Philosophy

The Daniel Prayer: A Powerful Way to Connect with God. In a world where prayer often feels like a distant memory, Anne Graham Lotz invites you to rediscover its transformative power. Drawing on the...

Belief in God: An Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion by T. J. Mawson provides an in-depth exploration of the concept of God and its relation to reason and faith. The book tackles two...

Slavoj Žižek's latest work is a provocative exploration of our chaotic world. In this collection of essays, he tackles topics such as the war in Ukraine, contemporary Hollywood blockbusters, and...

Richard Holloway explores the complex theme of forgiveness in this thought-provoking book. Drawing on philosophical and literary insights, he examines how forgiveness works and its relevance to our...

Atheism in Christianity: The Religion of the Exodus and the Kingdom by Ernst Bloch explores the origins of Christianity to uncover its social roots. Bloch examines the Bible, focusing on the biblical...

The Critique of Pure Reason by Immanuel Kant is an influential work in philosophy that continues to be studied and debated today.This foundational text explores fundamental questions about knowledge,...

Horace's timeless wisdom offers guidance on living a life of contentment in a world of excess.This collection brings together fresh translations of poems from Horace's works, including the Odes,...

The Yoga Tradition: Its History, Literature, Philosophy, and Practice by Georg Feuerstein offers a comprehensive overview of every Yogic tradition. This work is a culmination of the author's...

Prejudice: A Study in Non-Ideal Epistemology by Endre Begby explores the nature of prejudiced beliefs and their relationship to epistemic responsibility. Begby argues that these beliefs are not...

St Petersburg Dialogues: A provocative analysis of human prospects in the 21st century.Written by Joseph de Maistre, this work addresses topics such as traditional Christian beliefs about providence,...

Deleuze and Psychology: A Philosophical Approach to Psychological Practices This book offers a critical introduction to the philosophical ideas of Gilles Deleuze, a prominent 20th-century philosopher...

The Aristos by John Fowles In this thought-provoking work, John Fowles explores the concept of the Aristos, or 'the best or most excellent' of its kind. Drawing inspiration from the ancient Greek...

The Stoic Sage: A Reconstruction of Stoic Wisdom This book offers a fresh investigation into the concept of wisdom in ancient Stoicism. René Brouwer explores two central definitions of wisdom,...

Slavoj Žižek's Trouble in Paradise offers a provocative exploration of the global capitalist system and its ideological constraints. Drawing on diverse phenomena, from cultural trends to historical...

A comprehensive history of Western philosophy from ancient Greece to the Renaissance. Anthony Gottlieb's The Dream of Reason offers a fresh perspective on the writings of classic thinkers,...

This comprehensive guide to contemporary thought brings together key figures from structuralism to post-humanism. With new entries on influential thinkers such as Zizek and Haraway, this revised...

Bertrand Russell's thought-provoking work explores the complex relationships between science and traditional religion over the past four centuries. He examines historical instances where scientific...

The Essence of Nihilism by Emanuele SeverinoA groundbreaking work that reinterprets the history of Western philosophy as the unfolding of "the greatest folly" - the belief that things come out of...

Edward de Bono's I Am Right, You Are Wrong challenges conventional thinking in business and life. Most everyday decisions involve opposing viewpoints, leading to a winner and a loser. De Bono argues...

Panpsychism: A Philosophy of Sensuous Cosmos by Peter Ells explores the idea that the universe and everything within it are not just deterministic machines, but also possess a sense of experience and...

Rene Descartes' Discourse on Method explores the relationship between mathematics and experimental sciences, laying the groundwork for modern scientific inquiry. In this work, Descartes develops his...

The Culmination: Heidegger, German Idealism, and the Fate of PhilosophyRobert B. Pippin offers a provocative reassessment of Heidegger's critique of German Idealism, exploring its ramifications...

David Hume's philosophy offers valuable insights into living a good life. This book explores how his thought can be applied to everyday life, drawing on his biography and intellectual history. Julian...

Roger Crisp's Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Mill on Utilitarianism provides an ideal introduction to John Stuart Mill's influential work in ethical thought. This concise guide assesses the key...

Ethical Issues in Psychology by Philip Banyard and Cara Flanagan explores the complex rules and guidelines that govern our judgments about right and wrong. This book delves into the often difficult...

