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The Meaning of Myth

With 12 Greek Myths Retold and Interpreted by a Psychiatrist
By Neel Burton

In The Meaning of Myth, Neel Burton (psychiatrist, philosopher, wine expert) brilliantly discusses and exhibits the meaning of myth. First, he defines it as “a piece of lore” and then separates it from legend, fable, fairytale, parable, religion, ritual, magic, and science. He presents a...

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Heaven and Hell

The Psychology of the Emotions, second edition
By Neel Burton

Heaven and Hell: The Psychology of the Emotions by Dr. Neel Burton gives readers insights about emotions and how these rule when it comes to determining their choice of profession, partner, and politics, and also relating to sex, money, and religion. The 32 chapters work...

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The Art of Failure

The Anti Self-Help Guide
By Neel Burton

The Art of Failure: The Anti Self-Help Guide, by the award-winning Neel Burton, is an enlightening guide on the beauty and importance of failure. With all the self-help books in the world, one would think there would be no such word as "failure." But we...

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Stoic Stories

A Heroic Account of Stoicism (Ancient Wisdom)
By Neel Burton

Neel Burton kept my interest in Stoic Stories, even though I spent years studying for my master’s certificate in Ancient And Classical History. Neel taught me more in his book than I learned in my years of study. Not only does Neel explain the philosophy...

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The Gang of Three

Socrates, Plato, Aristotle
By Neel Burton

The Gang of Three: Socrates, Plato, Aristotle by Neel Burton should be required reading for any college class in philosophy. This is the best book on philosophy I have ever read, and I have four master’s degrees. Neel gives a fantastic overview of the pre-Socratic...

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Indian Mythology and Philosophy

The Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Kama Sutra… And How They Fit Together (Ancient Wisdom)
By Neel Burton

Indian Mythology and Philosophy is the fourth book in the Ancient Wisdom Series by Neel Burton. The author, a noted psychiatrist and philosopher, explains Indian writings, discusses discoveries like the Indus seals, and brings well-known stories, references, and more uncommon works together to benefit all...

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Augustus

Invitation to Philosophy
By Neel Burton

Neel Burton's ingenious and fascinating Augustus: Invitation to Philosophy is inspired by the lost work written by the Roman emperor. This book invites readers to consider philosophy's significance and value and whether it is worth studying. It is written as a dialogue between Augustus, his two adopted sons Lucius and...

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