Philosophy

This collection of essays by Paul Ricoeur offers a comprehensive introduction to his contributions to sociological theory. Featuring many previously untranslated works, it provides a lucid overview...

German Philosophy and the First World War explores how the devastating conflict impacted the development of German philosophy. By examining the works of ten influential thinkers who wrote during and...

This comprehensive introduction to Confucianism explores the history and core principles of this influential philosophical tradition. Despite its significance, there is a lack of straightforward...

De Mysteriis by Iamblichus presents a unique insight into late Neoplatonism's mystical side. This work argues that union with the gods is the only true good, and that theurgy - religious ritual...

Demonology in Modern English is a philosophical monograph written by King James VI of Scotland and England, first published in 1597. This work explores supernatural entities believed to roam the...

Dennett's groundbreaking work on the relationship between mind and body is presented in this seminal text. Cognitive science advances form the basis for his theory of human consciousness, offering a...

Howard Caygill's Force and Understanding brings together his most significant philosophical essays, offering rich and rigorous readings of canonical and lesser-known figures and texts. This...

Alain Badiou's Lacan Anti-Philosophy 3 is a transcript of his year-long seminar on Jacques Lacan's psychoanalytic theory, offering a highly original and compelling account of Lacan's ideas. Badiou...

John Searle's introduction to the philosophy of mind presents a comprehensive and engaging overview of one of the most intriguing areas of philosophy.The author tackles twelve fundamental problems in...

Jean-Luc Marion's work has had a profound impact on European philosophy, particularly in the areas of phenomenology and theology. This collection of essays brings together leading scholars from...

Four people with differing views meet on a train and engage in conversation about their beliefs. Their discussion ranges from logical reasoning to heated debate. As they talk, each person's...

First published in 1937, this influential philosophical essay by Jean-Paul Sartre challenges prevailing theories of the self and consciousness. Sartre argues that the ego is not a fixed entity within...

The Science and Philosophy in the Indian Buddhist Classics, Vol. 4 Philosophical Topics presents a comprehensive exploration of key philosophical topics in the Indian Buddhist tradition. This final...

Vilém Flusser's Post-History is a thought-provoking exploration of our contemporary world and its implications for freedom. In this collection of essays, Flusser examines the concept of "program" as...

Thirty is a collection of more than two hundred and thirty quotes, advice, and lessons from writer and philosopher Emily Maroutian. Written largely within her thirtieth year, the book offers...

The Prison Before the Panopticon Incarceration in Ancient and Modern Political Philosophy by Jacob Abolafia explores the history of incarceration in Western political thought. Debates about penal...

Philosophy For Life is an introduction to the history of Western thought, offering a toolkit for using philosophy in daily life. As you read, you'll develop your own critical and creative thinking by...

Experience and Nature is an enlarged and revised edition of John Dewey's 1925 lectures, offering a comprehensive exploration of his philosophical framework. Dewey examines the interrelationship...

Yuriko Saito's groundbreaking study explores our everyday aesthetic experiences and their significance in shaping our lives. By examining a wide range of examples from nature, objects, and culture,...

Doubt: A History explores the profound impact of questioning and uncertainty on human thought and innovation. From ancient Greek philosophers to modern thinkers like Darwin and Freud, this book...

This guide to clear and critical thinking offers practical advice on how to improve your mental habits and study skills. Tom Chatfield presents ten key concepts that help you apply what you've...

Habermas and the Public Sphere is a collection of essays that respond to Jürgen Habermas's influential work on the relationship between civil society and public life. This book brings together...

Moral Wisdom and Good Lives by John Kekes explores the concept of moral wisdom as a vital virtue for living a fulfilling life. Kekes argues that moral wisdom is not an all-or-nothing quality, but...

Capitalism: The Story Behind the Word by Michael Sonenscher explores how the concept has evolved over time. The author examines the history behind the word and its connection to public debt, war...

A Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most By Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun and Ryan McAnnally-Linz What kind of life would be truly worth wanting? Swept up in the obstacles of the...

A thought-provoking exploration of the value of useless knowledge. Nuccio Ordine argues that the liberal arts and curiosity-driven research are essential for human dignity, love, and truth in a world...

