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1	Art of War more books like this by Sun Tzu The aphorisms that make up the philosophy of war and strategy by Sun Tzu have, several centuries later, become a must-read for young professionals in business. Though the text can be applied to the ruthless world of commerce, this translation by Thomas Cleary contextualizes the teachings in the Taoist tradition, enabling the work to transcend the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.07! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Atlas Shrugged more books like this by Ayn Rand Rand's 1200-page novel is a hymn of praise to the concept of rugged individualism, personified in John Galt. This polemic for Rand's philosophy of "rational self-interest" has been a steady seller since it was published in 1957. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	The 48 laws of power more books like this by Robert Greene Inspired by Machiavelli's instructional book for young princes, this modern guide for business and everyday life tells how to gain, keep, and distribute power. see all copies from $7.98! new only from $9.00! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Prince more books like this by Niccolo Machiavelli In his most famous work, THE PRINCE (Il Principe), Machiavelli described the ideal prince and encouraged the people of Italy to imagine what it might be like if such a person led a unified Italy. Written in 1513 and published posthumously in 1532, THE PRINCE has been interpreted both as a genuine handbook for potential rulers and as a satirical ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Republic more books like this by Plato In Plato’s "Republic", his most celebrated "dialogue," the philosopher condemns the justice and morality of Greek society after the trial and execution of his teacher, Socrates. Disillusioned with politics and politicians, Plato argued that civilization demanded truly enlightened government, led by philosopher-kings. He wrote that "...mankind will ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
6	The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom more books like this by Don Miguel Ruiz Rooted in traditional Toltec wisdom beliefs, four agreements in life are essential steps on the path to personal freedom. As beliefs are transformed through maintaining these agreements, shamanic teacher and healer don Miguel Ruiz asserts lives will "become filled with grace, peace, and unconditional love". Author workshops. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.41! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Gift from the Sea more books like this by Anne Morr Lindbergh Anne Morrow Lindbergh's GIFT FROM THE SEA is a wonderful gem--a treasure in the sand, to use her own metaphor--that has been in print since the 1950s. The wife of Charles Lindbergh (the first man to fly across the Atlantic ocean), whose baby was kidnapped in the famous "Lindbergh Baby" case of 1932, Anne was something of a modern-woman prototype. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.72! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
8	Power of Myth more books like this by Joseph Campbell A series of interviews that Bill Moyers conducted with Joseph Campbell near the end of the scholar's life. They range across his writings and serve as a summing up. Each chapter has a focus on one aspect of myth as reflected in Campbell's writings and each conversation brings out the idea that myths go across time and are present in modern, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.16! \| first editions \| SVS
9	Sophie's world : a novel about the history of philosophy more books like this by Jostein Gaarder When 14-year-old Sophie Amundsen finds two questions in her mailbox: "Who are you?" and "Where does the world come from?", she begins a tour through Western philosophy guided by a mysterious mentor. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.74! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
10	Zen & the art of motorcycle maintenance : an inquiry into values more books like this by Robert M. Pirsig Robert Pirsig's journey to enlightenment on the back of a motorcycle was rejected 121 times before its publication in 1974. ZEN AND THE ART OF MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE immediately hit the best-seller lists, and, even decades later, it remains a cult classic. A combination of travelogue, philosophical tract, gripping novel, and probing memoir, ZEN ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.25! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Life and Teaching of the Masters of the Far East more books like this by Baird T. Spalding Abridged version of volume's 1-3 from Baird Spalding's Far East travels in 1894 that played a ground-breaking role in introducing to the Western world the knowledge that there are "Masters" assisting and guiding humanity. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.65! \| SVS
12 view cover	The Tao of Pooh more books like this by Benjamin Hoff The Tao is such a simple thing, but we complicate it by using esoteric language and piling concept on top of concept to try and explain it. What better way to describe a basic idea than to explain it to a child? Although THE TAO OF POOH isn't really aimed at children, it takes the beloved A. A. Milne characters, copies their familiar cadences, and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.50! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	The Revolution: A Manifesto more books like this by Ron Paul Moving from topic to topic at a quick pace, whittling everything down to its bare essentials, Paul tackles everything from the false choices in American politics to foreign policy as it was laid out by the founding fathers to economic freedom, abortion, civil liberties, and personal responsibility. see all copies from $12.60! new only from $12.60! \| signed copies \| first editions
