Philosophy

This comprehensive introduction to the philosophy of Western music explores the artistic medium and its value. Andrew Kania examines the sources of musical value, including emotional power, form, and...

Klossowski's Semiotic of Intensity Time, Language and the Vicious Circle by Conor Husbands is an in-depth analysis of Klossowski's philosophical work, focusing on his semiotic of intensity as a...

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a powerful guide to living a better life. Written over 1,800 years ago, this influential work remains a source of wisdom and practical advice for navigating the...

The Normal and the Pathological by Georges Canguilhem In 19th-century biology, a fundamental shift occurred that redefined health and disease. This sudden emergence of biology as a science is...

Philosophy Bites Back brings together lively conversations with leading philosophers to explore the ideas and works of influential thinkers throughout history.The book spans over two and a half...

Al-Ghazali's Moderation in Belief is a profound work of philosophical theology that has shaped Islamic intellectual tradition for centuries. This new annotated translation by Aladdin M. Yaqub offers...

Epictetus' Discourses as Reported by Arrian and Fragments presents the teachings of a Stoic philosopher who rose from slavery to become a renowned teacher. Born in Phrygia, Epictetus was freed after...

Patience: The Art of Peaceful Living by Allan Lokos offers a life-changing guide to cultivating greater patience in one's life. Drawing on his years as a Buddhist practitioner and spiritual teacher,...

Football is often seen as a unifying force, yet it also reveals deep divisions and contradictions. Philosopher Simon Critchley explores these complexities in his thought-provoking exploration of...

This introduction to logical reasoning provides a clear and self-contained guide to understanding how logical arguments work. With no prior mathematical knowledge required, this book is an ideal...

Carl Schmitt and Leo Strauss: A Hidden Dialogue The relationship between Carl Schmitt and Leo Strauss is one of the most fascinating in modern philosophy. In his influential work, The Concept of the...

Losing Moses on the Freeway: A Call to Live by the 10 Commandments in Modern Life. In this thought-provoking work, Chris Hedges explores the relevance of the 10 Commandments in contemporary society...

Critical Thinking: The Basics provides an accessible introduction to the field of critical thinking, drawing on philosophy, communication, and psychology. This book introduces and explains the...

Buddhist Philosophy: Essential Readings provides a comprehensive introduction to the diverse and complex Buddhist philosophical tradition. This collection brings together important texts from each...

German Philosophy 1760-1860: A Legacy of Idealism The second half of the eighteenth century saw German philosophy dominate European thought, profoundly influencing how people conceived of themselves...

Beast and Man: The Roots of Human Nature by Mary MidgleyThis thought-provoking work challenges traditional views of human nature, instead highlighting the continuities between humans and other...

This study offers an original and challenging examination of Marx's relationship with the visual arts, aesthetic theories, and art policies in 19th-century Europe. Margaret A. Rose explores Marx's...

Lorna Finlayson's thought-provoking book challenges the notion that political philosophy is inherently neutral. By examining specific debates and arguments, Finlayson reveals how certain...

Philosophy: The Essential Study Guide provides a clear and concise introduction to the skills needed to study philosophy. Nigel Warburton offers practical guidance to help students make effective use...

Maurice Merleau-Ponty was a 20th-century philosopher whose ideas have had a profound impact on our understanding of perception and the human experience. This comprehensive introduction to his...

Terry Eagleton's On Evil is a thought-provoking exploration of one of humanity's most enduring and complex concepts. Drawing on literary, theological, and psychoanalytic sources, the author presents...

Death by Todd May explores the complex relationship between life and death. The author considers two divergent perspectives on mortality: one that views death as not an evil, and another that sees it...

The New Way of the World: On Neoliberal Society by Pierre Dardot and Christian Laval offers a critical examination of neoliberalism's economic agenda, political imposition, and mystifying techniques...

The Idea of a Social Science and Its Relation to Philosophy by Peter WinchFirst published in 1958, this influential work remains relevant today as it explores the foundations of the social sciences...

Thinking Without a Banister: Essays in Understanding 1953-1975 by Hannah Arendt. Hannah Arendt's life spanned the tumultuous years of the twentieth century, and her thought was shaped by this era. A...

Focus on What Matters: A Collection of Stoic Letters on Living Well In today's chaotic world, finding inner peace and happiness can be a daunting task. However, this timeless issue has been a...

Object-Oriented Philosophy: A Critical Examination Peter Wolfendale offers a clear and rigorous exploration of Object-Oriented Philosophy, moving beyond its popular claims to examine its roots in...

Alain de Botton explores the complexities of modern sexuality in this thought-provoking guide to thinking more deeply about sex.De Botton tackles topics such as lust, fetishism, adultery and...

The Murder of Professor Schlick: The Rise and Fall of the Vienna Circle by David Edmonds. In 1936, the life of Moritz Schlick, a prominent figure in the University of Vienna's philosophical...

