Philosophy

The Twenty Verses on Manifestation-Only is a foundational text of Indian Buddhist philosophy, presented here in its original Sanskrit form alongside Jonathan A. Silk's commentary based on manuscript...

Catherine Z. Elgin's comprehensive study systematizes and develops Nelson Goodman's philosophy of language in a sophisticated exploration of key issues such as metaphor. This important work offers a...

Deliberative Agency: A Study in Modern African Political Philosophy by Uchenna Okeja explores the concept of public deliberation as a cornerstone of a new system of African political philosophy. This...

What Happened to Civility: The Promise and Failure of Montaigne's Modern Project by Ann Hartle explores the concept of civility in modern society. Civility, as a social bond, enables individuals to...

The Misinterpellated Subject by James R. Martel explores how calls for action from authority can be met with radical resistance. This phenomenon, coined by Martel, is rooted in the concept of...

David Hume's Politics explores the philosopher's distinctive political ideas through his monumental History of England. Andrew Sabl argues that conventions of authority are the core of Humean...

American Philosophy of Technology: An Empirical Turn in the Study of Technology. This book introduces contemporary American philosophy of technology through six leading figures. Their work represents...

The Second Treatise on Civil Government by John Locke is a foundational work in political philosophy that explores the nature and purpose of government. Locke's social contract theory proposes that...

Susan Neiman explores how a country can come to terms with its historical wrongdoings in this urgent perspective on confronting evil.Through personal stories, philosophical reflection and interviews...

The Science of Meaning: Essays on the Metatheory of Natural Language Semantics by Derek Ball and Brian Rabern. This collection of essays explores the fundamental nature of meaning in language,...

A comprehensive guide to pragmatism, this book brings together 38 essays from leading philosophers to provide in-depth coverage of one of the most dynamic fields of philosophy today. The volume...

America: A Continent of Thought This book explores the complex relationship between America and philosophy, tracing how American thinkers have engaged with and transformed European philosophical...

Philosophical Conversations offers an engaging introduction to the study of philosophy through informal and contemporary dialogue. Robert M. Martin explores traditional questions in a way that makes...

Friedrich Nietzsche's Human, All Too Human is a pivotal work that marks a significant departure from his earlier thinking. In this complex and thought-provoking book, Nietzsche breaks with his...

Walter Benjamin and the Idea of Natural History by Eli Friedlander explores how human beings belong to nature. This book examines Benjamin's philosophical questioning of this relationship, tracing it...

Elf Quotes: A Collection of Over 1000 Ancient Elven Sayings and Wise Elfin KoansA compilation of original elfin koans, ancient sayings, and quotes on magic and enchantment from The Silver Elves. This...

This collection of writings by prominent philosophers offers a critical examination of Jurgen Habermas' influential ideas and their place within contemporary philosophical debates.Habermas'...

The Dicts and Sayings of the Philosophers is an ancient prose text that presents a collection of wisdom gathered from various philosophers and sages. This well-known work has been translated into...

Process Metaphysics and Mutative Life Sketches of Lived Time by Wahida Khandker provides a comprehensive survey of key process-philosophical approaches that explore living processes at different...

Philosophy and the Novel by Alan H. Goldman presents a unique perspective on the relationship between philosophy and literature. In this thought-provoking work, Goldman defends theories of literary...

The Later Works of John Dewey, Volume 11Collection of essays, reviews, and miscellaneous writings from 1925 to 1953, exploring liberalism, social action, philosophy, and education.This volume...

Farewell to Freedom: A Western Genealogy of Liberty explores the complex and multifaceted concept of freedom in Western thought. By tracing the evolution of words that express freedom across various...

Goethe's Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship and Philosophy offers a unique perspective on one of literature's most complex novels. This collection of essays by esteemed scholars explores how Goethe's...

Thinking Faith after Christianity: A Theological Reading of Jan Patočka's Phenomenological Philosophy by Martin Kočí explores the theological motifs in Czech philosopher Jan Patočka's work, shedding...

This two-volume work offers a new perspective on Western subjectivity, exploring the Augustinian Rule as a key moment in the development of modern thought. By examining the communitarian practices of...

