244 results for 'Haraux, Alain'

A poignant and atmospheric novel about love, courage, and survival set against the stunning backdrop of the French Alps during World War II.When Sara's family is forced to flee war-torn Poland, they...

Harlem: Mecca of the New Negro is a seminal collection of essays and interviews that offers insight into the Harlem Renaissance. Edited by Alain LeRoy Locke, this publication brings together...

The Pathology of Democracy: A Letter to Bernard Accoyer and to Enlightened Opinion by Jacques-Alain Miller, Bernard Burgoyne, and Russell Grigg. This book explores the relationship between democracy...

At 79 years old, Alain Badiou poses an unexpected question: why should he concern himself with speaking about youth? Yet, in today's world, young people face more choices than ever before. With the...

Alain Badiou's The Brilliance of a Non-Color is an exploration of the philosopher's personal experiences and memories, which he weaves together to reveal the significance of blackness in various...

From Manual Evaluation to General Diagnosis: Assessing Patient Information before Hands-On TreatmentThis comprehensive guide provides critical tools for manual therapists and practitioners, including...

The French New Wave: A New Look (Short Cuts) This concise and accessible account explores the social and cultural changes in postwar France that gave birth to the New Wave, a pivotal movement in film...

Alain Badiou's philosophical work has been subject to reassessment in recent years. This collection of 13 essays provides a comprehensive overview of his thought, engaging with key concepts from...

The Badiou Dictionary by Steven Corcoran provides in-depth explanations and engagements with Alain Badiou's key concepts and major interlocutors. Spanning 110 entries, this dictionary offers detailed...

The Art of Travel by Alain de Botton is a thought-provoking exploration of why we travel and what we learn along the way. This book offers a fresh perspective on the travel experience, moving beyond...

Crime and Punishment is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the dark mind of Raskolnikov, a troubled young man who commits a heinous crime. This masterful adaptation brings to life the...

The First Move: A Negotiator's Companion by Alain Lempereur and Aurelien Colson provides a breakthrough method for efficient negotiations. Drawing on their extensive experience in over 50 countries,...

In Praise of Politics by Alain Badiou and Aude Lancelin explores the role of politics in achieving humanity's most ambitious aims. As power becomes increasingly concentrated, the citizen's role is...

Slavoj Žižek and Radical Politics by Sean Homer explores the complexities of Zizek's political interventions in the Balkans. Homer argues that these interventions reveal the dangers of pragmatism for...

The meaning of reality is a central concern in this influential novel by Alain Robbe-Grillet. Set against the backdrop of a tropical banana plantation, the story unfolds through the eyes of an...

Philosophy and the Event by Alain Badiou is an accessible introduction to his thought. Badiou explores four conditions of philosophy: politics, love, art, and science, examining how events bring...

This thought-provoking collection shares 130 insightful answers to one of humanity's most fundamental questions: what makes us human?From the nature of our existence, as explored by Carlo Rovelli, to...

Alice in Venice by Ellis Sharp is set against the mist-shrouded backdrop of Venice, where Alice Short searches for locations used in the 1973 film Don't Look Now. Her quest is complicated by the...

This seminal text explores the potential of film in educational contexts, arguing that it should be viewed as an autonomous art form rather than a supplement to other subjects. Alain Bergala's work...

Alain Badiou's concise introduction to his philosophical system provides a clear and accessible overview of his key ideas. This collection of interviews and talks covers fundamental ontology,...

Silence is not simply the absence of noise. It is within us, in the inner citadel that great thinkers and scholars have cultivated over the centuries. This history reveals how silence has...

The Ideology of Sameness by Alain de Benoist explores the concept of equality and its relationship with individuality. De Benoist argues that liberalism's emphasis on making man an interchangeable...

Supercharging Quantum-Touch Advanced Techniques by Alain Herriott is a comprehensive guide to refining and deepening the popular healing art of Quantum-Touch. This book builds upon the foundational...

Discover the authentic taste of French country cooking with Chef Alain Raye's companion cookbook to his award-winning bistro, La Regalade.Inside, you'll find the recipes that have made La Regalade a...

Exploring the complexities of European art cinema, this book examines the 1961 film "L'Année dernière à Marienbad", a collaboration between director Alain Resnais and writer Alian Robbe-Grillet. The...