Facts and Explanations in International Studies... and Beyond by Patrick Thaddeus JacksonThis book explores the relationship between facts, explanations, and knowledge in social sciences. It argues...

Science, Perception and Reality by Wilfrid Sellars is a collection of eleven essays that explore the relationship between science, perception, and philosophy. This thought-provoking work features key...

The Courtier and the Heretic: Leibniz, Spinoza, and the Fate of God in the Modern World by Matthew Stewart. In 17th-century Europe, philosophy was a perilous pursuit. Two men, Gottfried Wilhelm...

The Epicurus Reader Selected Writings and TestimoniaA comprehensive collection of ancient texts that reveal the philosophy of Epicurus, one of the most influential thinkers in Western thought.This...

Queer Ecologies: Sex, Nature, Politics, Desire explores the intersections of sexuality and environmental studies. Contributors from diverse disciplines examine critical, philosophical, and political...

Gilbert Simondon's Being and Technology offers a comprehensive exploration of his philosophical thought. This collection of essays provides insight into Simondon's central ideas and their...

Aristotle's "Art of Rhetoric" has shaped thought on the theory and practice of persuasive speech for over two thousand years. This work explores the nature of rhetoric, its three kinds, and the modes...

Economic inequality is one of the most divisive issues of our time. Yet few would argue that poverty is not a greater evil than inequality itself. Poverty is suffering due to lack, not because others...

This translation of Plato's Symposium offers an accessible and readable introduction to one of philosophy's most enduring works. With clear typography and thoughtful layout decisions, the text is...

The Darkest Timeline by Bram E. Gieben is a thought-provoking collection of 9 theoretical essays that explore the possibility of our species' demise. With sardonic wit and erudition, Gieben examines...

Mary Midgley's memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of one of the UK's leading moral philosophers. In this moving account, she recounts her friendships, philosophical debates and experiences...

The Principal Doctrines & Letter to Menoeceus is a collection of quotes and a letter that summarize the ethical theory of Epicurus.Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher whose teachings have had a...

Martin Heidegger's Phenomenological Interpretation of Kant's Critique of Pure Reason is a close reading of Emmanuel Kant's foundational work in modern philosophy. This 1927-28 university lecture...

The Submerged Reality: Sophiology and the Turn to a Poetic Metaphysics by Michael Martin explores the concept of sophiology as a way of perceiving the divine Wisdom, Sophia. This approach challenges...

Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Wittgenstein and the Tractatus Logico-philosophicus by Michael Rowland MorrisThis guide provides a clear understanding of Wittgenstein's influential work, the...

Forget Foucault by Jean Baudrillard In this provocative essay, Jean Baudrillard challenges the influential ideas of Michel Foucault, presenting them as a "mythic discourse" that needs to be...

A comprehensive collection of lives and opinions from famous philosophers. Diogenes Laertius' work is a valuable resource for understanding Greek philosophy, comprising ten books divided into two...

This influential work by H. Paul Grice is a collection of essays that have been carefully arranged to showcase his distinctive approach to philosophical thinking.Grice's ideas have had a significant...

This concise book explores the fundamental building blocks of reality as outlined in Vedic philosophy. According to Shankaracharya, these building blocks form the basis of all entities, including our...

Jakob von Uexküll's groundbreaking work explores the unique environments built and inhabited by individual animal species and individuals within those species. He asks fundamental questions about the...

The Greek Sophists explores the art of rhetoric and the importance of persuasive public speaking in ancient Athens. By mid-5th century BC, the ability to command the attention of the people had...

Alasdair MacIntyre explores some central philosophical, political and moral claims of modernity and argues that a proper understanding of human goods requires a rejection of these claims. In this...

The Routledge Companion to Feminist Philosophy is an authoritative guide to the key topics and debates in feminist philosophy. This comprehensive volume brings together fifty-six chapters written by...

Unworkable Delusions of an Imploding Civilization by Fabio Vighi explores the correlation between capital, work, and ideology in the context of our globalized world. The author examines three key...

