Philosophy

The Path of Civility brings together the lessons and teachings of two great men: President George Washington and the Buddha, Sakyamuni. Robert Sachs explores how these two figures can inform our...

Sentient Subjects: Post-Humanist Perspectives on Affect explores how non-cognitive expressions of subjectivity, such as feeling and instinct, are transforming our understanding of agency and identity...

Philosophical Hermeneutics and the Priority of Questions in Religions brings together three case studies to explore human responses to divine questions. Jesus' "Who do you say that I am?" and Mazu's...

This book explores the connection between recent economic shifts and the political problems faced by Western democracies. As manufacturing moves away from the West and global competition increases,...

The Philosophy of Time: Before Times by Roger McLure A comprehensive study of the nature and properties of time, this book offers a nuanced analysis of phenomenologies of time from a philosophical...

The Discourse of the Syncope: Logodaedalus (Meridian: Crossing Aesthetics) by Jean-Luc Nancy A study of the role of language in Kant's critical philosophy, exploring how he addressed the question of...

Brian Loar's Consciousness and Meaning Selected Essays explores one of modern philosophy's most fundamental questions: how to understand subjectivity in a physical universe. This collection brings...

A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge is a foundational work in philosophical thought, first published in 1710. George Berkeley's central argument seeks to challenge the views of...

Assertion: New Philosophical Essays by Jessica Brown and Herman Cappelen explores the fundamental nature of language, focusing on the concept of assertion. This collection brings together...

The Rise and Fall of the Afterlife By Jan N. Bremmer Belief in an afterlife remains a significant part of Western culture, despite its existence being questioned by many. However, the concepts of...

John of St. Thomas's Cursus theologicus I, question 1, disputation 2 offers an in-depth exploration of the relationship between theology and science. In this text, John of St. Thomas grapples with...

Xavier Symons explores the role of conscience in healthcare practice, offering fresh counterpoints to recent calls to ban or severely restrict conscientious objection. He provides a detailed...

This book invites you to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. It's not about the author having all the answers, but rather about inviting you to explore what matters most to you and how...

The Philosophy and Psychology of Ambivalence: Being of Two Minds Ambivalence is a complex philosophical concept that has received relatively little attention in academic circles. This collection of...

Family Values challenges our traditional understanding of maternity and paternity by exploring the contradictions at their heart. Kelly Oliver examines how these concepts are shaped by philosophical...

The Limits of Moral Obligation: Moral Demandingness and Ought Implies Can By Marcel van Ackeren and Michael Kühler This collection explores two central ideas in ethics: the moral demandingness...

The concept of violence has become increasingly complex in recent years. As global politics have shifted away from bipolar rivalry, and with the resurgence of "ethnic cleansing" and identity...

Derrida on Time by Joanna Hodge explores the concept of time in the work of Jacques Derrida, comparing and contrasting his arguments with those of other influential thinkers. Drawing on a wide range...

The Power of Arabic Logic explores the cognitive and conceptual divergences between Arabic Islamic and Western Judeo-Christian cultures. By examining the structure of knowledge within these two...

Johann Gottlieb Fichte's Jena Project is a foundational work in classical German philosophy. Published in 1997, this book offers a new interpretation of Fichte's system, focusing on the problem of...

The Hidden God: Luther, Philosophy, and Political Theology by Marius Timmann Mjaaland This phenomenological reading of Martin Luther challenges the idea that theological discourse is ever neutral...

This translation presents Plato's dialogue in which Socrates seeks to define rhetoric and critiques the sophistic orators. The speeches from Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian Wars are included...

The Tao Te Ching is a spiritual guide to living in harmony with life. Its simple yet profound words help us find beauty and balance in every moment. This ancient text has had a profound influence on...

Idries Shah's World Tales Book II explores the intriguing phenomenon of stories that transcend time and geography. How do tales like Aladdin's wondrous lamp find their way from Wales to ancient...

World Tales (Pocket Edition) Book III by Idries Shah explores the intriguing phenomenon of stories shared across cultures and time. Working with written and oral sources for thirty-five years, Idries...

The Seventh Solitude: Metaphysical Homelessness in Kierkegaard, Dostoevsky, and Nietzsche by Ralph Harper. This book explores the philosophical ideas of three influential thinkers who were deeply...