The Course of Love is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of long-term love. Alain de Botton's second novel delves into the intricacies of romantic partnerships, tracing the arc...

Implementing Standardized Work: Measuring Operators' Performance by Alain Patchong provides a practical guide to measuring operator performance quickly and accurately. This method has been...

Alain de Botton's How Proust Can Change Your Life is a humorous and insightful guide to living a more fulfilling life. Drawing on Marcel Proust's seminal work, In Search of Lost Time, de Botton...

Luminous Dark is a deeply personal exploration of faith and loss. Alain Emerson recounts his journey as a young pastor who lost his wife to cancer at just twenty-seven years old, leaving him...

Le Grand Meaulnes and Miracles is a poignant tale of youth's fleeting nature, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. Augustin Meaulnes's life is forever changed by a brief encounter...

Theory of the Subject by Alain Badiou is a foundational work that explores the relationship between Marxism and psychoanalysis. First published in France in 1982, this influential book provides a...

Effort and Grace On the Spiritual Exercise of Philosophy by Simone Kotva explores the tension between effort and grace in spiritual practice. This new theory draws on French spiritualist philosophy...

The Invention of a Nation: Zionist Thought and the Making of Modern Israel by Alain Dieckhoff explores how Jewish communities responded to the challenges of modernity. This thought-provoking study...

Aby Warburg and the Image in Motion by Philippe-Alain Michaud explores the work of art historian Aby Warburg and its profound impact on the study of visual images. Warburg's project was distinct from...

Film Noir Light and Shadow explores the cinematic lighting that defined the Golden Age of motion pictures. This anthology presents a series of essays examining the visual style of filmmakers from...

The Negro Grandsons of Vercingetorix by Alain Mabanckou is set in an imaginary African Republic torn apart by conflict. A series of notebooks, kept under close observation, reveal the escalating...

The Voyeur by Alain Robbe-Grillet A young girl is found dead on the island of her birth, and Mathias, a travelling watch salesman, returns to confront his past. As he recounts the events of that day,...

The New Negro by Alain Locke A landmark anthology that explores the evolution of the African American experience in 1920s America. This collection features works by seminal black voices, including...

Slavoj Žižek presents a rigorous articulation of his philosophical system in this new definition of dialectical materialism. He critiques and challenges various thinkers, including Alain Badiou,...

Romeo's Big Book of Clever Ideas by Alain Grée is a humorous tale about a dog who wants to go camping but faces a problem with his suitcase. He comes up with some creative solutions, each more daring...

Theoretical Times by Steve Redhead explores the current global state, characterized by economic, environmental, and cultural crises. A new battle is emerging within the right, pitting globalists...

Alain Badiou's Logics of Worlds Being and Event II is a complex and ambitious work that builds upon his earlier masterpiece. In this sequel, Badiou tackles the questions left open by Being and Event,...

The New French Philosophy by Ian James offers a critical assessment of key developments in contemporary French thought. This book provides a close comparative reading of seven influential thinkers,...

The legacy of Mari and Alain continues in this sequel to The Pillars of Reality series. A centuries-old conspiracy between the Great Guilds has kept Dematr unchanged, with the Mechanics Guild holding...

Badiou and Deleuze Read Literature is an exploration of how two influential philosophers engage with literary texts. Jean-Jacques Lecercle examines the 'strong readings' imposed by Alain Badiou and...

A Dictionary of Cultural and Critical Theory by Michael Payne and Jessica Rae Barbera provides an authoritative guide to modern ideas in cultural and critical theory. This updated edition features...

Formula One: The RivalsExplore the most iconic rivalries in Formula One, as celebrated journalist Tony Dodgins delves into the drama, personality, and thrill of the sport. With stunning photography...

This book offers a unique Catholic perspective on the Holy Land and its significance in Christian doctrine. Alain Marchadour and David Neuhaus, two biblical scholars and priests living in Jerusalem,...

The Legitimacy Clash: Challenges to Democracy in Multinational States By Alain-G Gagnon University of Toronto Press, 2022 This book explores the relationship between majorities and minorities in...

Spirals: The Whirled Image in Twentieth-century Literature and Art explores how spirals are at the heart of modern literature and visual art. Nico Israel examines the work of writers and artists,...

