930 results for 'Borges, Jorge Luis'

Cyborg Citizen Politics in the Posthuman Age by Chris Hables Gray explores how humans and technology are transforming our understanding of ourselves and society. As technology advances, it is...

The Borgia Portrait by David Hewson A family inheritance sets off a thrilling adventure through Venice's secret history. When Lizzie Hawker inherits her family home, she uncovers a legacy of mystery...

The Borgia Family Rumor and Representation by Jennifer Mara DeSilva explores how the early modern Borgia family's reputation was shaped by historical observations and later interpretations in various...

The Faaborg Museum and its Artists' Colony is a unique cultural institution located in Denmark. Its striking architecture, featuring bold colours and decorative tile floors, reflects the symbiosis...

A cyborg's life takes an unexpected turn when he finds a stowaway. Craig 'Crank' Abrams has discovered a tiny passenger who tucks easily under his chin, with large eyes that seem to tug at the...

The Borgias and Their Enemies 1431-1519 by Christopher Hibbert is a gripping tale of power, corruption and greed in Renaissance Italy. At its heart lies Rodrigo Borgia, better known as Pope Alexander...

A mysterious inheritance sets off a thrilling adventure in Venice. When Lizzie Hawker inherits her family's palazzo, she uncovers secrets that lead to a priceless painting and a centuries-old mystery...

First published in 1782, Memoirs of Swedenborg offers an intimate and fascinating glimpse into the life of Emanuel Swedenborg, a Swedish philosopher and mystic. Written by Carl Robsahm, who was a...

A new novel by Luis García-Rey is available to buy. Published in 2024, Axel is a work of genre fiction that explores themes of humor and entertainment.The story follows the lives of lawyers and...

The Blaydon Races is a beloved anthem from Tyneside's rich musical heritage. Written by George Ridley in 1862, it has become an iconic part of Geordie culture. This edition brings the full story to...

Understanding Christian Language: A Fresh Perspective The words at the heart of Christianity - such as 'faith', 'forgiveness', and 'salvation' - are often used in everyday conversation, but their...

Borges' collection of essays explores fundamental questions about existence, reality and human understanding. From the nature of Hell to the complexities of translation, these thought-provoking...

Swedenborg's Works True Christian Religion Emanuel Swedenborg's most comprehensive work presents his vision of Christianity as a spiritual rather than a strictly dogmatic religion. This influential...

Tycho Brahe: A Life of Science and Renaissance Culture. This biography offers a lively and engaging account of Tycho Brahe's life, presenting alternative analyses of his scientific work and shedding...

The Lamborghini Diablo: A Comprehensive Guide to the Iconic Supercar. The story of the Lamborghini Diablo begins with its founder's vision for a supercar that would eschew racing, yet still deliver...

The Emperor of Thorns is the final novel in Mark Lawrence's Broken Empire Trilogy. Twenty years old and king of seven nations, Jorg Ancrath seeks to take his next step towards ruling all. His goal of...

Ade's journey to a new home in London is filled with unexpected challenges, but also with opportunities to make a difference. As he navigates his new community, he faces difficulties in fitting in,...

Cesare Borgia: A Reconsideration of His Life and Legacy. This biography offers a fresh perspective on the Italian politician and mercenary leader Cesare Borgia, whose fight for power has inspired...

Cyborgs@Cyberspace?: An Ethnographer Looks to the Future by David Hakken This book challenges traditional boundaries between anthropology and technical studies, arguing that humans have always been...

Donna Haraway's groundbreaking work challenges the notion of a natural world, instead revealing how cultural assumptions shape our understanding of living organisms and technology.Through a critical...

The Borgias: A History of Power and Intrigue The Borgia dynasty has become synonymous with corruption, lust, and violence. Their legacy is one of brutal ambition and unparalleled greed. This account...

Beyond Human Living with Robots and Cyborgs by Gregory Benford and Elisabeth Malartre explores the intersection of human self-change and robotic development. As scientific advances continue to blur...

Emanuel Swedenborg's writings offer a unique perspective on the human experience, bridging the gap between spirituality and science. This collection brings together his most significant works,...

The Uncanny Experiments in Cyborg Culture by Bruce Grenville is a thought-provoking exploration of the cyborg concept in popular culture. This collection delves into the idea of man-as-machine,...

Between Method and Madness: Essays on Swedenborg and Literature explores the influence of Emanuel Swedenborg's ideas on 19th and early 20th-century literature. This collection features six essays by...

