Philosophy

Understanding our everyday assumptions about reality is essential to making sense of the world around us. John Heil's exploration of metaphysics delves into the fundamental questions that underpin...

A Metaphysics for Freedom by Helen Steward explores the relationship between agency and determinism. The author argues that agency is incompatible with determinism, not just in humans but also in...

Night: A Philosophy of the Last World by Jason Bahbak Mohaghegh explores the intricate relationship between night and various concepts such as space, silence, cruelty, and secrecy. This...

The Memory of Place: A Phenomenology of the Uncanny by Dylan Trigg This thought-provoking work explores the fundamental role that memories of places play in shaping our sense of self. Drawing on...

The Earth's history is undergoing a profound transformation. Geological processes that were once slow and gradual are now accelerating at an unprecedented rate. New geological strata are being formed...

Archeology of Personalities: A Linguistic Approach to Erotic Rope Bondage By Georg Barkas This book explores the philosophical interpretation of erotic rope bondage, seeking to understand its power...

The I Ching: A System for Analyzing Change This ancient text provides a comprehensive system for understanding and navigating life's patterns. By applying its principles, you can gain insight into...

The Russian Revolution in Depth provides a comprehensive introduction to this pivotal event in history. Longman History in Depth is designed for AS/A Level or higher students, offering sharply...

The Sublime Reader by Robert R. Clewis is an anthology that brings together primary source material on this key concept in aesthetics and criticism. Covering ancient traditions to contemporary...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's philosophical thought has been a cornerstone of modern philosophy for over six decades. This comprehensive handbook brings together thirty-five leading scholars to explore all...

Taking Back Philosophy: A Multicultural Manifesto by Bryan W. Van Norden challenges the dominant Western perspective in American higher education. The author argues that philosophy departments should...

Harvard philosopher Michael Sandel has become a phenomenon in China, attracting vast crowds and earning a popularity usually reserved for Hollywood movie stars. His communitarian ideas have resonated...

Written by Charles-Louis de Secondat, baron de Montesquieu in 1711, Lettres Persanes (Persian Letters) is a literary work that recounts the experiences of two Persian noblemen, Usbek and Rica, as...

RuPaul's Drag Race and Philosophy: Sissy that Thought explores the fascinating world of RuPaul's Drag Race through the lens of philosophy. This thought-provoking book examines the show's impact, from...

Oxford University Press presents a thought-provoking exploration of ontology and oppression in Katharine Jenkins' latest work. By examining the ways in which our social categorisations can be...

Julian Baggini's latest collection of philosophical capsules offers fresh takes on familiar sayings and quotations. With his characteristic wit and thought-provoking approach, he challenges readers...

The practice of holding states responsible is central to modern politics and international relations. States are commonly blamed, praised, punished, obligated, and held liable in various contexts...

Scatter 2 Politics in Deconstruction explores the complex relationship between democracy and sovereignty across a range of texts from ancient to modern philosophy. Geoffrey Bennington's...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is a work of extraordinary difficulty and importance that no serious philosopher can afford to neglect. In it, Wittgenstein explores the...

Hardcover philosophy book by Markus Gabriel, published in 2024. Markus Gabriel challenges traditional views on reality and fiction, arguing that the realm of the illusory is just as real as we think...

The Concept of Representation by Hanna F. Pitkin is a philosophical analysis of the concept of representation, exploring its meaning and significance in understanding human behavior and social...

This 1995 translation presents two treatises that explore the nature of knowledge in the face of skeptical challenges. Rendered from the Latin critical edition and translated by a scholar with...

The Priority of Mind by Keith Ward explores the nature of the mind and its relationship to matter. In this philosophical work, Ward argues that the mind is prior to matter, challenging the...

Virtue Ethics brings together some of the most influential work in this field over the last four decades. This collection explores the ethics of virtue as a rival to other approaches to morality,...

Indian Philosophy: An Introduction to Hindu and Buddhist Thought by Richard King provides a comprehensive overview of the main schools of thought in Hinduism and Buddhism. This book challenges...

