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On the Shortness of Life: Stoic Principles for Self-Improvement Audiobook by Seneca
Friday, December 29, 2017 • Duration 01:15:00
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Title: On the Shortness of Life: Stoic Principles for Self-Improvement
Author: Seneca
Narrator: Arthur Grey
Format: Unabridged
Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-29-17
Publisher: Bassett Publishing
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 8 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
De Brevitate Vitae (English: On the Shortness of Life), written sometime around the year 49 AD by Seneca the Younger, discusses many Stoic principles on the nature of time and humanity itself. Enjoy riveting discussions and perspectives on these themes as Seneca delves into your thoughts. You will be fascinated as you explore one of the greatest minds and his perception of how we should perceive time. Many of the truths you will find in this piece are not only timeless, but pertinent to humanity - even to this day.
"People are frugal in guarding their personal property, but as soon as it comes to squandering time, they are most wasteful of the one thing in which it is right to be stingy."
Theory and Reality Audiobook by Peter Godfrey-Smith
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 • Duration 10:28:00
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Title: Theory and Reality
Subtitle: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
Author: Peter Godfrey-Smith
Narrator: Matthew Lloyd Davies
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10 hrs and 28 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-19-17
Publisher: Tantor Audio
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
How does science work? Does it tell us what the world is "really" like? What makes it different from other ways of understanding the universe? In Theory and Reality, Peter Godfrey-Smith addresses these questions by taking the listener on a grand tour of 100 years of debate about science. The result is a completely accessible introduction to the main themes of the philosophy of science.
Intended for undergraduates and general audiences with no prior background in philosophy, Theory and Reality covers logical positivism; the problems of induction and confirmation; Karl Popper's theory of science; Thomas Kuhn and "scientific revolutions"; the views of Imre Lakatos, Larry Laudan, and Paul Feyerabend; and challenges to the field from sociology of science, feminism, and science studies. The book then looks in more detail at some specific problems and theories, including scientific realism, the theory-ladeness of observation, scientific explanation, and Bayesianism.
Finally, Godfrey-Smith defends a form of philosophical naturalism as the best way to solve the main problems in the field.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
Critic Reviews:
"Godfrey-Smith presents a clear, comprehensive, and accessible introductory survey of the major problems and movements in the philosophy of science. It is an excellent book to use on its own in a lower-level philosophy of science course or as a supplement to some anthology of primary texts in a more sophisticated upper-level course. It would also suit anyone who has interest in the subject but little patience for jargon-heavy professional philosophy. His exposition is accented by insightful commentary and criticism, and by examples from the history of science all with a keen sense of humor." (Michael Veber,
Science Education)
As a Man Thinketh Audiobook by James Allen
Tuesday, December 12, 2017 • Duration 55:00
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Title: As a Man Thinketh
Author: James Allen
Narrator: Roberto Scarlato
Format: Unabridged
Length: 55 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-12-17
Publisher: Dreamtown Publishing
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
As a Man Thinketh is a literary essay and book by James Allen, published in 1903. It was described by Allen as "... [dealing] with the power of thought, and particularly with the use and application of thought to happy and beautiful issues. I have tried to make the book simple, so that all can easily grasp and follow its teaching, and put into practice the methods which it advises. It shows how, in his own thought-world, each man holds the key to every condition, good or bad, that enters into his life, and that, by working patiently and intelligently upon his thoughts, he may remake his life, and transform his circumstances. It was also described by Allen as "A book that will help you to help yourself", "A pocket companion for thoughtful people", and "A book on the power and right application of thought."
The Wisdom of the East Audiobook by Battiscombe G. Gunn
Thursday, December 7, 2017 • Duration 01:25:00
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Title: The Wisdom of the East
Subtitle: The Instruction of Ptah-hotep and The Instruction of Ke'gemni: The Oldest Books in the World
Author: Battiscombe G. Gunn
Narrator: John Klickman
Format: Unabridged
Length: 1 hr and 25 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-07-17
Publisher: BN Publishing
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
The oldest book in the world is the filled with wisdom quotes and teachings on how one is to conduct ones life and how to treat his fellow man. Good old ancient wisdom in its simplest form.