The God We Never Knew: Beyond Dogmatic Religion to a More Authentic Contemporary Faith Renowned author Marcus Borg explores how to reconcile faith with modern rationality, science and religious...

Jörg Breu the Elder: Art, Culture, and Belief in Reformation Augsburg This study examines the life and art of Jörg Breu, a German Renaissance artist who lived through the tumultuous years of the...

Darkness Spoken: The Collected Poems of Ingeborg Bachmann is the most comprehensive volume of her poetry in English and German. Considered one of the leading poets of her generation, Bachmann's work...

The ultimate football adventure story from the world's greatest football duo, The F2. When the evil Galaxico aliens steal the game of football from planet Earth, it's up to Jez and Billy to assemble...

Cyborg: An Origin Story Discover the story behind a superhero's transformation from technological experiment to one of the World's Greatest Super Heroes. This book tells the journey of Victor Stone,...

The Borghese Collections and the Display of Art in the Age of the Grand Tour by Carole Paul In 18th-century Rome, the redecoration of the exhibition spaces at the Borghese palace and villa marked a...

Frays Luis de León's poetry has become one of the pinnacle achievements in Spanish Renaissance lyricism. This collection brings together his original work and showcases the poetic output of a group...

Cesare Borgia: His Violent Life and Violent Times by Michael Hone is a fully-illustrated exploration of the life and times of one of history's most infamous figures. Through meticulous research, Hone...

A S Byatt explores the intersection of literature and spirituality in her latest work, On The Conjugial Angel. This book is part of the Swedenborg Society's Archive Series and features readings from...

Cyborg: A Critical Approach to Technology and Humanity This book introduces a critical perspective on cyborg theory, examining how technology is situated within politics and embodiment. It provides a...

Consuming Youth: Vampires, Cyborgs, and the Culture of Consumption By Robert Latham In American popular culture, vampires and cyborgs have become striking figures, particularly in youth culture. This...

In Celebration of Tomas Tranströmer by Homero Aridjis and Stephen McNeilly is a collection of poems that explore the life and work of the renowned Swedish poet, Tomas Tranströmer. This volume brings...

Lucrezia Borgia: Life, Love and Death in Renaissance Italy by Sarah Bradford is a biography that sets the record straight about one of history's most infamous women. For over sixty years, Lucrezia...

An Analysis of Donna Haraway's A Cyborg Manifesto: Science, Technology, and Socialist-feminism in the Late Twentieth Century This influential work by Rebecca Pohl explores the groundbreaking ideas of...

Ingeborg Bachmann: A Scholarly Exploration of Her Work This collection of 13 essays offers a comprehensive analysis of Austrian writer Ingeborg Bachmann's works, exploring themes such as gender,...

David William Parry's "Mount Athos Inside Me" is a deeply personal and erudite exploration of the intersection of art, religion, and philosophy. This thought-provoking work weaves together threads...

The Singular Life of Countess Ingeborg de Beausacq is a fascinating biography that explores the life of a remarkable woman. Born to explore, Countess Ingeborg de Beausacq embarked on two...

Andean Awakening: A personal guide to mystical PeruThis book offers an intimate look at the author's journey of awakening and shares fascinating insights into Peru's history, culture, mythos, and...

Cyborgs, Genes and Tiny Machines: The Fantastic Future of Medicine! This engaging book explores the exciting technologies that are transforming our lives, from genetic engineering to robot...

Yo fui a EGB. El libro de actividadesA humorous and engaging activity book for children, written by Javier Ikaz and Jorge Díaz.With 120 pages of fun exercises and activities, this book is perfect for...

The Presence of Other Worlds: The Psychological and Spiritual Findings of Emanuel Swedenborg This groundbreaking study explores the life and work of Emanuel Swedenborg, a 18th-century scientist and...

The Blue Ocean Strategy Reader brings together the most influential articles by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne on creating new market spaces. Originally published in Harvard Business Review, these...

The Hidden River by Diego Arandojo and Jorge Fantoni is a graphic novel that delves into the world of esoteric groups in Buenos Aires. In 1920, Argentine author Roberto Arlt wrote an essay about his...

Break the Mold: A Guide to Changing Family Patterns and Karma. This insightful book explores how family patterns and karma shape our lives. Rev. Elizabeth Borges reveals that we have the power to...