Space, Time, and Spacetime explores the fundamental questions about our understanding of space and time. Lawrence Sklar examines the interplay between science and philosophy to address issues such as...

Self-Reliance by Ralph Waldo Emerson explores the importance of individual autonomy and self-reliance in all aspects of life. In this thought-provoking essay, Emerson argues that embracing one's...

A Philosophy of Tragedy explores the human experience of suffering and the role of tragedy in modern life. Drawing on literature and philosophy, Christopher Hamilton offers a thought-provoking...

At fifteen, Confucius' heart was set on learning; by thirty, he stood firm in his convictions. As he grew older, he gained confidence and clarity, eventually reaching a point of understanding at...

Chemistry's Metaphysics by Vanessa A. Seifert explores the relationship between chemistry and the metaphysics of science. This Element investigates five key topics: natural kinds, scientific realism,...

Radicality at the heart of philosophy sustains progressive thinking and refashioning. Philosophy loses touch with what matters if it fails to engage with fundamental issues of living, working,...

The Blackwell Guide to Plato's Republic offers a fresh perspective on this foundational work of Western philosophy. Thirteen new essays by established scholars and younger researchers shed light on...

Epicurus in Rome explores the influence of Greek philosophy on the late Roman Republic. A collection of essays by distinguished international scholars, this volume focuses on the works and views of...

Symposium and the Death of Socrates is a collection of dialogues that explore love, philosophy, and the human condition. In this volume, a group of Athenian aristocrats engage in lively discussions...

Existential Medicine explores the impact of existentialist philosophy on healthcare. A growing body of scholarship has shaped contemporary research in fields such as bioethics, narrative medicine and...

Kant and the Problem of Metaphysics by Martin Heidegger is a foundational work in philosophical inquiry. Originally published in 1927, this influential text has been preserved and republished to...

The Mysterious Flame: Conscious Minds in a Material World by Colin McGinnThis thought-provoking book explores one of science's most profound challenges: understanding consciousness. McGinn argues...

Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Philosophy: Fear and Trembling in Sunnydale By James B. South Open Court Publishing, 2003 This collection of essays explores the philosophical themes underlying the...

Kierkegaard: Concluding Unscientific PostscriptThis influential philosophical text concludes the first phase of Søren Kierkegaard's pseudonymous authorship and is widely regarded as a cornerstone of...

Time for Revolution by Antonio Negri explores the possibility of resistance in a society dominated by capitalism. Written while the author was serving a prison sentence, these two essays reflect his...

Existentialism: A Reconstruction by David E. Cooper is a foundational work that has helped to revive interest in existentialist philosophy since its first publication in 1990.The author places...

Scott Adams and Philosophy: A Critical Examination of His Ideas. Cartoonist, author, and public speaker Scott Adams has written extensively on various topics, including business, philosophy, and...

Nietzsche's Final Teaching by Michael Allen Gillespie is a comprehensive exploration of the philosopher's last period of thought. In this work, Gillespie presents Nietzsche's ideas as he intended...

Deepak Chopra's Seven Spiritual Laws of Success for Parents offers practical and thought-provoking ideas for parents to teach their children timeless wisdom. By applying these laws, families can...

Ralph Waldo Emerson's insightful words have stood the test of time, offering wisdom and inspiration for living a meaningful life. This collection presents over 600 quotes, carefully arranged by...

Existentialism from Within by E L Allen provides a sympathetic analysis of the Existentialist movement, one of the first written in English to tackle this new philosophical approach. First published...

What's It All About? Philosophy and the Meaning of Life by Julian BagginiThis thought-provoking exploration of life's purpose challenges common assumptions about meaning and value. Baggini presents...

Digital communication has become increasingly complex, with digital technologies supporting communication with vast numbers of recipients and amplifying or suppressing content to target specific...

Norman O. Brown's meditation on the human condition explores the long fall from a natural, instinctual innocence. This work is part of a trilogy that continues his earlier explorations in Life...

This introduction to Kant's ethics provides a concise and accessible overview of his moral theory. By exploring the connection between politics and morality, Sullivan explains why Kant believed that...

