuals, whose visionary ideas reinvented our culture and politics and remain an inspiration today. “An impeccable and often dazzling behind-the-scenes look at the Concord...

The Great Reckoning: Restoring Signal, Sovereignty, and the Regenerative Human By Alexious Fiero 🌍 The world is not falling apart. It is being revealed. Welcome to the age of The Great Reckoning—where every system we’ve trusted is crumbling, not from failure, but from exposure. We are witnessing the collapse of false stories, corrupted signals, and outdated paradigms. And through this collapse comes our greatest opportunity: to awaken, to reclaim our sovereignty, and to rebuild what it means to be fully human. This is not just a book. It is a transmission. A wake-up call. A path ...

"Dark Impulses" is a psychological horror book set in New York during the early 20th century. It delves deeply into a chilling narrative that skillfully entangles psychological horror elements with literary fiction, providing an utterly haunting reading experience. This devastating tale falls within the bustling life of a New York city, reflecting the paradoxical dark allure and vibrant energy intrinsic to this period and location. "Dark Impulses" stands as a unique piece of literary horror, making a bold exploration of the relationship between creativity, power, fear, and vulnerability. ...

Citizen Kain, an enigmatic and eclectic figure, embarks on a groundbreaking quest to forge a comprehensive string theory integrating ethics and emotions. Challenging the greatest minds in philosophy, psychology, and social science, Kain endeavors to define objective, universal principles governing the good life, the pursuit of happiness, and the making of a new morality.

From the millions-strong audiences of Oprah and The Secret to the mass-media ministries of evangelical figures like Joel Osteen and T. D. Jakes, to the motivational bestsellers and New Age seminars to the twelve-step programs and support groups of the recovery movement and to the rise of...

Interviews with Scholars of Intellectual History about their New Books

COMPETENCE IS A CAGE. You are operating on a codebase you did not write. It was compiled in the panic of your past and patched together by mentors who are no longer relevant. You call this experience. You call this expertise. But in a high-velocity environment, your mastery is a liability. It is a terminal system error. You are running legacy scripts in a quantum world. The system is crashing. You are the bottleneck. The Power of Deliberate Unlearning is not a guide to learning more. It is a manual for the deliberate deletion of the self. It exposes the Expertise Trap—the paralysis that ...

Regardless of whether you are starting your first business, a successful serial entrepreneur, an investor, or a professional adviser to businesses, this short book contains information you will find useful that will help you avoid major mistakes. This short book shares the key lessons and experience accumulated over 40 years of involvement with start-up ventures in a variety of industries, most focus on software and internet technology but equally applicable to any enterprise. My role in these ventures has ranged from professional adviser to investor to co-founder to general counsel to ...