The Path of Compassion presents time-honoured rules for ethical and spiritual conduct, accompanied by warnings about the pitfalls of psychic development. Developing wisdom requires devotion,...

The Implications of Determinism by Roy Weatherford This book explores one of the most fundamental questions in philosophy: the nature of free will and determinism. First published in 1991, the first...

Home in America: An Exploration of the American Experience of Home. Thomas Dumm's thought-provoking inquiry into the meaning of home delves into literary, political, philosophical, and deeply...

Radical Utu: Critical Ideas and Ideals of Wangari Muta Maathai offers a nuanced exploration of the work and ideas of a scholar-activist who made significant contributions to various fields over three...

Exploring how our knowledge is shaped by social factors, Julian Baggini delves into the concept of Social Epistemology.The study of the social dimension of knowledge reveals that our understanding...

Paul Klee's art and writings had a profound impact on twentieth-century thinkers. His work inspired leading philosophers to produce key texts in aesthetics, which in turn influenced subsequent art...

Wilfrid Sellars and Twentieth-century Philosophy by Stefan L. Brandt and Anke Breunig explores the work of Wilfrid Sellars in relation to other influential thinkers of the twentieth century. The book...

Philosophical Approaches to the Devil brings together new papers addressing the philosophical challenges that the concept of a Devil presents. Contributors approach the idea from various...

Johann Gottlieb Fichte's philosophical system and its place in German Idealism are introduced in this collection of writings. The selections include influential texts such as the First and Second...

João Carlos Espada's provocative survey explores a distinctive Anglo-American tradition of liberty that underpins the Free World. This intellectual case for liberal democracy engages with current...

John Stuart Mill's 'On Liberty' and Other Writings is a foundational text in political philosophy that continues to shape debates today. This collection of essays explores the nature of individual...

Discipline, Freedom, Resistance challenges traditional views on discipline and freedom. Flathman argues that resistance to rules can mean more than just breaking laws.The author draws on Foucault's...

The Vestige of Eden, Image of Eternity explores a long-standing cosmological worldview that has shaped the Catholic Church's understanding of creation. This synthesis of ancient and medieval thought...

Un-Mapping the Global South offers new perspectives and insights into ongoing discussions about the concepts and definitions of the global south.This collection brings together fresh approaches to...

Philosophy en noir by Miroslav Petříček is a thought-provoking exploration of how Western philosophy has transformed in response to traumatic events. In this first English-language translation,...

The Dimensions of Ethics offers a concise introduction to moral philosophy. Wilfrid J. Waluchow explores central metaethical questions and examines five theoretical approaches, including...

The Autobiography Effect: Writing the Self in Post-Structuralist Theory by Dennis Schep explores the paradoxical relationship between autobiography and authorship. Despite post-structuralism's...

The Common and Counter-Hegemonic Politics re-conceptualises the relationship between the common and politics. By engaging with key thinkers of community and the commons, Alexandros Kioupkiolis...

Pro wrestling as we know it today is a global phenomenon with a rich history that spans decades. At its core, it's both a sport and a form of performance art, captivating audiences with...

Jacques Lezra's On the Nature of Marx's Things offers a major rethinking of the Marxian tradition, one that explores the intricate relationship between materiality and language. This...

This collection of essays explores the concept of "terror" and its connections to philosophy, psychology, literature, and society. Despite numerous thinkers referencing this idea throughout history,...

G. A. Wells' biography of J.M. Robertson explores the life and work of this influential Liberal, Rationalist and Scholar. Born in 1856, Robertson was a prominent figure in British intellectual...

Contemporary Feminist Pragmatism explores the intersection of feminism and pragmatism in modern society. Building on the work of earlier thinkers, this collection delves into the relationship between...

Archetypal Imagination: Glimpses of the Gods in Life and Art by Noel Cobb This book explores the idea that psychology's poetic imagination can be freed from unconscious assumptions about the soul. By...

Dio Chrysostom's Discourses, Volume 5: A Collection of Philosophical and Political Orations. This volume presents the philosophical and political writings of Dio Cocceianus Chrysostom, a prominent...