Pictorial representation is a fundamental question in aesthetics and philosophy of art. This collection of chapters explores the idea that the core of pictorial representation lies not in...

Jane Addams's Evolutionary Theorizing Constructing "Democracy and Social Ethics" by Marilyn Fischer is a groundbreaking exploration of the philosopher's work. Fischer delves into the intellectual...

Yellow Over The Mountain explores the intersection of art and life through an unfinished journey. Beginning in June 2014, the author's exchange of ideas with Zaiming Wang evolved into a personal...

Deleuze and the Contemporary World brings together twelve new essays that use Gilles Deleuze's philosophical ideas to think about current affairs. Contributors from various fields, including...

In this profound exploration of the Book of Genesis, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz delves into the mysteries of Creation and grapples with some of humanity's most fundamental questions: life and death, good...

The Force of Art by Krzysztof Ziarek explores the transformative power of avant-garde art in modern society. This book offers an alternative approach to understanding art's significance, one that...

Phenomenology as Critique: Why Method Matters by Andreea Smaranda Aldea, David Carr, and Sara Heinämaa is a thought-provoking exploration of the role of method in critique. Drawing on Husserlian...

Science has long been seen as a rational and systematic way of understanding the world. However, physicist Brian Ridley argues that this view is not entirely accurate. In "On Science", he explores...

The Measure of Things: Humanism, Humility and Mystery by David Edward Cooper This thought-provoking exploration delves into the history of humanism, tracing its development from medieval times to its...

Foucault and Politics: A Critical IntroductionThis book provides a clear and critical account of Michel Foucault's political thought, exploring its key concepts and their ongoing influence. Drawing...

Volume 7, Tome III: Kierkegaard and His Danish Contemporaries - Literature, Drama and AestheticsThis volume explores the diverse Danish sources that influenced Søren Kierkegaard's thought, including...

The Practice of Value by Joseph Raz explores a fundamental aspect of our world: value. This thought-provoking exploration delves into the dependence of value on social practice, challenging cultural...

A Conversation with an Atheist offers a fresh perspective on the nature of God. Daniel McKenzie presents a thought-provoking dialogue between an atheist and a sage, drawing on ancient wisdom to...

Studies in Ch'an and Hua-Yen presents well-researched studies in the history of two important East Asian Buddhist traditions. This collection brings together some of the best work of younger...

An Introduction to Logic: The Criticism of Arguments by Peter Alexander provides a comprehensive introduction to logic for undergraduates. Assuming no prior knowledge of logic, this book explores how...

John Dewey's Earlier Logical Theory by James Scott Johnston provides a comprehensive analysis of the philosopher's pre-1916 work on logic. This study offers an unparalleled account of the development...

Stephen Greenblatt's seminal writings on culture and Renaissance studies are collected in this comprehensive Reader. Spanning topics from Shakespeare to storytelling and miracles, these essays...

Assessment Sensitivity Relative Truth and Its Applications explores how we can make sense of the idea that truth is relative. John MacFarlane provides new accounts of parts of our thought and talk...

The Philosophers' Gift: Reexamining Reciprocity by Marcel Hénaff Fordham University Press, 2020, Paperback, 255 pages. In recent decades, philosophers have placed great emphasis on the gift as a...

Labyrinths: Explorations in the Critical History of IdeasThis collection of essays by Richard Wolin explores the critical history of ideas, focusing on German and French philosophy. Through a nuanced...

Natality and Finitude (Studies in Continental Thought) by Anne O'Byrne explores the concept of human existence as bound to birth and death. Instead of focusing solely on mortality, O'Byrne examines...

Cosmopolitanism: Ethics in a World of Strangers by Anthony Appiah In an age marked by global divisions and conflicts, philosopher Kwame Anthony Appiah challenges us to rethink our understanding of...

The Reproduction of Life Death by Dawne McCance offers a unique study of Jacques Derrida's engagement with molecular biology and genetics. Based on archival translations of an untapped seminar, this...

Socrates and the State by Richard Kraut offers a fresh perspective on Socrates' political philosophy in Plato's early dialogues. This thought-provoking work argues that Socrates' approach is more...