The Wisdom of Yoga: A Seeker's Guide to Extraordinary LivingA modern spiritual guide to the ancient teachings of yoga wisdom, exploring the root causes of suffering and how to achieve freedom and...

The Nicomachean Ethics (Royal Collector's Edition) is widely regarded as one of the most important historical philosophical works. Aristotle's exploration of how men should best live has had a...

Julian West's journey through time takes him from 1887 to 2000, a century and a half that transforms America into a rigorously centralized democratic society. In this vision of the future,...

Stranger Things and Philosophy Thus Spake the Demogorgon explores the complex world of this critically acclaimed television show through a philosophical lens. The series' thought-provoking mythos,...

Facing Evil and the Guardian Speaks: Esoteric Lessons of the First Class by Peter Selg In this thought-provoking work, Peter Selg explores one of humanity's most profound challenges: confronting evil...

Federico Campagna explores the twilight of our contemporary notion of reality and the fading of the cosmological story that belonged to Westernised Modernity. As we face the challenge of leaving a...

The Republic by Plató This influential philosophical work explores fundamental questions about justice, happiness, and the ideal society. Through a series of thought-provoking dialogues, Plato...

The Antinomies of Realism by Fredric Jameson is a comprehensive history of the nineteenth-century realist novel and its enduring legacy. This work examines the social and historical preconditions for...

Plato and a Platypus Walk into a Bar ... is a humorous philosophy course that explores the great thinkers and traditions in an entertaining way. Thomas Cathcart and Daniel Klein, two born...

The Phenomenological Mind by Shaun Gallagher and Dan Zahavi is a comprehensive exploration of fundamental questions about the mind from a phenomenological perspective. This highly regarded book...

Everything You Believe Is Wrong challenges the assumptions of many educated individuals. The author presents arguments that contradict widely held beliefs about science, morality, and democracy.The...

Discover wisdom from four millennia of history in this unique collection of lives and maxims. Sage Advice brings together eighteen sages from around the globe, each selected for their significant...

Peter Sloterdijk's second volume in his Spheres trilogy offers a profound exploration of globalization and its philosophical foundations. The author examines how our understanding of the world has...

The Ultimate South Park and Philosophy: Respect My Philosophah! presents a unique blend of philosophical reflections and irreverent humor from one of television's most subversive shows. This book...

Everything and Nothing explores a fundamental question: can reality be part of itself? Markus Gabriel and Graham Priest present opposing views on this issue, sparking a debate about the nature of...

Douglas Harding's search for identity began as a young man, leading him to question everything he had been told about himself. He embarked on a journey to discover his true nature, and in doing so,...

Expressivism, Pragmatism and Representationalism explores the intersection of philosophical traditions in the areas of language, metaphysics, and mind-body relations. Huw Price presents his...

Great Ideas of the Abuse of Words by John LockeA collection of writings that have shaped Western thought and continue to influence our understanding of language, perception, truth, and ideas.These...

The Obligated Self: Maternal Subjectivity and Jewish Thought by Mara H. Benjamin This book explores the profound impact of caring for children on our understanding of power, love, vulnerability, and...

The Green Light: A Self-Critique of the Ecological Movement by Bernard Charbonneau offers a profound exploration of the roots of environmental philosophy and the Anthropocene. This thought-provoking...

Hannah Arendt's Essays in Understanding brings together some of her most significant writings from the 1930s to the 1950s. This collection offers insight into her intellectual pursuits, as she sought...

Demonology and Devil-Lore by Moncure Daniel Conway is a comprehensive exploration of the subject. First published in 1899, this work has been republished to make its knowledge accessible once again...

The Intimate Way of Zen Effort, Surrender, and Awakening on the Spiritual Journey by James Ishmael Ford explores the stages of spiritual development through a journey of life's mysteries. Drawing...

William Martin's 20th Anniversary Edition of the Tao Te Ching offers a powerful and poignant interpretation of Lao Tzu's ancient wisdom. Written specifically for those coming into their fullness,...

On Life and DeathA collection of philosophical dialogues by Marcus Tullius Cicero, exploring everyday problems such as ethics in business, grief, and the challenges of old age.Written to his friends...

A new translation of Aristotle's De Caelo (On the Heavens) is now available, offering Anglophone readers a fresh perspective on this foundational philosophical text. This volume fits seamlessly into...

The Philosophy of Movement: An Introduction by Thomas NailA comprehensive argument for how motion is the primary force in human and natural history, this book critiques the bias toward stasis at the...

The Politics of Aesthetics by Jacques Rancière explores the intricate connection between art and politics. By examining the shared boundaries that define both, Rancière reveals how "aesthetics" can...

New Radical Enlightenment Philosophy for a Common World by Marina Garces A new perspective is needed to address the challenges facing our world today. This book offers a fresh approach to philosophy,...

