10000 results for 'Xunzi, Eric L. Hutton (Introduction, Translator)'

Xunzi: The Complete TextA comprehensive and systematic vision of Confucian thought, this one-volume English translation presents the full text of Xunzi in an accessible format. Eric Hutton's...

The Histories, a masterpiece of Western history, comes alive in this vibrant translation. Composed around 440 BC, Herodotus' work is the earliest surviving nonfiction, spanning from the Trojan War to...

Simone Weil's "On the Abolition of All Political Parties" is a powerful critique of the modern liberal political order. Weil argues that the foundation of this system is flawed, and that it has led...

Len Hutton: A Life in Cricket Len Hutton was a batsman who enjoyed a stellar career with Yorkshire and England. Born into a family of cricketers, he began playing the game as a schoolboy and quickly...

James Hutton: The Founder of Modern GeologyThis revised and expanded edition pays tribute to James Hutton's groundbreaking work in geology, which laid the foundations for modern environmentalism...

James Hutton: A Life of Discovery and Genius The name James Hutton may not be as well-known as some of his contemporaries, but his contributions to science were revolutionary. As a doctor, farmer,...

Xunzi's radical thinker's perspective challenges traditional views of human nature. He posits that men are born evil, yet argues for the importance of moral education in creating a functioning...

The Hutton Inquiry: A Play About Power and Truth This play is based on the real-life events surrounding the death of Dr. David Kelly, which led to the Hutton Inquiry into the government's handling of...

Les Fleurs Du Mal by Charles Baudelaire is a masterpiece of poetry that has been beautifully translated into English. Eric Gans's translation brings the full force of Baudelaire's unique vision to...

A high-seas adventure awaits with 10 little rubber ducks as they float to every part of the world. Join them on their journey of discovery as they explore new lands and find exciting things along the...

Computer-aided Translation Technology: A Practical Introduction explores the role of technology in translation and how to use this evolving tool. Lynne Bowker introduces readers to the world of...

Translation is a fundamental aspect of our globalised world. Without translation, we would not have access to foreign news, dubbed films, and instructions for using everyday appliances. Translation...

Pere Goriot is a pivotal work in Balzac's sweeping novel sequence "La Comedie Humaine", exploring the social panoramic of the human condition. At its heart is the tragic story of Jean-Joachim Goriot,...

Wind/Pinball is a unique two-in-one volume featuring Haruki Murakami's first novel, Hear the Wind Sing, and his second novel, Pinball, 1973. Each book has its own stunning cover, making it a visually...

Writing a Translation Commentary: A Step-by-Step Guide This comprehensive textbook provides a clear and structured approach to writing a self-reflective translation commentary. It guides students...

Localization in Translation provides a comprehensive overview of the main theoretical, practical, and methodological issues related to localization. This textbook explores the technological, textual,...

Khirbet Khizeh A Novel by S. Yizhar is a powerful and haunting novella that explores the complexities of modern Israel. In 1948, the Arab villagers of Khirbet Khizeh are forcibly expelled from their...

The Histories by Herodotus is widely regarded as the first work of historical literature in Western Civilization. Written in the 5th century BC, it presents a systematic approach to investigation,...

The Hutton and Butler Lifting the Lid on the Workings of Power By W. G. Runciman This collection of essays offers a detailed examination of the key events and controversies that dominated the news...

The Ways of Mental Prayer with Introductory Letter by Pope Pius X This book presents a systematic approach to contemplative prayer, drawing on the teachings of various saints and spiritual leaders...

The Haunting of Hill House is a masterful tale of unnerving terror, first published in 1959. This deluxe edition brings together the works of Shirley Jackson, a renowned author of Gothic and...

Byzantine Readings of Ancient Historians Texts in Translation, with Introductions and Notes by Anthony Kaldellis. The survival of ancient Greek historiography is largely due to its preservation by...

Learn to translate Chinese into English with this comprehensive guide. Introduction to Chinese-English Translation covers the basics and essential skills for effective translation, including...

The Castle, a haunting tale of struggle and frustration, follows the story of a man's relentless pursuit of an elusive authority. In this new translation, Mark Harman brings Kafka's original...

