Great Debates

Author : Yuval Levin
Publisher : Basic Books
ISBN 13 : 0465040942
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Great Debate written by Yuval Levin and published by Basic Books. This book was released on 2013-12-03 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An acclaimed portrait of Edmund Burke, Thomas Paine, and the origins of modern conservatism and liberalism In The Great Debate, Yuval Levin explores the roots of the left/right political divide in America by examining the views of the men who best represented each side at its origin: Edmund Burke and Thomas Paine. Striving to forge a new political path in the tumultuous age of the American and French revolutions, these two ideological titans sparred over moral and philosophical questions about the nature of political life and the best approach to social change: radical and swift, or gradual and incremental. The division they articulated continues to shape our political life today. Essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the basis of our political order and Washington's acrimonious rifts today, The Great Debate offers a profound examination of what conservatism, progressivism, and the debate between them truly amount to.

Author : Meredith Westfall
Publisher : University of Michigan Press ELT
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Great Debates written by Meredith Westfall and published by University of Michigan Press ELT. This book was released on 2004 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Debating and discussion tips for ESL learners

Author : Barry L. Schwartz
Publisher : U of Nebraska Press
ISBN 13 : 0827609329
Total Pages : 125 pages
Book Rating : 4.27/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Judaism's Great Debates written by Barry L. Schwartz and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2012-07-01 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thanks to these generous donors for making the publication of this book possible: David Lerman and Shelley Wallock; D. Walter Cohen, Wendy and Leonard Cooper; Rabbi Howard Gorin; Gittel and Alan Hilibrand; Marjorie and Jeffrey Major; Jeanette Lerman Neubauer and Joe Neubauer; Gayle and David Smith; and Harriet and Donald Young. Ever since Abraham’s famous argument with God, Judaism has been full of debate. Moses and Korah, David and Nathan, Hillel and Shammai, the Vilna Gaon and the Ba’al Shem Tov, Spinoza and the Amsterdam Rabbis . . . the list goes on. Jews debate justice, authority, inclusion, spirituality, resistance, evolution, Zionism, and more. No wonder that Judaism cherishes the expression machloket l’shem shamayim, “an argument for the sake of heaven.” In this concise but important survey, Rabbi Barry L. Schwartz presents the provocative and vibrant thesis that debate and disputation are not only encouraged within Judaism but reside at the very heart of Jewish history and theology. In his graceful, engaging, and creative prose, Schwartz presents an introduction to an intellectual history of Judaism through the art of argumentation. Beyond their historical importance, what makes these disputations so compelling is that nearly all of them, regardless of their epochs, are still being argued. Schwartz builds the case that the basis of Judaism is a series of unresolved rather than resolved arguments. Drawing on primary sources, and with a bit of poetic license, Schwartz reconstructs the real or imagined dialogue of ten great debates and then analyzes their significance and legacy. This parade of characters spanning three millennia of biblical, rabbinic, and modern disputation reflects the panorama of Jewish history with its monumental political, ethical, and spiritual challenges.

Author : Bruce E. Wampold
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136672672
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Great Psychotherapy Debate written by Bruce E. Wampold and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-01-30 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of The Great Psychotherapy Debate has been updated and revised to expand the presentation of the Contextual Model, which is derived from a scientific understanding of how humans heal in a social context and explains findings from a vast array of psychotherapies studies. This model provides a compelling alternative to traditional research on psychotherapy, which tends to focus on identifying the most effective treatment for particular disorders through emphasizing the specific ingredients of treatment. The new edition also includes a history of healing practices, medicine, and psychotherapy, an examination of therapist effects, and a thorough review of the research on common factors such as the alliance, expectations, and empathy.

