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Thomas Taylor

    Thomas Taylor byl anglický překladatel a novoplatonik, který jako první přeložil do angličtiny kompletní díla Aristotela a Platóna, stejně jako orfické zlomky. Během více než 50 let své plodné kariéry zanechal rozsáhlé literární dědictví. Jeho práce se zaměřuje na filozofické a mystické tradice starověku, které zpřístupnil širšímu publiku prostřednictvím svých pečlivých překladů. Taylorova oddanost předávání těchto klasických textů zdůrazňuje jeho roli v udržování a šíření starověké moudrosti.

    Thomas Taylor
    Gargantis
    Introduction to the Philosophy and Writings of Plato
    Shadowghast
    Festergrimm
    Mermedusa
    Malamandr
    • The book serves as a critical examination of Calvinism, addressing its theological implications and historical significance. Aimed at preserving its legacy, this modern edition has been carefully reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability, distinguishing it from typical scanned reproductions. The effort to present this classical work in an accessible format highlights its enduring relevance for both contemporary readers and future generations.

      A Solemn Caution Against the Ten Horns of Calvinism2024
    • Theoretic Arithmetic of the Pythagoreans

      • 308 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      The treatise explores the Pythagorean philosophy of numbers, emphasizing its significance in Western thought. Authored by Thomas Taylor, a prominent Platonist and translator of classical works, this comprehensive overview incorporates insights from ancient Greek philosophers like Plato and Aristotle. It serves as a crucial resource for those interested in the intersections of mathematics and philosophy, highlighting Pythagoreanism's enduring influence on modern intellectual history. An introduction by Manly P. Hall further enriches the text.

      Theoretic Arithmetic of the Pythagoreans2024
    • Introduction to the Philosophy and Writings of Plato

      in large print

      • 152 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení

      This book is a reproduction of a historical work, specifically designed in large print to enhance readability for individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a company dedicated to making historical texts more accessible, it aims to preserve the original content while ensuring that it can be enjoyed by a wider audience.

      Introduction to the Philosophy and Writings of Plato2024
    • It is midwinter once again, and the hosts of a paranormal podcast have descended on Eerie-on-Sea eager for a sighting of the legendary malamander. Herbert Lemon, Lost-and-Founder at the Grand Nautilus Hotel, is feeling uneasy and not just because of the visitors. He's being plagued by unsettling dreams, and the head-splitting "Eerie Hum" that is reverberating through the town. Something is dreadfully wrong, and it seems to be coming from Eerie's very core. Herbie and his friend Violet Parma will need all their courage as they head deep below the town to seek answers. Perhaps here, finally, they and the malamander too, will discover the Deepest Secret of Eerie-on-Sea.

      Mermedusa2023
      4,5
    • Featuring two hundred detailed drawings, this reference book is ideal for scientists, amateur botanists, and seed enthusiasts interested in the early stages of plant life. It provides a comprehensive visual guide to cultivated plants from various regions, enhancing understanding of seedling development and diversity.

      Taylor's Seedling Drawings: A Catalog of Cotyledons2022
    • Too Many Tickles!

      • 24 stránek
      • 1 hodina čtení

      An irresistibly silly and charming story about fun and family, with tongue- twisting text from award-winning writer, Thomas Taylor, and lovingly-rendered illustrations from the critically-acclaimed, Penny Dann.

      Too Many Tickles!2022
      4,0
    • Festergrimm

      • 310 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      When Herbie and Violet's arch-enemy Sebastian Eels turns up in Eerie-on-Sea, seemingly back from the dead, it can only spell bad news. The town may welcome his entrepreneurial scheme to resurrect Festergrimm's Waxworks, a dusty and defunct old gallery of spooky characters from Eerie legend, but Herbie and Violet are suspicious of his motives. And when they learn the legend of Ludo Festergrimm the clockmaker, creator of a vast mechanical robot that wrought havoc in the wrong hands, they KNOW they're on the right track. But how can they get the residents of Eerie-on-Sea to believe them?