The Socratic Dialogues Middle Period, Volume 2 Audiobook by Plato
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 • Duration 06:53:00
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Title: The Socratic Dialogues Middle Period, Volume 2
Subtitle: Phaedrus, Cratylus, Parmenides
Author: Plato
Narrator: David Rintoul, Laurence Kennedy, full cast
Format: Unabridged
Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-06-17
Publisher: Ukemi Audiobooks
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
The remarkable range of Plato's Dialogues is vividly demonstrated by these three works.
It opens with Phaedrus, a highly personal discussion between Socrates (David Rintoul) and the young, love-struck Phaedrus (Gunnar Cauthery). They go for a walk outside the walls of Athens and, under a plane tree by the banks of the Ilissus, talk about love - erotic and 'Platonic'. Socrates endeavours to steer Phaedrus away from infatuation and show him that real love is based on concern for the beloved while also delivering a pointed criticism against lack of clarity in thought and expression!
The subject of Cratylus is the meaning and etymology of names and words - a Dialogue unlike any other. Why is Zeus called Zeus? What is the origin of the names of Pallas Athene, Poseidon, Uranus? And how did psuche come to mean 'soul' and soma body? Attic Greek, the Greek of Plato's day, is prominent here, and care has been taken in the appropriate pronunciation for this recording.
Finally, there is Parmenides, often regarded as the most challenging of all the Dialogues. Cephalus (Laurence Kennedy) repeats a discussion he heard between Socrates, Zeno and Parmenides as Socrates defends pluralist views and the theory of forms against monism.
Translation by Benjamin Jowett.
Stoicism: The Art of Controlling Your Emotions and Pursuing Happiness Audiobook by K. Connors
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 • Duration 01:12:00
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Title: Stoicism: The Art of Controlling Your Emotions and Pursuing Happiness
Author: K. Connors
Narrator: Jon Turner
Format: Unabridged
Length: 1 hr and 12 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-05-17
Publisher: K. Connors
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 28 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
Stoicism is an ancient Greek philosophy which teaches the development of self-control and fortitude as a means of overcoming destructive emotions. It does not seek to extinguish emotions completely, but rather seeks to transform them through logic and reason, which enables a person to develop clear judgment, inner calm and freedom from suffering (which is considered the ultimate goal).
This book will guide you through the origins and teachings of Stoicism, through direct quotes and experiences from its founding fathers. In this book, you will learn:
Get your copy of Stoicism: The Art of Controlling Your Emotions and Pursuing Happiness and start living the good life today!
Stoicism: Introduction to the Stoic Way of Life Audiobook by Jason Gale
Monday, December 4, 2017 • Duration 02:03:00
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Title: Stoicism: Introduction to the Stoic Way of Life
Subtitle: Beginner's Guide to Mastery
Author: Jason Gale
Narrator: Lukas Arnold
Format: Unabridged
Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins
Language: English
Release date: 12-04-17
Publisher: Healthy Pragmatic Solutions Inc
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
Let's face it, we can't control every aspect of our lives, and the fact is a lot of things we stress about are out of our direct control.
The ancient philosophy of Stoicism still stands the test of time and is still practiced in society today all over the world. This is the art of living in true happiness, as stoic principles guide us to live in harmony and flow with life's many challenges.
Many times we are taught and encouraged to take more of an aggressive and combative stance towards life's difficulties; however, in this guide to stoic mastery, you will learn how to overcome tribulation through virtue, controlling your emotions, endurance, mindfulness, and affirmations.
The stoic way of life can be compared to that of water; the very nature of water entails the state of being fluid, flexible, dynamic, and contains a property of flow, not causing discord but creating perfect harmony. Water doesn't try to shift, force, or demand itself among its surroundings but, on the contrary, aligns itself in harmony with nature.
