Philosophy

This comprehensive history of German philosophy from 1831 to 1933 provides a detailed exploration of the period's key concerns and traditions. Adopting a thematic approach, the book sheds light on...

The Republic by Plato is a pioneering work of political philosophy that explores fundamental questions about justice, equality and governance. In this dialogue, Socrates engages in conversations with...

Aristotle's Ethics by James Urmson provides a clear account of the main doctrines in an easily intelligible way. After 50 years of study, Professor Urmson offers a concise and accessible exploration...

Kant: Observations on the Feeling of the Beautiful and Sublime and Other Writings by Patrick Frierson is a collection of Kant's most important ethical and anthropological writings from the 1760s...

Hegel's Practical Philosophy: Rational Agency as Ethical LifeThis thought-provoking book offers a fresh and original interpretation of Hegel's practical philosophy, exploring the central questions of...

William of Ockham: A Life of Controversy and Philosophy This book provides a thorough grounding in the life and philosophy of William of Ockham, one of the most important philosophers of the Middle...

The Infra-world by François J. Bonnet explores the limits of language and perception in understanding the world. This book maps out a history where all is chaos, maelstrom, and fog, questioning how...

An Introduction to Mill's Utilitarian Ethics by Henry R. West provides a comprehensive and user-friendly exploration of utilitarianism, one of the most influential philosophical theories of the 19th...

Contexts of Suffering offers a unique perspective on mental illness by exploring its existential and experiential qualities through the lens of Martin Heidegger's phenomenology. This book challenges...

Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Help Others, Do Work that Matters, and Make Smarter Choices about Giving BackWilliam MacAskill explores why our ideas about making a difference...

Love and Freedom Transcending Monogamy and Polyamory by Jorge N. Ferrer offers a new perspective on romantic relationships, proposing a shift in how we conceptualize love and commitment.Ferrer...

Soren Kierkegaard: A Guide for the Perplexed is an authoritative introduction to the philosophy and works of this influential thinker. This guide explains and explores key themes and ideas, guiding...

T.M. Scanlon's seminal work What We Owe to Each Other has sparked significant debate in moral philosophy, and this collection of essays by five leading philosophers offers a detailed assessment of...

Foucault's Last Decade is a comprehensive intellectual history of Michel Foucault's work from 1974 to 1984. During this period, he shifted his focus away from the planned six-volume series of The...

The Zen Koan: Its History and Use in Rinzai Zen by Isshū Miura and Ruth Fuller Sasaki is a scholarly examination of the historical development and traditional method of koan study in Zen Buddhism...

Stanisław Lem's Dialogues is a thought-provoking exploration of cybernetics, first conceived in 1957 and updated in 1971. This English translation brings together the original dialogue with...

The Tao Te Ching is an ancient text that has shaped the philosophy of Taoism for over 2,500 years. Written by Lao Tzu, it presents a unique perspective on the world and humanity's place within it...

The Cambridge Edition of Early Christian Writings (Series Number 3) by Mark DelCogliano is an invaluable resource for scholars and researchers exploring early Christianity. This comprehensive...

Shaun Gallagher presents a groundbreaking interdisciplinary account of human action, highlighting its essential social dimension. He synthesizes key approaches to action theory, social cognition, and...

The Sickness Unto Death: A Christian Psychological Exposition for Upbuilding and Awakening by Søren Kierkegaard. This work continues Kierkegaard's profound analysis of human nature, exploring the...

Only a Promise of Happiness: The Place of Beauty in a World of Art by Alexander NehamasIn this thought-provoking work, Alexander Nehamas reclaims beauty from its critics and seeks to restore its...

Unintended Consequences: Why Bad Things Happen to Good Decisions? Clive Wills explores how our best intentions can lead to unexpected and often undesirable outcomes. He examines various examples,...

Gilles Deleuze's critical philosophy and Niklas Luhmann's systems theory are brought together in this exploration of contemporary democratic politics. The Politics of Orientation examines how these...

Use better thinking to empower yourself and achieve your goals. This comprehensive guide provides a blueprint for assessing and improving your thought processes, helping you make more intelligent...