Jan Patočka's philosophical work combines elements of Husserl and Heidegger to form a distinct voice. This volume explores the themes of subject, body, human community, and the phenomenological...

Promethean Pirate is a philosophical work that concludes Jason Reza Jorjani's trilogy, beginning with Faustian Futurist and Uber Man. This book reveals surprising truths behind narratives from those...

Philosophy of Sport: Key Questions provides an accessible and comprehensive guide to the philosophy of sport. It explores the main issues, ideas and literature in the field, covering topics such as...

Living in Time: The Philosophy of Henri BergsonThis book presents a comprehensive exploration of Bergson's thought, covering his theories on time, perception, memory, and consciousness. Barry Allen...

The New Science by Giambattista Vico is a foundational work of Italian philosophy that reinterprets human civilization through its historical development. First published in 1725 and revised in...

Dual-aspect monism offers a unique perspective on understanding consciousness and its place in nature. This approach considers the mental and physical as two aspects of one underlying,...

With Power Comes Responsibility: A Fundamental Reassessment of Structural Injustice Maeve McKeown explores how power and responsibility function in today's world, moving beyond widely accepted...

Baltasar Gracián's El Discreto: The Complete Man is a profound treatise on moral and political philosophy, literature, criticism, human nature, morality, and social relationships. Written in the 17th...

East & West explores the connections and commonalities between Eastern and Western philosophical and religious traditions. This collection of essays and reviews by Julius Evola examines a wide range...

Universals and Scientific Realism: Volume 1 explores one of philosophy's most enduring conundrums: the nature of universals. David Armstrong examines the main approaches to this problem, critically...

The Way of Tea: A Journey Through Cha Dao. In ancient China, the art of drinking tea was more than just a simple ritual - it was a way of life rooted in the philosophy of Daoism. This tradition,...

Metaphysics and Epistemology: A Guided Anthology offers a comprehensive introduction to key themes, thinkers, and texts in metaphysics and epistemology. This anthology brings together a diverse range...

Cool Philosophy offers fifty fact-tastic ways to advance your thinking skills, making it easier to navigate life's challenges. This book explores the key philosophic principles of famous thinkers,...

The Decomposition of Man: Identity, Technocracy, and the Church By James Kalb Our social crisis is rooted in the erosion of traditional identities. As familial, religious, and communal arrangements...

For centuries, the origins of the Arts and Sciences have been shrouded in mystery. A long-held narrative has posited that Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were the epitomes of intellectual greatness,...

The Ideal Muslimah by Ibn Kathir provides guidance for women seeking to live a virtuous life. Written in a clear and concise manner, this book offers valuable insights into the relationship between a...

Philosophy of Mind: An Introduction by Tim Bayne provides a comprehensive overview of key topics and debates in the philosophy of mind. This major new introduction takes into account recent...

This textbook offers a critical introduction to the central issues in the philosophy of language. It explores key texts that have shaped the subject, using them as a starting point for understanding...

Annie Besant's Occult Chemistry explores the connection between the physical world and the realm of the unknown. First published in 1908, this book presents a unique approach to understanding the...

Introducing Philosophy of Mind: A Beginner's Guide by Edward Feser. This engaging introduction to the philosophy of mind explores the central questions of the discipline, providing a lively and...

The Purity Fetish and the Crisis of Western Marxism by Carlos L. Garrido explores the concept of the purity fetish in the context of Western Marxism and contemporary U.S. socialism. Garrido traces...

The human race has never had it so good. In this thought-provoking book, national investment expert Alexander Green reveals that despite negative media coverage, our lives today are wealthy beyond...

The Road to Character by David BrooksThis thought-provoking book explores how our core principles should inform our lives, rather than external success. Drawing on the experiences of inspiring...

Metaphysics as a Guide to Morals explores the challenges posed by the decline of religion and the increasing influence of science on our moral values. Iris Murdoch examines how we can reconcile...

A leading German philosopher presents his most ambitious work yet on the nature of knowledge. Markus Gabriel argues that being wrong about things defines the human condition. For millennia,...

The Protagoras: A Dialogue on Education and the Good Life In this thought-provoking dialogue, Plato presents a critical examination of the educational methods of the sophists, who claimed to teach...

