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Consolatio. Pocieszenie dla Magdy [EPUB] by Vagus Consolatio. Pocieszenie dla Magdy [EPUB] by Vagus May 23, 2012 $2.99 28367 words Sample 10%
Ta niewielka praca, do której dołączone zostały również batuty filozoficzne, porusza problematykę cierpienia w życiu ludzkim, dla którego człowiek domaga się wyjaśnienia, i to nie tylko po to, aby je zrozumieć, ale też aby móc je godnie znosić. Zadaniem filozofii jest dostarczyć tego wyjaśnienia, aby człowiek mógł żyć i mógł umierać z godnością, a tak życie, jak i śmierć jego były sensowne.
The Poetic Universe by Austin Torney The Poetic Universe by Austin Torney May 22, 2012 $2.99 120344 words Sample 20%
Very large compilation of universal investigations of being and the Cosmos. A few color illustrations.
Peace is Possible by Edmund Mazeika Peace is Possible by Edmund Mazeika May 21, 2012 $5.99 239631 words Sample 20%
Peace is Possible is a personal, passionate and humorous people's plan for Peace on Earth concentrating on original solutiions to the problems confronting Humanity today. This book presents an economic, social, political and spiritual solution so all life on Planet Earth can thrive for millions of years to come. Peace is Possible is fun-to-read, easy-to-understand, upbeat and optimistic.
A Textbook of Theosophy by Charles W Leadbeater A Textbook of Theosophy by Charles W Leadbeater May 19, 2012 $5.99 40656 words Sample 10%
Theosophy is a technique from the 1600s that showed quite a bit of interest in esoteric circles of the twentieth century. The theosophist seeks to understand the mysteries of the universe and the bonds that unite the universe, humanity and the divine. The goal of theosophy is to explore the origin of divinity and humanity, and the end of world, life and humanity.
the sex god - No Mud No Lotus by Ben Belenus the sex god - No Mud No Lotus by Ben Belenus May 18, 2012 $9.99 77566 words Sample 15%
The sex god – No Mud No Lotus is a thorough and sacred investigation into sex, love and authenticity. It’s a sexually explicit and passionate love story that follows one man’s evolution towards spiritual freedom. The story is told through his many erotic encounters. We follow him from innocence into sexual cockiness, painful infidelities, porn addiction and then onwards into deepest Tantric Love.
Hidden Side of Christian Festivals by Charles W Leadbeater Hidden Side of Christian Festivals by Charles W Leadbeater May 17, 2012 $6.99 143878 words Sample 10%
Written by one of the foremost authorities on esoteric Christianity, HIDDEN SIDE takes you on a journey beneath the popular surface meaning of the major events in the church’s year. It was written a few months after World War One, and that still is a strong memory to the author. Archbishop Leadbeater (1854-1934) was the second Presiding Bishop of the Liberal Rite of the church catholic.
Cynical Soup by Ernest Kinnie, PhD Cynical Soup by Ernest Kinnie, PhD May 15, 2012 $0.99 9458 words Sample 11%
Cynical Soup contains over 275 quotes collected over a lifetime from many people. You may find some very distressing, but as George Bernard Shaw wrote: "The power of accurate observation is commonly called cynicism by those who have not got it." Not for the easily offended.
Miara wiarygodnoÅ›ci [EPUB] by Vagus Miara wiarygodnoÅ›ci [EPUB] by Vagus May 14, 2012 $0.99 24342 words Sample 15%
Miara wiarygodności jest szkicem, który ma rozwiać naiwną wiarę w osiągnięcie stanu oświecenia czy posiadania wiedzy bez wysiłku oraz bez pełnego poświęcenia życia osobistego i gorliwego zaangażowania w życie duchowe. Wersja elektroniczna MOBI zawiera dodatkowo "Objaśnienie miary wiarygodności", które znaleźć można także na www.vagus.pl.
The Lost Meaning of the Holy Grail Symbol: Receptiveness to Truth and Love by Alex Caldon The Lost Meaning of the Holy Grail Symbol: Receptiveness to Truth and Love by Alex Caldon May 09, 2012 $4.02 16183 words Sample 15%
The new theory of the Holy Grail symbol, making sense from a scientific as well as a spiritual perspective. Caldon reappraises the Grail as an ancient relic, the bloodline of Christ and as Mary Magdalene before presenting the new theory. The Grail's relationship with truth, psychology and spiritual or mental growth is scrutinized and how the symbol appears in a range of other beliefs.
