“…El autor intenta a partir del análisis de sus conceptos básicos, mediar entre el mundo académico y el público en general para demostrar cómo Nietzsche, despues de más de un siglo de historia, nos sigue seduciendo con sus ideas…”

“…José María Barrio, el autor ofrece de forma viva y ágil numerosas ideas especialmente relevantes en un momento en el que está en juego el futuro ideológico de Europa así como el papel que corresponde al cristianismo en la vida pública de nuestras sociedades…”

“…A través de los textos de Agustín, Ambrosio y Jerónimo, el historiador analiza la paulatina influencia de ideas como la renuncia a la riqueza, la virtud de la pobreza, la limosna o la caridad, que fueron popularizándose entre los estamentos más modestos del Imperio en crisis hasta desbancar a las antiguas formas de filantropía tan arraigadas en el mundo romano…”

“…The writings in this text reinforce the idea that the promotion of equity in schools is essentially a social process that has to occur within particular contexts…”

“…Despite the fact that many of Weber’s books, foremost among them, Economy and Society and The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism, are classics and continue to be read, there has never been a single-volume treatment of Weber’s life and thought in English.In reversing this critical neglect, John Patrick Diggins challenges Weber’s iconic status and in the process uncovers another side of Weber: one influenced by Nietzche, one whose deep belief in individualism bound him close to the Emersonian tradition in America, one with a Lincoln-like sense of history as tragedy, and one with a sober sense of the responsibilities of the state.Diggins brilliantly connects the critical moments of Weber’s life—and in particular, his experience of America—to his most enduring ideas on power, capitalism, bureaucracy, and science. …”

“…Through compelling narrative, in-depth research, and shrewd analysis, The Strategist brings color and focus to the complex and often secretive nature of US foreign policy--an intellectual battlefield on which personalities, ideas, and worldviews clash, dramatically shaping the world in which we live…”

“…¿Por qué algunos de los filósofos modernos más aclamados optan por ellos a la hora de formular sus ideas más complejas? Este libro pretende dar respuesta a estas y otras preguntas a partir de una aproximación al aforismo en distintas culturas, como las de las antiguas China y Grecia, la tradición de los autores bíblicos, el Renacimiento europeo o la filosofía occidental del siglo XIX -- Contracubierta…”

“…Finally, in the Kalahari Sands region to the east, the environment required settlement in small villages along the fertile riverbanks. Collective ideas about society as an interplay of statuses, roles, and individual distinction led to a variety of local elaborations on a shared institutional foundation of villages, vicinages (collectivities of villages), and sodalities based on age and gender…”

“…After assessing the strengths and weaknesses of arguments for assisted suicide and euthanasia, Gorsuch builds a nuanced, novel, and powerful moral and legal argument against legalization, one based on a principle that, surprisingly, has largely been overlooked in the debate--the idea that human life is intrinsically valuable and that intentional killing is always wrong. …”
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“…She also shows the extent to which different media shaped the modern image of the ancient repertory, an image that gave rise to conflicting notions not only of musical performance but of the very idea of music history. Library of Congress subject headings for this publication: Gregorian chants History and criticism, Abbaye Saint-Pierre de Solesmes…”

“…Through extensive archival research and a systematic study of sample programs from Sesame Street's first ten seasons, Morrow tells the story of Sesame Street's creation; the ideas, techniques, organization, and funding behind it; its place in public discourse; and its ultimate and unfortunate failure as an agent of commercial television reform…”

“…Instead these accounts are prescriptive: they attempt to canonize a narrow, parochial, and contestable set of ideas about appropriate group culture and to discredit more cosmopolitan lifestyles, commitments, and values. …”

“…No sólo la mayoría de ciudadanos carece de nociones económicas básicas, sino que las élites políticas e intelectuales también suelen ser ignorantes en la materia.Frente a los «economistas de salón», expertos debatiendo desde sus torres de marfil, Kaiser sostiene que lo que necesitamos son economistas callejeros, capaces de exigir un mínimo de sensatez y racionalidad a los políticos y líderes de opinión.A partir de las ideas de gigantes de la economía como Friedrich Hayek, Ludwig von Mises, Joseph Schumpeter y Milton Friedman, Kaiser presenta un texto accesible e introductorio que busca contribuir a superar buena parte de las patologías políticas y de las ideologías que destruyen nuestras sociedades y arruinan nuestra libertad -- Contracubierta…”

“…"La doctrina y la práctica religiosas han sido uno de los principales difusores de las ideas, subjetividades y políticas neoliberales. Los historiadores e intelectuales han recuperado las escuelas neoliberales de Ginebra y Friburgo, Virginia y Chicago, Viena y Colonia; pero, en este libro, Bethany Moreton aboga por añadir a esa extensa lista de grupos creadores de opinión y estrategias la mundialmente conocida como «Escuela de Navarra», igualmente heterogénea pero asimismo identificable con las redes neoliberales actuales. …”

“…Taking a fresh approach, the authors use the themes of optimization, equilibrium, and empiricism to illustrate the power of simple economic ideas, and their ability to explain, predict, and improve what happens in the world. …”

“…Teachers will find A reader-friendly overview of project-based learning that includes current findings on brain development and connections with Common Core standards Numerous how-to's and sample projects for every K-12 grade level Strategies for integrating project learning into all main subject areas, across disciplines, and with current technology and social media Ways to involve the community through student field research, special guests, and ideas for showcasing student work Whether you are new to project-based learning or ready to strengthen your existing classroom projects, you'll find a full suite of strategies and tools in this essential book…”

“…Aunque muchas personas conozcan las ideas de fray Bartolomé de las Casas, lo que pueden hallar de nuevo en este libro de viajes es el ambiente, minuciosamente relatado, con que este se encontró al llegar a su silla episcopal: las estructuras coloniales de poder y sus efectos sobre la población nativa, las relaciones entre los poderosos y sus vínculos familiares. …”

“…Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable…”

“…Ali reveals that no other modern thinker than Lenin has better understood, nor more clearly articulated, the need to change the world. But do Lenin's ideas, as expressed in his actions and his political writings, still have any significance for us?…”

“…As the “Techniques” title implies, faculty can turn to this book to find multiple ideas at different points throughout the semester…”