Turning On the Mind: French Philosophers on Television explores the enduring commitment to bringing philosophy to the French public through television. Since 1951, over 3,500 programs have aired,...

The Nisargadatta Gita is a profound introduction to the teachings of Sri Maharaj, offering a path to self-realization. This book is not meant to be devoured in one sitting, but rather savored and...

Sandra Laugier's Why We Need Ordinary Language Philosophy offers a fresh perspective on analytic philosophy, challenging the dominant view that it represents a unified and coherent advancement.The...

This provocative comparison between two influential thinkers challenges traditional notions of utopianism. Chris Matthew Sciabarra's analysis brings together the works of Karl Marx and F. A. Hayek,...

Brian Skyrms presents a set of influential essays that explore the nature of quantity, probability, coherence, and induction. This collection delves into topics such as tractarian nominalism,...

The Thoughtful Heart: The Metaphysics of John Henry Newman presents a readable version of Newman's Notebook on metaphysics, located in the cultural and intellectual context of his time. This book...

The theme of loneliness has been a dominant force in Western thought since ancient times. In this comprehensive exploration, philosopher Ben Lazare Mijuskovic delves into the nature of consciousness...

Without Animals Life Is Not Worth Living by Freya MathewsThis thought-provoking exploration of human-animal relationships presents a compelling case for the importance of animals in our lives...

Tradition as Challenge: Essays and Speeches by Josef Pieper explores the concept of tradition in a rapidly changing world. Pieper examines the values established throughout Western philosophy, from...

Fairness in Practice: A Social Contract for a Global Economy by Aaron James explores how to understand and achieve fairness in the global economy. The concept of fairness is closely tied to equity,...

Philosophies of Place: An Intercultural Conversation explores how human beings transform spaces into places that hold significance over time. This approach to understanding place diverges from...

Kant's famous principle that we must treat persons as ends in themselves and never merely as means is a central concept in ethics. Robert Audi explores this idea, examining what it means to treat...

Debating Education: A Market-Driven Approach to Policy Reform? This book presents two contrasting views on the role of markets in education policy reform. David Schmidtz argues that educational...

Thomas Aquinas and the Philosophy of Punishment explores how Thomas Aquinas's understandings of natural law and the common good apply to contemporary philosophical discussion of punitive justice.The...

Explanation and Understanding by G. H. Von Wright This influential work marks a significant shift in philosophical thought, moving away from positivism and towards a more nuanced understanding of...

Ecopolitics: Reassessing ecological thought in poststructuralist theory. The events of 1968 marked a significant turning point in the development of ecological awareness, yet this theme has received...

Walter Sinnott-Armstrong challenges the idea that atheism is incompatible with morality in this thought-provoking exploration. He argues that moral behavior can exist independently of religion and...

Political Pluralism, Disagreement and Justice: The Case for Polycentric Democracy explores how to organize society in a way that benefits everyone despite disagreements about facts and norms. The...

Thisness Presentism: An Essay on Time, Truth, and Ontology by David IngramA novel defence of presentism, this book outlines a dynamic and mutable view of reality that captures the real and objective...

Agency and Responsibility: Essays on the Metaphysics of Freedom by Laura Ekstrom is a comprehensive collection of influential essays on free will. The anthology explores metaphysical issues...

Philosophical Problems and Arguments: An Introduction provides a clear and reliable overview of central philosophical debates. With its logical structure and dialectical approach, this text is ideal...

The Alienated Subject On the Capacity to Hurt by James A. Tyner explores how alienation has become a pervasive concept in contemporary life under racial capitalism and white supremacy. This...

This collection explores the thought and legacy of Hugh J. Silverman, a philosopher who developed the concept of "the between" to think the postmodern in the space between philosophy and...

Becoming God: Transhumanism and the Quest for Cybernetic Immortality by David Herbert explores the philosophical roots of this emerging movement. The author delves into the evolution of transhumanist...

This collection of essays honours the work of Knud Haakonssen, a leading scholar who has explored the role of natural law in shaping doctrines of obligation and rights. The 13 new essays gathered...

The Healing Power of Love by Dr. Joseph Murphy explores the transformative potential of love in our lives. This spiritual guidebook offers practical advice and insights into how to cultivate love,...

