Ferdinand Jives has 4 audiobooks on Listento.it, narrated by 2 narrators, with an average listener rating of 3★ across 3 ratings. The most-rated is John Locke: Thoughts on Politics, Government, and Philosophy.
John Locke: Thoughts on Politics, Government, and Philosophy
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The Libertarian who spoke up. Although considered as a pure politician and idealist by some, John Locke’s philosophical views on life have inspired many to take a step back and reassess the nature of governments, property, and human rights. He was an advocate of freedom and liberty. His influence cannot be underestimated when looking at the philosophical debates that have been held since his time, let alone during his lifetime. Therefore, to give the deserved credit to this impressive thinker, you can hear about topics such as: The “Two Treaties of Government” about which John Locke wrote. John Locke’s background and the origin of his name. His views on individualism and liberalism. A fun comparison between Justin Bieber, Steve Jobs, and John Locke. Descartes’ criticism on John Locke and the rational debate between their views. Critical thinking, knowledge, and imagination. Get a new perspective by studying John Locke’s ideas, concepts, and his criticism on society and governments.
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David Hume: Understanding His Philosophical Works and Life
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Find out who David Hume was and discover his views on life and philosophy. David Hume was a Scottish philosopher and historian. He was also known for his essays and economic analyses. He supported empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism in his own little way, which shed light on life and reasoning in a distinct manner he has propagated in various, ethical ways. In this book, you’ll learn about: The rumors about David Hume and everything around it. David Hume’s skeptical statements and thoughts. The life of David in Scotland and the way it impacted his intelligent perceptions of reality. A number of quotes and references to Hume’s most important works and essays. Hume’s analyses of several scientific topics. And much more! Become aware of this empiricist’s approach to debatable subjects in the world of philosophy and learn, in a nutshell, what he stood for.
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Thomas Aquinas
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A Catholic who put things into perspective when philosophical ideas were at an all-time low Italian philosopher, Thomas Aquinas, had a major impact on Christian theology, the rise of Scholasticism, and the Roman Catholic Church. His Summa Theologica and other works are renowned, and they emphasize the five pieces of evidences that God exists. To get a basic understanding of this deep thinker, we will touch on topics such as: Some of the most inspiring quotes from Thomas Aquinas’ works Interesting side notes and Aquinas’ historical background The Marian prayer Philosophical ideas and reasoning of this 13th-century theologist References to Aquinas’ books, as well as the explanation of the “natural law” And much more! With all the agnostic philosophers around, an interesting perspective should be respectively acknowledged by a man who truly believed in God’s existence and the logic of proving the same.
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Karl Marx: His Ideology, His Successes and Failures, and the Communist Manifesto
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The man who started communism. Communism has been frowned on and praised equally among the nations. Some communist nations have collapsed, other ones are still intact in one way or another. Find out what went through the man’s mind who invented this system as a response to the increasing gap between the rich and the poor and the exploitation he feared would only grow. Some critical thinking can help you get a more sophisticated perspective on the reasons why his ideology has or has not worked, and the differences between how his theories and views were applied in various areas in the world. You will also learn about: Modern sociology. The theory of alienation, which relates to the worker under capitalism. Karl Marx’s historical background and analyses. Theories concerning human nature, economics, society, and consciousness. The different styles of communism that have been implemented during and after the revolution. Marxism beliefs and criticism on those same beliefs. The aspects of Chinese communism that typify the nation’s productiveness and structure. Thoughts on the Communist Manifesto, laws of labor and capital. If you are puzzled why several billions of people have voluntarily or involuntarily lived in a communist regime, how ideologies have led to the rise and downfall of unions and nations, and how a complete Cold War raged for a few decades because of communism, then educate yourself and start by listening to this audiobook.
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