Philosophy

The Routledge Guidebook to Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra provides an engaging introduction to one of the most influential and enigmatic philosophical texts of the nineteenth century. This work...

Dear Fellow Time-Binder: Letters on General Semantics by Christopher W. Mayer is a collection of personal letters that distill key ideas in general semantics into concise and accessible summaries...

Insides and Outsides brings together diverse perspectives on animate nature, showcasing how scientific understandings can complement philosophical insights. This interdisciplinary approach explores...

Unprincipled Virtue: An Inquiry into Moral Agency challenges traditional views of rationality in ethics and action theory. Nomy Arpaly argues that our actions are often guided by unconscious...

The 99 Degrees of Freemasonry by Henning A. Klövekorn is an in-depth analysis of the philosophies and symbolism of Freemasonry and related orders. This third edition explores the history of fraternal...

Lucretius III: A History of Motion by Thomas Nail explores the concept of history in terms of motion, rather than time. This unique perspective is central to Lucretius' philosophy, as outlined in his...

The OCR Philosophy of Religion for AS and A2 textbook provides comprehensive coverage of the subject matter, structured around the specification. This edition offers an updated and student-friendly...

Public Philosophy: Essays on Morality in Politics by Michael J. Sandel explores some of the most contentious moral and political issues of our time, including affirmative action, assisted suicide,...

Althusser, The Infinite Farewell by Emilio de Ípola explores two distinct projects in Althusser's oeuvre. By examining his lesser-known writings alongside canonical texts like For Marx and Reading...

Deontology is a theory about how we should act, morally speaking. It explores various approaches to ethics and moral philosophy.The Element examines different versions of deontology, including the...

Apocalyptic futures surround us in our media and popular culture. Yet, award-winning writer Hedley Twidle sets out to find utopia amidst dystopian possibilities. In this thought-provoking collection...

Hume's Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding is a foundational text in philosophical thought. This guide provides context and clarity to understanding its key themes and reception.Alan Bailey and...

Lust: A Philosophical Exploration. Simon Blackburn examines lust as a complex and multifaceted concept, drawing on insights from some of the world's greatest thinkers on sex, human nature, and...

Formal languages are often viewed as mathematical objects that offer precision and technical complexity in logical investigations. However, this narrow focus overlooks the broader impact of formal...

Jesus and Lao Tzu: A Surprising Parallel. This book presents a unique comparison between the New Testament and the Tao Te Ching, revealing over 90 parallel sayings that highlight the shared spiritual...

Spinoza's Ethics has been a source of fascination for philosophers and scholars since its publication in 1677. This comprehensive guide provides an accessible exposition of the work, exploring its...

Plato's Podcasts: A witty and inspiring take on modern living. In this engaging book, Mark Vernon explores how ancient philosophers' thoughts can inform our 21st-century existence. From the...

Experiments in Living Together: How Democracy Drives Social Progress by Michael FuersteinThis thought-provoking book explores the relationship between democracy and social progress, arguing that...

The Theravada Abhidhamma Its Inquiry Into the Nature of Conditioned Reality by Y. Karunadasa is a clear and concise explanation of the fundamental principles of Buddhist thought. This volume delves...

Rome: A foundational exploration of society, knowledge and culture. Michel Serres' first book in his 'foundations trilogy' examines the roots of scientific knowledge and sets out to urge us against...

Signs of Reincarnation provides a comprehensive exploration of the belief in reincarnation and the evidence for past lives. Drawing on historical records, anthropological studies, and contemporary...

This study uses techniques from economics to illuminate fundamental questions in ethics, particularly in the foundations of utilitarianism. Topics considered include the nature of teleological...

Derrida's 'Writing and Difference' A Reader's Guide by Sarah Wood is an ideal introduction to one of Jacques Derrida's most widely read and studied books. This collection of essays explores the...

A Social Ontology by David Weissman explores the nature of reality and our understanding of it. The author argues that all of existence is social, and that every particular is part of a system...

The Fifth Corner of Four: An Essay on Buddhist Metaphysics and the CatuṣkoṭiGraham Priest explores Buddhist metaphysics through the lens of the catuskoti, a logical principle that challenges...

