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Barry Smith

    Barry Smith verfasst historische Romane und Spionagethriller, die aus einem reichen und erfahrungsreichen Leben sowie einer Leidenschaft für Entdeckungen schöpfen. Seine Werke tauchen in dynamische historische Epochen und spannungsgeladene Handlungen ein, die oft vor dem Hintergrund Großbritanniens und Australiens spielen. Barry Smiths Schreibstil zeichnet sich durch seine fesselnden und dramatischen Qualitäten aus und bietet den Lesern eine lebendige und immersive Reise. Seine Erzählungen erforschen Themen, die mit Geschichte, Reisen und der Widerstandsfähigkeit des menschlichen Geistes verknüpft sind.

    Austrian philosophy
    Austrian Philosophy: The Legacy of Franz Brentano
    Foundations of Gestalt theory
    Philosophy and Political Change in Eastern Europe
    Introductory Financial Accounting and Reporting
    Parts and moments
    • Parts and moments

      • 563 Seiten
      • 20 Lesestunden
      4,5(2)Abgeben

      The present collection of papers is the first substantial study of the formal-ontological theory of part-whole relations developed by Brentano and his students, Stumpf, Twardowski, Meinong and Husserl, at the end of the last century. The theory was elaborated in the first decades of the present century by the early phenonenologists, and also by theoretical psychologists, linguists, anthropologists, legal theorists and others influenced Particularly by the work of Husserl. This volume is an attempt to rekindle an interest in this neglected tradition. It offers a valuable set of source materials on the logical, ontological and psychological theories developed in Austria, Germany and Poland before the Second World War, and provides an introduction to the logical aspects of Husserlian thought which is especially suitable for those familiar with the methods of analytic Philosophy. A comprehensive, annotated bibliography on part/whole makes this volume of further value to those interested in this field. Individual papers and the bibliography are also available bound separately. Please write for special price-list. Of interest to: Philosophers, linguists, logicians, historians of these disciplines, historians of 20th century European thought

      Parts and moments
    • Introductory Financial Accounting is a short revision text presenting the essentials that students have to learn to pass their first financial accounting module. The topics have been chosen by assessing how likely they are to appear in the exam.

      Introductory Financial Accounting and Reporting
    • The proceedings from the 1992 Budapest "Monist" Colloquium feature prominent philosophers from Eastern Europe and the West discussing the evolution and prospects of philosophy in post-socialist nations. The collection offers insights into how political changes have influenced philosophical thought and practice in these regions, highlighting the interplay between ideology and intellectual discourse.

      Philosophy and Political Change in Eastern Europe
    • Focusing on the concept of intentionality, this extensive study explores the philosophical legacy of Franz Brentano and his school, highlighting their unique approach to the relationship between mind and objects. Unlike the analytic movement, Brentano's followers integrated psychological insights with ontological investigations, influencing fields like phenomenology and Gestalt psychology. The book also examines connections with early Austrian economics and the impact of Brentano's students on Polish philosophy, providing a comprehensive overview of Austrian philosophy from the 1870s to 1938.

      Austrian Philosophy: The Legacy of Franz Brentano
    • This work presents an account of the ideas and arguments of Franz Brentano and those he influenced. It aims to dispel various legends and misunderstandings, providing a picture of the characteristically lucid, unpretentious, scientific and objectivist Austrian style of thought.

      Austrian philosophy
    • Blood Rain

      A San Francisco Mystery

      • 324 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden

      The plot centers on a brutal murder and a missing document that disrupt David Moore's role as a private investigator. Set against the backdrop of a rainy San Francisco, the story unfolds as McCloud College faces a dire threat to its survival, prompting Moore to delve into the investigation. The narrative explores themes of crime, loyalty, and the impact of external forces on cherished institutions.

      Blood Rain
    • The Miwok Eagles

      A San Francisco Mystery

      • 212 Seiten
      • 8 Lesestunden

      Set against the backdrop of the 19th-century San Francisco Bay Area, the story revolves around a daring scheme involving 1849 ten-dollar gold coins known as the Miwok Eagles. International counterfeiter Fritz Boehmer devises a plan to steal these coins from coin evaluator Mirza Tarkanian, creating a buzz about their disappearance to inflate their value. He then aims to sell counterfeit copies, intertwining themes of deception and greed within a historical context that highlights the interactions between the Miwok Indians and the coin market.

      The Miwok Eagles
    • Dragon's Breath

      • 220 Seiten
      • 8 Lesestunden

      Set against the backdrop of a Victorian bush town, the narrative intertwines blackmail, sabotage, and murder, raising questions about their connections. The story explores whether these acts of evil are isolated incidents or part of a larger conspiracy orchestrated by the Chinese Communist Party to destabilize and potentially seize control of Australia. Tension and intrigue build as the characters navigate this complex web of deception and danger.

      Dragon's Breath