Philosophy

The Problems of Philosophy by Bertrand Russell explores fundamental questions about knowledge and reality. This collection of essays focuses on topics such as theory of knowledge, where Russell...

Paternalism Theory and Practice by Christian Coons and Michael Weber explores the complex issue of interference with individual liberty or autonomy in order to promote their good or prevent harm...

Prolegomena to Charity explores the paradoxical reasons of love through seven essays that draw from various disciplines. Jean-Luc Marion examines metaphysics, phenomenology, literature,...

Herman Melville's writing has long been rich with philosophical ideas, yet there is relatively little written about what makes his work philosophically significant. This collection of essays...

Paul Ernst's thought-provoking work explores the ultimate decision we all face: what happens after death. In this book, he presents a compelling case for considering alternative perspectives beyond...

Confucian Reflections: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times explores the enduring relevance of the Analects, an ancient Chinese text attributed to Kongzi. Philip J. Ivanhoe argues that its insights remain...

Aquinas on Efficient Causation and Causal Powers by Gloria Frost is a comprehensive exploration of Thomas Aquinas's theories on efficient causation and causal powers. Frost delves into natural causal...

What Philosophers Know: Case Studies in Recent Analytic Philosophy by Gary Gutting explores the idea that philosophy has not delivered on its promise to settle major moral and religious questions...

Buddhism provides a profound understanding of the human experience and offers practical guidance for achieving inner peace and happiness. This beginner's guide explores the core principles of...

Maximize Your Productivity with Stoicism is a straightforward guide to applying the principles of Stoicism to everyday life. This philosophy has been used by influential leaders such as George...

Husserl and the Promise of Time Subjectivity in Transcendental Phenomenology by Nicolas de WarrenThis book provides an extensive treatment of Husserl's phenomenology of time-consciousness, exploring...

Aristotle's Politics explores the nature of communities and states, arguing that all human societies are established with a view to achieving some good. In this treatise, Aristotle examines the ideal...

Laughter: An Essay on the Meaning of the Comic explores how laughter arises from our human experience. Bergson argues that laughter is a response to the mechanistic nature of humans, highlighting the...

George Berkeley's philosophy offers a unique perspective on the nature of reality. This clear and concise introduction explores his most important works, including those on vision, metaphysics,...

This collection of fifteen articles explores the concept of friendship from a philosophical perspective. Divided into three sections, it examines the nature of friendship, its moral significance, and...

No Other to Each Other by Wu Hsin is a philosophical exploration that seeks to reconcile two seemingly opposing concepts: the transcendent and the immanent. By clarifying their relationship, Wu Hsin...

The Genteel Tradition: Nine Essays by George Santayana George Santayana's essays offer a unique perspective on American culture, shaped by his European spirit and sharp detachment. Written between...

Nancy and Blanchot: A Serious Controversy explores the concept of community in philosophy and its implications for politics. In the 1980s, Jean-Luc Nancy and Maurice Blanchot both rethought the...

The Oil and the Lamp: A Triptych of Essays This collection of three essays explores the intersection of philosophy and spirituality. "The Midwife" introduces the concept of "sacred obstetrics," or...

This seminal work by Karl Jaspers explores the contemporary state and nature of mankind, offering a detailed philosophical examination of various topics related to human existence. First published in...

Proclus's Commentary on Plato's Republic contains two essays that provide a systematic analysis of Homer's polysemous text. In defending Homer against criticism, Proclus offers a rich selection of...

The Making of a Confederate: Walter Lenoir's Civil War By William L. Barney This book explores the origins of southern white identity and the complexities embedded in that history through the life...

Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard's 1843 book Fear and Trembling is a seminal work that showcases his unique approach to philosophy. Kierkegaard, writing under the pseudonym "John the Silent,"...

Explore the rich and diverse world of Eastern thought with this comprehensive collection of key readings.Through extracts from primary and secondary sources, including cornerstone texts like the...

Epistemic Autonomy: A New Frontier in EpistemologyThis groundbreaking book is the first to dedicate itself to the topic of epistemic autonomy, featuring original essays from leading scholars that...

