Schwenkler, John
Anscombe's Intention: A Guide (Oxford Guides to Philosophy)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780190052034
- author:
- Schwenkler, John
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 20.8 x 14.1 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Political,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Elizabeth Anscombe's Intention: A Guide by John Schwenkler offers a careful and critical presentation of her influential work in analytic philosophy of action. Written against the backdrop of controversy surrounding her opposition to Harry S. Truman's honorary degree, Anscombe sought to develop a proper understanding of intentional action. This book situates her ideas within the context of Aristotle, Aquinas, Wittgenstein, and other key philosophers, making it an ideal resource for advanced undergraduates and specialists in action theory and moral philosophy. Schwenkler's Guide provides a nuanced exploration of Anscombe's main arguments, which have been widely recognized as a definitive work in the field. However, her book is often read through the lens of philosophical concerns far removed from her own focus. By presenting Anscombe's ideas in a clear and critical manner, this guide invites new avenues of engagement with historically important philosophers. By examining Anscombe's Intention, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the development of analytic philosophy of action and its ongoing relevance to moral philosophy and ethics.
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