Philosophy

The Discovery of Time explores how our understanding of time has evolved over history, examining its relationship with nature, human existence and society.Through a discussion of key concepts and...

Avishai Margalit examines the moral limits of political compromise, exploring when it is acceptable and when it becomes fundamentally rotten. He argues that even for the sake of peace, there are...

Giordano Bruno's cosmological dialogues offer a profound exploration of the infinite universe and its many worlds. Drawing on the ideas of Lucretius, Nicholas da Cusa, and others, Bruno developed a...

Thinking with Whitehead: A Free and Wild Creation of Concepts by Isabelle Stengers. This comprehensive work introduces Alfred North Whitehead's thought in a way that is both accessible and erudite...

The Instant of My Death / Demeure Fiction and Testimony by Maurice Blanchot and Elizabeth Rottenberg is a significant philosophical text that explores the nature of writing, testimony, and truth...

Revolution at the Gates: Selected Writings of Lenin from 1917 by V.I. Lenin. In this collection of writings, V.I. Lenin's remarkable ability to grasp the significance of extraordinary historical...

Mortimer J. Adler's guide to considering life's big questions offers a thought-provoking exploration of Western civilization and its enduring ideas.Through his extensive knowledge of literature,...

Sad Love Romance and the Search for Meaning by Carrie Jenkins explores the complexities of love, moving beyond the idealised notion of romantic happiness to reveal its darker side. The author argues...

Levinas and Analytic Philosophy explores the relevance of Emmanuel Levinas's work to recent developments in analytic philosophy. Contemporary philosophers have found common ground with Levinas's...

Animal ethics is a complex and multifaceted field that Lori Gruen explores in this comprehensive introduction. By examining case studies and ethical theory, she encourages readers to engage...

The Cynics were ancient Greek philosophers who stood against the excesses of society. Their "less is more" approach to life offers a powerful critique of our world's materialism and conformity. This...

Félix Guattari's Diagrammatic Thought offers a unique perspective on intellectual and political trends in France and beyond during the second half of the twentieth century. Written by Janell Watson,...

The Atlas of Reality: A Comprehensive Guide to Metaphysics presents an extensive examination of the key concepts and principles of metaphysics. Drawing from historic sources and cutting-edge...

The Guide for the Perplexed by Moses Maimonides is a seminal work that reconciles religious beliefs with philosophical thought. Written in the 12th century, this influential text seeks to find common...

First published in 1989, Žižek's The Sublime Object of Ideology is a groundbreaking work that has had a lasting impact on contemporary commentary. This influential book introduced the...

Breakfast with Seneca: A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living Discover the timeless wisdom of one of history's most influential philosophers. David Fideler brings together the key teachings of Seneca,...

Richard Kearney's thought-provoking exploration of the nature of God challenges traditional notions of divinity. He proposes that instead of thinking of God as an actual entity, it may be more...

Pico della Mirandola's Oration on the Dignity of Man is a foundational text of Renaissance thought. First composed in 1486 as an inaugural speech, it presents a profound vision of human potential and...

Democracy is in trouble. What's going wrong? Lottocracy argues that the problem lies at the heart of modern democracy: the election. Elections are failing as accountability mechanisms, providing...

A collection of Eastern and Western sayings, haiku, poetry, and inspiring quotations that invites you to explore a fresh way of looking at the world. This thought-provoking book aims to point to...

Beyond Bad: How Obsolete Morals Are Holding Us Back by Chris Paley. Morals have shaped human history, from building walls to governing our sex lives. Yet, what if these moral codes are no longer...

Philosophers on Art from Kant to the Postmodernists A Critical Reader brings together twenty-five texts on art written by twenty philosophers. These essays cover a range of topics, including...

Giorgio Agamben's latest work, The Use of Bodies, represents the culmination of his twenty-year project to re-examine the foundations of Western politics and thought. This comprehensive volume...

First to articulate the foundations of true philosophy, Parmenides' work has had a profound impact on Western thought. His poem and philosophical principles continue to illuminate the minds of...

Benedict Allen's extraordinary journey into the heart of New Guinea is one of adventure and self-discovery. Living among missionaries in West Papua, he became fascinated with the mysterious Obini,...

