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هل فشلت التعددية الثقافية؟ هل حان الوقت لتجاوزها؟ وإذا صح هذا، فما هو البديل؟ يستعرض علي راتانسي التوجهات المعاصرة المحيطة بالتعددية الثقافية، بداية من الهوية الوطنية والترابط الاجتماعي وانتهاءً بالتشظي الثقافي و«اللياقة الأدبية».

يستولد عنوان هذا الكتاب تساؤلات في ذهن القارئ: لماذا تأويل التاريخ العربي وليس تأويل التاريخ الإسلامي أو تأويل التاريخ العربي والإسلامي؟ وما المقصود بالعرب؟ هل يعني بهم الباحث المجموعة العرقية الناطقة بالعربية اليوم أم مختلف الشعوب التي عرفت الثقافة العربية الإسلامية على مرّ التاريخ؟ لقد بدا التاريخ مشغلاً مركزياً عند كثير من المفكرين العرب ولكن معالجة المسألة التاريخية توزعت بين العديد من زوايا النظر، فهناك المعالجة التراثية التي أساسها التجديد والدفاع عن التراث سواء بتوجه إسلامي أو بتوجه عروبي، وهناك من يلوذ بالمعالجة الابستيمولوجية، وهناك من يعتمد مقولات ذات مرجعية فكرية محددة مثل القراءة الماركسية، وهناك أعمال نحت منحى السرد الوقائعي للتاريخ، وأعمال أخرى حاولت التوفيق بين السرد والتحليل. الا أن الباحث لاحظ أن الخطاب في أعمال المفكرين المغاربة المعاصرين ينزع نحو ربط السرد بالتحليل وربط التحليل بالفهم ولا سيما عند ثلة منهم، ورأى بأنهم أقرب الى معنى التأويل من غيرهم، من هنا عمد الباحث الى الاجتهاد وفي تدبر نصوصهم لتكون منطلقاً الى تأويل التاريخ العربي. فهل نزع هؤلاء المفكرون الى استحضار التاريخ الحدثي؟ أم أنهم قاموا بصياغة تاريخ تحليلي؟ أما أنهم عمدوا الى ربط هذا

The Power of Religion in the Public Sphere represents a rare opportunity to experience a diverse group of preeminent philosophers confronting one pervasive contemporary concern: what role does—or should—religion play in our public lives? Reflecting on her recent work concerning state violence in Israel-Palestine, Judith Butler explores the potential of religious perspectives for renewing cultural and political criticism, while Jürgen Habermas, best known for his seminal conception of the public sphere, thinks through the ambiguous legacy of the concept of "the political" in contemporary theory. Charles Taylor argues for a radical redefinition of secularism, and Cornel West defends civil disobedience and emancipatory theology. Eduardo Mendieta and Jonathan VanAntwerpen detail the immense contribution of these philosophers to contemporary social and political theory, and an afterword by Craig Calhoun places these attempts to reconceive the significance of both religion and the secular in the context of contemporary national and international politics.

Habits are difficult to change. The neuroscience behind the functioning of habits is still not known to many. On one hand, there is always one section of the society which finds it exceptionally easy to adapt to new situations, new environment and frequent changes. On the other hand, there are people and organizations who strive hard to mold themselves into a changing environment.

Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when the letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry’s eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. An incredible adventure is about to begin.

Dark times have come to Hogwarts. After the Dementors' attack on his cousin Dudley, Harry Potter knows that Voldemort will stop at nothing to find him. There are many who deny the Dark Lord's return, but Harry is not alone: a secret order gathers at Grimmauld Place to fight against the Dark forces. Harry must allow Professor Snape to teach him how to protect himself from Voldemort's savage assaults on his mind. But they are growing stronger by the day and Harry is running out of time . J.K. Rowling's internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry's fifth adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the sickly-sweet, kitten-clad walls of Professor Umbridge's office to the unplottable recesses of the Room of Requirement. This gorgeous paperback edition features a spectacular cover by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, plus refreshed bonus material, including ten essential spells for any witch or wizard learning the art of self-defence. Perfect for anyone who's ready to lose themselves in the biggest children's books of all time. PERIL - PUNISHMENT - PROPHECIES Seven magical stories, one epic adventure

Featuring cover artwork from the major motion picture starring Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, and Adam Driver "Often sidesplitting, mostly heartbreaking...[Tropper is] a more sincere, insightful version of Nick Hornby, that other master of male psyche." —USA Today

Madoc’s easygoing nature masks a hidden pain. But he’s ready to get on with his life, until Fallon—the one girl he’s loved and lost—unexpectedly returns to their small town the summer before college. And she’s not done with him…

Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, bestselling author of Peace is Every Step and one of the most respected and celebrated religious leaders in the world, delivers a powerful path to happiness through mastering life’s most important skill “Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal, inner peace and peace on earth.” —His Holiness the Dalai Lama

A heartfelt fiction debut that will appeal to fans of Emily Giffin’s Southern charm and Jennifer Weiner’s compelling, emotionally resonant novels about the frustrations of blood ties, Cancel the Wedding follows one woman’s journey to discover the secrets of her mother’s hidden past—and confront her own uncertain future.