David Hume's life and theories have had a lasting impact on modern philosophy. This book provides an accessible introduction to his key ideas, including empiricism, causation, induction, free will,...

Carl Gustav Jung's Aspects of the Feminine explores the inner world of the individual through his interpretation of the feminine principle. This thought-provoking volume delves into the mythological...

Imagining the End: Mourning and Ethical Life by Jonathan Lear is a deeply insightful exploration of how we respond to loss, crisis, and hope in a world facing unprecedented challenges. Lear...

What Is Philosophy for? by Mary Midgley explores the relevance and value of philosophy in today's world. In this thought-provoking work, Midgley addresses the concerns about the role of philosophy in...

Volatile Bodies: Toward a Corporeal Feminism by Elizabeth Grosz explores the relationship between culture and the body. This groundbreaking work challenges traditional notions of the body as a fixed,...

Justinian's Institutes is a foundational work in the history of law and governance. Written by Justinian I, this 16th-century treatise provides insight into the Roman Empire's legal system and its...

Polemos: The Dawn of Pagan Traditionalism is a thought-provoking exploration of paganism in today's world. Askr Svarte delves into the nature of paganism, its relationship with Western Modernity and...

Low self-esteem can persist despite external improvements, leaving a lingering sense of unworthiness. This phenomenon has puzzled many who have tried various self-help approaches.The author's...

Byung-Chul Han argues that digital communication is destroying political discourse and action. In "In the Swarm", he contends that the instantaneity and impulsiveness of online interactions are...

Discourse on the Origin of Inequality by Jean-Jacques Rousseau explores how inequalities of rank, wealth, and power arise from the civilizing process. This work argues that such inequalities not only...

Explore the fundamental questions of language with Philosophy of Language: 50 Puzzles, Paradoxes, and Thought Experiments. This comprehensive collection of 50 short chapters delves into key topics in...

Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is Wittgenstein's first masterwork and only published book during his lifetime. Composed over a century ago, this enigmatic text remains a definitive modern work on...

A. C. Grayling's timely new book asks whether human beings can agree on a set of values to confront the numerous threats facing the planet. He identifies three major challenges: climate change,...

BioShock and Philosophy: Irrational Game, Rational Book presents expert reflections by philosophers on this critically acclaimed video game. The book explores the philosophical questions raised...

Enneads. III. 1-9, translated by A. H. Armstrong, is the third volume in Plotinus' six-volume philosophical work.Written in the 3rd century AD, this collection of nine treatises explores the nature...

This introduction to Søren Kierkegaard provides a clear and readable overview of his philosophy and thought. C. Stephen Evans explores Kierkegaard's concept of human existence, discussing the three...

Andreas Müller's exploration of non-duality delves into the nature of existence and our understanding of ourselves. He argues that freedom is an inherent aspect of reality, yet we often perceive it...

Surfing Uncertainty Prediction, Action, and the Embodied Mind by Andy Clark is a groundbreaking exploration of how our minds work. By combining insights from neuroscience, psychology, artificial...

Timothy Fuller's collection of essays explores Michael Oakeshott's understanding of the human condition over a period of forty-five years. Spanning politics, philosophy, religion, and conservatism,...

Economic Theology Credit and Faith II by Philip Goodchild explores how the economy shapes our understanding of time, care, evaluation, trust, and cooperation. Building on his previous work, Goodchild...

Parmenides is a lecture course delivered by Martin Heidegger at the University of Freiburg in 1942-1943. In this work, Heidegger presents a highly original interpretation of ancient Greek philosophy...

Francis Bacon: The Logic of Sensation by Gilles Deleuze explores the distinctive innovations in Francis Bacon's paintings. Deleuze analyzes the artist's style, including the isolation of the figure,...

Exploring the foundations of ethics, this thought-provoking work draws on diverse sources to shed light on our understanding of morality and its place in human life.Peter Singer's comprehensive...

The Way of Mastery: Pathway of Enlightenment - The Way of Transformation (Pocket Edition) This pocket-sized edition brings Jeshua's teachings to those who prefer a more portable format. It contains...

A Vindication of the Rights of Woman (Everyman's Library Classics) Mary Wollstonecraft's influential work on women's emancipation was written in response to the revolutionary ideas of the French and...

