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Giordano Bruno: Philosopher / HereticGiordano Bruno (1548 1600) is one of the great figures of early modern Europe, and one of the least understood. Ingrid D. Rowland's biography establishes him once and for all as a peer of Erasmus, Shakespeare, and Galileo a thinker whose vision of the world prefigures ours. Writing with great verve and erudition, Rowland traces Bruno's wanderings through a sixteenth century Europe where every certainty of religion and philosophy has been called into
Giordano Bruno (1548-1600) is one of the great figures of early modern Europe, and one of the least understood. Ingrid D. Rowland's biography establishes him once and for all as a peer of Erasmus, Shakespeare, and Galileo--a thinker whose vision of the world prefigures ours.
Writing with great verve and erudition, Rowland traces Bruno's wanderings through a sixteenth-century Europe where every certainty of religion and philosophy has been called into question, and reveals how he valiantly defended his ideas to the very end, when he was burned at the stake as a heretic on Rome's Campo de' Fiori. "A loving and thoughtful account of Bruno's] life and thought, satires and sonnets, dialogues and lesson plans, vagabond days and star-spangled nights. . . . Ingrid D. Rowland has her reasons for preferring Bruno to Copernicus, Tycho Brahe, Johannes Kepler, even Galileo and Leonardo, and they're good ones."--John Leonard, Harper's "Whatever else Bruno was, he was wild-minded and extreme, and Rowland communicates this, together with a sense of the excitement that his ideas gave him. . . . It's that feeling for the explosiveness of the period, and Rowland's] admiration of Bruno for participating in it--indeed, dying for it--that is the central and most cherishable quality of the biography."--Joan Acocella, New Yorker "Rowland tells this great story in moving, vivid prose, concentrating as much on Bruno's thought as on his life. . . . His restless mind, as she makes clear, not only explored but transformed the heavens."--Anthony Grafton, New York Review of Books " Bruno] seems to have been an unclassifiable mixture of foul-mouthed Neapolitan mountebank, loquacious poet, religious reformer, scholastic philosopher, and slightly wacky astronomer."--Anthony Gottlieb, New York Times Book Review "A marvelous feat of scholarship. . . . This is intellectual biography at its best."--Peter N. Miller, New Republic "An excellent starting point for anyone who wants to rediscover the historical figure concealed beneath the cowl on Campo de' Fiori."--Paula Findlen, NationBinding Type: Paperback
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Published: 09/01/2009
ISBN: 9780226730240
Pages: 335
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.70d
Review Citations: Books & Culture 03/01/2012 pg. 19
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Very well-made, nice valet, solid wood with a silicone surface
I really do love this white BROWN wooden valet Tray. It has taken it place right next to my bed on my nightstand. Currently it contains a flashlight, my watch charger, earbuds, remote control, and a walkie-talkie. They all fit perfectly, it really keeps my stand, neat and clean looking. I like these trays because they look so much better than things just laying randomly across your nightstand. It saves things from rolling off to the back of the nightstand against the wall, where I have to flex like an acrobat to reach them. These are perfect for any works surface as well. These would be welcome in the shop. I'm sure they would be great for a teacher, a kitchen a professional at their desk. Just about anywhere you need to put small items and store them temporarily.
One of the best things about it is that the bottom or at least the inside surface where you place items is not wooden. It appears to be some type of a silicone so you don't hear that wood sound when you drop things into it. It's soft and things don't roll or slide. It holds them in place exactly where you put them. The bottom came with four felt pads that you can stick on the bottom before you put it on your nightstand or wherever you're putting it. Keeps it from scratching any wooden surfaces. It has a nice rounded edges are very clean dark wood look and a great silicone mat on the inside, this is perfect for your nightstand. I really do enjoy it. Comedy no assembly required. It's well-made and it's a sturdy piece of wood. I highly recommend it.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Holds hubs personal items nicely.
This is a decent sized wooden tray for the price. The manufacturer took care to package this nicely so it was not damaged in transit. All the material used on this tray seem to be pretty decent. The color is very versitile. The wood feels durable and not a soft wood that would easily scratch or dent. The faux leather lining is very nice and makes it quiet when hubs puts his keys down. This tray comes with 4 feet which one must apply by simply peeling the release paper and sticking to the bottom of the tray. This is nice so the tray does not scratch the night stand. Honestly, this tray is very versitile as this can definately be used on an end table in the office or in the bathroom to corral items on the counter top. This is a decent product at a very fair price.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Looks good and works great
Color: Wireless Charging
I put this on my desk at work and it is the perfect size. I keep it unplugged when not actively charging a phone, but the charger works well with an iPhone 15 though it seems to charge slower than if I use a charging cord, but that is not a big deal. I do have to take the case off the phone because of the type of case it is. It was easy to set up and I do take the cord out when not charging the phone. The mat itself is soft, does not have any strong odors even when first opening the package, and makes my desk look neat. Seems to be pretty thick and sturdy and would hold up to normal, every day use. Accidental spills were easy to clean, just wipe with a damp cloth and brush away any lint.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Great
Color: Wireless Charging, Color: Wireless Charging
I bought this wireless charging mouse pad, because my phone isn’t charging anymore using the USB, plus I need a new mouse pad, the wireless charging is super convenient, just drop my phone on the pad and it starts charging fast 15W.
The surface of the pad is really smooth, perfect for both casual use and gaming. My mouse glides like butter, and it's big enough to hold my keyboard and mouse perfectly. It also stays in place thanks to the non-slip backing.
One of my favorite things is the foldable phone holder. I didn’t think I’d use it much, but it actually comes in handy when I’m watching videos or just keeping an eye on notifications while working. Plus, the whole thing looks pretty sleek and would actually make a solid gift.
Overall, definitely worth it for anyone who wants to tidy up their desk setup and the wireless charging is super convenient. Easy to use, durable and easy to clean.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2025
★★★★★ 3
Nice pad. Mediocre charger.
Color: Wireless Charging
The large pad surface is comfortable. The wireless charger functionality is hit or miss. Even without a phone case it seems to choose when it wants to work. Sometimes you gotta reposition the phone five times to get it to function.
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