Charles Hutton's life was marked by hard work and determination. As a young man, he toiled in the coal pits, but his talent for maths and languages eventually led him to a different path. Twenty...

Eric Carle's Book of Amazing Animals brings the natural world to life with vibrant scenes and fascinating facts. Over 180 incredible creatures are showcased in this engaging introduction to the...

This comprehensive guide to Scotland's Northern Highlands takes you on a journey through 3 billion years of geological history. From the formation of continents to the evolution of life, and from...

Sherlock Holmes - Tragedy at Hutton Hall and Other Stories by Mike Hogan is a collection of two novellas that showcase the detective's remarkable skills in unraveling complex mysteries. In one story,...

Early Christian Martyr Stories: A New Introduction with Translations. The stories of early Christian martyrs are powerful tools for teaching and character formation. However, these accounts are often...

Discover the remarkable story of New Zealand's Hutton's shearwater, a seabird that breeds in just two remote locations high in the Kaikoura Mountains. This fascinating tale begins with the discovery...

Proclus' Elements of Theology is a comprehensive summary of the Neoplatonic system in its fully developed form. This foundational text is considered second only to Plotinus' Enneads in importance for...

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is a foundational work of moral philosophy that explores the nature of human virtues and the ideal life. This new translation by Christopher Rowe brings the text into...

A Companion to the Aeneid in Translation: Volume 1 Introduction and Indices by Christopher Tanfield provides an authoritative introduction to the literary and historical significance of Virgil's epic...

Immanuel Kant's seminal work on moral philosophy presents his conception of self-government based on pure reason. This influential text has been a subject of controversy and reinterpretation for over...

Laird Barron's Occultation is a chilling collection of cosmic horror, pitting ordinary men and women against a chaotic cosmos. Nine tales of terror, including two previously unpublished stories,...

Eric Carle's iconic art style brings a poetic touch to this Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read, where the sun's journey across the sky is a perfect introduction to reading for young children.With...

David Woodhouse's detailed account of Hutton's men in the West Indies cricket team during the 1953/54 season is a fascinating study of a pivotal moment in the sport.Woodhouse's research has uncovered...

Antigone, translated by E. H. Plumptre with an introduction by J. Churton Collins, is a masterpiece of classical antiquity that explores the conflict between public duty and personal loyalty. In...

The Gospel of Mark: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary by Joel Marcus. This is the first part of a two-volume commentary on the Gospel of Mark, written by renowned New Testament...

The Babylonian Talmud by A. Cohen is a comprehensive translation of Tractate Berakhot, accompanied by an introduction, commentary, glossary and indices. This edition provides valuable insights into...

The Pilgrimage of Egeria: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary This new translation of the Itinerarium Egeriae offers a fresh perspective on the late fourth-century diary of journeys in...

Stranger in a Strange Land is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the complexities of human nature and the consequences of first contact. The story follows a human raised on Mars,...

Eric Bristow: The Autobiography Eric Bristow is widely regarded as the greatest darts player of all time, and his autobiography is a candid account of his rise to the top. Born in London's East End,...

The Iliad (Translated Into Verse by Alexander Pope with an Introduction and Notes by Theodore Alois Buckley) Set against the backdrop of the final year of the Trojan War, this epic poem tells the...

The City of God is a highly influential work of Christian philosophy written by Saint Augustine in the first part of the 5th century A.D. This expansive theological work provides an articulate...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar's soothing story invites you to take a moment to breathe and explore your feelings. Featuring Eric Carle's iconic art, this beautifully illustrated book offers a peaceful...

The Apocriticus presents a unique and fascinating dialogue between two intellectual adversaries. In this rich source from the fourth century CE, a Christian rhetor engages in a four-day public debate...

The Matrix of Gog: From the Land of Magog Came the Khazars to Destroy and Plunder by Daniel L. Patrick and Patrick Daniel This book explores a biblical prophecy that has sparked debate and curiosity...

The Odyssey (Translated Into Prose by Samuel Butler with an Introduction by William Lucas Collins) Considered one of the most important works of classical antiquity, "The Odyssey" is an epic poem...