Clint Faraday: A Wreath for Sam by CD Moulton Clint Faraday: A Wreath for Sam by CD Moulton May 08, 2012 $1.99 14402 words Sample 20%
The delivery girl calls, "A wreath for Sam!" It is a funeral wreath. Sam is to sign for it. It is obviously a threat, but from whom? Why? Could twenty million dollars worth of gold have anything to do with it? This book delves into the Indio cultural philosophy.
Miara wiarygodnoÅ›ci [MOBI] by Vagus Miara wiarygodnoÅ›ci [MOBI] by Vagus May 06, 2012 $0.99 24342 words Sample 15%
Miara wiarygodności jest szkicem, który ma rozwiać naiwną wiarę w osiągnięcie stanu oświecenia czy posiadania wiedzy bez wysiłku oraz bez pełnego poświęcenia życia osobistego i gorliwego zaangażowania w życie duchowe. Wersja elektroniczna MOBI zawiera dodatkowo "Objaśnienie miary wiarygodności", które znaleźć można także na www.vagus.pl.
The main secret of success.  Anti-Carnegie by Anatoly Obraztzov The main secret of success. Anti-Carnegie by Anatoly Obraztzov May 03, 2012 $1.29 30345 words Sample 20%
Whatever people create, is destined for destruction, it could be rapid or slow but it is inevitable. Is there anything permanent in this life, something what could be considered true? And if there is - how to detect it, which way to go and what to expect? I will try to answer these and similar questions, my answers are based on my personal experience.
Consolatio: Pocieszenie dla Magdy [MOBI] by Vagus Consolatio: Pocieszenie dla Magdy [MOBI] by Vagus May 02, 2012 $2.99 28367 words Sample 5%
Ta niewielka praca, do której dołączone zostały również batuty filozoficzne, porusza problematykę cierpienia w życiu ludzkim, dla którego człowiek domaga się wyjaśnienia, i to nie tylko po to, aby je zrozumieć, ale też aby móc je godnie znosić. Zadaniem filozofii jest dostarczyć tego wyjaśnienia, aby człowiek mógł żyć i mógł umierać z godnością, a tak życie, jak i śmierć jego były sensowne.
Consciousness:- A Bio-Philosophical Investigation by John Dale Consciousness:- A Bio-Philosophical Investigation by John Dale May 02, 2012 $2.99 36703 words Sample 20%
This well illustrated book is a philosophical and neurophysiological investigation into the nature and evolution of consciousness. It starts with the animal kingdom and works through to human consciousness. It places human consciousness naturally into the evolutionary theory. This is the author's third book and he is a medical doctor and a philosopher. There is a full theory of consciousness.
More Shit that Pisses Me Off by Peg Tittle More Shit that Pisses Me Off by Peg Tittle April 30, 2012 $2.99 14723 words Sample 15%
Why do men spit (and women don’t)? What’s the real problem with cellphones? What’s wrong with wedding leave? Do you remember Grade Ten History? Why isn’t being a soldier more like being a mother? What did God really promise? And let’s talk about sex…
The Art of Politics & Campaigning - How Sun Tzu Can Advance Your Political Aspirations by Allan  Sand The Art of Politics & Campaigning - How Sun Tzu Can Advance Your Political Aspirations by Allan Sand April 28, 2012 $8.99 22945 words Sample 20%
This book was written to help you win a campaign - that is, the person who can build the greatest coalition of supporters, - wins. It might be for any kind of elective office, or a position that requires the collection of public support. If you are the candidate or active in supporting a candidate, study this material.
The Art of War versus The Art of Pool - How Sun Tzu would Teach Pool & Billiards Strategy & Tactics by Allan  Sand The Art of War versus The Art of Pool - How Sun Tzu would Teach Pool & Billiards Strategy & Tactics by Allan Sand April 28, 2012 $8.99 21398 words Sample 20%
If Sun Tzu played pocket billiards, this is how he would apply war strategies and tactics to pocket billiards. Consider that the pool table is really a rectangular battlefield. Your opponent is there to win. Are you? Learn how to be your own general and direct your actions so that you can win more games.
In vino veritas by Søren Kierkegaard In vino veritas by Søren Kierkegaard April 27, 2012 $5.50 31507 words Sample 10%
In vino veritas fut écrit en 1844. Il s’agit d’un récit qui rapporte dans la tradition du banquet platonicien les discours de cinq convives sur l’amour, exprimant les obsessions de Kierkegaard lui-même. Dans une langue animée d’un souffle poétique profond, In vino veritas symbolise la première étape que l’homme parcourt sur le chemin de la vie intérieure.
