Philosophy

Averroës presents a compelling case for the role of reason in a community of faith. In "The Book of the Decisive Treatise", he argues that the study of philosophy and logical reasoning is not only...

The Blackwell Guide to Ethical Theory by Hugh LaFollette and Ingmar Persson is a comprehensive survey of ethical theory, written by an international team of leading moral philosophers. This updated...

Heidegger's Children: Hannah Arendt, Karl Löwith, Hans Jonas, and Herbert Marcuse by Richard Wolin explores how four influential Jewish students came to terms with their former professor's...

A Thousand Plateaus: A Reader's Guide by Eugene W. Holland offers a concise and accessible introduction to this complex and influential work of Continental philosophy.Written specifically for...

Torture and Dignity: An Essay on Moral Injury by J. M. Bernstein explores how our understanding of morality is shaped by our experiences of suffering, particularly in the context of torture...

Thomas Kasulis explores how cultural differences shape our understanding of fundamental questions such as reality and artistic creativity. After three decades of cross-cultural study, he identifies...

The Path: What Chinese Philosophers Can Teach Us About the Good Life challenges our modern assumptions about what it takes to flourish. By exploring ancient ideas from Chinese scholars, this book...

Mourning Sickness: Hegel and the French RevolutionThis book explores how philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel responded to the French Revolutionary Terror, drawing parallels with the upheaval in...

The Routledge Handbook of Metaethics provides an in-depth exploration of the contemporary state of metaethics. Written by leading experts, this comprehensive handbook covers forty-four chapters that...

This is Technology Ethics: An Introduction by Sven Nyholm provides an accessible overview of the philosophical study of ethical dilemmas in technology. New technologies have given rise to many new...

Valuing Emotions explores the complexity and importance of emotions in human identity, life, and value. Michael Stocker places emotions at the centre of this inquiry, examining their role in social...

Galen's surviving works on psychology and ethics are now available in one volume, featuring new English translations with substantial introductions, notes, and glossaries. This collection provides...

Charles Taylor's Philosophical Papers: Volume 2 explores fundamental themes in philosophy, including human agency and the self. The author critiques naturalism and its influence on modern culture and...

Charles Mills explores the intersection of philosophy and race in this thought-provoking collection of essays. By examining key concepts such as standpoint epistemology, metaphysics of racial...

Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz: A Life of Intellectual Pursuits This biography offers a comprehensive portrait of one of modern philosophy's most influential thinkers. Maria Rosa Antognazza explores the...

Justice as Fairness: A Restatement by John RawlsThis collection of lectures offers a comprehensive overview of Rawls' theory of justice, drawing on his previous works and revised in light of more...

Aristotle's comprehensive works on ethics and politics are presented in this collection. The Eudemian Ethics and On Virtues and Vices explore the nature of virtues, vices, and human flourishing...

Exploring fundamental concepts that shape our daily lives, Six Great Ideas brings together six essential ideas: Truth, Goodness and Beauty, and Liberty, Equality and Justice. This thought-provoking...

This comprehensive introduction to Arthur Schopenhauer's philosophy provides an in-depth exploration of his life and work. Covering all the main aspects of his metaphysics, including his...

Cybernetics for the 21st Century Vol.1: Epistemological Reconstruction explores the history and development of cybernetics from its roots in Leibniz to modern artificial intelligence and machine...

The My Big TOE Trilogy: A Unified Philosophy for Understanding Reality. This comprehensive trilogy brings together philosophy, physics, and metaphysics to provide a cohesive understanding of our...

This Treatise on the Whole-world by Édouard Glissant explores the complexities of our modern world, shaped by immigration and colonization. Glissant argues that diversity is not something to be...

Reclaiming the first century as common ground rather than the origin of deeply entrenched differences, Susan Buck-Morss liberates the past to speak to us in another way. By challenging conventional...

Being Philosophical: An Introduction to Philosophy and Its Methods by Stephen Hetherington is an accessible guide to philosophical thinking as an activity. The author explores various intellectual...

Develop your critical thinking skills and succeed in your studies with this practical guide. Tom Chatfield provides straightforward advice on how to effectively assess and critique information,...

