Christopher Rowe Knihy

Česká mutace známého amerického sci-fi a fantasy magazínu přináší legendární obsah! Magazín Fantasy & Science Fiction, který vychází v USA téměř šedesát let, se stal nejlepším zdrojem fantastické povídky na světě. Česká edice, ve spolupráci s americkou redakcí, nabízí klasiku i příběhy současných autorů. Každé dva měsíce se můžete ponořit do světa spisovatelské fantazie. Povídka Žena ze Schrödingerových vlnových rovnic od Eugena Mirabelliho zkoumá známé přísloví, zatímco Gardner Dozois nás zavede do alternativního světa po americké občanské válce v příběhu Alternativa. Robert Reed nás přivítá na palubě obří mimozemské Lodi v noveletě Královnina řeka. Christopher Rowe se v povídce Mapa a víra zamýšlí nad tím, zda víra může měnit svět. Obyvatelé Městečka Okanoggan Falls se v noveletě Carolyn Ives Gilmanové probouzejí do reality mimozemské invaze, která je nutí k vystěhování kvůli důlním pracím. Mary Rickertová v poetické Cestě do království zkoumá pravdu za legendou o dceři strážce majáku. Magazín Fantasy & Science Fiction je splněným snem pro každého milovníka dobrých a čtivých příběhů.

Beginning with Homer and ending in late antiquity with Christian and pagan reflections on divine and human order, this volume is the first general and comprehensive treatment of Rome ever to be published in English. Its international team of distinguished scholars includes historians of law, politics, culture and religion, as well as philosophers. The volume will long remain an accessible and authoritative guide to Greek and Roman thinking about government and community.

This comprehensive reassessment by a senior scholar delves into the entirety of Plato's philosophical contributions and methods. It offers new insights into his ideas, exploring their relevance and impact across various domains of thought. The work encourages readers to reconsider established interpretations and highlights the enduring significance of Plato's philosophy in contemporary discussions.

In this thrilling sequel, the adventure continues with even more excitement and peril. Characters face new challenges and formidable foes as they delve deeper into a world filled with mystery and danger. With a blend of humor and heart-pounding action, the story promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Expect unexpected twists and engaging developments that build on the foundations laid in the first book, ensuring a captivating experience for fans of the series.

Exploring the intricacies of human relationships, "Lasting Ties" delves into the essential elements that foster enduring connections. The book offers insights into communication, emotional intelligence, and the importance of shared experiences. Through real-life examples and practical advice, it guides readers on how to nurture and maintain meaningful bonds across various aspects of life, including family, friendships, and romantic partnerships. Ultimately, it emphasizes the transformative power of lasting relationships for personal fulfillment and happiness.

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'I'll stop doing it as soon as I understand what I'm doing.' Somewhere between a historical account and work of philosophy, Socrates' Defence details the final plea of Plato's beloved mentor. Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Plato (474 BC-347 BC). Plato's works available in Penguin Classics are Republic, The Last Days of Socrates, The Laws, Phaedrus, Protagoras and Meno, Timaeus and Critias, Theaetetus, Early Socratic Dialogues, The Symposium and Gorgias.