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"Though there are many books about the history of the alphabet, virtually none address how that history came to be. In Inventing the Alphabet, Johanna Drucker guides readers from antiquity to the present to show how humans have shaped and reshaped their own understanding of this transformative writing tool. From ancient beliefs in the alphabet as a divine gift to growing awareness of its empirical origins through the study of scripts and inscriptions, Drucker describes the frameworks-classical, textual, biblical, graphical, antiquarian, archaeological, paleographic, and political-within which the alphabet's history has been and continues to be constructed. Drucker's book begins in ancient Greece, with the earliest writings on the alphabet's origins. She then explores biblical sources on the topic and medieval preoccupations with the magical properties of individual letters. She later delves into the development of modern archaeological and paleographic tools, and she concludes with the role of alphabetic characters in the digital era. Throughout, she argues that, as a shared form of knowledge technology integrated into every aspect of our lives, the alphabet performs complex cultural, ideological, and technical functions, and her carefully curated selection of images demonstrates how closely the letters we use today still resemble their original appearance millennia ago"--

This is a new English translation of St. Thomas Aquinas's Treatise on Law, found in Questions 90-108 of the First Part of the Second Part of the Summa Theologiae. In fact, it is the only free-standing English translation of the entire Treatise, which includes both a general account of law (Questions 90-92) and also specific treatments of what St. Thomas identifies as the five kinds of law: the eternal law (Question 93), the natural law (Question 94), human law (Questions 95-97), the Old Law (Questions 98-105), and the New Law (Questions 106-108). All other extant editions of Treatise on Law stop with the human law, and are thus approximately one-third the size of the full Treatise. St. Thomas's account of law is firmly embedded within a general moral theory that begins with a rich conception of human flourishing, i.e., the good for human beings (Questions 1-5). This good consists, first and foremost, in our ultimate and intimate union with the Persons of the Blessed Trinity - a union that in our present state we can grasp intellectively and pursue affectively only with God's supernatural assistance. It is within this framework that we order our loves and pursue the more proximate goals they open up to us as human beings in this life. Given the appropriate goals, the next question is how we can get from where we are, in the grips of the consequences of Original Sin, to where we want to be. The answer is: by means of (a) human actions that are good, i.e., rightly ordered toward our ultimate end and (b) the habits that these actions either engender or flow from. In analyzing human actions (Questions 6-21) and their relation to the passions (Questions 22-48), St. Thomas gives a general account of what he calls the 'intrinsic principles' of human actions and their associated habits - both virtues (Questions 49-70) and vices (Questions 71-89). It is only then that he turns to what he calls the 'extrinsic principles' of good human actions, viz., law (Questions 90-108) and grace (Questions 109-114). According to St. Thomas, law, far from supplanting virtue as a basic principle of action, serves as an independent principle of action that complements virtue and is itself capable of being factored into practical deliberation. The reason is that all of God's precepts, prohibitions, and punishments are aimed at promoting the good of the whole universe and, more particularly, the good for human beings, both individually and within the various forms of social life. Because of this, law serves as both a restraint on bad actions and a spur to good action, i.e., a restraint on actions that take us away from virtue and genuine human flourishing and a spur to actions that promote virtue and flourishing. There are many benefits of having the whole treatise rather than just the first few questions, as has been the standard practice in previous editions of the Treatise on Law. To mention just a few of these benefits, the question on the moral precepts of the Old Law (question 100) helps to illuminate in many different ways the earlier questions on natural law and human law (questions 94-97). Again, the questions on the ceremonial and judicial precepts of the Old Law (questions 101-105) demon-strate in depth the symbiotic relationship that St. Thomas takes to obtain between the Old Testament and the New Testament. The questions on the New Law provide an introduction to the Christian way of life that will be described in incomparable detail in the Second Part of the Second Part, the bulk of which is structured around the treatment of the three theological virtues and the four cardinal virtues.

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Birthing in a pandemic: what changed, what were the consequences, what should we do now.

Learn the secrets to self-awareness, life-changing growth and happy, high-performing teams--from the bestselling author of The Mindful LeaderGreat leaders and teams don't know everything, and they don't get it right every time. What sets them apart is their commitment to continual learning and vertical growth. Vertical growth is about cultivating the self-awareness to see our self-defeating thoughts, assumptions and behaviours, and then consciously creating new behaviours that are aligned with our best intentions and aspirations.By embracing the deliberate practices and processes for vertical growth laid out in this book, you'll not only radically improve your leadership and personal wellbeing--you'll also foster the highest levels of trust, psychological safety, motivation, and creativity in the teams and groups you work with.You'll to discover how to:* Identify when, where and how to develop new leadership behaviours to get better results* Regulate your emotional responses in real time and handle the most difficult challenges with balance, wisdom and accountability* Cultivate practices for self-awareness that foster lifelong internal growth and personal happiness* Uncover and change the limiting assumptions and beliefs that keep you, your team and organisation locked in unproductive habits and behaviours* Create practices and rituals that enable the highest levels of psychological safety, innovation and growthFilled with fascinating real-life case studies as well as practical tools and strategies, this is your handbook for mastering vertical growth in yourself, your team and your organisation.

In this fascinating follow-up to the bestselling Information is Beautiful and Knowledge is Beautiful, the king of infographics David McCandless uses spectacular visuals to give us all a bit of good news.

