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Philip K. Dick The Hanging Stranger

Fiction
English
5289 Words
Ages 18 and up
2
0

Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American novelist, short story writer, essayist and philosopher whose published works mainly belong to the genre of science fiction. Dick explored philosophical, sociological, political and metaphysical themes in novels dominated by monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. In his later works, Dick's thematic focus strongly reflected his personal interest in metaphysics and theology. He often drew upon his own life experiences in addressing the nature ofdrug abuse, paranoia, schizophrenia, and transcendental experiences in novels such as A Scanner Darkly andVALIS.[1] Later in life, he wrote non-fiction on philosophy, theology, the nature of reality and science; this material was published posthumously as The Exegesis. [more]

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Philip K. Dick Beyond the Door

Fiction
English
2411 Words
Ages 18 and up
2
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Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American novelist, short story writer, essayist and philosopher whose published works mainly belong to the genre of science fiction. Dick explored philosophical, sociological, political and metaphysical themes in novels dominated by monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. In his later works, Dick's thematic focus strongly reflected his personal interest in metaphysics and theology. He often drew upon his own life experiences in addressing the nature of drug abuse, paranoia, schizophrenia, and transcendental experiences in novels such as A Scanner Darklyand VALIS.[1] Later in life, he wrote non-fiction on philosophy, theology, the nature of reality and science; this material was published posthumously as The Exegesis. [more]

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Philip Kindred Dick Beyond Lies the Wub

Fiction
English
2690 Words
Ages 18 and up
2
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Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American novelist, short story writer, essayist and philosopher whose published works mainly belong to the genre of science fiction. Dick explored philosophical, sociological, political and metaphysical themes in novels dominated by monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. In his later works, Dick's thematic focus strongly reflected his personal interest in metaphysics and theology. He often drew upon his own life experiences in addressing the nature of drug abuse, paranoia, schizophrenia, and transcendental experiences in novels such as A Scanner Darklyand VALIS.[1] Later in life, he wrote non-fiction on philosophy, theology, the nature of reality and science; this material was published posthumously as The Exegesis. [more]

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Philip Kindred Dick The Eyes Have It

Fiction
English
1112 Words
Ages 18 and up
2
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Philip Kindred Dick (December 16, 1928 – March 2, 1982) was an American novelist, short story writer, essayist and philosopher whose published works mainly belong to the genre of science fiction. Dick explored philosophical, sociological, political and metaphysical themes in novels dominated by monopolistic corporations, authoritarian governments, and altered states of consciousness. In his later works, Dick's thematic focus strongly reflected his personal interest in metaphysics and theology. He often drew upon his own life experiences in addressing the nature of drug abuse, paranoia, schizophrenia, and transcendental experiences in novels such as A Scanner Darkly and VALIS.[1] Later in life, he wrote non-fiction on philosophy, theology, the nature of reality and science; this material was published posthumously as The Exegesis. [more]

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Desiderius Erasmus Against War

Philosophy
English
22582 Words
No Age Recommendation
709
2

Erasmus considers war to be an unmitigated evil, which should only be turned to as a last resort. Erasmus asserts the pacificist democratic argument which is popular in the Age of Enlightenment and with modern liberals that wars are not the desire of the common man. The implication is the traditional structures of power were overturned, and politics were more democratic, wars would cease. Leaders should not turn to counsel from those who have an interest in war, arms dealers, and the inexperienced who find war attractive, but to "older men renowned by their mercy and benevolence." Erasmus recognizes that there are a plurality of motivations to war: desire for power, envy, greed, and so on, but he is curious as to its metaphysical status. Warring seems to be unique to humanity, he notes. Comparing humans with animals, beasts are quite benign in their affairs, yet humans are apt to put thousands on the battlefield with the aim of killing and destroying. [more]

Keywords: against war, erasmus, political philosophy, social science, ethics

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DCS Synarchy Book 1: The Awakening

Science Fiction
English
15563 Words
No Age Recommendation
2751
47

The first six chapters of the not to miss sci-fi thriller, Synarchy Book 1: The Awakening - A plan is exposed, centuries in the making, and so sinister not even the legend himself could have predicted the depth of its impact on the world. In his lifetime, Stefano Terenzio had a merciless ambition for absolute power. Two generations later the shockwave he ignited was still being felt. Now, as the world inches closer to December 21st, 2012, sides are chosen, families divide, and an epic battle begins that will determine whether mankind continues existing in a world of lies, or shatters the chains that have held us prisoner since his-tory was written. Shocking yet hopeful, Synarchy slowly unravels the tightly laced reality we have created for ourselves. Blending the metaphysical with conspiracy, fact with fiction, debut author DCS has opened up a world that will force you to rethink everything you believe about your own. The knowledge within provokes the question; do you really want to know? [more]