Simple Nature: 150 New Recipes for Fresh, Healthy Dishes A fresh approach to French cuisine, this collection of simple recipes focuses on organic, locally sourced ingredients. Alain Ducasse and his...

The Romantic Movement: Sex, Shopping and the Novel by Alain De Botton explores the complexities of love, relationships, and human emotions. Through a thought-provoking examination of jealousy, power...

Sacred Custodians of the Earth? Women, Spirituality and the Environment by Alaine M. Low and Soraya Tremayne explores the complex relationship between women and ecology. This collection of papers...

The Virtual Point of Freedom: Essays on Politics, Aesthetics, and Religion by Lorenzo Chiesa explores the complex relationship between freedom and alienation in politics, aesthetics, and religion...

The visual image plays a central role in both cinema and painting. This book explores how filmmakers have used pictorial sources to shape their films and comment on various themes, including the...

The Age of the Poets And Other Writings on Twentieth-Century Poetry and Prose by Alain Badiou explores the complex relationship between literature and philosophy. Badiou argues that philosophy should...

Summer at La Cour des Roses is a heartwarming novel about finding happiness in unexpected places. Emmy Jamieson has built a new life in the French countryside, managing her beautiful guesthouse and...

The Erasers by Alain Robbe-Grillet is a thought-provoking novel that deconstructs the detective genre. After a failed attempt on his life, Professor Daniel Dupont fakes his own death, leading to a...

The Vicarious Brain, Creator of Worlds by Alain Berthoz explores the concept of vicariance, which refers to the brain's ability to simulate and understand the world through internal models. This...

An Introduction to Lagrangian Mechanics by Alain Jean Brizard provides a comprehensive overview of this fundamental concept in physics. The book begins with a historical perspective, tracing the...

Philosophy Bites brings together 25 of the most engaging and thought-provoking conversations from the popular website philosophybites.com. Leading philosophers discuss a wide range of topics, from...

The Battle of Reichenfels has been fought and lost. The army is in flight. The enemy is expected to arrive in town at any moment. A soldier, carrying a parcel under his arm, is wandering through an...

Jane Tompkins's journey through reading becomes a path of self-discovery when she finds herself unable to leave her bed due to illness. As she reads day and night, she begins to notice the power of...

The Revolution Will Not Be Theorized: Cultural Revolution in the Black Power Era by Errol A. Henderson explores the theoretical contributions of the Black Power Movement, which sought to bring about...

Winthrop Wetherbee's study of Platonism and Poetry in the Twelfth Century explores the literary influence of the School of Chartres, a key intellectual force during the Renaissance. This analysis...

The final volume in a thrilling steampunk trilogy by Kevin J. Anderson and Neil Peart. In Clockwork Destiny, Owen Hardy's quiet life is disrupted one last time as he embarks on a perilous mission...

Key Thinkers of the Radical Right explores the shift in the political mainstream towards the right since the 21st century. This comprehensive introduction to the radical right provides an unbiased...

Instrumental solos for horn from the iconic musical Les Miserables. This collection features 13 songs, including "At the End of the Day", "Bring Him Home" and "I Dreamed a Dream".Written by Alain...

Canadian Politics by James Bickerton and Alain-G. Gagnon is a comprehensive analysis of Canada's political landscape. The seventh edition explores six key areas: the country's origins, government and...

Johnny Herbert's remarkable life in motor racing is one of bravery and resilience. After achieving success at junior karting and Formula 3, his career was nearly derailed by a horrific crash at...

The Swan Daughter by Carol McGrath In 11th century England, a true tale of elopement, love and courage unfolds. After the death of her aunt, Dowager Queen Edith, Gunnhild's future is uncertain. Will...

Learn French with Le Grand Meaulnes Interlinear French to English by Alain-Fournier and Kees Van Den End. This edition offers an innovative way to learn French through reading, featuring...

Yve-Alain Bois's An Oblique Autobiography is a collection of essays and reminiscences spanning over four decades of his work as an art historian. This volume traces a personal itinerary through the...

A comprehensive history of French New Wave cinema offers a fresh perspective on the social, economic, and aesthetic factors that shaped this influential film movement. Richard Neupert's study...

This compact critical volume offers a powerful reappraisal of Deleuze's thought and is the first major work by Alain Badiou available in English. Badiou redefines Deleuze's legacy, throwing down the...