Left-Wing Melancholia: Marxism, History, and Memory by Enzo Traverso explores how the political left has understood history since the fall of communism. A culture of defeat and melancholy has...

Karl Popper's The Open Society and Its Enemies is a foundational work in political philosophy that has had a profound impact on modern thought. First published in 1945, this two-volume masterpiece...

The Fold: A Philosophy for Living in an Infinitely Connected Cosmos Laura U. Marks offers a unique perspective on our place within the universe, suggesting that every entity - from humans to objects...

The Dragon Within by Araya Anra explores the connection between ancient traditions and modern spirituality. This book delves into the role of dragons in our ascension process, revealing their...

The Opening of Hegel's Logic: From Being to Infinity is a groundbreaking study that sheds new light on one of the most influential philosophers in modern thought. Stephen Houlgate's work dispels...

The Oxford Handbook of the History of Political Philosophy presents fifty original essays by leading figures in the field, covering the entire subject of political philosophy's history. This...

Ancient Wisdom and Modern Misconceptions A Critique of Contemporary Scientism by Wolfgang Smith explores how traditional Christian cosmology can provide new insights into the physical sciences. By...

Transhumanism: A Grimoire of Alchemical Agendas by Scott D. de Hart and Joseph P. Farrell explores the concept of transhumanism, revealing its roots in ancient alchemy and its modern-day implications...

Anger and Forgiveness: Resentment, Generosity, Justice by Martha C. Nussbaum In this thought-provoking exploration, philosopher Martha C. Nussbaum challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding...

A.C. Grayling's latest collection of essays explores the mysteries that surround us, from the human experience to the world around us. By reflecting on science, literature and history, Grayling...

Mark Edmundson's Self and Soul: A Defense of Ideals is an impassioned critique of Western society, challenging the values that once gave life meaning and worth. In this powerful and heartfelt book,...

Capitalism: A Conversation in Critical Theory by Nancy Fraser and Rahel Jaeggi offers a fresh perspective on the nature of capitalism. The authors examine how various regimes of capitalism have...

Daniel C. Dennett's memoir offers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of philosophy's most influential thinkers. Spanning his remarkable career and lifelong scientific pursuits, Dennett reflects on...

The Spirit of Terrorism by Jean Baudrillard In this thought-provoking work, Jean Baudrillard explores the nature of terrorism and its impact on modern society. He argues that the power of terrorists...

Aretē Excellence Or Virtue presents the ancient Greek concept of excellence or virtue in their own words. From Homer's Iliad to the poet Tyrtaeus' declaration that aretē is the "best and noblest...

The Bulletin of the Institute of Classical Studies Supplement explores the work of Porphyry, a significant philosopher in his own right and pupil of Plotinus. Recent years have seen renewed interest...

Aristotle's groundbreaking work in biology began with his observations of the natural world. On the island of Lesbos, he catalogued the animals that lived there, including their mating habits and...

Quantum Capitalism: A Groundbreaking Theory of Money, Power, and ProsperityThis influential book presents a penetrating analysis of the mechanics of money, power, and prosperity, exposing profound...

The Essential Writings of Machiavelli brings together a comprehensive collection of works by one of history's most influential thinkers. This volume features essays and treatises that showcase...

An Introduction to Feminism by Lorna Finlayson provides a clear and critical overview of feminist theory, bringing the subject to life through its exploration of practice and activism. This inclusive...

Jean-François Lyotard's rigorous explication of Kant's Critique of Judgment, focusing on sections 23-29: the Analytic of the Sublime, offers a close reading of this complex philosophical text.This...

The Shorter Logical Investigations by Edmund Husserl is a foundational work in the philosophy of phenomenology. First published in 1901, this influential text has had a lasting impact on the...

The Heart of Philosophy by Jacob Needleman is a guide for those seeking to understand philosophy's life-transforming qualities. It provides a practical approach to self-knowledge, drawing on the...

Film as Philosophy explores the intersection of film and philosophy, examining whether films can be considered philosophical in nature. Bringing together leading scholars from around the world, this...

