Masters of Greek Thought: Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle

By Professor
Robert C. Bartlett

The arguments of the Greek thinkers Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle represent daring leaps into some of the most profound and intellectually exciting concepts in philosophy. Challenge and satisfy your intellectual curiosity with Masters of Greek Thought: Plato, Socrates, and Aristotle, an in-depth exploration of the dramatic turn in philosophical direction that began with these three philosophers. Award-winning Professor Robert C. Bartlett guides you through this astonishing era in the history of human thought, the legacy of which is still with us today.

New Frontiers: Modern Perspectives on Our Solar System

By Professor
Frank Summers

A visually stunning investigation into what we know about the solar system today, New Frontiers: Modern Perspectives on Our Solar System shows you just how much more there is to uncover about our true place among the stars. Dr. Frank Summers, one of the nation's top astronomy educators, gives you an entirely new model with which to view the solar system. Take an unforgettable journey through the fascinating discoveries of our space-age solar system as revealed by detailed diagrams, amazing computer animations, and spectacular images from cutting-edge telescopes and spacecraft.

Masterpieces of Short Fiction

By Professor
Michael Krasny

More than a shorter version of a novel, the short story is a unique and rewarding literary form in itself. In Masterpieces of Short Fiction, esteemed scholar and educator Dr. Michael Krasny takes you into 23 renowned short stories from iconic writers like Ernest Hemingway and Flannery O'Connor. You explore how tales such as "The Killers" and "A Good Man Is Hard to Find" characterize the artistry and insight found in these miniature masterpieces. Travel into a world of imagination and gain an appreciation of how these great authors elevated the craft of storytelling into an art form whose impact can last a lifetime.