Proclus An Introduction by Radek Chlup provides a comprehensive overview of the philosophical system of Proclus of Lycia. This book offers a detailed exploration of his metaphysics, theology,...

Cain's Act by Massimo Recalcati is an urgent reflection on violence, morality and our relationship with others. It explores how delusions of self-sufficiency and individual perfection can lead to...

Thoughts For Young Men by J.C. Ryle is a concise and powerful guide for men seeking to grow in their faith.Written in 1888, this slim volume offers practical counsel and warnings for young men...

Yoga is often associated with physical postures and exercises, but it encompasses much more. This revised edition of A Student's Guide to the History and Philosophy of Yoga explores yoga in its...

Aesthetics and Nature: The Appreciation of Natural Beauty and the Environment by Glenn Parsons explores how our experience of natural beauty informs our relationship with the environment. This second...

Discover the wisdom of Confucius in a way that's easy to understand and apply to your modern life. This book brings together ancient teachings with contemporary insights, making it accessible to...

On Resistance: A Philosophy of Defiance by Howard Caygill In the contemporary political imagination and action, one word stands out as central to understanding our world: resistance. From armed...

What is Literature? explores the phenomenon of literature and why we read and write. Jean-Paul Sartre, renowned philosopher and novelist, delves into the heart of literary inquiry.Sartre's work has...

Open Democracy: Reinventing Popular Rule for the Twenty-First Century by Hélène Landemore presents a new paradigm for democracy that seeks to recover some of the lost openness of ancient democracies...

La Mettrie: Machine Man and Other WritingsA provocative and influential work of 18th-century philosophy, this fully annotated edition presents an English translation of Julien Offray de La Mettrie's...

This Is Epistemology: An Introduction by J. Adam Carter and Clayton Littlejohn is a comprehensive introduction to the philosophical study of knowledge.Exploring both classic debates and contemporary...

Mary Wollstonecraft's Philosophy, Passion and Politics by Sylvana Tomaselli is a thought-provoking exploration of her life and work. By examining Wollstonecraft as a philosopher and moralist,...

This comprehensive textbook introduces students to the main theories in International Relations. It explains and analyzes each theory, allowing students to understand and critically engage with the...

Expanding the Critical Animal Studies Imagination: Essays in Solidarity and Total Liberation pushes critical animal studies forward by exploring new connections to social movements and ideas. This...

Nietzsche: Thus Spoke Zarathustra by Robert Pippin This influential work of modern philosophy is presented in a new translation that restores Nietzsche's original versification, capturing the poetic...

A Brief History of Atlantis: Plato's Ideal StateStephen P. Kershaw explores one of the most enduring and enigmatic tales from antiquity, delving into the origins of Atlantis as described by the Greek...

Benedictus De Spinoza's Ethics is a foundational work in Western philosophy that explores the nature of reality and the self. Published posthumously, this magnum opus presents a comprehensive system...

German Idealism and the Concept of Punishment explores the development of philosophical thought on punishment in early modern Europe. Jean-Christophe Merle examines the ideas of influential thinkers...

Joseph Butler's Fifteen Sermons Preached at the Rolls Chapel And Other Writings on Ethics is a foundational work of moral philosophy that continues to shape our understanding of ethics and virtue...

The Concise Encyclopedia of Western Philosophy offers a comprehensive and authoritative treatment of Western philosophy as a whole. First published in 1960, this third edition brings the work up to...

Written in the depths of imprisonment, Boethius's Consolation of Philosophy is a powerful exploration of wisdom and its enduring nature. In this thought-provoking dialogue, he grapples with the...

A Presocratics Reader: Selected Fragments and Testimonia by Patricia Curd offers a comprehensive collection of philosophical works from the ancient Greek period. This second edition builds upon its...

Wandering Close to Home: A Year of Zen Reflections, Consolations, and ReveriesThis collection of essays and reflections offers a unique perspective on life's triumphs and misfortunes. David Rynick...

First published in 1996, Love and Saint Augustine is a seminal work by Hannah Arendt that explores the concept of caritas, or neighborly love, through her dissertation on Saint Augustine's ideas...