Critical thinking has never been more crucial. This accessible guide provides the tools to question and challenge the discourse that surrounds us, from media to everyday conversation. It offers a...

Socrates: A Guide for the Perplexed by Sara Ahbel-Rappe provides an accessible introduction to the philosophical thought of Socrates. Drawing on various sources, this book explores the main themes...

Quintessence brings together some of the most influential essays by Willard Van Orman Quine, a philosopher who played a significant role in shaping analytic philosophy.These thirty-five selections...

Crime and Culpability: A Theory of Criminal Law by Larry Alexander and Kimberly Kessler Ferzan presents a comprehensive overview of how the criminal law should be organized around the principle that...

William Kingdon Clifford's influential treatise is joined by William James' spirited response in this compact edition. This collection brings together two seminal essays that sparked a famous...

A Lot of People Are Saying: The New Conspiracism and the Assault on Democracy by Nancy L. Rosenblum and Russell Muirhead explores how conspiracy theories have evolved to undermine democracy. The...

The Philosophy of Symbolic Forms Volume 2: Mythical Thought by Ernst Cassirer This second volume in Cassirer's monumental work explores the realm of mythical thought, delving into its significance...

The idea of progress has become a contentious concept in modern discourse. Yet, it is rooted in a fundamental human impulse that drives our ability to plan for the future and define ourselves. Aldo...

This systematic study of human sexuality explores the nature and moral significance of sex, examining key conceptions and major issues in sexual morality. The book is divided into two parts: an...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's diary entries from 1930-1932 and 1936-1937 offer a unique insight into his philosophical practice. This private writing reveals Wittgenstein's inner struggles, including his...

Songs Of Malantor: A Galactic Perspective on Transformation and Growth. In 1987, Patricia Pereira began receiving telepathic communications from the star Arcturus, leading to a series of galactically...

Gertrude Elizabeth Margaret Anscombe's collected philosophical papers offer valuable insights into her work on ethics and intention. This volume is part of a multi-volume compilation covering various...

Foucault and Education: Disciplines and Knowledge by Stephen J. Ball explores the relationship between Michel Foucault's work and education, revealing schools as institutions of moral and social...

Spinoza's Theologico-Political Treatise is a work of philosophy and politics that defends religious pluralism, republican government, and freedom of thought. Written in the 17th century, it was a...

Beyond Good and Evil is a provocative exploration of morality and philosophy. First published in 1886, this influential work comprises nearly three hundred statements that challenge conventional...

COVID-19, the Australia bushfires, and other global threats have highlighted the interconnectedness of human and nonhuman fates. Human use of animals contributes to pandemics, climate change, and...

Twenty-one philosophers explore the implications of the Jurassic Park franchise for our lives and values. They consider whether the risks of modifying nature outweigh its benefits, and what moral...

Contradiction in Motion: Hegel's Organic Concept of Life and Value by Songsuk Susan Hahn presents a thought-provoking analysis of one of the most complex topics in Hegelian studies. Hegel's...

Ethics and Race: Past and Present explores the complex intersections between ethics and race. Naomi Zack brings together historical and contemporary issues to provide an ethical foundation for...

This concise introduction to current philosophical debates about truth provides a clear overview of key issues in the field. Burgess and Burgess cover topics such as the nature of truth, relativism...

Hegel and the Freedom of Moderns by Domenico Losurdo offers a revolutionary interpretation of G. W. F. Hegel's thought, reviving discussion of the major political and philosophical tenets underlying...

Philosophy for Business Leaders explores how a philosophical mindset can offer a solution to common problems faced by business leaders and professionals. By examining the importance of questioning...

Gunther Anders' Philosophy of Technology provides a comprehensive exploration of the influential thinker's work. Babette Babich examines Anders' prescient writings on technology, including his...

Kierkegaard and Socrates: A Study in Philosophy and Faith by Jacob Howland explores the complex relationship between philosophy and faith in Kierkegaard's Philosophical Fragments. This book examines...

Pythagoras' notion of a harmonious universe has had a profound impact on Western philosophy and art. In "Touches of Sweet Harmony", S. K. Heninger explores this idea, tracing its development from...