The Essential Supernatural: A Dialogical Study in Kierkegaard and Blondel By Maurice Ashley Agbaw-Ebai This book presents a dialogue between two influential philosophers, Søren Kirkegaard and Maurice...

When the State Speaks, What Should It Say? How Democracies Can Protect Expression and Promote Equality by Corey BrettschneiderA liberal democracy faces a difficult choice when responding to hate...

Connecting Virtues: Advances in Ethics, Epistemology, and Political Philosophy explores the latest developments in virtue theory and its impact on moral philosophy, epistemology, and political...

Laurence Lampert's magisterial investigation explores how Socrates' philosophy evolved over a fifty-year span of his life. By examining Plato's dialogues, including Protagoras, Charmides, and...

The concepts of mind and soul have long been debated by philosophers, leading to numerous conflicting theories. This introduction to the philosophy of mind provides an incisive exploration of central...

Philosophy and Politics at the Precipice re-examines the thought of Alexandre Kojève, a philosopher whose ideas have been both widely misunderstood and underappreciated.Kojève's concept of "end of...

Dante's Deadly Sins: A Practical Guide to Moral Betterment This book offers a unique study of the moral philosophy behind Dante's Commedia, exploring its practical application for personal...

The Ideology of Hatred: The Psychic Power of Discourse by Niza Yanay explores how hatred has evolved into a discursive field, transforming from a concept linked to violence into a complex phenomenon...

Challenging the New Atheism: A Pragmatic Response to the God Debate. This book presents a pragmatic response to arguments against religion made by the New Atheism movement. It provides an...

A History of Contemporary Philosophy, Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries by Mariano Fazio and Francisco Fernández Labastida provides a comprehensive survey of recent philosophical thought from...

Kant's Organicism: A New Perspective on Immanuel Kant's Critical Philosophy Immanuel Kant's Critique of Pure Reason has long overshadowed his other interests, but Jennifer Mensch sheds new light on...

Tracking Truth: A New Approach to Knowledge and Evidence Sherrilyn Roush presents a unified treatment of knowledge, evidence, and epistemological realism and anti-realism about scientific theories...

The City of the Sun is an unbridled exploration of Renaissance philosophy and utopian ideology. Written in poetic dialogue form, this 16th-century treatise presents a vision of a perfect society,...

Rawls's Law of Peoples: A Realistic Utopia by Rex Martin and David A. Reidy is an in-depth examination of Rawls's theory of international justice as outlined in his previous work, The Law of Peoples...

The role of experts and their expertise has become increasingly important in our personal and social lives. Scientific disinformation is prevalent, and expert advice is needed to tackle complex...

Hardcover: 311 pages By Julian Baggini, University of Chicago Press. Developing good reasoning is essential for navigating our complex world. This book offers twelve key principles to help you think...

Arendt, Kant, and the Enigma of Judgment by Martin Blumenthal-Barby explores Hannah Arendt's later thought on judgment, drawing on her posthumously published Lectures on Kant's Political Philosophy...

The Threefold Struggle explores a way out of our current cultural constraints. Drawing on Daniel Quinn's ideas, Andrew Frederick Smith argues that it is not too late to break free from practices that...

Goals, No-Goals and Own Goals presents a thought-provoking debate between scientists and philosophers about the nature of goal-directed and intentional behaviour. Three scientists and three...

Immanuel Kant's theory of judgment has long been a subject of interpretation. Rudolf A. Makkreel offers a new perspective on this complex idea, clarifying how judgment shapes human comprehension of...

Scientific Models and Decision Making by Eric Winsberg and Stephanie Harvard is an exploration of the philosophical literature on models in decision-making. The authors examine key questions in the...

Albert Camus From the Absurd to Revolt by John Foley This comprehensive study explores the full breadth of Albert Camus' ideas, examining his philosophical and literary thought through an...

Ayn Rand: The Russian Radical by Chris Matthew Sciabarra provides a comprehensive analysis of the intellectual roots and philosophy of Ayn Rand. Despite her influential works, such as The...

Wittgenstein: Understanding and Meaning Volume 1 of an Analytical Commentary on the Philosophical Investigations, Part I: Essays by Gordon P. Baker and P. M. S. Hacker is a comprehensive reference...