Plotinus on the Soul offers a sophisticated Platonist theory of the soul in antiquity. This study explores Plotinus' psychology and its innovative interpretation of Plato's Timaeus.The notion of the...

Thinking in Film: The Politics of Video Art Installation According to Eija-Liisa Ahtila by Mieke Bal explores the intersection of artistic practice and theoretical understanding through the video...

The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Race offers a comprehensive exploration of the concept of race and its significance in contemporary philosophy. Written by leading analytic and continental...

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is a foundational work in Western philosophy, first written over two millennia ago. In this comprehensive analysis, Giovanni Gellera explores Aristotle's exploration of...

Swamini Krishnamrita Prana's latest work invites readers to explore the depths of love and its transformative power.Like the ocean's waves, our thoughts and emotions are constantly in motion. Yet...

The Construction of Logical Space by Agustín RayoThis book explores how our understanding of logical space is shaped by our acceptance or rejection of "just is"-statements, which assert that certain...

Change your life with this practical guide to reprogramming your subconscious mind. Pat Kammer's 5 Steps to Reprogramming Your Subconscious offers a straightforward approach to overcoming fear, drama...

Charles Taylor's philosophy has been subject to various interpretations and criticisms. This book provides a comprehensive critical account of his work, engaging with secondary literature and...

A new theory on free will challenges our understanding of human nature. Ahmad Safavy proposes that our thoughts and actions may be determined by a complex dance of cause-and-effect, starting from the...

John Stuart Mill's political thought has long been a cornerstone of liberal philosophy, yet its scope extends far beyond individual liberty. This reassessment of his work offers a nuanced exploration...

Janet Donohoe's Place and Phenomenology explores the intersection of place and phenomenological thought, bringing together prominent scholars to examine the significance of phenomenology for our...

This book explores the concept of the soul, giving it practical meaning and essential understanding. Eugen Rosenstock-Huessy argues that the individual soul is real for healthy human beings and...

Can't We Make Moral Judgements? by Mary MidgelyThis book explores the idea that we no longer need to make moral judgements, and how this view affects our attitudes towards law, institutions, and...

Kohelet: A New Translation and Commentary by Martin Sicker offers a fresh perspective on this enigmatic biblical work. Traditionally, commentators have approached Kohelet as a series of non-literal...

Birth, Death, and Femininity: Philosophies of Embodiment By Sara Heinämaa Issues surrounding birth and death have been central to Western philosophy, shaping individual existence. This collection of...

Thomas Hobbes was one of the most influential philosophers of the seventeenth century. This introduction to his work covers all key concepts, providing an accessible overview of his ideas. Hobbes's...

Imagination in Kant's Critique of Practical Reason by Bernard Freydberg A close reading of Kant's second critique reveals imagination as both its central force and the bridge that links his three...

Without Offending Humans: A Critique of Animal Rights by Elisabeth de FontenayThis thought-provoking work explores the complex relationship between humans and animals, challenging prevailing...

Heidegger's Possibility Language, Emergence - Saying Be-ing by Kenneth Maly is a thought-provoking study that delves into the philosophical dimensions of Martin Heidegger's Contributions to...

This 1935 title provides an in-depth exploration of Florentine Neoplatonism, tracing its development and influence on art and literature from Lorenzo de' Medici to the middle of the sixteenth century...

The Garuda Purana Jnana Yogi Version offers a unique perspective on karma and rebirth theories. This ancient Indian text has been interpreted in various ways over time, but this version aims to...

Blame is often overlooked in favour of more popular notions like responsibility and punishment. However, this book argues that blame has an important place in moral philosophy. At its core, blame is...

Discover your true magical s'elf with this unique choose your own adventure book. The Elven Tree of Life Eternal guides you through a journey to understand your place among the magical folk, from...

The New Hume Debate: Revised Edition by Rupert Read and Kenneth Richman For decades, scholars have debated David Hume's views on causes and objects. However, recent interpretations have challenged...

The Inhuman Reflections on Time by Jean-François Lyotard In this thought-provoking study, Jean-François Lyotard explores the phenomenon of postmodernity, examining the work of influential...

Christo-Fiction: The Ruins of Athens and Jerusalem by François Laruelle and Robin Mackay is a groundbreaking work that challenges traditional notions of philosophy, religion, and science. Laruelle's...