Laozi's Dao De Jing A New Interpretation for a Transformative Time by Laozi is a foundational work of Daoism that offers solace and comfort to those seeking wisdom. Written around 400 BC, this...

Fredric Jameson's Selected Writings on the Postmodern presents a comprehensive collection of his most influential essays on postmodern culture and late capitalism. Spanning topics such as pastiche,...

David Hume's essays challenge conventional thinking and offer a unique perspective on life and death. First published in 1754, these influential writings continue to provoke debate and inspire new...

The Mystical Sources of German Romantic Philosophy by Ernst Benz This volume explores the mystical dimensions of German Romantic philosophy, shedding light on the complex and often misunderstood...

A radical new history of post-modernity reveals how this creative destruction has reshaped our world. From its origins in the early 1970s to its impact today, Stuart Jeffries explores the complex and...

John Locke's An Essay Concerning Human Understanding is a foundational work in British empiricism that explores how our ideas are grounded in human experience. This abridgement, based on P.H...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's wartime diaries have been unearthed in this first-ever English translation. Written under constant threat of battle, these searing and illuminating notebooks offer profound...

Immanuel Kant's Religion Within the Boundaries of Mere Reason is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between human reason and religion. This work, considered one of the most...

The Metacritique of Kant and the Possibility of Metaphysics by Hasan Spiker This short study explores one of the most fundamental paradoxes at the heart of Immanuel Kant's philosophy. It examines...

The Philosopher's Toolkit: A Compendium of Philosophical Concepts and Methods A comprehensive guide to philosophical inquiry, this toolkit provides readers with the intellectual tools necessary for...

The Asclepius: A Philosophical Dialogue Translated by Clement Salaman, this volume presents one of two philosophical books attributed to Hermes Trismegistus. The Greek original is believed to date...

The Philosophy of Zen Buddhism by Byung-Chul Han offers a unique exploration of this ancient Buddhist tradition. This short book delves into the foundations of Far Eastern thought, comparing and...

Edward Shils' Selected Essays on Liberalism, Tradition, and Civil Society is a thought-provoking collection of works that explore the importance of civility and tradition in a free society.Written by...

The paradoxes of art in the digital age. In "In the Flow", Boris Groys explores how the tension between preserving art's significance and embracing new technologies has shaped the development of...

Søren Kierkegaard: A Complex Figure in Philosophy and Life. Kierkegaard was a Danish philosopher, poet, and social critic who lived during the country's 'golden age'. His ideas about angst, despair,...

The Life of Reason Or, The Phases of Human Progress - All Five Volumes, Complete and Unabridged (Hardcover) George Santayana's magnum opus is a comprehensive exploration of the role of reason in...

Metaphysics: The Basics offers a concise and engaging introduction to the philosophical study of fundamental aspects of our world. This lively and lucid book examines core questions in metaphysics,...

Niccolo Machiavelli's reputation as a master of duplicity and immorality has endured for centuries. But was his sinister image justified? Quentin Skinner explores Machiavelli's adult life, tracing...

Meaning and Argument: An Introduction to Logic Through Language is a comprehensive introduction to philosophy of logic and language. It offers a distinctive philosophical approach, focusing on...

Considered one of the greatest works of Stoic philosophy, Great Ideas Meditations is a collection of personal reflections and musings from Marcus Aurelius.Written as a source of comfort and guidance...

Plato's philosophical works continue to be studied and debated around the world. Two of his most important dialogues are Meno and Phaedo, which explore fundamental questions about knowledge, reality,...

Stanley Rosen's The Language of Love offers a profound interpretation of Plato's Phaedrus, one that completes his earlier commentary on the Symposium. Rediscovered in 2013, just before Rosen's death,...

Marx for Cats: A Radical Bestiary by Leigh Claire La Berge explores the connection between cats and Marxist theory. By examining the role of felines in Western economic history, La Berge reveals how...

The Encyclopaedia Logic, with the Zusätze Part I of the Encyclopaedia of Philosophical Sciences This translation marks an important milestone in English-language Hegel studies, offering a fresh and...