      Festergrimm2022
      4,3
    • Ústava má formu velice rozsáhlého dialogu, ovšem nepřímého: Sókratés zde vypráví o rozhovoru, jehož se účastnili také Glaukón, Polemarchos, Thrasymachos, Adeimantos, Kefalos a Kleitofón. Má deset knih a hlavním tématem díla je spravedlnost na úrovni jedince i státu, kniha se však dotýkái mnoha dalších oblastí, včetně umění, výchovy, práva, vědy atd. V sedmé knize, věnované hlavně vědám a vzdělávání, je jeden z nejslavnějších Platónových textů, Mýtus o jeskyni (514a-518a). Spolu s jedním z posledních Platónových děl, Zákony, zakládá Ústava zvláštní žánr utopie, myšlenkového experimentu s možnostmi spravedlivého uspořádání lidských společností.

      Ústava2022
      4,1
    • Malamander Tom 3 Cieniostrach

      • 380 stránek
      • 14 hodin čtení

      Herbert Lemon, osierocony rozbitek prowadzący Biuro Rzeczy Znalezionych w hotelu Grand Nautilus, staje przed kolejnym wyzwaniem – tym razem musi się zmierzyć ze stworem z miejskich legend i… z duchami swojej przeszłości. Gdy w innych miastach obchodzi się Halloween, w Widmowym Porcie nastaje Upiorna Noc, podczas której na mieszkańców miasteczka czyha ponura zjawa ukryta w lampionie. Jak głosi legenda, jeśli nie zapalą oni wówczas świeczek, a na przystani nie odbędzie się spektakl teatru cieni, które należy złożyć w ofierze Cienistemu Upiorowi, ten schwyta i pochłonie cienie żyjących. Tym razem sprowadzono zawodową trupę teatralną, której członkini Caliastra, magiczka o kruczoczarnych włosach, wie zaskakująco dużo o pochodzeniu Herbiego. Ledwie aktorzy zameldują się w hotelu, mieszkańcy miasteczka zaczną znikać – w tym opiekunka Violet Parmy, najlepszej przyjaciółki Herbiego. Violet i Herbie muszą odkryć, co jest prawdą, a co sztuczką, i rozwiązać zagadkę lampionu Cienistego Upiora – zanim wszystkich pochłonie ciemność.

      Malamander Tom 3 Cieniostrach2021
      3,7
    • "When townspeople start disappearing after the arrival of a magician who knows about his past, Henry must separate truth from sleight-of-hand to solve the mystery of the Shadowghast lantern before they are all swallowed by darkness"--

      Shadowghast2021
      4,3
    • Thomas Taylor, an influential English translator and Neoplatonist, made significant contributions to philosophy by translating the complete works of Aristotle and Plato into English. He also translated the Orphic fragments, showcasing his dedication to making ancient philosophical texts accessible to a wider audience. His work played a crucial role in the revival of interest in Neoplatonism and classical thought during his time.

      Arguments of Celsus, Porphyry, and the Emperor Julian, Against the Christians2020
      3,0
    • The book explores the contributions of Thomas Taylor, an influential English translator and Neoplatonist, renowned for being the first to translate the complete works of Aristotle and Plato into English. It also highlights his translation of the Orphic fragments, showcasing his significant role in making classical philosophy accessible to English-speaking audiences. Taylor's work not only impacted the study of these philosophers but also enriched the understanding of Neoplatonism in the context of 18th and 19th-century thought.

      Introduction to the Philosophy and Writings of Plato2020
      4,0
    • Gargantis

      • 350 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      There's a storm raging in Eerie-on-Sea. Has the mighty Gargantis come back from the deep...? When an ancient bottle is found washed up on the beach after a ferocious electrical storm, all the residents of Eerie-on-Sea seem to want it ... but should they in fact fear it? Legend has it that the bottle contains an extraordinary secret that spells doom for the whole of Eerie-on-Sea. Could it be true that the vast sea creature Gargantis has awoken from her slumbers, and is causing the large cracks that are appearing all across the town? Finding themselves entrusted with the bottle, Herbie and Violet discover they will need to ride the terrible storm and pacify the creature if they want to save Eerie-on-Sea from sliding into the ocean and being lost for ever.

