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Ian Buruma explores the life and death of Baruch Spinoza, the Enlightenment thinker whose belief in freedom of thought and speech resonates in our own time
Baruch (Benedictus) Spinoza (1632-1677) was a radical free thinker who led a life guided by strong moral principles despite his disbelief in an all-seeing God. Seen by many as Satan's disciple during his lifetime, Spinoza has been regarded as a secular saint since his death. Many contradictory beliefs have been attached to his name: rationalism or metaphysics, atheism or pantheism, liberalism or despotism, Jewishness or anti-Semitism. However, there is no question that he viewed freedom of thought and speech as essential to an open and free society.
In this insightful account, the award-winning author Ian Buruma stresses the importance of the time and place that shaped Spinoza, beginning with the Sephardim of Amsterdam and followed by the politics of the Dutch Republic. Though Spinoza rejected the basic assumptions of his family's faith, and was consequently expelled from his Sephardic community, Buruma argues that Spinoza did indeed lead a modern Jewish life. To Heine, Hess, Marx, Freud, and no doubt many others today, Spinoza exemplified how to be Jewish without believing in Judaism. His defense of universal freedom is as important for our own time as it was in his.
Curious about the game of cricket? Start here!
Cricket For Dummies, Third Edition will help you understand the basics of cricket, the internationally popular sport that has leagues around the globe. With this guide, you can enjoy watching matches, and even set up a casual game with friends. The book includes clear explanations of the rules, step-by-step guides to strategy and tactics, and info on all the most popular tournaments around the globe. Learn about the cricket greats of today and yesterday, plus get updates on the latest developments, including Major League Cricket and the Cricket World Cup. This new edition of Cricket For Dummies is a fascinating and thorough introduction to the sport, in the classic, easy-to-understand Dummies style.
- Learn the laws of cricket so you can watch games and follow league play
- Set up a game of cricket and play with your friends
- Get the latest updates in the cricket world, including upcoming must-watch tournaments
- Figure out the strategies and techniques that make cricket so interesting
Cricket For Dummies, Third Edition is a valuable resource for new fans who want to understand the game of cricket.
A playful, analytical, informed, and poetic exploration of the delight and transformative power of real-life encounters.
The light touch of a hairdresser's hands on one's scalp, the euphoric energy of a nightclub, huddling with strangers under a shelter in the rain, a spontaneous snowball fight in the street, a daily interaction with a homeless man-such mundane connections, when we closely inhabit the same space, and touch or are touched by others, were nearly lost to 'social distancing.' Will we ever again shake hands without a thought?
In this deeply rewarding book, Andy Field brings together history, science, psychology, queer theory, and pop culture with his love of urban life and his own experiences-both as a city-dweller and as a performance artist-to forge creative connections: walking hand-in-hand with strangers, knocking on doors, staging encounters in parked cars. In considering twelve different kinds of encounters, from car rides to video calls to dog-walker chats in the park, Field argues 'that in the spontaneity and joy of our meetings with each other, we might find the faint outline of a better future.'
Somebody out there wants to hurt them . . .
When Ben and Deborah leave the city to start a new life in the beautiful countryside, they can almost taste their perfect future-growing their own food, the kids running free, peace and silence.
But as soon as they arrive in their new home bad things start to happen. And it becomes clear that somebody out there wants them gone.
But ex-crime reporter Deborah doesn't scare easily. This is the life she's dreamed of for her family and she's not giving up on it without a fight.
As the campaign against the family intensifies and becomes truly terrifying, Deborah is determined to unmask whoever is trying to hurt them and starts to dig for the truth.
What she finds is more twisted and horrifying than she could ever have imagined.
Fight to survive.
Faced with life behind bars, Sam Pope has made peace with his fight being over. After discovering the harrowing truth behind Project Hailstorm and bringing down the corrupt General Wallace, Sam is abruptly sent to Ashcroft prison.
A secret, maximum security prison known as 'The Grid', housing the most dangerous criminals and a sadistic team of guards to keep them in line.
All of them baying for Sam's blood.
As Sam fights for his survival, Mac is fighting for his chance of vengeance. With Blackridge disbanded, Sam's former comrade makes his way back to the UK to settle the score once and for all. But with Sam off the grid, Mac is willing to go to extreme lengths to draw him out, putting those Sam holds dearest in terrifying danger.
THE FINAL MILE is another installment in the blistering, international best-selling Sam Pope series, that will thrill fans of Lee Child, Mark Dawson and Chis Ryan.
What the readers are saying:
'This is a typical Sam Pope adventure that goes 0/60 in seconds flat and keeps the accelerator pressed to the floor.'
'Guaranteed that you are locked in until the final page.'
'I wanted to make it last but couldn't put it down...'
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Cragfeld was a remote island in a magical world, once a happy place until its Kingdom was overpowered by a cruel Ice Queen who would do anything for the throne. Having imprisoned her own sister, the rightful Queen, in a tomb of ice, there was little hope for the people of Cragfeld who were under a dark curse.
Rose however had never fitted in and seemed immune from the dark curse. Little did she know her life was about to change forever, as the mountain dwelling Grocklings knew Rose was their only hope to save Cragfeld. Rose finds herself thrown into a whirlwind adventure to find Ordram. In a magical land of Dragons, Ogres, Sneckaluses and tormenting mermaids, Rose discovers more than she could have ever imagined.
