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Citta Nuova Editrice: Augustine of Hippo
A collection of resources on the life and works of St. Augustine, from Italian publisher Citta Nuova. Includes a gallery of images of the saint in a variety of media (painting, sculpture, mosaic) and links to external resources where you...
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A Spinoza Chronology
Detailed timeline showing Spanish and Portuguese history in relation to Spinoza. Records dates of major works, as well as some of Pascal and Newton.
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Latter Rain Page: Roger Bacon's Life, Works, Philosophy
Well-rounded biography of Roger Bacon with very clear explanation of his philosophy. The focus is on his belief that knowledge can be attained through scientific experiments and through divine inspiration. Includes brief excerpt from...
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National Humanities Institute: Croce in America
Lengthy but informative article traces the fame and decline of Croce's philosophy in the 20th century, as well as his contributions in aesthetics, literary criticism, and historiography. Author argues that Croce's thought deserves a...
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R. B. Jones: The Philosophy of Logic
Excellent overview of logic. Defines the term in informative detail, while relating logic to its neighbors in epistemology, metaphysics, and analytic philosophy. A terrific introduction to the subject.
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Ellen's Place: Will Rogers 1879 1935
This page provides extensive information on the life and philosophy of Will Rogers.
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Hegel.net: Hegel E Texts
This site provides links to online versions of many of Hegel's writings in both German and English.
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The Tao Te Ching
A translation of the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu, the major work of Taoism (Daoism).
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Plato's Republic
Intensive look at "The Republic," by Plato. Incorporates a brief biography of Plato along with a condensed version of "The Republic". Truly gives the essence of Plato's philosophy.
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Explorable: Ancient Astronomy, Science and the Ancient Greeks
Discusses the influences of other cultures on ancient Greek astronomers, and the advances made by the Greeks. It highlights major astronomers and those who contributed important ideas from the 6th to the 2nd centuries BC, including...
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Catholic Educator's Resource Center: The Galileo Affair
Online essay concerning the battle between Galileo and the Catholic Church over the issue of heliocentrism, or, whether the sun or the earth is at the center of the universe.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Chinese Philosophy
Encyclopedia entry provides an overview of the historical development of ancient Chinese philosophy and its main schools of thought. Includes photos, links to related material and timeline of events.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Discover more about the book the"Great Gatsby," by F. Scott Fitzgerald when you visit this resource. This site provides links to biographical information, lesson plans, activities, vocabulary and more.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Alchemy
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers a brief history of alchemy and contributions made by alchemists.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Alchemy
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Delves into the history of alchemy and contributions made by alchemists.
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International Gramsci Society: Timeline of Life of Gramsci
A very detailed timeline documenting the life of the famous 20th century Marxist thinker who lived in Italy and was imprisoned by Mussolini and died in prison.
Read Works
Read Works: China Today: Confucius
[Free Registration/Login Required] A biographical text about Confucius. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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The American Chesterton Society
If you are looking for information or excerpts of material relating to G.K. Chesterton, this is the place to begin. It begins with an introduction and defense of Chesterton as being "The best writer of the 20th century," and provides...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "Allegory of the Cave" by Plato
A learning module that begins with "Allegory of the Cave" by Plato, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher and...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Rene Descartes: Facts, Achievements, Contributions
Presents biographical information about Rene Descartes (1596-1650), his career, personal life, written works, and his legacy. Covers contributions to philosophy, mathematics, and science.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Abu Yusuf Yaqub Ibn Ishaq Al Sabbah Al Kindi
Biography of Al-Kindi, an Islamic scholar and mathematician. Includes several links to related topics and a list of references for further studies.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Book Pairings: "Grendel" by John Gardner
Selected (6) reading passages (grades 9-11) to pair with "Grendel" by John Gardner. [Free account registration required for specific tools.]
The Best Notes
The Best Notes: The Stranger by Albert Camus
This is a complete online study guide/notes for the novel The Stranger by Albert Camus including author information, literary elements, chapter-by-chapter summaries/notes, study questions, and analysis.
PBS
Pbs: Nova Online: Real Roman Recipes
"To give you a flavor of food that Romans may have eaten at the baths, we have reprinted ancient recipes." The majority of the recipes are 2,000 years old and come from Apicius, a Roman chef.