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Nel momento in cui si conoscono, Gabriel Oak e Bathsheba Everdene sono due persone antitetiche: fattore benestante, dai modi un po’ frugali, il primo; bellissima e nullatenente, ospite di una zia, la seconda. Nonostante l’invidiabile posizione sociale del signor Oak, Bathsheba rifiuta la sua appassionata corte. Dopo una terribile tempesta, tuttavia, i ruoli si invertono: Bathsheba ha ora ereditato la florida azienda agricola dello zio, mentre Gabriel, caduto in miseria, è costretto a farsi assumere proprio da lei come pastore.

Il primo grande romanzo di Thomas Mann racconta la storia di una famiglia tedesca dell'Ottocento che dopo anni di prosperità è esposta a una tragica decadenza: le basi di un patrimonio e di una potenza che sembravano incrollabili sono sgretolate da una forza ostinata e segreta. Opera di ispirazione autobiografica, questo romanzo, capolavoro della letteratura europea, esprime compiutamente la concezione estetica e politica dello scrittore tedesco, il suo rimpianto per una mitica e solida borghesia, la coscienza della crisi di un mondo e di valori.

Opera complessa e articolata, di grande intensità emotiva, “Tess dei d’Urberville”, dello scrittore e poeta inglese Thomas Hardy (1840/1928), all’epoca fu accusato di sfidare la morale vittoriana, suscitando aspre polemiche. Pubblicato a puntate nel 1891 sulla rivista The Graphic, fu censurato per essere poi ripubblicato in tre volumi nella versione integrale.

Quando, all'origine dei tempi, l'Homo sapiens ha trovato per la prima volta un suo simile a terra, rigido ed esanime, l'ha accerchiato improvvisando un rituale per poi trascinarlo il più lontano possibile, affinché non tornasse tra i vivi. Da quel momento - prima apparizione memorabile della morte sulla Terra - l'umanità ha iniziato a fare i conti con la precarietà della propria vita, e si è divisa in due schieramenti: quello dei pessimisti e quello, molto più nutrito, degli ottimisti.

From making faster, better decisions to automating rote work to enabling robots to respond to emotions, AI and machine learning are already reshaping business and society. What should you and your company be doing today to ensure that you're poised for success and keeping up with your competitors in the age of AI? Artificial Intelligence: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review brings you today's most essential thinking on AI and explains how to launch the right initiatives at your company to capitalize on the opportunity of the machine intelligence revolution.

When Mrs. Bennet passes away, Mr. Bennet is left with the responsibility of raising four young children alone. Without delay, he promptly seeks the aid of Mrs. Blackwall, a nearby lady of gentle birth but modest means, to assume the role of governess. With her assistance, the Bennet daughters grow into fine young ladies that any father would be proud of. Year after year, Mr. Bennet grew more dependent on the calm companionship of Mrs. Blackwall, until a sudden realization hit him: he was deeply in love with her. The couple wedded and the new Mrs. Bennet fit seamlessly into the family.

Quanto abbiamo bisogno degli altri e quanto ne temiamo il coinvolgimento in un’epoca dominata dall’apparenza e dalla velocità? Dove passa il confine tra amore e paura? Thomas Leoncini esplora i cambiamenti delle relazioni nella nostra effimera società liquida riprendendo il filo interrotto di un lavoro iniziato scrivendo con Zygmunt Bauman il bestseller internazionale "Nati liquidi".

Written during his early ministry at Simprin, the Paraphrase on the Epistle to the Galatians was initially crafted for personal reflection rather than publication. Now shared with the hope of enriching the church of Christ, this work invites readers to explore the timeless truths of Pauls message.

In this exploration of the Book of Hosea, we delve into the life and prophecies of a remarkable prophet who dedicated many years to his sacred mission. Hosea foresaw the impending captivity of the ten tribes long before it occurred, and he likely lived to witness the ominous signs of its approach. Believed to hail from the kingdom of Israel, his prophecies often touch upon Judah as well. His writing style is strikingly concise and thought-provoking, with moments that are deeply moving, passionate, and profound. The overarching theme of his work is to reveal the profound sinfulness of his ...

