Philosophy and Religion

A stunning gift edition of the age-old tale of Odysseus and his journey. This epic poem by Homer, believed to have been written between the eighth and ninth centuries BC, continues to be essential reading for young and old alike. The Odysseyfollows the Greek hero Odysseus on a ten-year journey back to his home in Ithaca after fighting in the Trojan War. The challenges he encounters along the

The Day God Saw Me as Black is a genre-defying, cultural critique of white supremacy in the Black Pentecostal religious experience through the lenses of race, gender, sexual expression, and class analyses. A narrative that weaves between critique and meditation, decolonization and reconciliation, the theoretical and the deeply personal, The Day God Saw Me as Black is an imagining of what could be

Mystic and prophet Julian of Norwich was an innovator and theologian in her own right who developed a veritable metaphysics of goodness. This book provides a translation and a format for prayer and artistic response to her lively mystical images. Only now do we discover her true sensuality, her intimacy with God and with all of creation. Julian is a mystic and, for our times, a prophet who brings

Invite magic into every single day with an easy spell or ritual based on ancient wisdom.Tree Carr, an expert in the realms of dreams, divination and esoteric magic, brings together 365 simple rituals, spells and enchantments to enrich your life and help you discover new powers. From spells that you can cast on-the-go, to incantations to solidify healthy boundaries, to charms to expand your conscio

Most of Krishnamurti's books are transcriptions from the many talks he gave. This book however contains short pieces from his notebooks, which are heartfelt and intimate. More than 55 short entries, between one and six pages long, start with descriptions unfolding amidst mountains, jungles and rolling meadows and then end with his own spontaneous musings. The writing feels totally spontaneous and

Gershom Scholem is celebrated as the twentieth century's most profound student of the Jewish mystical tradition; Walter Benjamin, as a master thinker whose extraordinary essays mix the revolutionary, the revelatory, and the esoteric. Scholem was a precocious teenager when he met Benjamin, who became his close friend and intellectual mentor. His account of that relationship—which was to rem

Brewing a cup of tea can lead to a variety of exciting magical practices, and Tea Magic is the perfect, gorgeously illustrated guide.  A steaming cup of tea can be the perfect source of comfort on a brisk fall day—and, as Chloé Zarka Grinsnir's fascinating book reveals, it is also a potent form of magic that can be effortlessly used to add magic to day-to-day life. Little things done with intent

Featuring the Chinese text on the left and the English translation on the right, this beautifully bound edition of Sun Tzu’s classic text makes a unique gift or collector's item. Written in the sixth century BCE, Sun Tzu’s The Art of War is still widely read and consulted today for its timeless, piercing insights into strategy and tactics. Napoleon, Mao Zedong, General Vo Nguyen Giap, and Genera

Explore the depths of sea magick—and learn to harness its power—through ocean-related myths, deities, weather patterns and more. We are drawn to the sea as if by a powerful spell. Covering 71 percent of the world, the element of water can soothe, cleanse, and protect. Sea Magick is your guide to understanding water magic and learning all the mysteries and stories that accompany the deep blue. As

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The world’s biggest religion has a problem. There is zero archaeological evidence for the original Eucharist – the sacred wine said to guarantee life after death for those who drink the blood of Jesus. The Holy Grail and and its miraculous contents have never been found. In the absence of any hard data, whatever happened at the Last Supper remains a mystery for today’s 2.5 billion faithful. The Im

From the author of The Darkening Age, Heresy is perfect for readers of Tom Holland, Karen Armstrong, Mary Beard and Bettany Hughes.

Gorgeous Collector's Edition. Populated by gods, High Kings, wilful Queens, noble warriors, fairies, goblins and witches, Celtic myths and fairy tales are unsurpassed in their variety and power. This new book is a dazzling collection of the most gripping Celtic tales, vividly retold, gathering together the legends and sagas of this ancient culture.

Gorgeous Collector's Edition. Polynesia covers Easter Island, Hawaii, New Zealand and many isles in between. Their stories are based on the creation of land, sea, valleys and volcanic outcrops scattered across the long stretches of the Pacific. The treasured stories of the Polynesians are brought together in this new collection.

The first official The Office holiday storybook–a new classic for fans of all ages! Spend “The Night Before Christmas” at Dunder Mifflin in this hilarious and timeless illustrated retelling of the beloved poem, featuring a visit from Michael Scott as Santa and narrated by Kevin Malone (author Brian Baumgartner).  “’Twas the night before Christmas, and all through Dunder Mifflin, not an account

One of the greatest philosophical works of all time, in a new translation for the twenty-first century

'The final philosopher to perform the most profound surgery on philosophy ... concise yet exceptionally clear' Ai Weiwei

Widely regarded as one of the most influential philosophical works of the twentieth century, Ludwig Wittgenstein's Tractatus Lo