L'art de mentir by Mark Twain L'art de mentir by Mark Twain April 25, 2012 $4.50 8466 words Sample 10%
Sur la décadence dans l’art de mentir est l’occasion d’une méditation « amorale » sur l’art de « bien » mentir dans une société où l’apparence de vérité tient lieu de vertu. Puisque nous devons mentir, faisons-le bien. Plutôt ne pas mentir que de mentir mal.
Presence of Mind:  Journey to a New Operating System by Tom Bunzel Presence of Mind: Journey to a New Operating System by Tom Bunzel April 21, 2012 $7.99 55754 words Sample 20%
Presence of Mind is the personal journey of a technology writer who hit the wall and became overwhelmed with the struggle to keep up with the demands of both his profession and his inner programming. The journey back was facilitated by insights into the deep connection between the software which is programmed by humans, and the genetic code which is the intelligent energy behind Life itself.
Einstein's Operating System by Andre Michaud Einstein's Operating System by Andre Michaud April 21, 2012 $7.99 39217 words Sample 20%
Description of the neural network based human thinking process and of how it can be used optimally by anyone. A beginner's guide to coherent thinking.
Psychology of Gamesmanship - How to Manage Mind Games and Tricks by Allan  Sand Psychology of Gamesmanship - How to Manage Mind Games and Tricks by Allan Sand April 20, 2012 $9.99 46634 words Sample 25%
This book is your protection against unscrupulous opponents who attempt to win by using a variety of psychological tactics. These ploys are common in competitions at all levels. When on the receiving end of these efforts, your focus is affected and the outcome is thrown into confusion. You can lose games that should have been yours if those distractions had not been brought to your attention.
The Origins of George Bernard Shaw's Life Force Philosophy by Jay W. MacIntosh The Origins of George Bernard Shaw's Life Force Philosophy by Jay W. MacIntosh April 16, 2012 $2.99 26329 words Sample 15%
George Bernard Shaw was essentially an independent thinker, yet, he consistently used the ideas of others. His Life Force philosophy is not a coordinated, developed body of knowledge. It is not as thoroughly developed as the philosophical systems of Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, or Bergson; however, it was sufficiently thorough for Shaw. He took ideas and concepts, many that were generally accepted
The Randomness: A Pseudo-Biographical Comprehension of a Man With Inconceivable Thoughts by Alexander Van Elsacker The Randomness: A Pseudo-Biographical Comprehension of a Man With Inconceivable Thoughts by Alexander Van Elsacker April 16, 2012 $3.00 18494 words Sample 20%
This is a book that truly attempts to comprehend the vastness of humankind's reasoning, logic, and lack thereof through engaging examples that are understood only subconsciously.
The Invention of Religion by Alexander Drake The Invention of Religion by Alexander Drake April 11, 2012 $2.99 30140 words Sample 10%
Drake explores the question of whether religions were invented by humans or given to them. It is a scientific look at how ancient humans made sense of the world around them. The Invention of Religion investigates the psychological mechanisms that cause religions to originate and sets out to prove that when humans have no science, these mechanisms cause them to invent new religions.
Rainbow of Great Poems by Early  Laverne Rainbow of Great Poems by Early Laverne April 04, 2012 $4.99 8448 words Sample 20%
A book of poetry by Early Laverne
Two Legged by George Geisinger Two Legged by George Geisinger April 03, 2012 $0.99 4963 words Sample 20%
A pair of stories about the concept of reality, the metaphysical issue about life. What is real, after all? First there's a story about deer, or Bambi's. Then there's a story about an elderly couple in an assisted living environment.
Damn Yankee by George Geisinger Damn Yankee by George Geisinger April 03, 2012 $0.99 22564 words Sample 20%
This is a good-natured, lighthearted story about some of my neighbors where I live. It's all set in a fictional context, so any relevance to real people alive or dead is not the intent of the author. It's an attempt to find humor in my surroundings.
Pro Ethics for Selling Addictive Products in America: The Informative Consumers Right to Buy by Troy Veenstra Pro Ethics for Selling Addictive Products in America: The Informative Consumers Right to Buy by Troy Veenstra April 03, 2012 $2.99 3650 words Sample 10%
Is it ethical to sell addictive products to American Consumers? Of course. This title will answer these ethical dilemmas by showing, with ethical theories as its principle that the informed consumer is the best consumer for any company wishing to sell addictive products across the nation.
The Reality Of God Forces Other Realities by Nasir Hakim The Reality Of God Forces Other Realities by Nasir Hakim April 02, 2012 $4.99 11372 words Sample 15%
If you build a world on the basis of the unknown, the reality or fulfillment will always represent a threat of some sort. The would in which we live uses inferences, hypothises and theories and the primary reference points to substantiate its foundation. This clues us in on why there is so much change and evolution, because little is certain. This is a very unstable position to be in.
