Böcker av Lisa Hill

This book uniquely recovers and assesses Stoic political thought by tracking its uptake into Western modernity and exploring the extent of its impact. Classical Stoicism has lately seen a popular resurgence inspiring self-help books and therapeutic treatments for anxiety and depression. As a scholarly source for the Western political tradition, it is even more important. Yet, as A.A. Long once observed: ¿[o]f all the ancient philosophies, Stoicism has probably had the most diffused¿ yet least ¿adequately acknowledged influence on Western thought.¿ This close textual study not only provides the first systematic study of the political content of Stoic thought but also establishes the hitherto under-appreciated influence of classical Stoicism on the political thought of the long eighteenth century and beyond in Europe and particularly Britain. The Stoic ideas upon which we focus include their cosmopolitanism, their contribution to sociability and self-interest debates, their influence on modern feminism and utilitarianism, and their prefiguration of modern conceptions of personal rights.

This book reveals the integrated, deeply political project that lies at the heart of Smith's thought, showing both the breadth and novelty of Smith's approach to political thought.

Few concepts have witnessed a more dramatic resurgence of interest in recent years than corruption. This book provides a compelling historical and conceptual analysis of corruption which demonstrates a persistent oscillation between restrictive 'public office' and expansive 'degenerative' connotations of corruption from classical Antiquity to 1800.

In many democracies, voter turnout is low and getting lower. If the people choose not to govern themselves, should they be forced to do so? For Jason Brennan, compulsory voting is unjust and a petty violation of citizens' liberty. The median non-voter is less informed and rational, as well as more biased, than the median voter. According to Lisa Hill, compulsory voting is a reasonable imposition on personal liberty. Hill points to the discernible benefits of compulsory voting and argues that high turnout elections are more democratically legitimate. The authors - both well-known for their work on voting and civic engagement - debate questions such as: * Do citizens have a duty to vote, and is it an enforceable duty? * Does compulsory voting violate citizens' liberty? If so, is this sufficient grounds to oppose it? Or is it a justifiable violation? Might it instead promote liberty on the whole? * Is low turnout a problem or a blessing?

This is a story about a brave puppy and kitten who succeed against great odds through teamworkand tenacity to help each other to a happy place. They find the Happiness Centre of Smile-a-lotand their new friends make them well again. Ben and Crinkle learn why you should never give up.

Triathlon the Ultimate Sport is the ultimate guide to taking your triathlon goals to the next level. This book is written and formatted to be easy to read and apply the information presented. Whether you are just starting out or finishing your tenth triathlon Triathlon the Ultimate Sport has something for everyone. In depth training plans for all levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced. A 24 week Ironman distance training program, and scores of thoughts, tips, and tricks to make your training the best it can be. So put on your swim goggles, grease up your bike gears, and lace up those running shoes and get started.

Lance feels very sorry for himself and doesn’t notice the beauty in which he lives. Lance sets sail for a better place and discovers the Happiness Centre of Smile-A-Lot. The animals of Smile-A-Lot help Lance find inner peace by developing thankfulness and gratitude for what he already has. Lance returns home to his friends and beautiful island home with a  determination to focus on positivity every day and becomes a very happy tortoise.

Ben and Crinkle hear that the world is changing so they set off to teach the humans how to save the earth.Through the enchanting magnetism of the human-animal bond,each Smile-A-Lot book will empower your child to:Make the right choices every day to lead a value based and happy life, Focus on solutions rather than problems to overcome obstacles, Developmental resilience to bounce back from the unexpected, Achieve emotional intelligence and be more successful in life, Achieve happiness and wellbeing through positive thoughts, Have a positive mindset to endure life’s challenges, View the world through a positive lens.Your child’s future will be determined by the way their mind processes the world around them. Smile-A-Lot Books will create lasti ng positi ve change by training your child to focus on optimism which will lead to success and happiness in life.