A collection of essays exploring the thought of Michael Oakeshott's conservatism, this book brings together established and emerging voices to examine the meaning of his ideas through various lenses...

Latin American and Latinx Philosophy: A Collaborative Introduction provides an accessible introduction to canonical texts in Latin American and Latinx philosophy. Written for those new to the...

The Ethics of Sport: What Everyone Needs to Know Robert L. Simon explores the complex and often conflicting values at play in sports, from the virtues of teamwork and perseverance to the darker side...

Kant's Theory of Biology presents fifteen essays by leading scholars exploring the intersection of Kant's philosophy and biology. This collection delves into topics such as historical biological...

Gramsci and Educational Thought explores the significant influence of Antonio Gramsci's ideas on education and social theory. This collection of writings from international scholars provides a broad...

The Sovereignty of Reason: A Survey of the Rule of Faith Controversy in Seventeenth-Century England By Frederick C. Beiser, Princeton University Press, 2014. This book explores the development of...

New Waves in Ethics by T. Brooks explores the latest developments in ethics through essays covering metaethics, normative ethics, applied ethics, and political philosophy. Perspectives from various...

Representative Men In the Light of Anthroposophy explores the lives and struggles of individuals who embody various aspects of human nature and striving. Through their stories, the author sheds light...

The Lyotard Reader and Guide provides a comprehensive introduction to Jean-François Lyotard's thought, covering his key works from Discours, figure to Libidinal Economy and The Differend, as well as...

Aristotle's Ethics Reconsidered Kevin L. Flannery, SJ explores the complexities of human behavior in this comprehensive analysis of Aristotle's ethics. Drawing on passages from his logical works and...

Sufism - The Living Tradition: Sufi Epistemology Encounters Modernity in the Tariqa of Shaykh 'Abd Al-Qadir Al-Sufi by Riyad Asvat. This book offers a unique blend of traditional and modern...

The Heart Sutra Explained: Uncovering the Meaning Behind Buddhist Scripture. This book offers new insights into one of Buddhism's most famous scriptures, the Heart Sutra. Donald S. Lopez draws on...

Proclus' Commentary on Plato's Timaeus is a seminal work of Neoplatonic interpretation, offering profound insights into eight centuries of Platonic thought. This edition presents a new English...

The Limits of Loyalty by Simon Keller explores the complexities of loyalty and its relationship with morality. In this thought-provoking work, Keller examines the various forms of loyalty, including...

The Primordial Laws of Creation: Keys to Joyous Achievement of Life's Purposes by Stephen M. Lampe. This book explores the fundamental laws that govern creation and the world, offering insights into...

Diotima at the Barricades explores the complex exchanges between feminist intellectual life in post-modern France and the interpretation of ancient texts in Western philosophy. Paul Allen Miller...

Identities and Freedom: Feminist Theory Between Power and ConnectionAllison Weir rethinks conceptions of individual and collective identities in relation to freedom, drawing on key thinkers such as...

Foucault's Strange Eros by Lynne Huffer is a deeply original exploration of the philosopher Michel Foucault's erotic ethics. Huffer reimagines Foucault as a Sapphic poet, uncovering how his thought...

Humanism and Theology (Aquinas Lecture 7) by Werner Wilhelm Jaeger is a philosophical work published in 1943. This edition features 96 pages bound in hardcover. The book has been used and may show...

Chinese Zen: A Path to Peace and Happiness This book explores how Chinese Zen Buddhism can help individuals achieve happiness and spiritual stability through a profound moment of enlightenment. By...

Wittgenstein, Concept Possession and Philosophy: A Dialogue A Socratic dialogue exploring Wittgenstein's philosophy and its most crucial regions. This book offers an advanced introduction to...

The Logic of Gilles Deleuze: Basic Principles by Corry Shores explores the philosophical and logical underpinnings of French philosopher Gilles Deleuze's thought. Deleuze's logic is distinct from...

Leibniz's Discourse on Metaphysics explores the fundamental nature of reality and knowledge. The author seeks to uncover universal truths that underlie various philosophical schools, aiming to bring...

