Fluke: Chance, Chaos, and Why Everything We Do Matters
Brian Klaas
A fascinating exploration of how chance, chaos, and seemingly insignificant events shape our lives and societies, challenging our assumptions about control and predictability. From the averted atomic bombing of Kyoto to the serendipitous rescue of a drowning tourist by a soccer ball, Brian Klaas weaves together compelling stories and scientific insights to reveal the profound interconnectedness of our world and the surprising ways in which even the smallest actions can have far-reaching consequences.
Metaphysics
Aristotle
Explore Aristotle's profound exploration of being, substance, and the fundamental nature of reality in Metaphysics. This seminal work delves into the essence of existence and the principles that govern the cosmos, inviting readers to contemplate the very foundations of knowledge and understanding.
Leviathan or the Matter, Forme, & Power of a Common-wealth Ecclesiasticall and Civill
Thomas Hobbes
A foundational work of political philosophy, Leviathan explores the nature of society, government, and the social contract. Hobbes argues for a strong central authority to maintain order and security, delving into the complexities of human nature and the structure of the ideal commonwealth.
Licence to be Bad
Jonathan Aldred
Explore how economic ideas have subtly corrupted our thinking, leading us to accept actions and activities that were once considered unacceptable. From the global financial crisis to corporate culture, this book examines the transformation in our understanding of trust, justice, fairness, and social responsibility, and how economics has come to shape our society.
The Nicomachean Ethics
Aristotle
Explore Aristotle's profound treatise on ethics, a cornerstone of Western philosophy. Delve into the concepts of happiness, virtue, and the good life, and discover how they relate to politics and society. This edition, translated by David Ross and revised by Lesley Brown, offers insightful commentary and essential background information for modern readers.
Doing Philosophy
Timothy Williamson
An exploration of philosophical methods, arguing that philosophy is a science that addresses questions of stupendous generality. It emphasizes the importance of common sense and critical thinking in philosophical inquiry, and how philosophy can answer questions of the traditional ambitious kind.
An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding
David Hume
David Hume's 'An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding' is a seminal work in philosophy, challenging traditional metaphysics and advocating for an empirically based, naturalistic worldview. This edition presents Hume's mature theoretical philosophy, including his skepticism about induction and causation, compatibilist account of free will, and rejection of religious miracles.
Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
A personal and philosophical diary written in Greek by an intellectual Roman emperor without any thought or intention of publication - and remain of unique interest and relevance to the modern world. These writings reveal a mind of great humanity and natural humility, formed in the Stoic tradition, which has long been admired.