Roger Scruton's collection of essays offers a trenchant exploration of politics, culture and philosophy. With his characteristic blend of analytical skill and cultural appreciation, Scruton tackles a...

Understanding Beliefs by Nils J. Nilsson explores what beliefs are and how they shape our understanding of the world. Our beliefs influence many aspects of our lives, from predicting outcomes to...

Watsuji Tetsuro's Rinrigaku Ethics in Japan is a seminal work that has shaped Japanese ethics for over half a century. First published in 1996, this study explores the principles of living in harmony...

After Poststructuralism: Transitions and Transformations explores the key developments in continental philosophy between 1980 and 1995. This period saw significant social change and upheaval,...

Plato Six Pack presents a comprehensive collection of six foundational works by one of philosophy's most influential thinkers. This anthology brings together Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Phaedo, The...

Practice in Christianity is Søren Kierkegaard's most perfect and truest work from 1848. In this reflection on Christian ideality, he explores the requirement for institutional and personal admission...

The Silence of St. Thomas: 3 Essays on Thomas Aquinas by Joseph Pieper This collection of three essays explores the human response to mystery, delving into the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas and...

Wrongdoing and the Moral Emotions explores how we can address wrongdoing in light of challenges to retribution and free will. The book examines various aspects of blame, punishment, forgiveness, and...

Proclus: On the Existence of Evils In this work, Proclus addresses a central question in Neoplatonist philosophy: how can evil exist in a world that is providential and good. He challenges the...

Refining the Elixir: The Internal Alchemy Teachings of Taoist Immortal Zhang SanfengThis comprehensive guide to Internal Alchemy (Neidan) provides an in-depth analysis of the subject, making it one...

Friedrich Nietzsche's On the Genealogy of Morals is a thought-provoking exploration of ethics and morality that challenges long-held assumptions about guilt, conscience, responsibility, law, and...

Quantum Psychoanalysis: Essays on Physics, Mind, and Analysis Today explores the intersection of psychoanalytic theory and modern physics. Gerald J. Gargiulo seeks to reconcile these two fields by...

The Subject of Experience by Galen Strawson explores the nature of self and person. This collection of essays draws on literature, psychology, and philosophy to examine the fundamental questions of...

John Stuart Mill: A Biography explores the life and work of one of Britain's most influential thinkers. This comprehensive biography examines Mill's contributions to various fields, including...

Mathematical Plato explores how the ancient Greek philosopher organized and justified the principles, terms, and methods of mathematical science. Roger Sworder examines the significance of...

Foucault and Neoliberalism by Daniel Zamora and Michael C. Behrent explores the complex relationship between Michel Foucault's ideas and the rise of neoliberalism in the decades following his death...

This collection of interviews with Richard Rorty offers a unique insight into his thoughts on philosophy and its relevance to American public life. Spanning over two decades, these conversations...

David Braddon-Mitchell and Frank Jackson's Philosophy of Mind and Cognition An Introduction is now in its fully revised and updated second edition. This comprehensive introduction brings together the...

Kwame Anthony Appiah's As If explores how our minds simplify complex realities and build idealized models to navigate life. This thought-provoking meditation reveals that this instinct is not only...

Hardcover, 267 pages, published 2022. Bias: A Philosophical Study explores fundamental questions about bias and our practices of attributing it. Thomas Kelly develops a general framework for thinking...

Becomings: Explorations in Time, Memory, and Futures This collection of essays explores the concept of time as a dynamic and irreversible force, with significant implications for our understanding of...

Life and Death in Psychoanalysis by Jean Laplanche is a thought-provoking inquiry into the complexities of Freud's work. The author argues that Freud's texts present two mutually exclusive conceptual...

John W. Cooper's Body, Soul, and Life Everlasting offers a comprehensive exploration of biblical anthropology, engaging with theological, philosophical, and scientific discussions on the nature of...

Friedrich Nietzsche's influence on modern thought is undeniable. This comprehensive guide to his philosophy provides a chronological overview of his published works, exploring their core themes and...

Philosophical Fragments is a philosophical work written by Søren Kierkegaard under the pseudonym Johannes Climacus. In this volume, Kierkegaard explores the paradoxes of Christianity in relation to...