The Determinate World: Kant and Helmholtz on the Physical Meaning of Geometry by David Hyder This book offers a new interpretation of Hermann von Helmholtz's work on the epistemology of geometry. A...

The Elemental Spirits of Nature by Rizzi A new interest in the "occult" forms of Life has emerged, driven by a desire to understand the deeper laws of Nature. However, this fascination is often mixed...

The Philosophy of War and Peace by Jenny Teichman explores the moral foundations of conflict and peace through historical and contemporary perspectives. This thought-provoking analysis examines how...

Pathways of Wisdom: Human Philosophies and the Purpose of God explores how different philosophical traditions have shaped human understanding over time.Maurice Sinclair examines key ideas from...

This book explores how participatory research can help overcome the challenges faced by traditional scientific approaches. Since Funtowicz and Ravetz proposed post-normal science, there has been...

Blind Evolution? challenges the dominant view of our universe as a place of blind indifference. Professor David Frost argues that recent scientific findings offer an alternative perspective, one that...

A Critical Introduction to Knowledge-How by J. Adam Carter and Ted Poston provides an in-depth exploration of the nature of knowledge-how, a topic that has sparked intense debate in contemporary...

Henri Atlan's Selected Writings brings together the major strands of his work in a comprehensive collection. A pioneer in theories of self-organization and complexity, Atlan has made significant...

Social Robotics and the Good Life: Exploring Human-Robot Emotional Bonds By Janina Loh and Wulf Loh As robots become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, particularly in elder care,...

Phoenix Zones: Where Strength Is Born and Resilience Lives by Ferdowsian MD, HopeThis book explores how trauma affects all beings, from humans to animals, and how we can learn from their experiences...

Robert Kirk explores the nature of consciousness in "Raw Feeling: A Philosophical Account of the Essence of Consciousness".The relationship between our physical bodies and conscious experience has...

Arthur Schopenhauer's philosophical essays explore a pessimistic yet lucid worldview. According to his thought, the world is an expression and effect of the will, an absolute substance underlying all...

Finitude: The Psychology of Self and Time by Philippe Rochat explores how we make sense of time in our lives. It argues that finitude and separation form the human self-conscious reality of time,...

This new ontology forms the groundwork for ethical practices of resistance. Chris Henry brings together the work of Althusser, Badiou and Deleuze to offer a fresh idea of political practice.Henry...

Right and Wrong: A Practical Introduction to Ethics is an accessible guide to the major traditions in western philosophical ethics. Written in a lively style, it introduces students to teleological...

The Ethics of War and the Force of Law: A Modern Just War Theory by Uwe Steinhoff provides a comprehensive critical overview of the current debate on the ethics of war. This book offers a fresh...

The Existence of the World: An Introduction to Ontology by Reinhardt Grossmann explores the fundamental question of existence and how it is understood in different philosophical traditions. The...

Eliezer Eilburg: The Ten Questions and Memoir of a Renaissance Jewish Skeptic is a unique and thought-provoking work by Eliezer Eilburg, a Jewish rationalist skeptic, kabbalist, and memoirist. This...

Giving Now: Accelerating Human Rights for All by Patricia IllingworthPhilanthropy is often seen as a force for good, but it can also perpetuate inequality and social injustice. In this book, Patricia...

As the seasons change, Miki Sakamoto reflects on the mysteries of her garden. From the blooming of primulas in snow to the secrets of tree communication, she shares her observations on cultivating...

C.S. Lewis: A Philosophical Perspective explores the lesser-known roots of one of the 20th century's most influential writers. This book delves into Lewis's philosophical thought and its connection...

The Tao Te Ching is an ancient Chinese text that has had a profound impact on philosophy, religion, and mysticism. Its 81 poems offer a message of living simply, finding contentment with minimal...

Gandhi and non-violence are two concepts that have become deeply intertwined. However, it is essential to examine the nature of Gandhi's definition of ahimsa, which was central to his life and...

The relationship between the soul and the body was a contentious debate among philosophers and theologians in late antiquity. This collection of essays brings together philosophical and religious...

Introducing Recipes for Science: An Introduction to Scientific Methods and Reasoning. This accessible textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the nature of science and scientific methods,...