14 view cover	The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief more books like this by Dr. Francis S Collins, M.D., PH.D. One of the worlds most famous scientists--the head of the Human Genome Project and a former atheist--interweaves science, logic, and intuition to present a most powerful argument for the existence of God. see all copies from $3.44! new only from $4.79! \| first editions \| SVS
15 view cover	Teachings of Don Juan: A Yaqui Way of Knowledge more books like this by Carlos Castaneda In THE TEACHINGS OF DON JUAN, Carlos Castaneda, an anthropologist with an interest in peyote and psychedelics, introduces Don Juan Matus, the Yaqui Indian shaman who became Castaneda's teacher and passed on to him the wisdom of a long line of sorcerers. Under the tutelage of Don Juan, the author embarked on a quest to transcend the boundaries of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.44! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	The Complete C.S. Lewis Signature Classics more books like this by C S Lewis For the first time ever, these essential volumes by one of the most celebrated literary figures are available in one deluxe gift edition. This volume contains the signature classics: "Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters, The Great Divorce, The Problem of Pain, Miracles, A Grief Observed, " plus "The Abolition of Man." see all copies from $12.79! new only from $15.27! \| first editions \| SVS
17 view cover	When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times more books like this by Pema Chodron (Read by) There is a fundamental happiness available to every individual--yet we usually miss it while spending our lives trying to escape suffering that is ultimately guite inescapable. Pema Chodron, an American Buddhist teacher, shows that the secret to freeing oneself from pain is not to run from it, but to step right up to the uncharted territory of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.81! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Book of five rings more books like this by Musashi Miyamoto The BOOK OF FIVE RINGS is a legendary Japanese text written in the 17th century by an undefeated samurai, Miyamoto Musashi. Like THE ART OF WAR, it contains a timeless philosophy that has been interpreted over many centuries and applied to many contexts (violent or not) that require strength, fortitude, and focus. This particular translation by ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.19! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Elements of Moral Philosophy more books like this by James Rachels Firmly established as the standard text for undergraduate courses in ethics, this concise, lively book combines clear explanations of the main theories of ethics with discussions of interesting examples. Topics covered include famine relief, euthanasia, homosexuality, and the treatment of animals. The text's versatility allows it to be widely used ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.33! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Pedagogy of the oppressed more books like this by Paulo Freire This is Paolo Freire's classic text on education and liberation. see all copies from $3.00! new only from $14.88! \| first editions \| SVS
21 view cover	Fooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the Markets more books like this by Nassim Nicholas Taleb, PH.D., MBA Set against the backdrop of the most conspicuous forum in which luck is mistaken for skillQthe world of tradingQ"Fooled by Randomness" is a captivating insight into one of the least understood factors in life. Written in an entertaining and narrative style, this instant classic has been selected by Amazon.com and the "Financial Times" as one of ... see all copies from $8.84! new only from $8.84! \| SVS
22 view cover	How to Read a Book more books like this by Mortimer Jerome Adler, Charles Van Doren Mortimer Adler and Charles Van Doren's classic guide to enlightened reading. On everything from poetry and plays to science and philosophy, Adler and Van Doren teach general readers how to analyze a text, to appreciate its method and bias, and to come away with a full understanding of the author's point. see all copies from $2.07! new only from $8.84! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	Plato and a Platypus Walk Into a Bar...: Understanding Philosophy Through Jokes more books like this by Thomas Cathcart, PhD, Daniel Klein Heres a lively, hilarious, not-so-reverent crash course through the great philosophical traditions, schools, concepts, and thinkers. It's Philosophy 101 for those who know not to take all this heavy stuff too seriously. see all copies from $6.49! new only from $7.14! \| SVS
24 view cover	The Structure of Scientific Revolutions more books like this by Thomas S Kuhn A historian of science shows how major breakthroughs in the field have occurred. Kuhn's book became popular outside the field of science, and generated much discussion around his use of the word "paradigm." see all copies from $3.89! new only from $7.60! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Zen mind, beginner's mind more books like this by Shunryu Suzuki, Trudy Dixon (Editor) Zen mind is one of those enigmatic phrases used by Zen teachers to throw you back upon yourself, to make you go behind the words themselves and begin wondering. "I know what my own mind is," you tell yourself, "but what is Zen mind?" And then: "But do I really know what my own mind is?" Is it what I am doing now? Is it what I am thinking now?" And ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.28! \| first editions \| SVS

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