This book is intended as a first introduction to the subject. It addresses questions of truth and meaning, questions which provide a basis for much of what is discussed elsewhere in philosophy. This book should be of interest to students of philosophy.

In the summer of 1803, Thomas Jefferson sent Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on a journey to establish an American presence in a land of unqualified natural resources and riches. Is it fitting that, on the 200th anniversary of that expedition, the United States, together with international partners, should embark on another journey of exploration in a vastly more extensive region of remarkable potential for discovery.

The Truth About Our Schools: Exposing the myths, exploring the evidence

A superb, crucial, blistering expose of all the myths about our education system that are all too often used to attack it. Melissa Benn again proves why she is one of country's most formidable education campaigners - and why the powerful should fear her.

In light of recent outbreaks of infectious diseases and new developments in immunizations, everyone from parents to policy-makers have questions about vaccines. What's actually in a vaccine? Are vaccines effective? Are they safe? Should a society require that all citizens get certain vaccines?

The Words You Should Know to Sound Smart: 1200 Essential Words Every Sophisticated Person Should Be Able to Use

This book is a tongue-in-cheek guide to words that any well-educated, witty person should be able to drop into cocktail conversation. For those who want to improve the quality and sophistication of their speech and writing, this is the book to keep on the nightstand.