The Story of Philosophy

Will Durant, GP Editors

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the lives, works, and philosophical ideas of several of Western philosophy's most influential thinkers, from Socrates to Nietzsche. It delves into their contributions to ethics, metaphysics, and the understanding of human nature, making complex philosophical concepts accessible to a general audience.

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Foxe's Book of Martyrs

GP Editors, John Foxe

The book chronicles the persecutions and brutal sufferings of Protestants at the hands of the Roman Catholic Church during the 16th century. It details the lives, trials, and steadfast faith of individuals who were martyred for their adherence to Protestantism, from the early Christian martyrs to the Reformation period.

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Ancient Book of Jubilees

Ken Johnson, GP Editors

The book presents a detailed retelling of biblical events from creation to Moses, purportedly revealed by an angel to Moses on Mount Sinai, and includes additional traditions, commandments, and insights not found in the canonical Bible. It covers the division of history into jubilee periods and expands on the narratives of Genesis and parts of Exodus, offering a unique perspective on early Jewish religious thought and interpretation.

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