We Must Preserve Our Distinction Or Die by Nasir Hakim We Must Preserve Our Distinction Or Die by Nasir Hakim April 02, 2012 $5.99 12029 words Sample 15%
What the Nation of Islam stands for exclusively rest specifically on the author of its tenants. Widely understood to have a progressive set of principles, the expression could change without compromising its essence; however, it is this essence or distinction that must be protected. This title sheds a clear light on the objective of those internally and externally who would like to blur it.
Philosophy The Power of Mind by Barbara Brooks Philosophy The Power of Mind by Barbara Brooks March 28, 2012 $2.99 3063 words Sample 15%
My book undoubtedly the most engaging narrative writing concerns the culture of society today and if judging the interest shown on PhilosophyNow Forum, of my writings “A Philosophy of Mind” even though I am no longer associated with this internet forum I get even more hits since I left one month ago, I have over 90,000 hits.
The Captain's Log by Captain CoolBreeze The Captain's Log by Captain CoolBreeze March 26, 2012 $7.99 12229 words Sample 10%
Your guide to being a cash game ninja at the poker tables.
Tao of Taoism - Using the Dao Te Ching to Improve Your Life by Buddha Zhen Tao of Taoism - Using the Dao Te Ching to Improve Your Life by Buddha Zhen March 24, 2012 $8.88 10772 words Sample 25%
Buddha Zhen created this book in 1993 for his Shaolin Chi Mantis Traditional Buddhist Gongfu and Taijiquan schools. After seeing the results and benefits from his students using the book, he created this new ebook version for his current Kung Fu and Tai Chi Students and new internet audience. Learn to be in harmony with yourself and Nature as taught by Lao Tzu.
No Apologies by Hopkins Publishing No Apologies by Hopkins Publishing March 23, 2012 $7.99 73559 words Sample 20%
"In No Apologies Kevin Cauley provides the Lord's church with a useful resource in the field of Christian Evidences. Drawing from his rich experience in Apologetics, Cauley arranges the material in an accessible format and presents the case for Christian faith in a manner that is both thorough and understandable."
The Boss by Lionel The Boss by Lionel "Luciano Illuminati" White March 21, 2012 $9.99 19725 words Sample 20%
READ: for power, money, sex appeal and control. From the author of: Wealth Building Strategies of the Super Rich. This book is about the philosophy of power and control in politics, business and illegal business. It uses quotes from Machiavelli's The Prince and Sun Tzu's The Art of War. Just as 7 Habits of Highly Effective People teaches you 7 things, The Boss teaches you 7 things as well.
The Book Of Truths by Tremayne Curtis The Book Of Truths by Tremayne Curtis March 19, 2012 $3.99 18787 words Sample 15%
The book of truths is a filtered, made-simple, version from the complexities of philosophy and so much religion for easy comprehension from human existence.
The Sutra in Forty-Two Sections Spoken by the Buddha by Buddhist Text Translation Society The Sutra in Forty-Two Sections Spoken by the Buddha by Buddhist Text Translation Society March 16, 2012 $9.95 41729 words Sample 15%
This short yet important sutra gives us a picture of the entire range of the Buddha’s teachings, from the basic to the profound. With its repeated emphasis on the importance of eliminating desire and greed, this sutra is excellent medicine for our society, which is plagued by materialism and over consumption. This was the first sutra transmitted from India to China around 67 C.E.
Brain Waves Illustrated 1 by Austin Torney Brain Waves Illustrated 1 by Austin Torney March 15, 2012 $0.99 2320 words Sample 20%
Color Illustrated. Vol 1; 1-25. Astounding revelations of the mysteries of the mind and the universe. What is Consciousness and Awareness? Where did the Universe come from? What makes the mind operate as it does? What is Meditation? What is our Destiny? How do the senses work?
The Theory of Everything— All the Way Up Illustrated by Austin Torney The Theory of Everything— All the Way Up Illustrated by Austin Torney March 14, 2012 $1.99 51174 words Sample 20%
Color Illustrated. Everything explained, its source, its Why and How, and then the Where, What, Then and When, leading on up to the Who of being. The TOE must not only encompass the unification of the forces, which is the GUT (the Grand Unification theory), but it must also demonstrate why anything exists at all, and how it does so, and, furthermore, how that ties in to what we have become.