The teachings of Wu Hsin are like trying to grasp the wind in your hand. They can be refreshing and fragrant, yet also devastating. Instead of providing answers to life's questions, Wu Hsin's...

Mary Midgley's work has challenged many of the scientific and moral orthodoxies of the twentieth century with her unique blend of philosophy and insight. This collection brings together some of her...

The Flight of the Eagle by J. Krishnamurti is a profound exploration of the human experience, grappling with fundamental questions about freedom, change, peace, and the nature of reality...

The Wondrous (and Dangerous) Beginnings of Modern Philosophy is a graphic narrative that tells the story of the seventeenth-century thinkers who challenged authority and laid the foundations of...

The Bourgeois Virtues: Ethics for an Age of Commerce by Deirdre N. McCloskey offers a radical view of capitalism and its relationship to ethics. For centuries, the bourgeoisie have been scorned by...

Civilization and Its DiscontentsA profound exploration of the human condition, Sigmund Freud's seminal work delves into the darker aspects of civilized society. In this thought-provoking analysis,...

Dawn of an Era of Wellbeing: New Paths to a Better World The world is facing numerous challenges that require a fundamental shift in our understanding and approach. Ervin Laszlo and Frederick Tsao...

A beautifully illustrated graphic adaptation of Laozi's Dao De Jing, this edition brings to life the timeless wisdom of Daoist philosophy. Cartoonist C. C. Tsai masterfully transforms the challenging...

The Philosophy Gym presents 25 short adventures in thinking, exploring some of the most important philosophical issues of today and yesterday. Stephen Law poses questions about topics such as the...

The Philosophy of History by Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel and J. Sibree A foundational work in the history of philosophy, this book presents a novel approach to understanding the subject as a...

Epistemology: A Beginner's Guide by Robert M. Martin is an introduction to the philosophical study of knowledge. It explores fundamental questions about how we acquire and understand information,...

A Short History of Chinese Philosophy by Youlan Feng is a comprehensive chronicle of Chinese philosophical thought from ancient to modern times. This accessible exploration covers key schools of...

Walter Benjamin's Radio Benjamin brings together his surviving radio broadcasts for the first time in English. This eclectic collection showcases the range of his thinking and enthusiasm for popular...

A concise and insightful exploration of human understanding, An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding is accompanied by two shorter works that shed light on its key ideas. In A Letter from a...

Arguing for a Better World: How to Talk About the Issues that Divide Us by Arianne Shahvisi is a thought-provoking guide to navigating complex moral questions and defending your position with logic...

Dostoyevsky Reads Hegel in Siberia and Bursts Into Tears is a thought-provoking collection of essays by leading scholar F. László Földényi. Földényi explores the enduring impact of Enlightenment...

A Critical Theory of Economic Compulsion: Wealth, Suffering, NegationThis book explores key themes in contemporary Marxist theory and its development as a critical social theory. It challenges...

Bruno Latour's latest work offers a new perspective on modern existence. In this systematic effort to build a new philosophical anthropology, Latour challenges our understanding of science and its...

Eclipse of Reason by Max Horkheimer is a thought-provoking exploration of the ascendancy of reason in Western philosophy. First published in 1947, this work examines how ideas of rationality were...

Alan Watts introduces Zen Buddhism in this accessible guide to its principles and practices. He explores the origins and history of Zen to explain its relevance today.Watts sees Zen as a precious...

Western civilisation is built upon certain notions about humanity and society that have shaped our world. However, these ideas are not without their flaws. In fact, some of them are outright lies -...

This thought-provoking collection of 101 questions invites you to explore fundamental human concerns and ponder the complexities of existence. Perfect for sparking lively discussions, challenging...

Infinity and God have been closely linked in human thought for centuries. However, James A. Lindsay argues that these concepts are mere abstractions, not reflections of reality. This concise and...

The News: A User's Manual by Alain De BottonAn accessible and eye-opening exploration of our relationship with 'the news', this book offers a brilliant illustrated guide to the precautions we should...

Chuck Klosterman asks profound questions about our understanding of the world and its potential future. How certain are we about gravity? What will be the defining memory of rock music in 500 years?...

Unique stories of timeless wisdom and understanding from the Zen Masters challenge every perception and bring readers closer to enlightenment. Rich in fascinating tales of everyday life, these...