Introduction to Philosophy by Martin Hollis provides a comprehensive exploration of fundamental philosophical questions. This revised edition updates the classic text, guiding readers through topics...

Five Faces of Modernity explores the evolution of five key terms that have shaped modern thought: modernity, avant-garde, decadence, kitsch, and postmodernism. This study delves into the cultural...

Sir Thomas Browne's Religio Medici and Urne-Buriall is a profound exploration of the intersection between science and faith. In this new edition, annotated by Ramie Targoff and Stephen Greenblatt,...

Action, Embodied Mind, and Life World Focusing at the Existential Level explores how our self-motivated actions shape our understanding of reality. By combining phenomenology with consciousness...

Doing Philosophy: From Common Curiosity to Logical Reasoning by Timothy Williamson explores the nature and goals of philosophy. The author examines how philosophical inquiry begins with everyday...

Pierre Hadot's Selected Writings presents previously unreleased materials from one of the world's most prominent classical philosophers and historians of thought. A passionate advocate for philosophy...

Heidegger and Unconcealment: Truth, Language, and History By Mark A. Wrathall This book explores Heidegger's concept of unconcealment, which is central to his philosophy of truth, language, and...

This book explores the relationship between Heidegger's philosophy and the Orthodox tradition of apophatic theology. Yannaras examines how Heidegger's analysis of Western metaphysics leads to a...

Gadamer: A Guide for the Perplexed provides a clear and concise introduction to the complex ideas of Hans-Georg Gadamer, one of the most influential European philosophers of recent times. His work on...

Understanding Animals: A Philosophical Exploration of Pet Relationships Lars Svendsen explores how humans can gain insight into animal lives through philosophical analysis and scientific discoveries...

Meditations by Marcus AureliusA collection of personal writings used for guidance and self-improvement, offering insights into Stoic philosophy.Written in a reflective style, these meditations...

Lectures on the History of Political PhilosophyThis collection of written lectures and notes by John Rawls offers an account of the liberal political tradition from a leading scholar. Rawls examines...

What Is Subjectivity? by Jean-Paul SartreA collection of essays and lectures from one of philosophy's most influential thinkers, exploring the concept of subjectivity in critical theory.This volume...

French philosopher Gilles Deleuze is known for his ideas on creation and affirmation. In "Dark Deleuze", Andrew Culp challenges the prevailing interpretation of Deleuze's thought, uncovering a...

Starting with Nietzsche provides an accessible introduction to the development and motivation behind Friedrich Nietzsche's key concepts. This book explores the full range of his writings, clarifying...

The One by Whom Scandal ComesRené Girard explores the roots and outcomes of violence across societies in this landmark text. He argues that human conflict arises from the transition from good to bad...

David Papineau's book explores the connections between sport and philosophy, revealing that many sporting puzzles raise long-standing philosophical issues.From the reasons behind sports competitors'...

Towards a Genealogy of Spectacle is an exploration of contemporary experience of spectacle in its multiple layers. It examines the forces that shape spectacular events and aims to understand the...

The Vienna Circle: A Philosophical Study by Victor Kraft. This book offers an exclusive insider's view of the influential Austrian thinkers who shaped modern philosophy. In his discussion, Victor...

Yoga: A Profound Path of Self-Transformation This comprehensive survey explores the 5,000-year-old Yoga tradition, revealing its philosophy and spiritual vision. Georg Feuerstein delves into the full...

The Middle Works of John Dewey, Volume 14 Human Nature and Conduct: An Introduction to Social Psychology is a seminal work by John Dewey, first presented as a series of lectures at Stanford...

The Fragments of CelsusA translation of the earliest surviving substantial criticism of Christianity, this edition presents the work of Celsus in its original form.Translated from Latin and published...

This Sentence is False: An Introduction to Philosophical Paradoxes by Peter CavePacked with puzzles and thought experiments, this lively introduction to paradoxes explores some of the most...

Helping you tackle A level Religious Studies exams with confidence, How to Write Philosophical Essays provides expert guidance on structuring and writing complex arguments.This practical guide takes...

Pierre Gassendi was a major figure in seventeenth-century philosophy and science whose works had a lasting impact on Western intellectual identity. This collection of essays provides the first...