Goops and How to Be Them by Gelett Burgess is a thought-provoking work that has been valued throughout history. To ensure its enduring significance, Alpha Editions has republished this book in a...

Georg Simmel's sociological writings are reinterpreted through a dialectical lens in this new analysis. The authors examine key social forms - including fashion, secrets, and money - as...

Philosophy and Philosophers: An Introduction to Western Philosophy by John ShandThis critical introduction explores contemporary philosophical issues in the theory of truth, providing clear and...

John Locke's Essay Concerning Human Understanding is a foundational work in modern philosophy that explores the nature of knowledge and its relationship to human understanding. Locke's investigation...

Pink Floyd and Philosophy Careful with that Axiom, Eugene! delves into the heart of one of rock's most iconic bands by examining ideas and concepts usually encountered in philosophical texts...

The Natural Bliss of Being offers a transformative journey to self-realization, revealing one's own "enlightened self-nature" directly. This book provides explanations, insights and practical methods...

Martha Nussbaum explores how emotions can foster commitment to shared goals and keep at bay the forces of disgust and envy in her latest work on political philosophy.In this thought-provoking book,...

The Humanist Principle: Compassion and Tolerance brings together two prominent thinkers to explore pressing questions about science, religion, ethics, and humanism. Felix Unger and Daisaku Ikeda...

The Critique of Pure Reason (abridged) by Immanuel Kant is an ideal introduction to his influential philosophical work. This thoughtful abridgment brings together key selections from the original...

A Philosophy of Madness: The Experience of Psychotic Thinking by Wouter Kusters This book explores the intersection of philosophy and psychosis, examining how philosophical inquiry can sometimes lead...

Letters from a Stoic (Complete) (Royal Collector's Edition) This comprehensive collection of 124 letters offers a unique glimpse into the inner life of one of ancient Rome's most influential...

John Locke: A Biography by Roger Woolhouse This comprehensive biography offers a detailed and systematic account of John Locke's life and ideas. Against the backdrop of 17th-century England,...

William J. Morgan explores the moral dimensions of sport in this thought-provoking analysis.The author examines the Olympic Games from 1906 to 1924, highlighting the debate between athletic...

Greeks and Barbarians explores how the ancient Greeks viewed foreign peoples and their cultures. The book examines the Greek representations of non-Greek societies, revealing the complexities and...

An Essay on Man is a profound synthesis of contemporary knowledge that offers a unique interpretation of our time's intellectual crisis. Ernst Cassirer presents a powerful vindication of humanity's...

Aquinas's Philosophy of Religion by P. O'Grady explores the key concepts and arguments that underpin Thomas Aquinas's approach to philosophy and theology, particularly in relation to his views on...

A collection of essays exploring Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics, this unique volume offers new insights and perspectives on the development of character and its relationship to thoughtful habits...

Anger has a bad reputation, often seen as counterproductive and destructive. However, philosopher Myisha Cherry argues that this negative perception is misplaced. In fact, anger can be a powerful...

Alfarabi's Political Writings, Volume II: "Political Regime" and "Summary of Plato's Laws" presents two key works by this influential medieval philosopher. Translated with introductions and...

The World We Want: How and Why the Ideals of the Enlightenment Still Elude Us This book explores the future world that Enlightenment intellectuals had envisioned, comparing it to our present reality...

Søren Kierkegaard's Writings A collection of philosophical works by the 19th-century Danish philosopher, rediscovered in the 20th century. This edition brings together key writings that have had a...

Eurocentrism challenges traditional views of world history, offering a radical reinterpretation that emphasizes the Arab Islamic world's crucial role. Written by renowned political economist Samir...

The Crisis of Modernity by Augusto Del Noce is a collection of essays and lectures that explore the cultural history of the twentieth century. Del Noce argues that Western culture was profoundly...

The Spiritual History of English by Andrew Thornton-Norris explores 1,500 years of literary history to argue that the demise of English literature reveals the heavy cost of rejecting objective moral...

A young philosopher's life is turned around by a chance discovery in a neglected library. John Kaag, disheartened by his marriage and career, stumbles upon West Wind, an estate in New Hampshire that...