Heidegger His Life and His Philosophy by Alain Badiou and Barbara Cassin explores the complex life of Martin Heidegger, a philosopher whose work had a profound impact on the 20th century. This...

Roland Boer's Criticism of Religion On Marxism and Theology, II offers a sustained critique of key thinkers in the field, from Rosa Luxemburg to Alain Badiou. This volume is part of a five-part...

The Brain's Sense of Movement by Alain Berthoz explores how human beings perceive and control bodily movement. Through a wealth of research in neurophysiology and experimental psychology, Berthoz...

Thinking Differently by Alain Touraine is a thought-provoking exploration of how our understanding of society and change can be transformed. In this new book, Touraine argues that we need to rethink...

Cinema's ability to challenge conventional modes of thought is explored in this book by Hunter Vaughan. By merging phenomenology and semiotics, Vaughan analyzes how cinema can upend traditional ways...

Alain Grosrichard's The Sultan's Court is a fascinating survey of Western accounts of "Oriental despotism" in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It focuses particularly on portrayals of the...

For a New Classic Sociology A Proposition, Followed by a Debate By Alain Caillé and Frédéric Vandenberghe This book challenges the current state of the social sciences, calling for a new theoretical...

John Milton and the Post-Secular Present: Ethics, Politics, Terrorism explores how our understanding of belief can inform ethical and political engagement. This book examines the thought of key...

Alain Finkielkraut's latest work explores how the power of great authors and works within the European literary canon is being eroded by the prevailing thinking of politically correct society. He...

Discover how the intellectual skills developed in medieval universities can inform education today. Trivium 21c explores whether a contemporary approach to learning - based on the principles of...

Cinema/politics/philosophy by Nico Baumbach explores the relationship between cinema and politics. In this concise and provocative book, Baumbach revisits the tradition of seventies film theory to...

In Praise of Love by Alain Badiou is a passionate treatise in defense of love as an existential project. For Badiou, love is a constantly unfolding quest for truth that begins with the chance...

Applied Mathematics: A Very Short Introduction This compact introduction to applied mathematics explores its role in understanding problems across diverse fields. Alain Goriely discusses how this...

Art Worlds: A Sociological Examination of Art as Collective Action. In this influential work, Howard S. Becker explores how art is created through the cooperative network of suppliers, performers,...

The world of Liath and Alain is breaking apart as King Henry's kingdom is ravaged by forces both earthly and supernatural. The Eika warriors seek to claim the land and power for themselves, their...

Nancy Drew Diaries: The Stolen Show In this 18th installment of the Nancy Drew series, Nancy is helping out her friend Louise Alain at an upcoming dog show in Montreal. When one of the show dogs is...

Alain Badiou's The Pornographic Age is a scathing critique of modern democracy and the systems that govern it. In this short, critical work, Badiou argues that any truly radical politics must begin...

The Wrath of the Great Guilds by Jack Campbell In the world of Dematr, the balance of power hangs in the balance. The Great Guilds, fearing their control is slipping away, have united with the...

The future of our societies hangs in the balance as we navigate the current economic crisis. French sociologist Alain Touraine explores the long-term implications of this event, examining how it may...

A Regicide by Alain Robbe-Grillet is a disquieting and satirical novel that explores the boundaries between truth and fiction. Set in an unspecified island kingdom, the story follows Boris, a...

A History of Babylon, 2200 BC - AD 75 by Paul-Alain Beaulieu provides a comprehensive narrative history of the ancient world, from the beginnings of civilization in the Near East and Egypt to the...

Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall is a deliciously funny and swoonily romantic novel. When expert baker Rosaline Palmer lands a spot on the nation's most beloved baking show, she sees it...

Buddhist Art of Tibet In Milarepa's Footsteps is an insightful exploration of Tibetan art and spirituality through the lens of Alain Bordier's extensive collection. Spanning over 40 years, this...

This anecdotal guide offers a candid look at the cultural adjustments that await Western university graduates teaching English in South Korea. At 42, Alain Howes packed his bags and jumped into...

Thinking Freedom in Africa conceives an emancipatory politics based on the idea that 'people think'. This approach challenges previous attempts at universal emancipation, which have often relied on...