Choosing Freedom: A Kantian Guide to Life by Karen Stohr Immanuel Kant's philosophy offers valuable insights into living a fulfilling life. While he is best known for his formal and abstract ethical...

Ethics by Noel Stewart provides a clear and accessible introduction to moral philosophy. This textbook is ideal for students studying ethics in various subjects, including philosophy, religious...

The Melancholy Science: An Introduction to the Thought of Theodor W. Adorno by Gillian Rose is an in-depth exploration of Adorno's work and its lasting impact. This book reveals the connections...

If You Should Fail by Joe Moran offers a refreshingly honest perspective on life's inevitable setbacks. Professor Moran reassures us that failure is an occupational hazard of being human, and it's...

Sigmund Freud's life and work continue to appeal to readers. Joel Whitebook presents a radically new biography that explores the man behind psychoanalysis, cutting through stereotypes to reveal his...

Wisdom A Skill Theory by Cheng-hung Tsai is an exploration of the nature and acquisition of wisdom. The author develops and defends a skill theory of wisdom, arguing that a wise person knows what...

A.C. Grayling's latest philosophical work continues his exploration of life and its meaning. In this collection of essays, he poses fundamental questions about human existence: what kind of life is...

Bertrand Russell's thoughts on atheism, religious morality and the impact of science on society are presented in this concise collection of essays.This work offers insight into Russell's...

The Livable and the Unlivable by Judith Butler and Frédéric Worms is a thought-provoking dialogue that explores the concept of the unlivable, or the most extreme point of human suffering and...

Édouard Glissant: A Poetics of Resistance offers a detailed analysis of the thought and work of Édouard Glissant, a leading voice in contemporary debates about postcolonialism and globalization. Sam...

The Corpus Hermeticum is a collection of ancient Greek texts attributed to Hermes Trismegistus. This English translation presents the key teachings and principles of Hermetic philosophy, offering...

Character Matters: Practical Strategies for Building Strong Personal Character in Children. Award-winning psychologist and educator Thomas Lickona offers more than one hundred practical strategies to...

The Politics and Poetics of Everyday Life by Kristin Ross explores the concept of everyday life as a site for social transformation. By examining various discourses, practices, and knowledges, Ross...

This introduction to metaphysics provides a clear and concise exploration of one of philosophy's most fundamental branches. Tomasz Bigaj guides readers through key questions about reality, including...

Marcus Aurelius' Meditations is a timeless collection of personal notes that offer practical wisdom for living a good life. Written as a series of reflections during his reign as Roman emperor, the...

Ancient philosophy was more than just a way of life in accordance with the divine or human intellect. It was also a path of alchemical transformation and mystical illumination, achieved through...

Cosmotechnics For a Renewed Concept of Technology in the Anthropocene by Yuk Hui and Pieter Lemmens explores the relationship between technology and our understanding of the world. Building on Martin...

John McDowell's influential papers on ethics and philosophy are collected in this volume. The essays explore the interpretation of Aristotle and Plato's ethical writings, as well as moral philosophy...

Aristotle's Politics is a foundational work in political philosophy, exploring the nature of justice, equality, and the ideal form of government. This edition features a critical introduction by W.D...

Human Nature by David Berlinski challenges prevailing views on human progress and the nature of humanity. Drawing on history, mathematics, logic, and literature, Berlinski argues that conventional...

Starry Speculative Corpse Horror of Philosophy by Eugene Thacker explores the idea that knowledge can lead to confusion and uncertainty. Thacker reads philosophical works as if they were horror...

Self-Renewal: The Individual and the Innovative Society by John William Gardner explores how societies thrive and die. Gardner argues that it is dynamism, not decay, that shapes American society in...

In Bed with Madness: Trying to make sense in a world that doesn't A powerful and profound critique of contemporary culture, stylishly written. This book presents a scathing indictment of our age's...

Christina M. Gschwandtner offers a comprehensive and critical analysis of Jean-Luc Marion's philosophy and theology in this exploration of saturated phenomena and the phenomenology of givenness...

The Spirit of Noh: A New Translation of the Classic Noh Treatise, the Fushikaden. This influential treatise by Zeami provides practical instruction for actors and offers valuable teachings on the...

