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The Swerve: How the World Became ModernIt was a beautiful poem of the most dangerous ideas: that the universe functions without the aid of gods, that religious fear is damaging to human life, that pleasure and virtue are not opposites but intertwined, and that matter is made up of very small material particles in eternal motion, randomly colliding and swerving in new directions. Its return to circulation changed the course of history. The poem's vision would shape the thought of Galileo
It was a beautiful poem of the most dangerous ideas: that the universe functions without the aid of gods, that religious fear is damaging to human life, that pleasure and virtue are not opposites but intertwined, and that matter is made up of very small material particles in eternal motion, randomly colliding and swerving in new directions. Its return to circulation changed the course of history. The poem's vision would shape the thought of Galileo and Freud, Darwin and Einstein, and--in the hands of Thomas Jefferson--leave its trace on the Declaration of Independence.
From the gardens of the ancient philosophers to the dark chambers of monastic scriptoria during the Middle Ages to the cynical, competitive court of a corrupt and dangerous pope, Greenblatt brings Poggio's search and discovery to life in a way that deepens our understanding of the world we live in now.
"An intellectually invigorating, nonfiction version of a Dan Brown-like mystery-in-the-archives thriller." --Boston Globe
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Published: 09/04/2012
ISBN: 9780393343403
Pages: 368
Weight: 0.98lbs
Size: 8.22h x 5.55w x 0.94d
Award: Cundill Prize - Finalist
Review Citations: People Weekly 09/10/2012 pg. 49
New York Times Book Review 09/30/2012 pg. 28
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★★★★★ 4
Fun and Engaging—Just Needs a Bit More Durability
Style: Lobster
I bought the Mity Rain interactive toy for my energetic pups, and it’s been a hit! The movement and squeaky sounds instantly grabbed their attention, and they been chasing it around the house like it’s their new best friend. It’s a great way to keep them mentally stimulated, especially when I’m busy or out of the house.
What I Love:
- The automatic movements really keep my dogs engaged.
- Rechargeable—no need to constantly buy batteries.
- Lightweight and easy for small to medium dogs to play with.
- Helps reduce boredom and separation anxiety.
Why Not 5 Stars:
- Needs a gentle tap to reactivate after short breaks, which isn’t ideal if your dog isn’t the pawing type.
- Not built for aggressive chewers/play-- i did buy two (lobster and the shark) the lobster apparently was more durable and lasted for a month but the shark was done within a day!
Overall, it’s a clever and entertaining toy that’s perfect for indoor play. Just keep an eye on it if your dog tends to chew hard. For the price, it’s a great way to add some excitement to your pup’s day.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2025
★★★★★ 5
A great top & very sturdy!
Style: Fish
Beau was a little shy with the fish at first but now he loves it! I have had a “million laughs”. This is my second fish - present for my “grand dog” at X-mas. They are very study and holds up very well. Really a nice toy!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2026
★★★★★ 5
So cute, my dog loves it
Style: Lobster
My dog (15 lb Morkie) loves this toy. It was his gift for Christmas. My little guy is like a child, he gets so excited when he gets new toys.
I can’t speak much on durability because my dog isn’t known to destroy toys. But in our case, it’s still in great condition.
I love the charging feature. We had a previous toy that required batteries and it was a pain. I keep the charging cord tucked inside the toy pocket so it doesn’t get lost.
It’s also motion activated, so if someone walks by it, it will began wiggling. Although I’m starting to wonder if my house is haunted because the toy will turn on by itself.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Amazingly Tough!
Style: Whale
This is one of our pup’s favorite toys, so much so that we always have a couple around. So far, our very-active, very destructive, deaf mixed-breed puppy has only managed to destroy one. And it was the plushie that failed, not the mechanism. Only reason I subtracted a star is that I’ve gotten a couple where the sensitivity is set WAY too high, as in, maybe it’s cosmic rays, setting it off? But other than that, great toy for a dog with high prey-drive.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2025
★★★★★ 5
the dog loves it
our dog loves to tug on this toy. now a favorite!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2025
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