Keywords: 2012, Ascension, Thriller, Science Fiction, Conspiracy Theories

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Peter Jones Dust

A Gothic Tale

Horror
English
2 Words
Ages 18 and up
40
10

When twins Sarah and Sophie are contacted by a firm of solicitors, and told that they have been named as the joint beneficiaries in the will of Kathleen Kirchner, their recently-deceased aunt, it seems to call for celebrations all round. The cash inheritance alone is a huge one — neither of them will ever have to work again, as long as they live; and, in addition to several millions of pounds in cash and investments, they find they also own a house-and-estate in mid-Wales. The only problem is that the late Kathleen Kirchner had had a reputation for 'dabbling' in Black Magic. And when Mark, Sarah's husband, starts turning the metaphysical rocks over, he becomes increasingly worried about the seething mass he finds underneath them. It appears that the price of the legacy is that one of the twins — and only one — is marked down to be Satan's incarnation on earth. Somehow, all of this has something to do with Coleridge's unfinished poem "Kubla Khan"... [more]

Keywords: Dust, Peter Jones, Kubla Khan, Antichrist, Necronomicon, Satanic, Apocalypse, Incarnation, Xanadu, Walpurgisnacht, Armageddon, Possession

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Adrian Nicula For a coffee...

Poems

Poetry
English
8289 Words
Ages 16 and up
411
1

"Philosophy is like a wake from the dependence on the needs of life," Karl Jaspers said, that does not mean that philosophy will find the solution to all the problems of life, an opportunist will always find a solution for his needs faster than a philosopher. On the other hand, "from the philosopher is required to think, and from the poet the truth," Hannah Arendt said, the poet, the eternal rebel, who makes his own way in life, independent of the society in which he was born, from the antiquity, the poet, is keeping always the same initiative. We see Orpheus, choosing maybe the most daring way, namely the way to the underworld, we see many of them others, independent, who made their living through their writings. And what is the way of the poet? The poet, the creator of an inner world, is portrayed in his poems, showing aspects of what he has built following his own path, a metaphysical path of the soul in the constant search for the truth. And last but not least, "to be a poet is a condition rather than a profession," said Robert Graves. Adrian Nicula, 25th of April, 2017 [more]

Keywords: english, poems

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Noah Daniels Mindful Meditation

A Beginners Guide To Demystifying Meditation & Being Mindful

Esotericism
English
11822 Words
Ages 6 and up
202
0

Meditation has been around for hundreds if not thousands of years and it has many different cultural contexts, some of which transcend the boundaries of any one specific culture. According to Eastern philosophy, to meditate means to think on the eternal, or rather to expand your consciousness until you are at one with the universe as a whole. This philosophy is based on the belief that transcendental emotions like grief, euphoria or even love can fade away, but the universe is forever. Even if you’re not interested in the metaphysical implications of meditation it has undeniable health benefits. It incorporates many relaxation techniques that can help you erase the negative feelings that come with the stress of leading a hectic lifestyle. Learning to meditate can have positive effects on stress-induced illnesses like heart disease and high blood pressure. In conjunction with traditional approaches to medicine, meditation can target the root causes behind stress-based conditions by helping you to calm and clear your mind. Which is exactly what the brand new guide teaches and makes plain in everyday language...easy enough for a child to understand! The Origin Of Meditation & Its Impact On The World. The many benefits of meditation and some of the best reasons why you should embrace the meditation lifestyle. The different types of meditation and how you can use them to unlock your hidden potential. How to use simple meditation exercises for relaxation, stress relief and more! Some simple, yet effective ways to cultivate a positive mindset through meditation. How To Incorporate Meditation Into Your Daily Life. [more]

Keywords: Meditation, meditate, hidden potential, meditation exercises, relaxation, stress relief

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C. W. Leadbeater The Astral Plane

Esotericism
English
37227 Words
No Age Recommendation
331
2

IN the extensive literature of Theosophy this little work stands out for certain specially marked characteristics. It records an attempt to describe the Invisible World in the same manner that a botanist would describe some new territory on this globe not explored by any previous botanist. Most works dealing with Mysticism and Occultism are characterised by the lack of a scientific presentation, such as is exacted in every department of science. They give us far more the significance of things, rather than descriptions of the things themselves. In this little book the author approaches the Invisible World from the modern standpoint of science. The first point which it is necessary to make clear in describing this astral plane is its absolute reality. In using that word I am not speaking from that metaphysical standpoint from which all but the One Unmanifested is unreal because impermanent; I am using the word in its plain, every-day sense, and I mean by it that the objects and inhabitants of the astral plane are real in exactly the same way as our own bodies, our furniture, our houses or monuments are real – as real as Charing Cross, to quote an expressive remark from one of the earliest Theosophical works. They will no more endure for ever than will objects on the physical plane, but they are nevertheless realities from our point of view while they last – realities which we cannot afford to ignore merely because the majority of mankind is as yet unconscious, or but vaguely conscious, of their existence. [more]

Keywords: the astral plane, c w leadbeater, out of body experience, astral travel, occult knowledge, spiritual wisdom, theosophy, the spirit world

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