Simone Weil's philosophy encompasses a wide range of subjects, including politics, religion, and sociology. This collection presents her most important writings, offering insight into her thoughts on...

A Derrida Reader Between the Blinds by Jacques DerridaThis comprehensive collection brings together key works by one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century, exploring the intersections...

The second volume in Frederick Copleston's comprehensive history of philosophy explores the medieval period. As an introduction for Catholic ecclesiastical seminaries, this 11-volume series provides...

This Idea Must Die: Scientific Theories That Are Blocking ProgressJohn Brockman brings together 175 brilliant minds to tackle the question: what scientific idea needs to be put aside in order to make...

The Order of Natural Necessity: A Kind of Introduction to Critical Realism is based on six hours of live streamed talks given by Professor Roy Bhaskar, originator of Critical Realism. This book...

The Curatorial: A Philosophy of Curating by Jean-Paul Martinon offers a fresh approach to understanding the activity of curating. It distinguishes between 'curating' and 'the curatorial', exploring...

Monsters in our language: how everyday metaphors can dominate and limit our thinking. This book explores the power of common metaphors to shape our understanding of the world, often at the expense of...

Great Ideas Common Sense by Thomas Paine is a collection of writings that have had a profound impact on history. From debate and dissent to war and revolution, these ideas have shaped civilization...

Jacques Rancière's Modern Times Temporality in Art and Politics is a radical critique of modernist ideology. He challenges the traditional view of time as a linear progression from past to future,...

The Great Chain of Being: A Study of the History of an Idea By Arthur O. Lovejoy From ancient to modern times, a particular view of the world's structure was widely accepted by philosophers and...

This deeply personal and philosophical work explores the darkest corners of human existence. E.M. Cioran's "On the Heights of Despair" delves into the abyss of madness, death, and the absurdity of...

This collection of writings explores the philosophical underpinnings of Battlestar Galactica. The authors examine the series' themes and issues through analysis of its characters, episodes, and...

The Philosophy of Aikido by John Stevens is an insightful exploration of the system of beliefs that underpins this martial art. This book provides a clear and comprehensive understanding of Aikido's...

The Principles of the Most Ancient and Modern Philosophy by Anne Conway is a groundbreaking work of 17th-century philosophy. Translated into modern English for the first time, this fully annotated...

Wisdom of the Idiots by Idries Shah is a collection of stories that reveal the wisdom of Sufis, who possess a depth of understanding that transcends intellectual knowledge. These exercise-stories are...

Philosophy Bites brings together 25 of the most engaging and thought-provoking conversations from the popular website philosophybites.com. Leading philosophers discuss a wide range of topics, from...

Discover the key to living a fearless and fulfilling life with It's About You! Know Your Self, a thought-provoking guide to understanding your multi-dimensional self.This book offers a unique...

Brothers on Life is a deeply personal exploration of life's complexities, told through reflections, childhood photographs and stories from two brothers. The book is divided into three acts, each...

The Dialogues of Socrates by Platon A collection of six dialogues that offer a unique insight into the life and philosophy of Socrates. These conversations, as recorded by Plato, explore fundamental...

Dan Zahavi's Self and Other explores fundamental questions about selfhood, empathy, and shame. How do we understand others, and what does that reveal about ourselves? This book delves into debates in...

Raymond Smullyan on Self Reference is a collection of contributions honoring the work of Professor Raymond Smullyan, a mathematician, philosopher, musician, and logic puzzle inventor. This volume...

Gender and the Media offers a critical introduction to the study of gender in the media, exploring the contradictory character of contemporary gender representations. This book examines how women and...

India What Can it Teach Us? by Friedrich Max Müller This collection of lectures explores the significance of India, particularly Vedic India, as a model of virtue and morality. Muller argues that...

Ludwig Wittgenstein: The Meaning of Life is a collection of private letters, remarks, and notes that explore Wittgenstein's thoughts on ethics, religion, goodness, value, and moral action. Widely...

Inwardness: An Outsider's Guide by Jonardon Ganeri explores how we experience our inner lives. Philosophers from diverse cultures and traditions have offered different perspectives on this topic,...