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In this important new book the leading philosopher Jacques Rancière continues his reflections on the representative power of works of art. How does art render

In this fascinating book, Steve Skiena and Charles Ward bring quantitative analysis to bear on ranking and comparing historical reputations by aggregating the t

Listing of 100 people from around the world and from many different fields of endeavor, whose actions--the author has determined--have had, or will have, the gr

Let’s say Charles Dickens challenges Mother Teresa to a lightsaber duel—they’re both equally fit, so will his superior artistry overcome her advantage in

A biography of Einstein as a young student, a curious young scientist, and a wise teacher working for world peace.