|
|
|
 Free Download Thomas Foster, "The Souls of Cyberfolk: Posthumanism as Vernacular Theory (Volume 13) " English | ISBN: 0816634068 | 2005 | 344 pages | PDF | 4 MB In The Souls of Cyberfolk, Thomas Foster traces the transformation of cyberpunk from a literary movement into a multimedia cultural phenomenon. He examines how cyberpunk defined a framework for thinking about the cultural implications of new technologies - a framework flexible enough to incorporate issues of gender, queer sexualities, and ethnic and racial differences as well as developments in nationalist models of citizenship and global economic flows. Beginning with William Gibson's paradigmatic text Neuromancer, and continuing through the works of Maureen McHugh, Melissa Scott, Neal Stephenson, Greg Egan, and Ken MacLeod, Foster measures cyberpunk's reach into social and philosophical movements (the Extropy Institute), commercial art (Hajime Sorayama's gynoids or sexy robot illustrations), comic books (Deathlok), film (Robocop), and music video (from Billy Idol's Cyberpunk album). The central challenge that cyberpunk poses for cultural critics, Foster argues, is to understand what happens when the technological denaturalization of physical embodiment becomes the norm. This question acquires urgency as the focus of his book moves beyond the typical technocultural concerns with gender and sexuality to consider race and models of citizenship - a shift that constitutes one of the book's most original contributions to scholarship on the topic.
 Free Download Deryck Beyleveld, "The Sole Fact of Pure Reason: Kant's Quasi-Ontological Argument for the Categorical Imperative " English | ISBN: 3110691256 | 2020 | 237 pages | PDF | 818 KB This book presents a comprehensive analysis of Kant's justification of the categorical imperative. The book contests the standard interpretation of Kant's views by arguing that he never abandoned his view about this as expressed in his Groundwork. It is distinctive in the way in which it places Kant's argument in the context of his transcendental philosophy as a whole, which is essential to understand it as an argument from within human agential self-understanding. The book reviews that existing literature, then presents a logical construction of Kant's argument, which it defends by examining what Kant has to say about synthetic a priori practical propositions in the context of his transcendental philosophy as a whole, and by a detailed examination of how he presents his argument in the Second Critique and the Groundwork. Particular attention is given to the views of two scholars who share many of the views expressed in this book: Klaus Steigleder and Michael Wolff. Special attention is also given to the views of Owen Ware, who, while sharing many of our arguments has a very different overall view. The concluding chapter provides a statement about the validity of Kant's argument.  Free Download The Slow Down: For the Love of Home by Leanne Ford English | October 1, 2024 | ISBN: 1419771078 | 224 pages | MOBI | 49 Mb Designer and HGTV personality Leanne Ford shares design secrets and personal reflections on how she creates her warm, chic, and easy-going aesthetic-and how you can do the same  Free Download The Simplified DaVinci Resolve 19 Handbook: The Essential Guide to Editing, Grading, and Visual Effects for Beginners and Pros English | 2025 | ASIN : B0DZ6SRKQ2 | 291 Pages | EPUB | 37 MB
 Free Download Josef & Reinhard Wages & Markner, "The Secret School of Wisdom: The Authentic Rituals and Doctrines of the Illuminati" English | 2015 | ISBN: 0853185808 | PDF | pages: 225 | 8.2 mb The Secret School of Wisdom - The Authentic Rituals and Doctrines of the Illuminati is a pioneering text, a full working manual of the Order, and an astounding insight into the world''s most intriguing secret society. For more than two hundred years, the world has held a prejudiced view of the Illuminati. Much has been claimed for and against the Order - its name synonymous with secrecy, intrigue, and mystery in the modern context, despite a poverty of concrete evidence in the English language. Little has been said about the factual structure and development through its life cycle. The Secret School of Wisdom - The Authentic Rituals and Doctrines of the Illuminati, is a ground-breaking text. It marks the first time that a comprehensive ritual book for the society has been re-assembled. Every degree, its instruction and associated texts, has been included and assembled in chronological order of progression. The reader is guided along the same path as many of Germany''s most enlightened men, as they were in the years immediately prior to the French Revolution. Much of this material has never been published - let alone translated into English. Supplemental texts are included to gain further historical insight into the Order and all documents have been checked for accuracy with the original archival texts.  Free Download The Science of Narcissism: A Simple Guide to Self-Obsessed Behavior (Science Books) by Skriuwer.com English | January 14, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DT4Q4KVX | EPUB | 1.06 Mb The Science of Narcissism is a straightforward look at one of the most talked-about parts of human behavior: narcissism. This eBook explains narcissism in a way that's easy to understand and helps readers see how it affects not just individuals but everyone around them.  Free Download The Science of Happiness: Seven Lessons for Living Well by Bruce Hood English | December 3, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0D7QXD6XQ | 274 pages | PDF | 4.14 Mb World-renowned happiness expert Bruce Hood presents seven simple, but life-changing lessons that Booklist calls "a fresh mix of accessible science, common sense, and examples from a variety of countries" to help readers reconnect with the things that truly matter.  Free Download Weixiao Wei, "The Routledge Handbook of the Sociopolitical Context of Language Learning " English | ISBN: 1032503610 | 2025 | 548 pages | PDF | 15 MB The Routledge Handbook of the Sociopolitical Context of Language Learning is a compelling examination of how language education must adapt to our rapidly changing world. This book explores the need for a fresh perspective on language learning, moving beyond traditional methods to address the complexities of today's global landscape. It delves into the impact of geopolitical shifts, cultural exchanges, and social justice issues on language education.  Free Download P. J. E. Kail, "The Routledge Guidebook to Hume's A Treatise of Human Nature " English | ISBN: 113894355X | 2025 | 240 pages | PDF | 2 MB David Hume is widely acknowledged as the greatest philosopher to have written in the English language. His 1739/40 A Treatise of Human Nature is commonly regarded as his masterpiece. It is a profound work of great ambition, seeking to reorient philosophy by establishing a 'science of human nature'.
 Free Download The Rough Guide to Kent, Sussex & Surrey: Travel Guide with eBook (Rough Guides Main Series) by Rough Guides English | August 20, 2024 | ISBN: 1835290086 | 320 pages | MOBI | 37 Mb This Kent, Sussex & Surrey guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Kent, Sussex & Surrey travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards. |
: 