Back to the Truth: A comprehensive exploration of Advaita philosophy. This systematic treatment of Advaita demystifies its principles and approaches, allowing you to discern which method is most...

The Pecking Order: A Philosophical Problem by Niko Kolodny Our political thinking is often driven by an aversion to hierarchy, rather than commitments to freedom or fairness. Niko Kolodny argues that...

Thirty leading neuroscientists and philosophers engage in a lively discussion about free will, exploring its relationship with determinism and conscious control. This collection of bidirectional...

Epictetus's 'Encheiridion' A New Translation and Guide to Stoic Ethics by Scott Aikin and William O. Stephens provides a comprehensive introduction to this influential work of Stoic philosophy. This...

Catherine Malabou's "The New Wounded" explores the intersection of psychoanalysis and contemporary neurobiology in understanding trauma and psychic wounds. This philosophical approach focuses on the...

Contractualism by Jussi Suikkanen is an in-depth exploration of T.M. Scanlon's influential philosophical theory. This Element examines the contractualist framework and its various applications,...

Owen Barfield's latest collection of essays explores an essential aspect of human consciousness rarely before examined. In this thought-provoking work, he delves into the nature of our spiritual...

Philosophy of Art: A Contemporary Introduction by Noël Carroll provides an in-depth exploration of philosophical aesthetics, introducing students to key concepts and techniques of analytic philosophy...

Recognizing Justice for Citizens with Cognitive Disabilities explores the concept of justice in relation to citizens with cognitive disabilities. Kacey Brooke Warren examines four influential...

African Philosophy: An Introduction explores the fundamental questions that confront the African, such as the nature of the universe, humanity, and the self. This philosophical discipline is a quest...

The Book of Undoing offers an experiential journey into Nondual awareness. This unique book invites you to participate in a mock Direct Pointing session with its author, helping many people worldwide...

The Dictionary of Non-Philosophy by François Laruelle is a comprehensive guide to a philosophical project that challenges traditional notions of philosophy itself. With a detailed introduction and a...

Cicero's influential writings on Stoicism offer a unique perspective on religion and the divine. In "How to Think about God", Cicero presents his thoughts on belief, divinity, and human immortality...

The Moral Foundation of Right by Paul Guyer explores the concept of 'Right' as defined by Immanuel Kant. According to Kant, 'Right' is the condition that exists among individuals who are physically...

The Numinous Way of Pathei-Mathos is a philosophical compendium that explores the concept of empathy and its role in individual transformation. This work delves into the principles of change,...

Philosophy of Mind by Jaegwon Kim is a comprehensive survey of the subject, focusing on the mind-body problem and related issues. This updated third edition reflects developments in the field over...

David Lewis's Convention offers a profound analysis of social conventions as regularities in resolving coordination problems. Published in 2002, this philosophical study examines how common interests...

Love and the Postmodern Predicament Rediscovering the Real in Beauty, Goodness, and Truth by D. C. Schindler In an age where our experience of reality is increasingly mediated through screens, we...

Post-Growth Living offers an urgent plea for a new vision of the good life, one that delinks prosperity from endless growth. In this timely intervention, philosopher Kate Soper argues that the mass...

Vampyroteuthis Infernalis A Treatise, with a Report by the Institut Scientifique de Recherche Paranaturaliste is a thought-provoking exploration of human existence through the lens of an...

Sanskrit for Seekers provides a comprehensive introduction to the script and language, enabling you to read, pronounce words and look them up in a dictionary. This guide uses the ITRANS...

Topology of Violence by Byung-Chul Han explores how violence has evolved in modern society. From its visible forms, such as brute force and martial conflict, to its more subtle manifestations,...

Proverbs from the Ming Dynasty offer timeless wisdom and insights into the human experience.Shared from generation to generation since the 16th century, these proverbs are a collection of life...

The Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a profound collection of reflections that have stood the test of time. Written in clear and accessible language, these private meditations offer insights into...

This introduction to metaphysics explores core issues that have shaped philosophical debate throughout history. Anna Marmodoro and Erasmus Mayr present a neo-Aristotelian approach, balancing opposing...