The Philosophy of Body by Michael A. Proudfoot explores the complex relationship between the body and our understanding of self, perception, intention, and action. This collection brings together...

Climate Matters: A Philosophical Approach to Climate Change Ethics in a Warming World. Esteemed philosopher John Broome offers a fresh perspective on climate change policy, examining the issue...

The Faith of the Faithless: Experiments in Political Theology by Simon CritchleyThis thought-provoking work explores the idea that contemporary culture is increasingly driven by theological conflict,...

SJWs Always Double Down is a guide to understanding and surviving attacks from Social Justice Warriors. In this book, Vox Day shares his personal experience of being targeted by SJWs, who sought to...

Ethics without Ontology by Hilary Putnam is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of ethical judgments. The author examines the influence of ontology on analytic philosophy and argues that it...

Plato's Republic is a foundational work in Western philosophy and political theory. This English translation includes an extensive introduction, afterword, chapter-by-chapter outline, Stephanus...

Wine is more than just a drink - it's an experience that can evoke emotions and challenge our assumptions about beauty and taste. In "Beauty and the Yeast: A Philosophy of Wine, Life, and Love",...

Against Marriage: An Egalitarian Defence of the Marriage-free State by Clare Chambers. This book presents a compelling argument that marriage violates both equality and liberty, and should not be...

The Art of War by Sun Tzu is a foundational text that has stood the test of time, offering simple yet effective strategies for success and victory. This dual-language edition allows readers to...

Henri Bergson's 1904-1905 lectures at the Collège de France offer a unique insight into his philosophy of freedom. These extraordinary documents, which convey Bergson's voice and ideas, explore the...

Nietzsche's Postmoralism: Essays on Nietzsche's Prelude to Philosophy's Future by Richard Schacht explores the concept of "postmoral" philosophy, as introduced by Friedrich Nietzsche in his work...

Analytic philosophy has been a dominant force in Western thought for nearly a century. Yet, despite its widespread influence, there remains a lack of understanding about what it entails and how it...

Kant's Critique of Pure Reason A Critical Guide by James R. O'Shea provides a comprehensive understanding of Immanuel Kant's influential philosophical work.This critical guide tackles the challenges...

Analogy of Love: Divine and Human Love at the Center of Christian Theology by Gary Chartier offers a comprehensive overview of Christian theology, exploring how traditional topics relate to the...

The Cambridge Handbook of Information and Computer Ethics by Luciano Floridi provides an authoritative introduction to the field of information and computer ethics. This comprehensive handbook...

Philosophical ethics can be reductive and idealising, but what if we approach it in a different way? Sophie Grace Chappell explores an alternative approach that focuses on developing our moral...

The writings of Di Mo, a fifth century B.C. thinker and rival of the Confucianists, are presented here in English translation.These basic writings offer insight into the political and social thought...

Time's mysteries resist comprehension, and what remains once familiar metaphors are stripped away can be profound. In "Of Time and Lamentation", Raymond Tallis explores the nature and meaning of...

Aldous Huxley's Ends and Means is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between ends and means in politics and ethics. In this inquiry, Huxley examines how our beliefs about reality...

Plato and the Mythic Tradition in Political Thought by Tae-Yeoun Keum is an ambitious reinterpretation of Plato's influence on political thought. For centuries, interpreters have struggled to...

The Birth of Novalis: Friedrich von Hardenberg's Journal of 1797, with Selected Letters and DocumentsThis collection offers a unique glimpse into the early life of the poet Novalis, as recorded in...

Explore the history of Western philosophy through the lives and ideas of its most influential thinkers. This comprehensive text chronicles the development of philosophical thought from ancient Greece...

Stephen Mulhall's On Film explores the philosophical aspects of cinema, examining how films themselves can engage in philosophical inquiry. This third edition expands on earlier editions to include...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is a work of extraordinary difficulty and importance that no serious philosopher can afford to neglect. In this concise yet profound exploration,...

A research-based guide to political psychology that challenges traditional assumptions about the world. This comprehensive text draws on empirical research and critical arguments from noted experts...

