This reference book contains over 1,400 entries -- most of which are people who have contributed in some way to a better understanding of consciousness and/or parapsychology. The appendices of this book are delightful, for they contain information on research centers and membership organizations for parapsychology and physical research being conducted around the world. While this book was printed in 1991, it is still valuable for its wealth of biographical information.

This is a really cool book. It's got everything anyone would want to know about Sherlock Holmes. The book has a chronological listing of many dates important to Sherlockians. It has the Canon listed and almost anything else readers would want.

Often autobiographical, sometimes allegorical, frequently bawdy, and invariably witty, Kevyn Kevyn Arthur captures the spirit of the West Indies in this brief but elegant volume. A glossary is included for those not used to Bejan (Barbadian) syntax, and its helpful. A good read for bedtime, a better one to take with you to your favorite tropical beach.

The book is very small and short, but it contains a wealth of information. After a brief introduction, spiced with ancient Greek terms, you are welcomed to the eloquent presentation of over twenty basic methods of discussion. Schopenhauer is objective; he does not claim what is ethical or not, he presents all methods per se, leaving it to you to figure out what is morally acceptable or not. After all, sophistry is as ancient as discussion methods, and should you decide to argue for the sake of argument, this book will definitely be of reference to you. In a similar vein, if you would like to know what techniques are used against you, and how to prevent them, you will learn that studying this document will make you a stronger discussant, as he is stronger who understands more and who is aware of what he is getting into. The only English translation (done in the 1890s) of "Die Eristische Dialektik" by the German XIX century philosopher, Arthur Schopenhauer - is buried deep in some libraries, practically a rare bird. I believe it's the earliest compact document of this type, and certainly it's the first one ever that categorized and identified the discussion methods.

This small book serves also as an instructional booklet for the uninformed. It's definitely better to avoid using terms we do not understand, than misuse them in ignorance. The public is rarely aware of the difference between "argumenta ad hominem" and "argumenta ad personam". I have time and again seen outspoken individuals be confused over terminology throughout my life, so I thought it would be useful to clarify two notions often mistakenly interchanged in speech or writing. Once can learn it elsewhere, but why not take the Meister Schopenhauer book in hand?

"Argumentum ad hominem" - argument referring to person's background, to his or her expressed views, and not strictly to the pure general issues under discussion. Example: "Since you haven't traveled to Tibet so far, you most probably are not aware that Tibetans do not eat rice as their primary source of nutrition, but they eat wheat instead".

"Argumentum ad personam" - usually negative (although not necessarily) argument referring to the personal features of the adversary. Example 1: "Your arguments, Socrates, are as filthy as your personae". Example 2: "This congressman looks like a real statesman. I trust him and accept what he says".

As we see, the latter is the subset of the former, i.e. every argumentum ad personam is an argumentum ad hominem, but not every argumentum ad hominem is also an argumentum ad personam. What's the usual confusion? People use these two terms interchangeably, which is incorrect. Argumenta ad hominem can be very balanced, informative, and useful in discussion, while argumenta ad personam do not contribute to the discussion, and most likely are of negative nature.

Some of the methods analyzed and exemplified in this book, beyond the already described, are: Generalization, Ex Homonymia, Sophisma a dicto secundum quid ad dictum simpliciter, Pro-Syllogisms, False Theses, Petitio Principii, Socratic Queries, Enraging the adversary on purpose, Masking moves, Fight fire with fire, Induction, Comparison & Labels, Argumentum ad absurdum, Argumenta ad hominem & ex-consessis in queries, Double meaning and homonyms, Mutatio controversiae, Relativity & Moral Relativity, Fallacia non causae ut causae, Sophismata, Reverse petitio principii, Exaggeration, Apagoge & fabrication of consequences, Exemplum in contrarium - Instantia, Retorsio argumenti, Achilles heel, Argumentum ad auditors, Diversion, Argumentum ad verecundiam, Apparent self-depreciation intended to humiliate the adversary, False categorizing, Methodological confusion over empirical and theoretical aspects, Ignoring rational arguments of the adversary - the method of silence, Motivation, and finally the Flood of useless information.

Having read this book, you shall be intellectually richer, and less addled in discussions with experienced adversaries. This book also offers an insight into the moral nature of humans. To what ends shall we go to achieve our goals?

A collection of Schopenhauer's Essays speaking on the Sufferings of the world, the vanity of existence etc.. He further dwells on subjects like suicide, immortality, education, women, noise, parables... The essay on women would raise some eyebrows today though... Probably just a reminder that reading any philosopher's work requires some understanding of the context of his writings that moulded his views... But hopefully the best of them can rise beyond such petty concerns?

I read this book while doing a presentation on CA at university, having got interested through the Game of Life. It's a marvellous summary of the work of people like John Von Neumann and Stanislaw Ulam and although dated (I don't think it even had details of E F Codd's work) it must be an essential read for anyone interested in CA.

I was introducted this past weekend to Arthur Geistert's body of work via an exhibit of his various etchings and books at the renowned Art Institute of Chicago. They were, in a word, exquisite. Parents will enjoy them as much as older children in subject matter as well. I was wishing that I could buy the etchings framed and display them at home. I plan to order his books for myself, and I don't have children!

The editors have assembled some of the top ethicists in the field for this compelling work. An eclectic mixture of perspectives makes the case-reviews particularly appealing. The cases chosen cover a wide breadth of topics leaving virtually no question unanswered. The early chapters arm the reader with interesting background and provide a workable approach to solving ethical dilemmas in Emergency Medicine in general; the cases expand upon this formulation and put flesh onto the principles and guidelines. Required reading for all practitioners of the art and science of emergency medicine. An important contribution to the field by the pioneers of emergency medical ethics!GLLarkin MD MS MSPH FACEPChair, Ethics Committee American College of Emergency Medicine

If you are a music teacher who is having trouble engaging your students, I highly encourage you to use Monica Dale's latest volume, Eurhythmics for Young Children - Six Lessons for Winter.

Even if you have no background in Dalcroze, you will find this well organized, easy to use volume invaluable.

Dale organizes each chapter lesson plan as a foundation for all that follow. In addition, skills addressed are ones that complement classroom work (literacy, math skills ) making this and Dale previous volume (Six Lessons for Fall ) a integrated teaching experience.

A must for anyone studying for a Bar exam or law school Evidence or Trial Advocacy course. This concise explanation of evidence rules succeeds where most law professors fail in making the abstract federal rules accessible and memorizable.