Philosophical Approaches to Demonology by Benjamin W McCraw and Robert Arp explores the philosophical aspects of demonology, offering a unique perspective on this often-misunderstood topic. This...

Aristotle's Politics explores how societies are run and establishes successful constitutions. This work examines government, politics, and what it means to be a citizen in any form of society. By...

Plato's philosophical dialogues explore fundamental questions about politics, pleasure, and poetry. Written in the 4th century BC, these works showcase the mind of one of ancient Greece's most...

Aristotle: Parts of Animals. Movement of Animals. Progression of Animals (Loeb Classical Library No. 323) This collection of Aristotle's works explores the natural world, focusing on animal...

A comprehensive compendium of ancient philosophy, Placita (Tenets) is a valuable resource for understanding the principal doctrines and opinions of philosophers and philosophical schools in response...

Plato's Republic explores the nature of justice and the ideal state in this foundational work of Western philosophical thought.Written as a dialogue, the text presents a comprehensive vision for a...

From Frege to Gödel: A Source Book in Mathematical Logic, 1879-1931This collection brings together the fundamental texts of modern logic, including works by Gottlob Frege, Peano, Dedekind, and others...

Charles Taylor's A Secular Age explores the concept of living in a secular age, where faith is one human possibility among others. This historical perspective examines the development of modernity...

The fragments and testimonia of early Greek philosophers have been a fundamental source for understanding archaic Greek culture and ancient philosophy. This systematic conception presents the...

The relationship between life and mind has long been a subject of debate among philosophers and scientists. Evan Thompson's Mind in Life explores this question, drawing on a diverse range of sources...

Diogenes Laertius: Lives of Eminent Philosophers, Volume II, Books 6-10 (Loeb Classical Library No. 185) This two-volume work by Diogenes Laertius is a valuable collection of quotations and facts...

Seneca's Moral Essays are a collection of philosophical writings that explore the nature of ethics and conduct in life. Written by Lucius Annaeus Seneca, these essays offer insights into Stoicism and...

Benedictus de Spinoza's magnum opus explores the nature of understanding and reality. Published in 1677, this treatise is the core of his philosophical system.In it, Spinoza argues that nothing has...

Understanding ordinary knowledge requires an account of how people come to know and believe what they do. This process is crucial in explaining why individuals act as they do. Russell Hardin's book...

Philosophy of Physics: A New Introduction by Cress IOP Publishing, 2023, Hardcover, 150 pages. This book explores how philosophers investigate science, using three distinct approaches. Each approach...

The Virtue of Hope explores one of philosophy's most complex and debated concepts: hope. This collection of eleven chapters by scholars from diverse disciplines offers a comprehensive analysis of...

The Magic of Unknowing: An East-West Soliloquy by Mervyn Sprung is a unique philosophical work that brings together seven Western philosophers in dialogue. Aristotle, Descartes, Kant, Hume,...

The Politics of Individualism explores a new vision of human freedom that combines insights from feminism and liberalism into an anarchist framework. L. Susan Brown examines the similarities and...

Sad Love Romance and the Search for Meaning by Carrie Jenkins explores the complexities of love, moving beyond the idealised notion of romantic happiness. Instead, Jenkins argues that love's pain and...

The Identity in Question by John Rajchman explores the complex issues surrounding nationalism and political correctness. This theoretical analysis provides insight into the questions raised by these...

We Testify with Our Lives: How Religion Transformed Radical Thought from Black Power to Black Lives MatterTerrence L. Johnson explores the enduring influence of Black radical thought, tracing its...

Exploring the fundamental principles of Epicureanism, this collection presents the key teachings of Epicurus, a philosopher who sought to understand the nature of happiness and the good life.Epicurus...

Richard Fumerton's Epistemology provides an accessible introduction to this fundamental field of philosophical inquiry. The book offers concise and well-written synopses of different epistemological...

Exploring Phenomenology: A Guide to the Field and Its Literature by David Stewart and Algis Mickunas provides a comprehensive introduction to phenomenological philosophy. This accessible guide...

Critique of Pure Reason by Immanuel Kant is a foundational work in philosophical thought, exploring the nature of knowledge and reality. This revised edition includes an introduction by translator J...