Søren Kierkegaard's life was marked by intense passion and intellectual curiosity. This biography explores how he grappled with fundamental questions about existence, humanity, and faith, producing...

The history of faith in Western societies has been shaped by more than just intellectual revolutions. Alec Ryrie's new book, Unbelievers, explores how ordinary people's feelings and experiences have...

The Han Fei Tzu represents a key philosophy in ancient China, focusing on the preservation and strengthening of the state. Written by a prominent figure from this school, his teachings remain...

This comprehensive reference text explores the philosophical orientation of Major Clifford Hugh Douglas, providing a detailed reconstruction of his key contributions to social philosophy. By...

Hardcover - 256 pages (2024) A new history of wealth in the West challenges conventional wisdom about the relationship between capitalism and inequality. Daniel Waldenström presents cutting-edge...

Alenka Zupančič explores the complex relationship between sexuality and knowledge in this thought-provoking volume. By examining the intersection of ontology and epistemology, she reveals how...

The Philosophy of Care by Boris Groys explores the complex relationship between care and creativity in our society. Our culture often prioritises creative expression over care for the body,...

On Madness: Understanding the Psychotic MindThis groundbreaking work offers a profound alternative to traditional approaches to understanding psychosis. By combining patient memoir,...

Pragmatism: A Reader is an invaluable collection of texts that explores the roots of American culture. Spanning over 560 pages, this paperback edition brings together key works by prominent thinkers...

Against the Vortex: Uncovering Degrowth Utopias in Zardoz and Beyond Anthony Galluzzo explores the intersection of art, science, and politics in the 1970s, using the iconic film Zardoz as a catalyst...

Liberalism and Social Action by John Dewey is an accessible exploration of liberal thought from its historical roots to its relevance in today's world. Dewey examines how early forms of liberalism...

Thinking is trouble. Most of us don't want to think, writes American essayist Alan Jacobs. Our habits of consuming information leave us lost in the echo chamber of social media, where speed and...

The Manhattan Project A Theory of a City by David Kishik is a thought-provoking study that reimagines Walter Benjamin's Arcades Project as a sequel. Dedicated to New York City, the book presents an...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations is widely regarded as one of the most important philosophical works of the twentieth century. This new edition, featuring significant editorial...

Bertrand Russell's What I Believe is a provocative and thought-provoking essay that challenges conventional wisdom on morality, politics, and society. First published in 1925, this work remains a...

Michael Polanyi's essays explore the nature of knowledge and its relationship to truth. He argues that our understanding is rooted in a process of recognition, which involves groping for clues and...

Bishop Berkeley's seminal work presents a radical challenge to traditional notions of reality. In The Principles of Human Knowledge, he argues that material objects exist only insofar as they are...

Discover the Power of Love Attraction and Transform Your Relationships. Elena G. Rivers shares powerful Law of Attraction techniques to help you attract the right kind of relationships, improve your...

Peter Sloterdijk's final volume in his celebrated Spheres trilogy presents a philosophical theory of our contemporary era, offering a view of life through a multifocal lens. In "Foams", Sloterdijk...

David R. Loy explores the concept of nonduality in this insightful analysis of philosophies from Hindu Vedanta, Mahayana Buddhism, and Taoism. Nonduality is at the heart of Mahayana Buddhism, yet its...

Learning Logic by William Lane Craig is an illustrated textbook that introduces children to the basic rules of logic. This accessible guide makes complex concepts easy to understand, using clear...

This book explores the complex relationship between humans and dogs, focusing on the challenges of caring for a neurotic canine companion. Written by Stephen Baker and Eric Illus Gurney, it offers...

Jordan Peterson's ideas have sparked intense debate and discussion. This book delves into his answers to fundamental questions about human nature, knowledge, morality, and society. Marc Champagne...

Free Will: The Basics by Meghan Griffith provides a clear and accessible introduction to this important philosophical problem. The debate over human free will has long been contentious, with...

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...

A New Statesman Book of the Year 2020. This gripping and grim exploration of our greatest fears is both witty and unputdownable. Bradley Garrett delves into the global movement of 'prepping' for...

The Dao De Jing: A Qigong Interpretation offers a unique and in-depth exploration of one of the world's most enduring literary works. This comprehensive critical edition examines the timeless art of...

The Ethics of Privacy and Surveillance by Carissa Véliz is a philosophical exploration of one of the most pressing issues of our time. As surveillance technologies become increasingly prevalent, it's...

Judith Butler explores how our understanding of value and the world is shaped by global crises such as pandemics, climate change, and inequality. She argues that a common world requires a fundamental...

The Ethics Toolkit: A Compendium of Ethical Concepts and MethodsThis comprehensive guide provides an engaging introduction to the core concepts, principles, and methods of contemporary ethics. It...