In his youth, Thomas Chalmers encountered several skeptical writings that initially led him to dismiss religion as mere superstition. His mind was clouded by these infidel productions, and despite his background in the precise reasoning of mathematics, he struggled to find similar proofs for Christianity. However, the influence of friends encouraged him to delve into Butler’s Analogy. This pivotal work shifted his perspective, allowing him to view Christianity as worthy of careful examination rather than a mere improbability. With an open mind, he approached the evidence as he would for any ...

Explore the unparalleled glory and power that accompanies the proclamation of the Gospel, highlighting its superiority over the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai.

Delve into the world of Thomas Hardys Far From The Madding Crowd, his fourth novel that intricately weaves together the lives of five unforgettable characters Gabriel Oak, Bathsheba Everdene, Mr. Boldwood, Sgt. Troy, and Fanny Robin. This compelling narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and the inevitability of death, all portrayed in Hardys masterful prose. The vivid imagery of both character and nature brings the story to life, while Hardys innovative use of the Greek chorus adds a unique blend of humor and momentum to the plot. Join us on this literary journey, beautifully ...

The Reverend Thomas Morell crafted this poignant libretto, which was masterfully set to music by George Frederick Handel and first performed at Covent Garden Theatre in London in 1752. Drawing inspiration from the Old Testament book of Judges, the tale follows Jephtha, a valiant military leader of the Israelites, who makes a harrowing vow to the Almighty if granted victory, he will sacrifice the first living being he encounters upon his return. Tragically, that being turns out to be his beloved daughter, Iphis, forcing him to confront an unimaginable dilemma—honor his vow to God or save his ...

Join us as we explore the haunting echoes of divine judgment through the lens of Londons past. This episode delves into two catastrophic events—the plague of 1665 and the fire of 1666—each a powerful testament to the voice of the Lord as it resonated through the city. We will uncover the reasons behind these calamities, examining a detailed list of Londons sins, and reflect on the spiritual lessons that emerge from such a terrible call to repentance. With insights drawn from Micah 69, we seek to understand the significance of these events and the duties they invoke for us today.

Discover the intriguing concept of industrial democracy and explore its intricate relationship with capitalism in this enlightening discussion. (Summary by progressingamerica)

Dive into American Crisis, a powerful collection of 13 pamphlets penned by the renowned 18th-century Enlightenment thinker Thomas Paine. Published between 1776 and 1783, during the tumultuous times of the American Revolution, this series was curated into a single volume in 1882 by Moncure D. Conway. Each essay, alongside two additional inserts, served to uplift the spirits of American colonists as they fought for independence, urged the English to rally behind the colonial cause, clarified the stakes involved, and firmly rejected any notions of negotiated peace. Filled with memorable quotes, ...

Dive into the profound insights of Thomas Troward, a British judge turned philosopher, who dedicated his retirement to exploring the intersections of logic and spirituality. Influenced by the teachings of various religions—including Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism—Troward sought to understand the principles of cause and effect with clarity and precision. His work, particularly the Edinburgh Lectures on Mental Science, has been lauded by notable figures like philosopher William James, who called it the ablest statement of philosophy he had encountered. Furthermore, early members...

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More than 30 years ago, nutrition researcher T. Colin Campbell and his team at Cornell University, in partnership with teams in China and England, embarked upon the most comprehensive study ever undertaken of the relationship between diet and the risk of developing disease. What they found, when combined with findings in Campbell's laboratory, opened their eyes to the dangers of a diet high in animal protein and the unparalleled health benefits of a whole foods, plant-based diet.

In this first volume subtitled ‘The Stories of Jacob', Mann begins with a meditative prelude named “Descent into Hell”, which contextualises the story against a variety of historical, mythological, and historical contexts, before moving on to the story of Joseph's father Jacob. The following chapters follow Jacob as we learn of him stealing his brother's birthright, before fleeing to his uncle Laban and his later marriages to Rachel and Leah.