Logic is an essential skill for making good arguments and spotting bad ones. Hans Halvorson's How Logic Works presents logic as a way to improve your reasoning skills, rather than just a mathematical...

Wittgenstein's Ladder: A Poetics of Ordinary Language Marjorie Perloff explores the radical new aesthetic provided by Ludwig Wittgenstein, arguing that it offers a key to recognizing the inescapable...

A foundational work of 18th-century philosophy, Friedrich Schiller's treatise explores the role of art in society and its relationship to beauty. This influential concept remains relevant today, with...

Panentheism and Scientific Naturalism: Rethinking Evil, Morality, Religious Experience, Religious Pluralism, and the Academic Study of Religion by David Ray Griffin. David Ray Griffin explores the...

Plato's Republic is a foundational work in Western philosophy that explores the nature of justice, the ideal state, and the relationship between individuals and society.This edition features a...

Pierre-Joseph Proudhon's influential work is now available in English for the first time. This comprehensive collection offers a detailed understanding of his ideas and their significance in shaping...

David Graeber's Anarchy--In a Manner of Speaking presents a unique opportunity to engage with one of today's most important living thinkers. This collection of conversations explores the history and...

The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius - Large Print, Large Format, Illustrated Giant 8.5 X 11 Size: Large, Clear Print and Pictures - Complete and Unabridged! A beautifully illustrated edition of the...

Torture has recently been at the centre of intense public debate. As a result, there is now a growing interest in understanding the philosophical arguments surrounding this contentious issue. The...

Wittgenstein: Lectures, Cambridge 1930-1933 From the Notes of G. E. Moore is an almost verbatim record of Wittgenstein's seminal lectures in the early 1930s. This edition presents the notes in an...

An Introduction to Philosophy by Jon Nuttall is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the subject. This textbook provides clear and incisive discussion of key areas of philosophy, including...

Through the Mists of Faerie: A Magical Guide to the Wisdom Teaching of the Ancient Elven is a comprehensive guide to High Elven Magic. It explores the spiritual Path that leads to the heart of Elfin,...

Kant and Sartre Re-discovering Critical Ethics by S. Baiasu This book offers a fresh perspective on the relationship between Immanuel Kant's and Jean-Paul Sartre's practical philosophies, challenging...

Frantz Fanon's political writings had a profound impact on the 20th century. This collection of essays, articles and notes presents the most politically active period of his life, offering insight...

Disclosing New Worlds: A Way of Being that has always characterized human life at its best. This book argues that human beings are at their most effective not when engaged in abstract reflection, but...

An Introduction to the Philosophy of Mind by Keith Maslin provides a comprehensive overview of the main themes and arguments in this area of philosophy. The book explores four major theories of mind,...

Digital Souls: A Philosophy of Online Death by Patrick Stokes explores the often-overlooked topic of death in the digital age. With an estimated 30 million Facebook profiles belonging to deceased...

Powers: A History explores the fascinating development of a fundamental philosophical concept that has shaped our understanding of reality. From ancient thinkers to modern scholars, this volume...

Aesthetics as Philosophy of Perception by Bence Nanay explores how philosophical concepts can help us better understand aesthetic experiences. By clarifying assumptions about perception and...

A Companion to African Philosophy by Kwasi Wiredu provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, covering various disciplines and historical periods. This volume features newly commissioned essays...

Paul Virilio and Sylvère Lotringer revisit their prescient exploration of the invisible war waged by technology against humanity since World War II. In this new edition, they consider how the...

A Commentary on Jean-Paul Sartre's Being and Nothingness by Joseph S. Catalano offers a thorough examination of Sartre's influential philosophical work, tackling some of its most complex concepts...

Big ideas sometimes come from unexpected places. This book introduces seventy-six thought-provoking works that can help us navigate everyday life. From ancient philosophers to contemporary thinkers,...

John Macmurray's philosophical writings offer a unique perspective on human relationships and personal agency. In an era of growing dissatisfaction with individualism, Macmurray's emphasis on...

David Harvey's A Companion to Marx's Capital, Volume 2 provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the complex economic systems outlined in Karl Marx's seminal work. Building on his previous...