An Introduction to Audio Description is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of audio description, providing readers with the skills needed for effective translation of images into words...

Francisco Suárez's On Real Relation: Disputatio Metaphysica Xlvii is a foundational work in medieval philosophy. This translation presents Suárez's arguments for the nature of relation, exploring its...

The Healing Power of Illness: Understanding What Your Symptoms Are Telling You This book challenges conventional views of illness by suggesting that symptoms can be a guide to inner conflicts and...

A 75th-anniversary edition of Angela Carter's masterpiece, featuring a new introduction by Kelly Link. This Deluxe Edition of The Bloody Chamber includes subversively dark and sensual versions of...

The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu A pivotal moment in Chinese history sets the stage for a catastrophic chain of events. In 1967, a brutal act of violence leaves a young woman with a lasting impact...

The Gospel of Ramakrishna is a unique and insightful account of the life and teachings of Sri Ramakrishna, a Bengali mystic who had a profound impact on the development of modern Hinduism. Through a...

Discover the amazing transformation of a tadpole into a frog with Eric Carle's iconic artwork. This nonfiction story explores the life cycle of a frog, bringing the wonders of nature to life in...

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a collection of personal reflections and philosophical musings written in Greek. This highly regarded translation by George Long presents the work in a clear and...

The Geography of Strabo is a comprehensive and influential work of Greek literature that has shaped our understanding of geography and the history of the earth. Written in the first century BC, this...

The Excerpts of Stobaeus, Papyrus Fragments, and Ancient Testimonies in an English Translation with Notes and Introduction by M. David Litwa. This volume presents new English translations of...

Lucian's True History is a unique and imaginative tale that defies easy categorization. This edition brings together the original Greek text with an English translation on facing pages, making it an...

Solon's laws have long been a subject of interest for scholars and historians. This book offers the definitive critical edition of Solon's laws, comprising the original Greek fragments with English...

De-mystifying Translation: Introducing Translation to Non-translators by Lynne Bowker provides an accessible introduction to the field of translation for students and readers who are not translators...

The Homeric Hymns A Translation, with Introduction and Notes by Diane J. Rayor. These thirty-four ancient poems have captivated readers for two and a half millennia with their beautiful language and...

This comprehensive collection offers a modern and accessible translation of Claudian's work, published in English for the first time since 1922. The volume includes detailed notes and a glossary to...

Eric Jackson's life has been a thrilling adventure, filled with speed, excitement, and camaraderie. As Marathon Man, he drove for Ford Motor Company in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, competing in...

The Fragments of the Work of Heraclitus of Ephesus on NatureTranslated from the Greek Text of Bywater, with an Introduction Historical and Critical by G. T. W. Patrick.This collection of fragments...

The Words of My Perfect Teacher: A Complete Translation of a Classic Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism This practical guide to inner transformation introduces the fundamental spiritual practices...

Billy Tully and Ernie Munger meet in the ring, their brief bout setting in motion a chain of events that will shape their lives. In a world where the promise of the good life is often overshadowed by...

The universe is a vast and unforgiving forest, home to countless predators that roam the cosmos. Any civilization that reveals its presence is immediately targeted, leaving only stealth and deception...

G.W.F. Hegel's Phenomenology of Spirit is a foundational work of philosophy that continues to challenge readers with its complex ideas. Michael Inwood's new translation aims to convey the nuances of...

The Tao Tê Ching offers timeless wisdom on the nature of reality and our place within it. This translation by Chung-yuan Chang provides a fresh perspective on this ancient Chinese text, making its...

The Song of Myself: A New Verse Translation of the Bhagavad Gita by David Lindley. This modern translation of the ancient Sanskrit text, The Bhagavad Gita, offers a fresh reading of a work that has...

Translation in the Americas is a complex and contested field, shaped by competing literary and political interests. This book explores the geographic, socio-political and cultural aspects of...

Aristotle's De Anima offers a profound exploration of the human soul. Through meticulous reasoning and observation, Aristotle seeks to understand the nature and attributes of the soul, its...

George Boys-Stones explores Middle Platonism in this comprehensive introduction and collection of sources. By focusing on its contemporary philosophical engagements, the book reconstructs the...