The Value of Life by John Harris is a thought-provoking exploration of medical ethics and philosophy. First published in 1985, this book has been reissued by Taylor & Francis, an imprint of informa...

Exploring the philosophy of action, this collection of essays by leading philosophers covers a wide range of topics, from the nature of actions to their role in criminal law.The contributors examine...

Twelve great thinkers guide you calmly through life's difficult times, and help you to keep it together. Whether dealing with an unexpected breakup, a nightmare social occasion, or a spurious urge to...

The Roman Republic of Letters: Scholarship, Philosophy, and Politics in the Age of Cicero and Caesar by Katharina Volk explores a pivotal period in intellectual history. In this era, senators engaged...

Plato's Sun-Like Good offers a fresh perspective on the philosopher-rulers and their dialectic in Plato's Republic. Sarah Broadie provides detailed arguments to re-conceptualise central...

Twilight and Philosophy: Vampires, Vegetarians, and the Pursuit of Immortality explores the intersection of philosophy and popular culture through the lens of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series. This...

The Metastases of Enjoyment: On Women and Casualty by Slavoj Zizek This book explores the intersection of ideology, power, and violence in contemporary societies. Drawing on Lacanian psychoanalysis,...

Charles Guignon's exploration of authenticity is a thought-provoking journey into the self. He examines why being authentic has become an ultimate aim for many, and how this concept has evolved over...

The Night in Gethsemane by Massimo Recalcati is a profound meditation on suffering, doubt, and betrayal. In this thought-provoking work, philosopher and psychoanalyst Massimo Recalcati explores the...

Friedrich Nietzsche's notebooks offer a unique glimpse into the mind of one of philosophy's greatest thinkers. This collection brings together a selection of his writings on various subjects,...

Mother Mary's Inspirational Messages, Meditations and Prayers offers a direct connection to the Holy Spirit and the Divine Mother. This book provides messages, meditations and prayers from the Mother...

The Legend of Zelda and Philosophy I Link Therefore I Am explores the connections between the popular video game series and fundamental philosophical concepts. This unique book delves into the world...

Ponderings XII-XV Black Notebooks 1939-1941Third in a series of four "Black Notebooks", this collection of thoughts by Martin Heidegger delves into the historical significance of the early years of...

The internet has long been touted as a tool for community and connection. However, does it truly offer a solution to our social isolation? Hubert Dreyfus explores this question through a diverse...

The Cunning of Uncertainty by Helga Nowotny Hardcover, 220 pages, published 2016. Uncertainty is an inherent part of human existence and scientific research. We have developed various ways to cope...

Time is a dimension we cannot escape. Yet, our experience of time is changing dramatically.Eva Hoffman explores this shift across various fields, from psychoanalysis and neuroscience to biology and...

H.L.A. Hart's work has had a profound impact on the philosophy of law and beyond.This book provides a clear analysis of Hart's contributions to our understanding of the nature of law, examining his...

The Cambridge Companion to Wittgenstein provides an in-depth exploration of the life and work of Ludwig Wittgenstein, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century. This comprehensive...

Gillian Rose's Hegel Contra Sociology presents a forceful defence of Hegelian speculative thought against the backdrop of modern sociological traditions. By examining Hegel's criticisms of Kant and...

Science as Social Knowledge by Helen E. Longino explores the relationship between science and values, challenging traditional views of objectivity in scientific inquiry. Longino argues that a...

This comprehensive introduction to modern symbolic logic provides a rigorous and clear overview of the subject from its elementary concepts. Rudolf Carnap develops the field through the construction...

David Lewis's seminal work presents a forceful argument for a particular view about propositions that express contrary-to-fact conditionals. At its core is his defense of realism about possible...

Public health has never been more important, yet it remains a contentious issue. Policymakers face conflicting priorities between improving population health and respecting individual liberty. This...

Walter Benjamin A Graphic Guide explores the life and ideas of one of modern philosophy's most influential thinkers. This graphic guide delves into Benjamin's commitment to using art as a tool for...