Dr. Joseph Murphy was a proponent of the New Thought movement. Developed in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries by philosophers and deep thinkers, who by combining a metaphysical, spiritual, and pragmatic approach to the way we think and live, uncovered the secret of attaining what we truly desire. Now you can learn how to change your negative thoughts into positive ones with this three-book set of Murphy's wisdom and use your mind to channel a spiritual rebirth.How to Attract Money is Murphy's most powerful program for using the visualizing faculties of thought to attain the life you want. Riches Are Your Right contains powerful affirmations for health, wealth, relationships, and self-expression. In Believe in Yourself Murphy shows how you can use the power of believing in yourself to achieve your dreams. As you read these powerful works, remember, it is your right to be rich. You will learn: Why relaxation and meditation can bring you wealth. How to make friends with money. Affirmations to bring you closer to your goals. How thoughts can build your financial health or deplete it. How to grow spiritually, mentally and materially. How your mind is a channel of the Higher Mind of the universe. Why encouraging others helps YOU. How believing in yourself is so important. Examples of what you can achieve through imaginative intelligenceThere is no virtue in poverty. It is okay to desire all the money you need to lead a full, happy, prosperous life and surround yourself with beauty and luxury. Murphy has a gift for expressing great truths clearly and this book will change your life.

The inside story of a case that illustrates the horrific perils of unchecked prosecutorial overreach, written by the man who experienced it firsthand.

This beautifully illustrated volume provides an in-depth look at horology: the scientific study of time and timekeeping.

Excel-erate your productivity with the only guide you'll need to the latest versions of Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Excel offers unsurpassed functionality and accessibility for data exploration and analysis to millions of users around the world. And learning to unlock its full potential is easier than you can imagine with help from Excel All-in-One For Dummies.Follow along with Excel expert and veteran author Paul McFedries as he walks you through every feature and technique you need to know to get the most out of this powerful software. You'll learn how to design worksheets, use formulas and functions, collaborate with colleagues and review their work, create charts and graphics, manage and analyze data, and create macros. Plus, you'll discover all the capabilities Microsoft has included in the newest versions of Excel, including dark mode and accessibility features.This indispensable reference allows you to:* Get a firm grasp of Excel basics with the book's step-by-step guides before moving on to more advanced topics, like data analysis* Access up-to-date information on all the new versions of Excel, including the ones bundled with Microsoft 365, Office 2021, and the LTSC/Enterprise Edition* Enjoy the convenience of a single, comprehensive resource detailing everything you need to know about ExcelPerfect for people coming to Excel for the very first time, Excel All-in-One For Dummies, Office 2021 Edition is also a must-read resource for anyone looking for a refresher on foundational or advanced Excel techniques.

Build a thriving 21st-century consultancy with an all-new edition of the classic bestsellerIn a world of rapidly evolving technologies and business paradigms, your consulting business needs to radically adapt its techniques and models. Taking full measure of these changes, Alan Weiss, the "Rock Star of Consulting," will guide you through the process with a revised and completely updated sixth edition of his authoritative guide to consulting success.Weiss updates his time-tested model for creating a flourishing consulting business, while showing you the many dynamic changes in solo and boutique consulting, coaching, and entrepreneurship. In addition, he offers you invaluable guidance on raising capital, attracting clients, and creating an airtight marketing strategy.This new edition is packed with step-by-step advice on how to:Use volatility and disruption as offensive weaponsMaximize fees by adopting a "value mindset"Build a successful model for marketing remotelyMaster cutting-edge technology to reach the broadest audienceForm powerful alliances to increase reach and impactThink branding-and think globalGenerate six-figure projects, six-figure retainers, and seven-figure incomesMillion Dollar Consulting has been the go-to classic for consultants for nearly 25 years. With cutting-edge new content, Alan Weiss will show you how to grow your business into a seven-figure firm today.

A compelling and beautifully written exploration of the topic which breaks all taboos: assisted death

Shape the consumer's mindset using insights from neuroscience to trigger purchasing behavior that maps to their intention to buy sustainable products and services.

It is a creeping part of modern culture, shaped by deep-rooted political, historical and economic forces, and it is affecting how we work, parent, socialise and inhabit the world. Anne Helen Petersen identifies burnout with moving clarity - what it feels like and how it manifests across communities.

Discover the Beauty of Modern C++"Beautiful C++ presents the C++ Core Guidelines from a developer's point of view with an emphasis on what benefits can be obtained from following the rules and what nightmares can result from ignoring them. For true geeks, it is an easy and entertaining read. For most software developers, it offers something new and useful."--Bjarne Stroustrup, inventor of C++ and co-editor of the C++ Core GuidelinesWriting great C++ code needn't be difficult. The C++ Core Guidelines can help every C++ developer design and write C++ programs that are exceptionally reliable, efficient, and well-performing. But the Guidelines are so jam-packed with excellent advice that it's hard to know where to start. Start here, with Beautiful C++.Expert C++ programmers Guy Davidson and Kate Gregory identify 30 Core Guidelines students will find especially valuable and offer detailed practical knowledge for improving their C++ style. For easy reference, this book is structured to align closely with the official C++ Core Guidelines website. Throughout, Davidson and Gregory offer useful conceptual insights and expert sample code, illuminate proven ways to use both new and longstanding language features more successfully, and show how to write programs that are more robust and performant by default.Avoid "bikeshedding": stop wasting valuable time on triviaUnderstand how to write code that will not cause problems laterKnow which legacy features to avoid and the modern features to use insteadUse newer features properly, to get their benefits without creating new problemsDefault to higher-quality code that's statically type-safe, leak resistant, and easier to evolveUse the Core Guidelines with any modern C++ version: C++20, C++17, C++14, or C++11There's something here to improve virtually every program students write, design, or maintain. For ease of experimentation, all sample code is available on Compiler Explorer at https://godbolt.org/z/cg30-ch0.0.Register this book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. See inside book for details.