Aquinas and Modern Science: A New Synthesis of Faith and Reason explores the intersection of Thomas Aquinas's medieval philosophy with modern scientific thought. In this tour through the richness of...

Emotional Permaculture explores the interconnected web of relationships that shape our lives. This philosophy of relation focuses on the sense of Being With, weaving together art, philosophy, and...

Mary Midgley's Are You an Illusion? is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of self and its relationship to science. The renowned philosopher argues that our experiences and thoughts are...

The Mad Monk Manifesto offers answers to our personal and collective challenges. Born from decades of study and self-cultivation, this book provides practical advice for transforming ourselves and...

The Enchiridion by Epictetus is a concise guide to living in harmony with nature and finding contentment. Written by a former slave who overcame adversity to become a renowned philosopher, this...

Leo Tolstoy's The Gospel in Brief is a unique fusion of biblical texts and his own influential religious views. Drawing from his meticulous study of the original Greek versions of the Bible, Tolstoy...

The Communist Hypothesis by Alain Badiou Reconceiving the Left for a New Era Alain Badiou's "communist hypothesis" offers a fresh perspective on universal emancipation and galvanizes a call to action...

Hegel's central claim that "self-consciousness is desire itself" has had a profound impact on philosophical thought. In this groundbreaking new interpretation, Robert Pippin explores the roots and...

Harness the Power of Your Spoken Word Eddie Coronado presents 300 powerful affirmations for manifesting money and massive success. After over two decades of studying the Law of Attraction, Coronado...

Grandstanding: The Use and Abuse of Moral TalkWe all engage in it. We use strong language to make our point, often to look more virtuous than we feel. This tendency is not just annoying, but also...

Book 2 of the MY Big TOE trilogy presents a unified understanding of science and philosophy, physics and metaphysics. It explores the interface between human consciousness and digital reality,...

Philosophies of India by Heinrich Zimmer is a comprehensive exploration of Indian philosophy, drawing on the copious notes of a renowned Indologist and art historian. Organized into three sections,...

Imagination is a thought-provoking exploration of a complex and multifaceted subject. Mary Warnock skillfully weaves together philosophical, historical, and literary perspectives to examine the...

Creativity Will Save the World presents the most evocative sections of Nicholas Berdyaev's seminal work, The Meaning of the Creative Act. In this collection, Berdyaev explores the centrality of...

Randall Collins' comprehensive study of philosophical thought across cultures and time offers a unique perspective on intellectual history. Through detailed network diagrams and narrative analysis,...

Judith Butler's Senses of the Subject brings together a collection of her philosophical essays that explore the role of passions in shaping subject formation. Through an engagement with key thinkers...

The New Organon by Francis Bacon A foundational work in the development of modern scientific thought, this 1620 treatise presents a comprehensive philosophical framework for empirical research and...

Joseph Heath explores the connection between principles of justice and institutional arrangements in six new essays. Topics include the significance of status inequality, debates over open borders...

Axiomatic Theories of Truth by Volker Halbach This book explores the most important axiomatizations of truth and examines their properties. It shows how logical results impact philosophical...

Gilles Deleuze was one of the most important post-war French philosophers. This collection brings together outstanding appraisals by scholars from both France and England, offering new insights into...

The Greeks and the Irrational by Eric R. Dodds In this influential work, E.R. Dodds challenges the traditional view of ancient Greek culture as a bastion of rationalism. Using modern anthropology and...

Legal Theory explores fundamental questions about law and its role in society. It examines why some rules have the status of law while others do not, and considers whether justice can be achieved...

Man and Crisis is a thought-provoking exploration of the crisis of our age. Written by José Ortega y Gasset, this book offers a profound analysis of the historical processes that shape human society...

This 1971 debate between two of the twentieth century's most influential thinkers explores whether there is such a thing as innate human nature. Noam Chomsky and Michel Foucault discuss their...

The Laws of Plato offers a comprehensive exploration of the practical consequences of his philosophy. This dialogue presents a detailed plan for a new political order that addresses key issues such...

Fragments is a thought-provoking collection of poems, stories and epic narratives that explore how our lives are shaped by the forces of history and human experience. Through 73 insightful...