John Dewey (1859-1952), renowned educator and philosopher, has been called the national philosopher of American civilization. James Gouinlock's superb collection of Dewey's writings presents the many
Looks at the history of the American funeral, describes the role of a funeral home, discusses burial, cremation, prearrangements, and the costs of caskets, burial vaults, and specific services
In this detailed and systematic critique of the theories of psychologist Carl G. Jung (1875-1961), Don McGowan exposes the many flaws in Jungian analysis and methodology. Beginning with Jung's interpr
Trotsky's "commissar for foreign affairs" was a leader in the fight to save Sacco and Vanzetti, an organizer of the 1934 Minneapolis general strike, and a key figure in the 1960s civil rights, labor,
Inaugurating the Prometheus Lecture Series, this collection of clear and compelling essays by distinguished philosopher Flew (philosophy emeritus, U. of Reading, UK) addresses the many and diverse asp
William Harvey (1578-1657) was a rebel in medical science: Contrary to contemporary practice, he began his epoch-making investigation into the action of the heart and the blood's circulation by minute
Friedrich Nietzsche (1844-1900) has been proclaimed the seminal figure of modern philosophy as well as one of the most creative and critically influential geniuses in the history of secular thought. "
Emile Durkheim (1858-1917) was one of the founders of modern sociology. Ethics and the Sociology of Morals (La science positive de la morale en Allemagne) laid the foundation for Durkheim's future wor
Opinion has long been divided over Near-Death Experiences, or NDEs, some presenting them as evidence for the existence of the soul and life after death, others arguing that they are merely the chemic
Did Jesus ever live? Was he the Messiah as Christianity has claimed? And what are the true foundations of the Christian religion?These are the fundamental questions posed by ex-priest Joseph McCabe (1
Among those profiled are such entrepreneurial superheroes as Steven Jobs, Ted Turner, and William Lear. The author is creator of the Chuck E. Cheese "concept" and is a lecturer on human behavior, entr
Epicureanism is commonly regarded as the refined satisfaction of physical desires. As a philosophy, however, it also denoted the striving after an independent state of mind and body, imperturbability,
Michael Faraday (1791-1867) was one of the world's greatest experimental philosophers and popularizers of science. These six extraordinary lectures on gravitation, cohesion, chemical affinity, heat, m
During her lifetime, Myra Bradwell (1831-94) - America's "first" woman lawyer as well as publisher and editor-in-chief of a prestigious legal newspaper - did more to establish and aid the rights of w
Renowned mathematician, philosopher, and humanist Bertrand Russell (1872-1970) spoke and wrote extensively on a broad range of topics, and is considered by many to be the most influential social crit
The author of The Faith Healers examines the life of the renowned sixteenth century astrologer and physician, including his historic origins, his prophecies, the truth about his prophetical successes,
Visions of Reality: what Fundamentalist Schools Teach is an important book for every citizen: every taxpayer, because powerful sectarian special interests and their political allies want all taxpayer
This classic expose of fearmongering in the environmentalist movement is now revised and updated.Whelan rigorously critiques widespread beliefs regarding our nation's health, food supply, and use of t
The great Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792-1822), best known for such masterpieces as "Ode to the West Wind" and "Prometheus Unbound," also expressed his ideas on religious oppression in works
Describes Christianity as an addictive disease that is responsible for much of the suffering in modern society, especially anguish and ignorance about sexuality, human bodies, and social interaction.
The word "history" derives from the Greek word for "inquiry." Combining his encyclopedic interests and curiosity about the customs and workings of humankind, the "Father of History" gives us an unforg
In this dazzling collection of essays covering a broad range of fields, from Darwinism and the global population explosion to bird watching, distinguished scientist and philosopher Sir Julian Huxley p
Describes the methods of alcohol and drug abstention advocated by Secular Organizations for Sobriety, a non-twelve-step addiction recovery program, and includes individual recovery stories
In this selection of his most important writings, renowned scientist and philosopher Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895) discusses his views on the demonstrative evidence of evolution, the physical basis
Greatly influenced by Charles Darwin, the famed German zoologist and philosopher Ernst Haeckel (1834-1919) boldly defended the fact of organic evolution and seriously considered its far-reaching ramif
"Nothing is more curiously enquired after . . . than the causes of every phenomenon. . . . [We] push on our enquiries, till we arrive at the original and ultimate principle. . . . This is our aim in a
The three years covered by this anthology represent the only time in Mikhail Bakunin’s life when he was able to concentrate on his work and sustain a consistent output of speeches and writings. Only o
Gun control remains one of the hottest topics on America's agenda. Increased violence, gang wars in metropolitan areas, and the prevalence of guns in the United States frequently bring this debate to
First-hand testimony of survivors and eyewitnesses is compiled in this shocking and graphic account of the crimes committed during World War II at the largest death camp in Yugoslavia. At the small C
A century's worth of information on the physical, social, and mental effects of child abuse and neglect is gathered together in this extraordinary study. John Money adopts the historical figure of Ka
Discusses learning right from wrong, stressing such aspects as the difference between rules and principles and the importance of an individual's rights
Humanism and radical behaviorism are two of today's most anxiety-provoking systems of thought. While they have challenged some of society's most comforting notions, each has long been viewed as oppose
The late Near Eastern and Old Testament scholar lambasts his colleagues in the original deciphering of the Dead Sea Scrolls for their parochial interpretations and their refusal to allow the public ac