Mainstream and Formal Epistemology brings together two distinct approaches to understanding knowledge, providing a systematic comparison of their strengths and weaknesses. Vincent F. Hendricks'...

This book explores the concept of the unconscious from three distinct perspectives: philosophy, clinical psychology, and personal mental health. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the...

Athens and Jerusalem explores the relationship between philosophy and theology, arguing that they are not mutually exclusive. David Novak, a leading philosopher in Jewish ethics and interfaith...

John Buridan's Sophismata Chapter Eight explores problems about self-reference and semantic paradoxes. This edition provides a translation, introduction, and philosophical commentary to make...

The origin of evil has long been a subject of mystery and debate. This book offers a unique perspective on the nature of evil, revealing its roots in a state of consciousness that became embodied by...

Our Many Selves: A Practical Approach to Yogic PsychologyThis thought-provoking book explores the complexities of human psychology, revealing that our nature is composed of multiple interconnected...

Plato's Phaedo presents two distinct concepts of the soul, which this book explores in depth. Through close textual analysis, the author reveals how these concepts are interrelated and shed new light...

Exploring the complex history of love and desire in Western culture, this book examines how discourses of love have intersected with social and cultural trends, as well as personal experiences. From...

Wisdom in Love: Kierkegaard and the Ancient Quest for Emotional Integrity by Rick Anthony Furtak explores the relationship between reason and emotion, challenging the conventional view that they are...

This study explores the nature and conditions of historical knowledge through an examination of Hume, Hegel, and Vico's theories. It is commonly assumed that establishing historical facts requires a...

Hermias: On Plato Phaedrus 227A-245E by Hermeias (of Alexandria) This commentary records Hermias' seminar on Plato's Phaedrus, one of the world's most influential discussions of erotic beauty and...

Heidegger and the Problem of Consciousness by Nancy J. Holland explores the fundamental question of human consciousness, challenging traditional views that define it as an overarching phenomenon or...

Thinking the Event by François Raffoul This philosophical inquiry explores what constitutes an event as event, its very eventfulness. Raffoul examines how the event breaks the demands of rational...

Kant's central argument for morality is rooted in reason itself. He posits that pure practical reason underlies moral principles, rather than prudential reasoning about means to achieve specific ends...

A Mystic Life by Michael Speight explores the author's personal journey into mysticism and spirituality. This thought-provoking book offers insights into the author's experiences and reflections on...

The Great Legal Philosophers: Selected Readings in JurisprudenceThis collection brings together key writings from the greatest legal philosophers throughout history, offering a comprehensive...

Pieter Duvenage's study of Habermas's work on aesthetics offers a fresh perspective on the philosopher's entire theoretical enterprise. By examining two distinct phases in Habermas's intellectual...

The Gettier Problem has been at the heart of epistemological debates for over fifty years. In 1963, Edmund Gettier's paper presented a powerful challenge to the traditional view that knowledge is...

Nietzsche and the Problem of Subjectivity is a collection of 26 articles by leading scholars exploring the philosopher's critique of modern subjectivity. Nietzsche's ideas on this topic are often...

Debating Gun Control: How Much Regulation Do We Need? The debate over gun control in the United States is complex and contentious. On one hand, the country has some of the highest rates of private...

A philosophical journey into anxiety, A Danger Which We Do Not Know explores how philosophy and anxiety are intertwined. David Rondel examines how anxiety can prompt us to reflect on fundamental...

This collection of eleven articles and book chapters explores various metaphysical themes in Thomas Aquinas's thought. Written by John Wippel, these essays offer a range of perspectives on key topics...

The Varieties of Religious Experience: A Study in Human Nature is a seminal work by Harvard University psychologist and philosopher William James. Delivered as Gifford Lectures at the University of...

Decide - Choose Your Own Path: A Guide to Making Effective and Empowered Decisions Are you tired of living for others and wanting to make choices that truly reflect your own desires? This book offers...

Priscian: Answers to King Khosroes of Persia is a translation of the philosophical work by Priscian of Lydia, who sought refuge in 531 AD with King Khosroes I of Persia. This unique record of their...

Dante and Philosophy by Etienne Gilson is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between literature and philosophy. First published in 1941, this work examines the relationship between...