What you'll learn in part one:
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The Socratic Dialogues Middle Period, Volume 1 Audiobook by Plato, Benjamin Jowett - translation
Wednesday, November 22, 2017 • Duration 08:30:00
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Title: The Socratic Dialogues Middle Period, Volume 1
Subtitle: Symposium, Theaetetus, Phaedo
Author: Plato, Benjamin Jowett - translation
Narrator: David Rintoul, Hugh Ross, full cast
Format: Unabridged
Length: 8 hrs and 30 mins
Language: English
Release date: 11-22-17
Publisher: Ukemi Audiobooks
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
Here are three important but very different Dialogues from the Middle Period. Symposium, the most well-known in this collection, is concerned with the theme of love. In the house of Agathon, a group of friends - each very different in personality and background - meet to consider and discuss various kinds of love. Each one, Phaedrus, Pausanias, Eryximachus, Aristophanes (the playwright) and Agathon (a prize-winning tragic poet), presents his particular view in a short discourse until Socrates speaks at greater length. This would be the end except that, unexpectedly, Alcibiades (the vain general and controversial statesman) arrives, rather worse for drink, and makes his loud contribution with direct references to his personal relationship with Socrates. Symposium is an absorbing Dialogue, related, however, by one man - Apollodorus. It is read here by Hugh Ross.
Phaedo is a very different Dialogue. It contains the moving account of the last hours of Socrates. Condemned to death by the Athenian court for impiety and the corruption of youth, he has been ordered to commit suicide. Friends gather around him on this last day, but even at such a moment Socrates chooses to spend the time considering the nature of the soul, whether it is immortal and what may happen after death. It concludes with a description of his final moments.
In Theaetetus, Socrates engages with a young mathematician on the definition of knowledge, the examined life, and how the active life compares with the contemplative life.
Translation by Benjamin Jowett.
Letters from a Stoic: Complete (Letters 1 - 124) Adapted for the Contemporary Reader (Seneca) Audiobook by James Harris, Lucius Seneca
Tuesday, November 14, 2017 • Duration 16:32:00
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Title: Letters from a Stoic: Complete (Letters 1 - 124) Adapted for the Contemporary Reader (Seneca)
Author: James Harris, Lucius Seneca
Narrator: Greg Douras
Format: Unabridged
Length: 16 hrs and 32 mins
Language: English
Release date: 11-14-17
Publisher: James Harris
Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
The Epistulae morales ad Lucilium (Latin for moral letters to Lucilius) are a collection of 124 letters which were written by Seneca at the end of his life, during his retirement, and written after he had worked for the Emperor Nero for 15 years. They are addressed to Lucilius, the then procurator of Sicily. The letters highlight many moral and ethical ways to live, and address many of the issues known to man, about life and death. These letters have been carefully adapted into a contemporary format to allow for easy listening and understanding.
This is the complete volume, containing all 124 letter.
The Socratic Dialogues Early Period, Volume 2 Audiobook by Plato, Benjamin Jowett - translator
Monday, November 6, 2017 • Duration 10:09:00
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Title: The Socratic Dialogues Early Period, Volume 2
Subtitle: Gorgias, Protagoras, Meno, Euthydemus, Lesser Hippias, Greater Hippias
Author: Plato, Benjamin Jowett - translator
Narrator: David Rintoul, full cast
Format: Unabridged
Length: 10 hrs and 9 mins
Language: English
Release date: 11-06-17
Publisher: Ukemi Audiobooks
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes
Genres: Nonfiction, Philosophy
Publisher's Summary:
Here, in this second collection of Socratic Dialogues from Plato's Early Period, read by David Rintoul as Socrates with a full cast, are contrasting six works. Often, as with Gorgias, which opens the recording, Socrates combats the popular subjects of sophistry and rhetoric, in direct conversation with Gorgias (a leading sophist teacher), and with one of his pupils, Callicles.
In Meno, Socrates encounters another Gorgias pupil, Meno, and a debate on 'virtue' ensues. Virtue is also the topic in Protagoras, though this dialogue is largely narrated by Socrates (David Rintoul), who 'reports' the conversation which had taken place shortly before.
Euthydemus is one of the most entertaining of all the Socratic Dialogues, with the two vastly overconfident brothers Euthydemus and Dionysodorus, supposedly capable wrestlers, boxers and musicians, who have come to Athens to teach sophistry. They enter into philosophical debate with Socrates, who at times is almost amazed by their brash sense of superiority.
The Lesser Hippias dialogue considers issues of morality, truth and lies, with reference to Homer's great characters Achilles and Odysseus, while the Greater Hippias enquires into the nature of beauty.
Translation: Benjamin Jowett.
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