Résultats pour "Hero" dans Sciences sociales et politiques

Since its release in 1949, The Hero with a Thousand Faces has influenced millions of readers by combining the insights of modern psychology with Joseph Campbell's revolutionary understanding of comparative mythology. In this book, Campbell outlines the Hero's Journey, a universal motif of adventure and transformation that runs through virtually all of the world's mythic traditions. He also explores the Cosmogonic Cycle, the mythic pattern of world creation and destruction.

On Tuesday, September 11, 2001, Michael Benfante went to work, just like he had day after day, at his office on 81st floor in the World Trade Center North Tower. Moments after the first plane struck, just 12 floors above him, Benfante organized his terrified employees, getting them out of the office and moving down the stairwells. On his way down, he and another co-worker encountered a woman in a wheelchair on the 68th floor.

At Will Durant's death at 96, in 1981, his personal papers were dispersed among relatives, collectors, and archive houses. Twenty years later, scholar John Little discovered the previously unknown manuscript of Heroes of History in Durant's granddaughter's garage. Written shortly before he died, these 21 essays serve as an abbreviated version of Durant's best-selling, 11-volume series, The Story of Civilization.

James Keene had it all: cars, girls, houses up and down the Gold Coast. But behind his well-connected star athlete façade was a money-obsessed drug dealer desperate to make the big score to get him out of the business. When he was sentenced to prison, it seemed the only lessons he would learn would be about navigating convict society. Instead, he was offered a chance to regain his freedom in return for going undercover in the nation’s highest security prison for the criminally insane.

Tales about the great heroes of mythology. The labours of Hercules, the greatest hero of all times; the struggles of Theseus and the slaying of Minotaur; Jason and the Argonauts; and the fascinating adventures of Odysseus.

Best-selling historian and philosopher Will Durant devoted his entire life to studying the most significant eras, individuals, and achievements of human history. Here is a summation of Durant's work, as he presents the best of world history. Filled with Durant's renowned wit, knowledge, and unique ability to explain events in simple and exciting terms, it is a concise liberal arts education.

My father was my hero. His untimely death left me shattered, questioning my faith, and afraid to be in this world without him. I am now in a space that I want to share his stories -keep his legacy alive. If you can relate, I want to hear your father’s story too.

Qual è la relazione tra il capitalismo e la salute mentale? Nel suo audiolibro più inquietante, Franco "Bifo" Berardi intraprende un coinvolgente viaggio attraverso la filosofia, la psicoanalisi e gli eventi di cronaca più recenti, in cerca delle ragioni sociali che stanno alla base dei disagi mentali della nostra epoca.

This wonderful introduction to Greek mythology includes the tales of Perseus, Theseus, the Argonauts, and Jason's quest for the Golden Fleece. This particular edition also includes Kingsley's description of the "Twelve Labors of Heracles".

Rod Blagojevich is a hero. In 1999, Rod and the Reverend Jesse Jackson traveled to war-torn Serbia to liberate three American prisoners of war. Here is that story. Forget about what you have heard in the media. Now that the news has had its fun, it is time for America to discover the real Rod Blagojevich.

Africa’s myths are not just tales—they are living echoes of ancient wisdom, power, and identity. If you've ever felt the pull to reconnect with heritage, explore the roots of a rich cultural legacy, or simply lose yourself in unforgettable storytelling, this book will be your guide.

Age of Heroes explores the Homeric material of ancient Greece, presenting a vision for a new Heroic Age. Within Homer can be found a map and compass to take heroes of today Beyond the Solar Path, beginning an ascent to attain the sublime heights of “atideva.” In these times of iron, only a new Age of Heroes can reset the Cosmic wheel, returning us to a golden epoch.

Though uncompromising, polemical and argumentative, Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) made a lasting impact on 19th-century culture as a multi-talented man of letters. And though his lengthy history of the French Revolution proved his major scholarly legacy, On Heroes, Hero-Worship and the Heroic in History remains perhaps his most popular and accessible work. It presented his deep-seated belief that ‘Universal History, the history of what man has accomplished in this world, is at bottom the History of the Great Men who have worked here’.

This podcast series embarks on an epic journey through the world of Superman, one of the most iconic superheroes in the annals of comic book history. From his dramatic escape from the doomed planet Krypton to his rise as the stalwart protector of Earth, each episode delves into the core aspects that define Superman. We explore his early days under the guidance of the Kent family in Smallville, his double life as Clark Kent and Superman in Metropolis, and his deep relationships with characters like Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and fellow members of the Justice League. The series also shines a light ...

The complete war memoirs of the resistance leader Charles de Gaulle, who led France out of its darkest hour during the Nazi occupation during World War II. “Faced with the political disaster, I had to become France.” This was how Charles de Gaulle answered the call of history. One of the few...

"The Psychology of My Hero Academia" delves into the intricate world of the popular anime and manga series, offering a comprehensive exploration of the psychological themes and character dynamics that make it so captivating. This insightful book combines in-depth analysis with psychological research, providing listeners with a fresh perspective on the beloved series.

Behind every great historical moment, behind every revolution and discovery, behind every surviving manuscript and social movement, stood women whose names were erased but whose impact shaped our world. From the author comes a groundbreaking work that rewrites history by revealing the invisible women who made it possible.

History has not forgotten their names but you probably have little idea of the friendship that penned a brilliant collection of America's finest legends & delivered them to the public as succinct true stories as relevant today as then. Henry Cabot Lodge (1850-1924) & Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) met when the two young men first arrived in Washington D.C. at the advent of their public service careers.

Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice is a beacon of hope for understanding America's complex racial landscape. Through rigorous historical research and compelling narrative storytelling, this book illuminates the past's intersections of Christianity, race, and place, offering profound insights for today's world. Beyond history, Ordinary Heroes of Racial Justice empowers listeners with practical recommendations, encouraging them to rethink and reshape their own communities for justice.

Lawyers are universally unpopular, but is that justified? Aren’t lawyers necessary for justice? This audiobook uses real-world examples, case studies, and commentary from practitioners to answer this question and to reveal the many and varied strategies American and English lawyers use to protect clients. It shows how lawyers tackle their conflicting duties, and highlights the choices lawyers everywhere routinely make through their power of decision.