Thomas Kuhn's work has had a profound impact on various fields of study. His influential ideas about scientific revolutions and paradigm shifts continue to shape our understanding of science,...

Incandescent explores what it means to be human in this ambitious philosophical narrative. With its broad references spanning art, poetry, science, philosophy and literature, Serres paints a new...

Spiritual Conversations with a Skeptic explores the nature of consciousness, perception, and awareness through an open-minded dialogue between Bentinho Massaro and his friend Russell D. A unique...

The Cambridge Companion to Hegel explores the complex and multifaceted philosophy of Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel. This comprehensive volume examines all major aspects of his work, including...

This survey explores central topics in the metaphysics of material objects. Four problem spaces are identified: how an object's parts relate to its existence and nature, how it persists through time,...

Shannon Winnubst's Way Too Cool explores how the concept of coolness has evolved in American culture since the 1970s. Initially rooted in post-war black culture as a potent form of resistance to...

First published in 1954, Human Society in Ethics and Politics is Bertrand Russell's comprehensive account of his ethical and political positions. In this work, he explores the relationship between...

Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophical ideas continue to influence modern thought. This study provides a clear and in-depth analysis of his epistemology and metaphysics, covering topics such as truth...

Science in a Free Society by Paul Feyerabend explores the role of science in society, challenging the authority of experts and advocating for greater democracy. Feyerabend argues that scientific...

Conscience: The Origins of Moral Intuition by Patricia Churchland explores how moral systems arise from our physical selves in combination with environmental demands. By examining scientific research...

The Unbelievable Power of Suggestion by Joseph Murphy explores the profound impact of our thoughts and attitudes on our lives. This thought-provoking guide reveals how our minds can shape our...

Blaise Pascal's Pensées offers profound insights into human life and the nature of existence. Compiled from his original notes for "Apology for the Christian Religion," these fragmentary jottings...

Hyperdream is a major new novel by celebrated French author Hélène Cixous. It challenges our most fundamental certainty: death is inevitable, and that's the end.The book invests this fragile idea...

Wittgenstein and Arg: A Critical Introduction to Philosophical Thought This book provides a detailed examination of the work of Ludwig Wittgenstein, one of the most influential philosophers of the...

The Theoretical Framework in Phenomenological Research: Development and Application provides an introduction to phenomenology, covering its origin, main ideas, and core concepts. The authors explore...

A superb translation that captures the rhetorical brilliance of the original text. This edition reflects both the meaning and the beauty of Phaedrus, making it an excellent choice for readers seeking...

Russian Philosophy by Frederick Charles Copleston provides an accessible account of the key thinkers and their relationships to one another. Written as part of an 11-volume series, this introduction...

Roberto Esposito's Bíos explores the radical transformation of politics into biopolitics. This comprehensive analysis examines the origins and meanings of biopolitical discourse, demonstrating why...

Philip K. Dick and Philosophy: Who Adjusts the Adjustment Bureau? Explore the thought-provoking ideas of science fiction writer Philip K. Dick in this collection of essays and analyses. Twenty...

The mystery of human existence has long been a subject of intrigue and debate. Despite advances in science and technology, the nature of consciousness remains an enigma. A new perspective is offered...

Deconstruction in a Nutshell: A Conversation with Jacques Derrida, with a New Introduction. Jacques Derrida's conversation at Villanova University in 1994 offers a comprehensive and valuable...

John Holloway's latest work offers a powerful vision for revolutionary hope in a world dominated by capitalism. In this final part of his trilogy, he brings together anti-capitalism and...

Cicero: On Moral Ends by Marcus Tullius Cicero This translation makes available one of the most significant texts in ancient philosophy, presenting the major ethical theories of its time in an...

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...

Human Rights: Moral Or Political? This edited volume explores the long-standing debate about human rights, examining their nature and role in modern international politics. The contributors engage...

Socrates's greatest failure offers a profound question: can we teach ourselves and others to become better people? Massimo Pigliucci explores this 2,000-year-old inquiry through the story of Socrates...