Sara Vance is coming into her own, with a potential career expansion on the horizon. However, her successful siblings and their perfect spouses often make her feel like the odd one out. When her...

Cyborgs and Barbie Dolls: Feminism, Popular Culture and the Posthuman BodyThis thought-provoking book explores how popular culture represents the 'posthuman' body. Kim Toffoletti examines images of...

Habitaciones separadasBy Luis García Montero, published by VISOR LIBROS, S.L. in 2015.This collection of poetry explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for identity through...

Autism: A Dad's Journey is a heartfelt and honest account of one father's journey as he comes to terms with his sons' diagnoses of Autism. Luis Bayardo shares his personal story, offering a unique...

Luis de Góngora y Argote's Sonetos offers a unique glimpse into the poet's life and work. Through his sonnets, we can explore the places that inspired him, the people who influenced him, and the...

The Codex Borgia is a masterpiece of pre-Columbian art, filled with intricate images and symbolism that reveal the spiritual practices of ancient Mexico. Created around A.D. 1400, this codex is one...

Silvia Guerini's radical critique of gender ideology and transhuman design challenges the notion that the human body can be genetically manipulated and transformed without consequence. She argues...

El camino de las lágrimas is a deeply personal exploration of one of life's most complex and delicate experiences: the loss of a loved one.Jorge Bucay, an Argentine psychologist, tackles this...

The Fall of the House of Borgia by E. R. Chamberlin is a masterful portrait of one of Italy's most infamous families during the Renaissance. This book separates fact from fiction, shedding light on...

Set in 15th-century Spain, Breaker of Bones is a gripping historical mystery that follows Surgeon Thomas Berrington as he navigates a treacherous world of religious fanaticism and murder. When Queen...

The Libyan Paradox by Luis Martínez In the aftermath of 9/11 and the invasion of Iraq in March 2003, Libya's leadership underwent a significant shift. The regime abandoned its nuclear weapons...

Giants Beware! by Jorge Aguirre is a delightful and fantastical adventure about Claudette, a young girl with a big dream: to slay a giant. But her village is so safe and quiet that she's not sure...

George Lopez's ChupaCarter and the Haunted Piñata is a spooky tale of mystery, revenge, and friendship. Jorge finally feels at home in his new town with the help of his friends Liza, Ernie, and...

For those interested in the world of coins, this book provides a comprehensive guide to help determine the value of coins. Using Canadian coins as examples, it includes charts and tips to aid in the...

Anthony Borgia's exploration of the afterlife delves into the unknown, seeking answers from one who has experienced it firsthand. Published in 2017, this book presents a unique perspective on the...

The cyborg hero has become an iconic figure in American film, and Janice H. Rushing and Thomas S. Frentz explore this phenomenon in depth. Through a close analysis of six influential films, the...

Gabriel Gurgel and Karla Fernandes share a personal story about their 9-year-old son's experiences with his ADHD mind. In this book, they discuss how he perceives his own brain and offer practical...

New Romantic Cyborgs: A Complex Relationship Between Technology and Romanticism Mark Coeckelbergh explores the intriguing connection between technology and romanticism, tracing the evolution from...

Birth of a Dancing Star: From Cradle Catholic to Cyborg ChristianThis memoir recounts the remarkable journey of Franciscan Sister Ilia Delio, from scientist to theologian and from traditional...

This comprehensive guide to early science fiction, fantasy and horror literature provides nearly 200 essays about lesser-known works from the past three hundred years. The collection is arranged...

A Lexicon to the Latin Text of the Theological Writings of Emanuel Swedenborg (1688-1772) is a comprehensive dictionary of fourteen thousand Neo-Latin words and their uses, drawn from...

Posthumanist Learning: A New Approach to Human Learning in the Age of Technology. This book presents a groundbreaking posthuman learning theory that challenges traditional understanding of human...

The Critical Writings of Ingeborg Bachmann is a comprehensive collection of essays, lectures, and other critical writings by one of the most influential postwar writers in German. Ingeborg Bachmann's...

Several Short Sentences About Writing by Verlyn Klinkenborg is a thought-provoking exploration of the writing process, challenging conventional wisdom about creativity, genius, and writer's block...

Edith Head: The Fifty-Year Career of Hollywood's Greatest Costume Designer Discover the remarkable story of Edith Head, the legendary costume designer behind some of Hollywood's most iconic films...

