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'Michael DayaEURO (TM)s insightful aEURO~philosophical
biographyaEURO (TM) of J Robert Oppenheimer stands out from other
works on the so-called aEURO~father of the atomic bombaEURO (TM) by
its focus on the post-war period and by the depth of its
philosophical engagement with his humanistic thought on science and
culture.'Centaurus ReviewIncorporating elements from history,
science, philosophy and international relations theory, this book
takes a fresh look at the life and thought of Robert
Oppenheimer.The author argues that not only are Oppenheimer's ideas
important, engaging and relevant, but also more coherent than
generally assumed. He makes a convincing case that Oppenheimer has
much to say about 21st century issues, and his voice should be
brought back into the public forum.The book recovers and
reconstructs what Oppenheimer said and wrote during the 1940s, 50s
and 60s (i.e., his hope and vision) with the goal of identifying
what might be of general philosophical interest today. It considers
not only Oppenheimer's thought, but also his life using
philosophical ideas developed by contemporary philosophers.In
addition, to deepen and broaden the discussion and demonstrate the
relevance of Oppenheimer's vision for the present, the author
analyzes his views using contemporary international relations
theory with a special emphasis on nuclear nonproliferation and
disarmament. This examination reveals ways in which Oppenheimer's
reasoning was prescient of current work being carried out to
control, and possibly move beyond, the nuclear revolution.
'Michael DayaEURO (TM)s insightful aEURO~philosophical
biographyaEURO (TM) of J Robert Oppenheimer stands out from other
works on the so-called aEURO~father of the atomic bombaEURO (TM) by
its focus on the post-war period and by the depth of its
philosophical engagement with his humanistic thought on science and
culture.'Centaurus ReviewIncorporating elements from history,
science, philosophy and international relations theory, this book
takes a fresh look at the life and thought of Robert
Oppenheimer.The author argues that not only are Oppenheimer's ideas
important, engaging and relevant, but also more coherent than
generally assumed. He makes a convincing case that Oppenheimer has
much to say about 21st century issues, and his voice should be
brought back into the public forum.The book recovers and
reconstructs what Oppenheimer said and wrote during the 1940s, 50s
and 60s (i.e., his hope and vision) with the goal of identifying
what might be of general philosophical interest today. It considers
not only Oppenheimer's thought, but also his life using
philosophical ideas developed by contemporary philosophers.In
addition, to deepen and broaden the discussion and demonstrate the
relevance of Oppenheimer's vision for the present, the author
analyzes his views using contemporary international relations
theory with a special emphasis on nuclear nonproliferation and
disarmament. This examination reveals ways in which Oppenheimer's
reasoning was prescient of current work being carried out to
control, and possibly move beyond, the nuclear revolution.
The Beauty Game.When talented copywriter Zoe Diamond first
enters the plush offices of global beauty empire Visage D'Or she
doesn't own a face cream.She thinks uplift is by Wonderbra. And
wrinkles are removed with an iron.Soon she's seduced, manipulated
and betrayed by charming words, false promises, and the powerful
men behind them.She doesn't drink. Lie. Or have sex on the
boardroom table.Yet.She learns beauty means pain.Truth means legal
lies.And miracle creams make beautiful profits.Drowning in
champagne-fuelled corruption and scandal, Zoe fights to keep her
job, her reputation and most importantly, the man of her dreams.But
will she succeed before The Beauty Game destroys her...?
"" 'The Beauty Game' is tremendous good fun: smart, sharp,
frequently hilarious and packed with unforgettable characters, I
can't recommend this book enough. Read it - not only will you have
a fabulously good time, but you'll never see the beauty industry in
quite the same light again.""
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