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Beyond the Little Red Book: China’s revolutionary leader and his philosophy In this collection of essays, China’s Chairman Mao Tse-Tung explains the interpretation of Marxism-Leninism… Read more

Nearly five hundred sage observations from the “First Lady of the World” A role model for generations of women, Eleanor Roosevelt lent her passion, support,… Read more

An anthology of wit and wisdom from one of the most universally revered American writers In his writing, Mark Twain had a distinctly American humor… Read more

The perfect companion for Austen’s devoted following For over 150 years, Jane Austen has charmed readers with her keen observations and satirical wit. Although set… Read more

Uncover the tenets of Islam through the words of its founder This compelling examination of the life and sayings of Muhammad offers the modern reader… Read more

A fascinating look inside the mind of an American Renaissance man Statesman. Diplomat. Politician. Scholar. Inventor. Architect. President. Few men exemplify the Enlightenment ideal more… Read more

A Persian poet’s masterpiece While better known in his time for his mathematical and astronomical works, eleventh-century Persian philosopher and poet Omar Khayyam is best… Read more

The playwright Ben Jonson said William Shakespeare was not “of an age but for all time.” The most influential and oft-quoted figure in English literature,… Read more

A comprehensive selection of his quips, aphorisms, and wit One of the most well known personalities of his day, Oscar Wilde charmed and beguiled readers… Read more

How a great American president communicated a changing worldview What made Franklin Delano Roosevelt an effective leader? His policies and decisions changed our nation’s and… Read more

An invaluable introduction to the leading French intellectual of the twentieth century The Wisdom of Sartre offers key excerpts from the eloquent French writer, playwright,… Read more

Overview One of America’s most important presidents and great communicators Remembered for his leadership during the dark years of the Civil War, Abraham Lincoln remains… Read more

An invaluable guide to Freud’s terminology and work While many readers may have heard of Kabbalah in recent years, how many understand the origins and… Read more

Overview Reverence for Life—Albert Schweitzer’s pivotal philosophy Musician, physician, humanitarian, and philosopher, Albert Schweitzer was a twentieth-century Renaissance man who won the Nobel Peace Prize… Read more

The ancient world of the Celts comes to life through their joyful and humorous wisdom While they left few written records, the Celts’ profound influence… Read more

Overview An A-to-Z compendium of Russell’s writing One of the great minds of the twentieth century, Bertrand Russell explored philosophy, mathematics, and a variety of… Read more

Explore the third of the great literatures in Judaism While many readers may have heard of Kabbalah in recent years, how many understand the origins… Read more

Discover the origins of Buddhism and its tenets from the seminal texts Drawn from the sacred books of Buddhism, this collection reveals the insights and… Read more

Discover the ancient wisdom and historical influence of a cornerstone of Judaism The Wisdom of the Talmud presents a thorough history and overview of the… Read more

Hundreds of sage observations from China’s most revered scholar Teacher, politician, philosopher, and student, Confucius offered wisdom and aphorisms on a variety of topics that… Read more