Daphne Caruana Galizia was a formidable journalist who wielded her pen like a razor to expose the truth. For over thirty years, she fought for democracy and minority rights in Malta, never wiling or...

Jesus Uncovering the Life, Teachings and Relevance of a Religious Revolutionary by Marcus J. Borg explores the enduring significance of Jesus Christ in modern Christianity. Borg examines how our...

Cyborg Mind: What Brain-Computer and Mind-Cyberspace Interfaces Mean for Cyberneuroethics By Calum MacKellar Berghahn Books, 2022 The development of direct interfaces between the human brain and...

This collection of essays explores the concept of voluntary associations in the Graeco-Roman world. Through detailed case studies of various groups such as early synagogues, churches, philosophical...

Citizen Cyborg: A New Approach to Human Enhancement. In this thought-provoking work, medical ethicist James Hughes challenges the prevailing views on human enhancement technologies. He argues that...

Lisa Hilton's Sex and the City of Ladies is a thought-provoking reimagining of Christine de Pisan's medieval classic. Over 600 years after its original publication, Hilton picks up the story where de...

A gonzo-journalistic exploration of Silicon Valley's pursuit of escaping mortality, this book delves into the world of transhumanism and its proponents. Mark O'Connell examines the possibilities...

Carl Jung and Emanuel Swedenborg's works offer a unique perspective on the human mind and its connection to life after death. Their ideas are rooted in a rational and scientific approach, exploring...

Una historia ridiculaA poignant and humorous exploration of human relationships, this novel delves into the complexities of love, family, and identity.Luis Landero's thoughtful prose weaves together...

A dual-language volume of poems on darkness and light, many appearing in English for the first time, by one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century. This collection brings together Borges's...

Luis Bernardo's life is turned upside down when King Dom Carlos invites him to become governor of Portugal's smallest colony, São Tomé e Principe. He is ill-prepared for the challenges of plantation...

The Science of Spirit Parapsychology, Enlightenment and Evolution by Luis Portela This book explores the intersection of science and spirituality, examining traditional psychic phenomena and their...

Aristotle's essay on melancholy offers insights into creativity and mood swings. Marlies ter Borg provides explanations to deepen Aristotle's staccato statements. This accessible standalone version...

Fray Luis de León's Poesía is a landmark collection of poetry that showcases the author's profound understanding of classical Greek and Italian literature. Written in the 16th century, this edition...

La mente o la vida: Una aproximación a la terapia de aceptación y compromiso by Jorge Barraca Mairal This title may suggest an unhelpful dichotomy, implying that thinking and living are mutually...

Master medical terminology with proven memory techniques. Luis Angel Echeverria's guide helps pre-med school and nursing students learn to creatively remember medical terms, using dictionary prefix,...

This collection of five books offers a unique perspective on life in West Africa during the 18th century. Translated into English by Selena Axelrod Winsnes, these works provide valuable insights into...

La sibila by Agustina Bessa Luís is a non-fiction work that explores the world of divination and prophecy. This book delves into the history and cultural significance of various forms of divination,...

A novel of the time of Jesus Christ, El trono maldito explores the complexities of power and faith in ancient Europe. Written by José Luis Corral Lafuente, Antonio Piñero, and José Luis Corral, this...

The Philosophy of Football presents a unique and in-depth exploration of the phenomenon of football. Drawing on literature from sociology, history, psychology, and beyond, Steffen Borge examines the...

When Jorge and Berto's latest prank goes too far, they find themselves in a sticky situation. Their school's brain is now hungry for revenge, and only one super hero can save the day.This humorous...

Reading the Bible Again for the First Time offers a fresh approach to understanding the scriptures. Marcus Borg argues that it's possible to reconcile faith with critical thinking and scientific...

Better Memory Now: A Practical Guide to Improving Your Memory and Learning AbilityLearn how to apply creative memory techniques to quickly memorize any information, from school material to business...

Luis Gonzalez just wants to go to prom with his boyfriend. But when a hit on the head sends him hurtling back in time to 1985, he finds himself in high school with his own parents and a whole lot of...

Human attacks account for 100 percent of premature deaths among certain supernatural and mutant groups. This trend has been observed over the past millennia, with an increasing number of...

The Lambton Worm is a humorous tale about a legendary creature that brings terror to a small town. When Sir John returns home, he ensures the worm's reign ends.This exciting story is part of a series...