The Translator's Invisibility: A History of Translation Lawrence Venuti explores the evolution of translation from the 17th century to the present day. He examines how fluency became the dominant...

The Odyssey Book 1 offers a unique window into ancient Greek culture through Homer's timeless epic. This volume provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of ancient Greece, exploring its...

The Book of Revelation: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary by Craig R. Koester offers a comprehensive look at this powerful and controversial early Christian text. Originally written...

Aristophanes' Wasps and Other Plays is a collection of four plays that showcase the playwright's unique blend of fantasy, satire, and absurdity. Written in the 5th century BCE, these comedies are...

Bible Translation: An Introductory Course in Translation Principles is a practical guide for those preparing to translate the Bible or contribute to other Bible translation projects. This fourth...

The Commentary by Saint Ephrem Syrus on Tatian's "Diatessaron" is an English translation of a fourth-century A.D. theological work that fills a significant gap in scholarship. This translation...

Gian Lorenzo Bernini was one of the most influential artists of seventeenth-century Rome and a leading creative force in European art. His work had a lasting impact, with his style still widely...

The Poems of the Pearl Manuscript: A Comprehensive Edition of Middle English Poetry. For students of Middle English, this revised edition of The Poems of the Pearl Manuscript has been the key...

The Bhagavad Gita: A Timeless Exploration of Morality and Spirituality This 700 verse Hindu scripture, part of the larger Mahabharata, is attributed to Sage Vyasa. It tells the story of Prince...

The Divine Comedy is an allegorical tale regarding man's search for divinity. Written in Italian and translated into English verse by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, this masterpiece follows a journey...

Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary" is a seminal work of literary realism that explores the complexities of human desire and the monotony of everyday life. The novel tells the story of Emma Bovary, an...

Friedrich Nietzsche's "The Twilight of the Idols" is a provocative philosophical work that challenges conventional thinking and societal norms. Written in just over a week, this polemic explores key...

John Buridan's Sophismata Chapter Eight explores problems about self-reference and semantic paradoxes. This edition provides a translation, introduction, and philosophical commentary to make...

Eric Carle's Opposites explores the world of opposites through full-page flaps. Discover how short and tall, big and little, over and under are just a few examples of the many contrasts that make...

Friedrich Nietzsche's scathing critique of Christianity and established morality is presented in this translation and introduction by H.L. Mencken. The Antichrist is notable for its incendiary tone,...

Machine Translation: A concise overview of the development and evolution of digital translation tools.The dream of a universal translation device has been a long-standing goal, with research focusing...

Thomas More's groundbreaking work "Utopia" is a pioneering exploration of social philosophy. First published in 1516, this influential book describes an idealized island community where perfect...

Professor Arnold Ehret's Mucusless Diet Healing System: Annotated, Revised, and Edited by Prof. Spira offers a profound revelation about the fundamental cause of many human illnesses. The book...

Eric and the Voice of Doom by Barbara Mitchelhill A new baby in the family can be stressful enough, but this one is certainly unusual. When Eric receives an unexpected gift from his Auntie Rose, he...

Eric Portman: A Portrait of Eric Portman is the first ever biography of British film star and stage actor Eric Portman. This comprehensive portrait draws on previously unseen photographs, private...

Father of Lies is a chilling exploration of power, paranoia, and the dangers of blind obedience. In this fable, the author delivers a reasoned attack on blind religious obedience, revealing the...

Pancakes, Pancakes! is a charming story about the joy of a traditional breakfast. In the early morning, Jack's hunger for a large pancake is matched only by his mother's need for ingredients from the...

Farid al-Din 'Attār's Memorial of God's Friends is a unique and engaging portrayal of spiritual experience in the Islamic tradition. This collection of biographies brings together the lives and...

Eric Hoffer's The True Believer is a thought-provoking exploration of the mind of the fanatic, offering a penetrating study of how an individual becomes one. Written by a stevedore on the San...

Epictetus' Enchiridion is a practical guide to Stoic philosophy, offering a simple yet profound approach to living in harmony with the world. Written by one of the most prominent Stoic philosophers,...