      Gargantis2020
      4,2
    • Theurgia or "The Egyptian Mysteries"

      • 360 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      Theurgy is presented as a spiritual practice aimed at connecting with planetary spirits and angels, embodying wisdom and light. The book explores the ancient sages' teachings on the significance of understanding the hierarchies of these divine beings. It emphasizes that a pure and selfless lifestyle is essential for gaining the powers needed to achieve communion with these higher entities, highlighting the transformative journey towards spiritual enlightenment.

      Theurgia or "The Egyptian Mysteries"2019
      3,0
    • Malamandr

      • 248 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      První část úžasné trilogie (nejen) o bájné mořské obludě. Herbert Citrón, zaměstnanec oddělení ztrát a nálezů v hotelu Grand Nautilus, dobře ví, že vrátit ztracené věci jejich skutečným majitelům není jednoduché – zvlášť když se neztratí nějaká věc, ale holčička. Nikdo netuší, kam se před dvanácti lety poděli rodiče Violety Parmové. Violeta poprosí Herberta o pomoc v pátrání a společně zjistí, že stopy vedou k bájné mořské obludě, malamandrovi.

      Malamandr2019
      4,1
    • Little Mouse and the Big Cupcake

      • 26 stránek
      • 1 hodina čtení

      A very small mouse finds a very big chocolate chip, raspberry cream cupcake and must ask for help from his animal friends to get it home--all of whom agree in exchange for a little nibble

      Little Mouse and the Big Cupcake2017
    • Voici une toute nouvelle collection d'albums, comprenant chacun deux histoires inédites des Barbapapa, dans leur voyage autour du monde et à la découverte des animaux. Suivez-les en Chine à la rencontre d'une adorable famille de pandas, puis en Inde saluer le tigre du Bengale, découvrez la savane, avec ses girafes et ses éléphants, et laissez-vous même embarquer pour le Pôle nord en quête de l'ours blanc ! Consacrés chacun à une région du monde différente, les recueils proposent aussi quelques pages d'informations et de jeux amusants qui plairont aux amoureux de la nature.

      Barbapapa2015
    • Eddie, Adam und David leben in verschiedenen Jahrzehnten. Trotzdem laufen sie sich immer wieder über den Weg. Denn die Jugendlichen verbindet eine seltene Gabe. Während sie schlafen, können sie alle Grenzen überwinden und durch Raum und Zeit reisen. Dabei verfolgt jeder sein ganz eigenes Ziel. Eddie will alles über das Traumwandeln herausfinden. Adam versucht mit allen Mitteln den Lauf der Geschichte zu verändern. Und David muss seine Familie retten, bevor sie ausgelöscht wird.

      Wettlauf in der Nacht2014
      3,4
    • The Pets You Get!

      • 32 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      A small boy imagines all the wild pets he could get, from an enormous bear to a fiery dragon! He decides they'd be so much better than his sister's boring little guinea pig. But maybe even the smallest of pets can be surprisingly fun, too.

      The Pets You Get!2012
      3,5
    • Merlin's Apprentice

      • 144 stránek
      • 6 hodin čtení

      It's Katrina Picket's birthday, and not only has her favourite bear been burnt to a crisp, but her best friend's ignoring her, and the supply teacher is none other that Morgan le Fay, the most evil sorceress that ever lived! Katrina summons Merlin. But can he train her to become a sorceress in time to defeat Morgan and save the country from destruction?

      Merlin's Apprentice2006
      3,5
    • Waking Merlin

      • 176 stránek
      • 7 hodin čtení

      While on a pot-holing expedition with her dad, Katrina comes across Merlin, who tells her that they must save England from a meteor that is about to hit the country. So the pair team up and travel to London, in order to summon King Arthur and his knights - and a hungry dragon called Desmond!

      Waking Merlin2006
      3,7