Every fight must end...
After surviving the onslaught of Blackridge in Rome, Sam Pope has been lying low in Italy. With the world changing files in his possession, Sam is faced with the choice of disappearing or bringing down General Wallace for good. When it becomes apparent that his fight will eventually cost him all those he keeps dear, Sam returns to the UK to finally bring it all to an end.
To bring down Wallace.
To discover the truth about Project Hailstorm.
General Wallace is watching. Waiting. The moment Sam Pope appears on the map, he will take him down. But he isn't the only person who wants the truth kept buried and a dangerous ally emerges. Whilst their truce is a shaky one, they share one goal - to take out Sam Pope and keep Project Hailstorm hidden from the world. Set on a collision course, Sam and Wallace know there is only one way the fight ends.
TOO FAR GONE is another installment in the blistering, international best-selling Sam Pope series, that will thrill fans of Lee Child, Mark Dawson and Chis Ryan.
What the readers are saying:
'I feel like Sam Pope is going to be our new Jack Reacher!'
'This could be one of the modern great crime thriller series. '
'If you like a detailed plot with realistic action and believable characters - look no further.'
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THE HUNT BEGINS.
Sam Pope is back in the third action packed entry in the international best selling series.
After his one man war on crime takes him to the depths of the Ukrainian underworld, Sam Pope is accosted by an elite United States military outfit known as Blackridge. Under the threat of incarceration for his crimes, Sam agrees to join their squad when he finds out they are hunting his former mentor through Europe - Sergeant Carl Marsden.
Suspicious of their accusations of terrorism, Sam joins the hunt, hoping to get to him first and to find out why Marsden is running. As the chase intensifies and the body count rises, the truth about global terrorism and Project Hailstorm soon become terrifyingly clear. Hunted by two countries, as well as a mysterious man in black, Sam faces his most dangerous mission yet.
LONG ROAD HOME is an action packed thriller that will delight fans of Lee Child, Mark Dawson, Vince Flynn and Rob Sinclair.
What the readers are saying:
'This is a great book that I had to read in one sitting- it’s that good. '
'Quality all the way, and thoroughly recommended. '
'There are so many secrets, all carefully teased out, so you never know what will hit you next.'
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SOMEONE HAS TO FIGHT BACK.
Sam Pope is back, in the explosive sequel to The Night Shift. As his mission against organised crime rages on, Sam Pope finds himself the target of a dedicated task force led by a tenacious young inspector. In the midst of a gun fight with a violent street gang, he finds a desperate father venturing into a world he doesn’t understand, searching for a daughter he will never see again.
Realising that the net is tightening and the clock is ticking, Sam burns a hole right through the under belly of London to find the missing girl, finding himself in the cross hairs of some of the most dangerous people in the city.
The Takers is a brutal, action packed thriller that will delight fans of Lee Child, Mark Dawson, Vince Flynn and Rob Sinclair.
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'The Takers is an action-packed thriller that had me glued to every page!'
'The Sam Pope series is a must read for me.'
'...not for the feint hearted but it certainly lives up to its billing.'
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Nuts At Christmas - A Christmas Calamity Caper!It's Christmas Eve and Will Harding is handed one job to do by his wife… get a Christmas tree! It's a simple enough task for any normal person. When he takes his three best friends along for the ride, Geordie, Robbo and Flaky… then nothing is simple… and no-one is normal.This Christmas it's different at the Harding house. They've invited their best friends and children to enjoy the festivities at their home in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales—at least, Will's wife has. Will is not entirely confident he can survive a week in close proximity to his dysfunctional friends.
His wife has been asking him for days to buy a Christmas tree, but he insists a tree should only be brought into the house on the day before Christmas.
As Christmas Eve arrives, it's time for him to get a tree.
He sets off with good intent, with his best pals to lend a helping hand. However, heavy snowfall, the lure of English country pubs, and a disgruntled Lord of the Manor throw a massive spanner in the works. Add to that, Geordie's propensity for stupidity, Robbo's fondness for wacky‑baccy, and Flaky's insufferable lecturing—well… what could possibly go wrong?
Five adorable, innocent little children await their tree. Will it be delivered? And do they even care? The kids have one thing on their mind - Santa! However, the Santa which appears in the garden later that night is not the one they were expecting.
Can Will and his pals save Christmas from becoming another disaster, or will it turn into a bleak mid-winter?
Download now and find out!A feelgood Christmas read that will fill your stockings with laughter!
A Shooting Star Series Novella
A freak accident on board the HMS Spartan during a sea battle with the French navy in 1804 catapults Midshipman Harry Heron and his shipmates Ferghal O'Connor and Danny Gunn four hundred years into the future, landing them on the NECS Vanguard, flagship of the World Treaty Organisation Fleet. While Captain Blackwood and Major Heron sort out the mystery and determine whether the young men are alive or dead, Harry and his friends are faced with the challenge of learning new roles aboard a spaceship. Just as they have found their footing, they are called upon to assist the Fleet in a rescue mission on the planet Pangaea, giving them the opportunity to prove that their unique skills from the past are still very relevant in the far distant future.