Author : Chad Posick
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1315403846
Total Pages : 275 pages
Book Rating : 4.47/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Great Debates in Criminology written by Chad Posick and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-07-11 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the role of theory and research in criminology. Adopting a unique and refreshing approach to criminological theory, it focuses on the great debates in criminology from its inception as a field to the present day. It explores the debates that have motivated criminological thought, that have represented turning points in theoretical and empirical trajectories, that have offered mini-paradigm shifts, and that have moved the field forward. Coverage includes: Classical debates, including the work of Lombroso, Durkheim, and Sutherland; Sociological vs. psychological debates in criminology; Control theory and cultural deviance theory; Criminal career and trait-based theory; Theory testing in criminology; Critical theories in criminology; Debates on the state of criminology and criminal justice; Policy issues in criminology. Each chapter explores several key debates, summarizes key points, and offers a discussion of the current empirical status. This book is novel in emphasising the role of debate in criminology and offering an enlightening synthesis of theorists and their perspectives. It is essential reading for students taking courses on criminological theory and teachers of those theories.

Author : Nicholas McBride
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1509958649
Total Pages : 420 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Great Debates in Jurisprudence written by Nicholas McBride and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-03-16 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This textbook is an ambitious and engaging introduction to the more advanced writings on Jurisprudence, primarily designed to allow students to 'get under the skin' of the topic and begin to build their critical thinking and analysis skills. Each chapter is structured around key questions and debates that provoke deeper thought and, ultimately, a clearer understanding. The aim of the book is therefore not to present a complete overview of theoretical issues in Jurisprudence, but rather to illustrate the current debates which are currently going on among those working in shaping the area. The text features summaries of the views of notable experts on key topics and each chapter ends with a list of guided further reading. A perfect book for students taking a module in jurisprudence, or for those wanting to deepen their knowledge. New to this Edition: - New debates on the nature and legitimacy of global justice, and the binding force of precedent. - Incorporates discussion of new contributions to jurisprudential writing by Mark Greenberg, Scott Hershowitz, David Howarth and Shona Stark, Matthew Kramer, Frederick Schauer, and Jeremy Waldron. - Includes substantially revised chapters on 'The nature of jurisprudence' and 'Morality and rights'

Author : Ron Rhodes
Publisher : Harvest House Publishers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The 8 Great Debates of Bible Prophecy written by Ron Rhodes and published by Harvest House Publishers. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’ve heard about the tribulation, millennium, rapture, and antichrist, but you may wonder, what’s all the debating about? Do most Christians agree on the big issues? And what about other topics—dispensationalism, interpretive views, timing of events…are they too complex for most folks to understand? Not at all! In this concise and easy-to-read review, respected Bible teacher Ron Rhodes identifies eight of the most important end-times discussions. Avoiding complex arguments, he highlights the most important biblical passages, summarizes a few of the most popular interpretations, and provides succinct conclusions. He demonstrates that the Bible’s end-times teaching is intended to be a blessing for every believer. As you compare and contrast the various viewpoints, you’ll be able to enjoy constructive conversations with other Christians and support your own informed convictions. You’ll also enrich your reading of the Scriptures and see how passages fit together in God’s great plan for the ages.

Author : Fiona de Londras
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1137607335
Total Pages : 193 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Great Debates on the European Convention on Human Rights written by Fiona de Londras and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-03-16 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This engaging textbook provides a critical analysis of the legitimacy and effectiveness of the European Convention on Human Rights and its practical operation. In a succinct way, the book investigates questions around the legitimacy of how the European Court of Human Rights develops its law, the obligations of states to comply with its judgments, the adequacy of the Convention in securing basic goods, and the effectiveness of the system in protecting rights 'in the real world'. It assesses some under-explored areas of the Convention that are often overlooked. Presenting a number of debates about the legitimacy and effectiveness of the system in a provocative and critical style, this book encourages debate, discussion, and self-reflection on how, when and why the Convention protects human rights in Europe. An ideal text for Law students at English and Welsh universities and higher education institutions taking a module in The European Convention on Human Rights (LLB or LLM level), and for GDL/CPE students and those taking the postgraduate LPC training course.

Author : Fergus M. Bordewich
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1439124612
Total Pages : 496 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book America's Great Debate written by Fergus M. Bordewich and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chronicles the 1850s appeals of Western territories to join the Union as slave or free states, profiling period balances in the Senate, Henry Clay's attempts at compromise, and the border crisis between New Mexico and Texas.

Author : Heber Doust Curtis
Publisher : Franklin Classics
ISBN 13 : 9780343257026
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Scale of the Universe written by Heber Doust Curtis and published by Franklin Classics. This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.