David Bohm and F. David Peat explore how scientific theories come into being and how to overcome blocks to creativity in this thought-provoking work.The authors examine the history of science from...

Posthumanism: A Critical Analysis by Stefan Herbrechter explores the concept of what it means to be human in today's world. As technology advances and traditional humanist values are increasingly...

Natural: The Seductive Myth of Nature's Goodness by Alan Levinovitz explores how our perception of nature is often rooted in outdated and misleading assumptions. This thought-provoking work...

Breakdown of Will by George Ainslie explores how our responses to inconsistency shape human culture. Ainslie proposes that individuals behave more like populations of bargaining agents than...

This comprehensive introduction to phenomenology provides a thorough overview of this philosophical and interdisciplinary practice. Covering both classic 20th-century explications and recent...

The Norton Anthology of Western Philosophy After Kant provides a comprehensive introduction to the predominantly European ("Continental") interpretive tradition of philosophy after Kant in one...

Socrates' Second Sailing On Plato's Republic by Seth Benardete provides a fresh interpretation of Plato's Republic. In this section-by-section commentary, Benardete argues that the Republic is a...

A Confucian Classic of Ancient Chinese Literature by Confucius is a foundational text in Chinese philosophy. This bilingual edition features both English and Chinese side by side for easy reference,...

Gottfried Leibniz's metaphysics is a profound attempt to understand the nature of reality through reason alone. This comprehensive guide explores his philosophical ideas in depth, revealing their...

This anthology brings together a curated selection of Kierkegaard's most influential works, inviting readers to explore the complexities of human existence and faith. From the introspective depths of...

Gadamer's Truth and Method A Polyphonic Commentary offers a fresh perspective on a foundational text of philosophical hermeneutics. This collection features essays from fourteen scholars, each...

The Routledge Handbook of Love in Philosophy brings together 39 original chapters from prominent philosophers to explore the nature, meaning, value, and complexities of love. This comprehensive...

Stoicism Mastery offers practical guidance on incorporating Stoic principles into daily life. This guidebook explores various aspects of Stoicism, including cultivating gratitude, self-awareness, and...

The Best of the Cynics presents the most significant writings and teachings of the ancient Cynics, offering a unique insight into their philosophy.At its core, Cynicism is not about negativity or...

Pragmatism: A Guide for the Perplexed offers a clear and thorough account of this important philosophical movement. Structured around its historical development, the book surveys key thinkers and...

Introduction to Philosophy-Thinking and Poetizing by Martin Heidegger explores the relationship between philosophy and poetry. In this 1944 lecture course, Heidegger examines themes such as the home...

A Companion to Nietzsche provides a comprehensive guide to all the main aspects of Nietzsche's philosophy. This authoritative work brings together an international roster of scholars, featuring fresh...

The Major Political Writings of Jean-Jacques Rousseau: The Two "Discourses" and the "Social Contract"This collection brings together three foundational works by one of the most influential thinkers...

Kant's 'Groundwork for the Metaphysics of Morals': A Reader' Guide provides an accessible introduction to Immanuel Kant's influential moral philosophy. Written in 1785, this seminal work introduced...

Threats of Pain and Ruin by Theodore Dalrymple is a collection of essays that explore the complexities of human experience. Written without a specific agenda, these little pieces were crafted from...

The Welfare of Future Children: A Practical Guide to Reproductive Ethics and Disability Screening Rebecca Bennett explores the complex issues surrounding IVF treatment and disability screening,...

The Dragon-Tiger Classic is a concise Taoist alchemical manual that offers guidance on spiritual transformation. Written in ancient times and regarded as the most complete guide by contemporary...

Knowledge and Human Interests by Juergen Habermas is a seminal work that explores the intricate relationships between thought, action, and society. This influential book outlines a new social theory,...

Zarathustra's message echoes through the ages: "Could it be possible? That God is dead?" Friedrich Nietzsche's groundbreaking work announces the arrival of the "Superman", the divine in human form,...

The Groundwork of the Metaphysics of Morals is a foundational text in modern moral philosophy. In this influential work, Immanuel Kant outlines a supreme principle of morality that issues universal...