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1) Bratislava
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Bratislava es una bella e histórica ciudad que despertó del socialismo y, casi sin tiempo a reaccionar, se vio convertida en capital de un joven país, Eslovaquia. Dinámica y emprendedora, la ciudad vive un momento crucial que hace que se construya y se reconstruya constantemente. Aún así, conserva un centro histórico pleno de encanto, pequeño y recogido, con calles de adoquines y viejas casonas que testimonian un pasado de esplendor. En la...
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A brilliant cross-cultural interpretation of a key text of yoga philosophy
The Yoga Sutrasof Patañjali is the foundational text of yoga philosophy, used by millions of yoga practitioners and students worldwide. Written in a question-and-answer format, The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali deals with the theory and practice of yoga and the psychological question of the liberation of the soul from attachments.
This book is a new rendering into English of...
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Buddhist teacher and anthropologist Joan Halifax delves into "the fruitful darkness" the shadow side of being, found in the root truths of Native religions, the fecundity of nature, and the stillness of meditation. In The Fruitful Darkness, a highly personal and insightful odyssey of the heart and mind, she encounters Tibetan Buddhist mediators, Mexican shamans, and Native American elders, among others. In rapt prose, she recounts her explorations...
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Walpola Rahula's What the Buddha Taught is a perennial backlist bestseller and has proven to be an indispensable guide to beginning Buddhism. It is renowned for its authoritative, clear, logical, and comprehensive approach. The Heritage of the Bhikkhu is a vivid account of the Buddhist's monk's role as a servant to people's needs as a follower and teacher of the basic Buddhist principles. In this fascinating and informative volume, the author emphasizes...
7) Budapest
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Esta guía de Budapest recopila lo mejor de la capital de Hungría para sacar el máximo provecho a una escapada de varios días. Se detallan los puntos de imprescindible visita, se proponen los mejores recorridos por la ciudad (con la posibilidad de seguir la ruta con Google Maps), se recomiendan restaurantes especialmente seleccionados para esta guía, así como tiendas de interés para el visitante y los principales eventos que tienen lugar en...
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An anthology of poems dedicated to the people of Palestine and their long struggle for freedom"Poems for Palestine" was launched as a project aiming to collect together verse written by the people of Palestine, as a website open to all comers, all free to upload their work. The broad spectrum of the resulting talent displays a multitude of different poetic styles, subject matters, and emotions. The role of art, and poetry...
9) Ukraine History: A Comprehensive Look at Ukraine's Rich & Complex History of Empires, Nationalism, W
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Ukraine's complex history has long been a mystery to many For centuries, this nation has been shaped by many forces, from empires and wars to nationalism and political strife. Discover Ukraine's past from ancient times to today with this engaging book Delve deep into the many factors that have shaped this nation's past, from its mediaeval origins to its struggles under foreign empires, and discover how it has emerged as an independent force. Drawing...
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Welcome to Slovenia, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Europe! As you embark on your journey through Slovenia, be prepared to be captivated by the country's natural wonders, enchanted by its rich history, and embraced by its warm and welcoming culture. This is just a glimpse of what awaits you in this captivating land. So, pack your bags, open your heart, and get ready to uncover the hidden treasures of Slovenia.
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Is religion compatible with science? "The Tao of Physics" by Fritjof Capra famously attempted to draw parallels between modern physics and Eastern mysticism. What Capra conspicuously avoided was any comparison between the Abrahamic religions and physics. These religions of faith have no scientific component. The West has, in the last few hundred years, been the engine of scientific progress, yet the dominant religions of the West are anti-scientific....
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Acclaimed literary critic George Steiner on two of the literary canon's greatest and most influential writers "Literary criticism," writes Steiner, "should arise out of a debt of love." Abiding by his own rule, Tolstoy or Dostoevsky is an impassioned work, inspired by Steiner's conviction that the legacies of these two Russian masters loom over Western literature. By explaining how Leo Tolstoy and Fyodor Dostoevsky differ from each other, Steiner...
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The Tantrāloka is a voluminous masterwork of the 10th century philosopher-saint, Abhinavagupta. It is a veritable encyclopedia of non-dual Shaivism, a spiritual treasure-trove containing a glorious synthesis of all the schools that make up Kashmir Shaivism, also known as Trika.
This third volume contains an English translation of the fourth āhnika (chapter) of the Tantrāloka, dealing with śaktopāya, the means (upāya) pertaining to knowledge...
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The real Dracula was far from Bram Stoker's well-mannered aristocrat. Better known as Vlad the Impaler, he was named for his favoured execution method: running a spear through his victim's lower body, then standing them upright so it skewered their vital organs.
In a world ruled by petty tyrants and constantly at war, the young Dracula was held hostage by the Turks while his father was assassinated and his brother was buried alive. Finally released,...
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Get the Summary of Adiva Geffen's Surviving The Forest in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Surviving The Forest" by Adiva Geffen tells the poignant story of the Shidlovsky family, Jewish residents of the Polish village Wolka Zablocka, before and during the Holocaust. The family, including Yaakov Mendel, his wife Taiba, and their daughter Shurka, live a peaceful life, deeply rooted in Jewish traditions and community...
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Get the Summary of George Saunders's A Swim in a Pond in the Rain in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. In "A Swim in a Pond in the Rain," George Saunders provides an in-depth analysis of storytelling through the examination of Russian literature. He dissects Anton Chekhov's "In the Cart," exploring how details like character backgrounds and setting shape the narrative and reader expectations. Saunders discusses the...
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Step into the ancient world and journey through the annals of history to explore the mighty Assyrian Empire in this captivating narrative. "The Assyrian Empire" offers a comprehensive account of one of the most formidable civilizations of the ancient Near East.From its humble beginnings in the fertile lands of Mesopotamia to its zenith as a dominant force in the ancient world, this book delves into the rise of the Assyrian Empire. Readers will embark...
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Kitāb al-Shifā (Book of Healing) is a systematic philosophical corpus of Ibn Sīnā (d.1037) that is written in a way that covers all areas of philosophy. Ibn Sīnā preserved the traditional hierarchy of chapters in his book. He discussed the topic by first mentioning the views of philosophers who came before him, analyzing those views, and then recording the resulting information he obtained on the subject.Many academic articles delve into specific...
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Bushido, "the way (or the moral) of the warrior") is a Japanese term describing a codified samurai way of life, loosely analogous to the concept of chivalry in Europe.The "way" originates from the samurai moral values, most commonly stressing some combination of frugality, loyalty, martial arts mastery, and honor until death. Born from Neo-Confucianism during times of peace in Tokugawa Japan and following Confucian texts, Bushido was also influenced...
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Get the Summary of Nathan Thrall's A Day in the Life of Abed Salama in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. A Day in the Life of Abed Salama by Nathan Thrall tells the story of Abed Salama, a Palestinian man from Anata, and his experiences amid the Israeli occupation and Palestinian resistance. Abed's early life is marked by a secret romance with Ghazl, his involvement with the Democratic Front for the Liberation of...
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