Beyond the Veil~Epiphanies from God by Celestial Blue Star Beyond the Veil~Epiphanies from God by Celestial Blue Star March 14, 2012 $12.99 122544 words Sample 15%
Book #2 of the God Book series God's wisdom is very apparent to us in this latest book. His ability to reveal truth and disclose long-suppressed information that is relevant for the world of today and the world of many, many tomorrows simply can not be denied.
Debunking PseudoSkeptical Arguments of Paranormal Debunkers by Winston Wu Debunking PseudoSkeptical Arguments of Paranormal Debunkers by Winston Wu March 14, 2012 $7.99 62350 words Sample 15%
Winston Wu's major treatise and book widely acclaimed in Parapsychology circles, and the first of its kind. Effectively and logically debunks the common prejudiced arguments of media pseudoskeptics and organized skeptic groups such as CSICOP, James Randi, Michael Shermer, etc.
Ética na prática by Ediberto Tadeu Pedroso Ética na prática by Ediberto Tadeu Pedroso March 14, 2012 $5.99 11774 words Sample 10%
A proposta desta obra é mostrar ao leitor os aspectos práticos da ética no quotidiano da vida. O texto não tem a pretensão de estabelecer regras de conduta ética. Muito pelo contrário, escrito em estilo crónica e à luz de máximas consagradas de sabedoria, o livro busca associar os pensamentos ao agir ético do ser humano extraídos do quotidiano da vida e da própria experiência do autor.
The Gift by Ita Willen The Gift by Ita Willen March 13, 2012 $3.99 47232 words Sample 20%
“The Gift is one woman's journey to find an answer from the horror of the past. It is a quest to bring to rest the guilt of the next generation, the children of the survivors and refugees surrounded by an immense family of ghosts...Seen through the cycle of the seasons, she, the first person narrator, tries to put the past not to rest but to life." Barb Radmore
Librarian no Chronist and other Stories by Priestley E. E. B. Librarian no Chronist and other Stories by Priestley E. E. B. March 13, 2012 $0.99 21081 words Sample 25%
A work in the spirit of "Kino's Journey" (Kino no Tabi) light novels and Ted Chiang's mind boggling short stories. What is like to be a librarian? The answers, in form of short stories, involve self-reference, feedback loops, symmetry and dualisms. The start of a journey of self-knowledge, a travel across worlds where form and meaning literally swap roles.
The Triumph Of Life, Love, and Being Illustrated by Austin Torney The Triumph Of Life, Love, and Being Illustrated by Austin Torney March 13, 2012 $3.99 27041 words Sample 20%
Color Illustrated. In a monastical village, a monk and a nun to-be exchange notes, via the books they send back and forth, for illustration and editing, they noting the forbidden knowledge therein. When the monastical village burns to the ground, they embark on a picaresque journey, in which they employ their wisdom, encountering various and sundry situations. They carry a special, speaking, book.
An Ideal Society by Prof. Dr. Christopher Thomas An Ideal Society by Prof. Dr. Christopher Thomas March 12, 2012 $4.99 61143 words Sample 15%
Is it right to 'Believe in what is true, what is transparent, what is worth because, we only live once?' Is this what an ideal society is all about? There are many who might argue that there is no such thing as an 'ideal society', however, when as we read through the pages of this book, one is left with the conclusion that there is still a need to dream again of an ideal society.
Battle Hymn: Revelations of the Sinister Plan for a New World Order by John Scura Battle Hymn: Revelations of the Sinister Plan for a New World Order by John Scura March 12, 2012 $7.99 148678 words Sample 20%
This book presents frightening, but truthful, facts that will shake many of your deepest beliefs to the core. A dark plan, put into place centuries ago, has come to fruition. Consider Battle Hymn your wake-up call...
Bodhisattva Attitude: How to Dedicate Your Life to Others by Lama Zopa Rinpoche Bodhisattva Attitude: How to Dedicate Your Life to Others by Lama Zopa Rinpoche March 12, 2012 $0.99 68302 words Sample 20%
This book is drawn from Lama Zopa Rinpoche’s essential teachings given from 2008 onward. It is the first volume in LYWA’s Heart Advice Series. The topic of ‘Bodhisattva Attitude’ is how to develop bodhicitta by practicing it throughout the day, from start to finish.
Quotes: A life guide (Volume 1) by Trinity R. Westfield Quotes: A life guide (Volume 1) by Trinity R. Westfield March 09, 2012 $1.99 5560 words Sample 50%
A book of over 100 original quotes that will spark your inner wisdom and awaken memories inside you. Use this book as a life guide when looking for direction, or as your everlasting friend.