Philosophy

Wine has been at the heart of civilisation for thousands of years. Yet, in recent times, its appreciation has become increasingly pretentious. Roger Scruton sets out to offer a refreshingly...

So You Think You're Clever? Taking on the Oxford and Cambridge QuestionsA new challenge for those who want to test their knowledge and think critically. This book presents notoriously provocative...

Reclaim your right to be idle with Tom Hodgkinson's entertaining guide. Doing nothing is hard work, according to Oscar Wilde, and the Protestant work ethic has made it difficult for many of us to...

Han Feizi Basic Writings by Burton Watson offers insight into the philosophy and theories of the Fa-chia school. Written in an accessible style, this collection provides a comprehensive understanding...

Karl Marx's original philosophy remains a fundamental subject of study and debate. This book provides an in-depth account of his ideas, their roots in 19th century European ideology, and their...

Avatar and Philosophy: Exploring the World of Pandora through the Lens of Philosophy James Cameron's critically acclaimed movie Avatar was nominated for nine Academy Awards and received countless...

Austrian philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein constructs a series of carefully numbered propositions on the relationship between language, logic, and reality in this seminal work. First published in 1922,...

Seeking the End of Seeking by Roy Melvyn explores fundamental questions about the nature of consciousness and experience. The author examines key concepts such as the relationship between...

One of the most influential works in Christian thought, Confessions of Saint Augustine is a deeply personal and profound exploration of sin, redemption, and the power of faith.Written by one of...

First published in 1962, Knowledge and Belief: An Introduction to the Logic of the Two Notions has had a profound impact on the development of epistemic and doxastic logic. This seminal work by...

A timeless guide to controlling anger from one of history's most influential Stoic thinkers. In "On Anger" (De Ira), Lucius Annaeus Seneca argues that anger is the most destructive passion, capable...

The Myths We Live By by Mary MidgleyThis thought-provoking book explores how myths shape our understanding of the world and ourselves. Midgley argues that myths are not just lies or stories, but...

Consciousness Speaks: Conversations with Ramesh S. Balsekar is an accessible and insightful exploration of Advaita philosophy. This thought-provoking book offers a valuable introduction to the...

Exploring the fundamental commitments of metaphysical realism, this Element delves into the core principles and how they have evolved over time. It examines the key families of views that realism has...

The Life of Imagination: Revealing and Making the WorldJennifer Anna Gosetti-Ferencei offers a groundbreaking new understanding of imagination's place in everyday experience and creative achievement...

Hannah Arendt was a philosopher and political theorist whose work continues to shape our understanding of politics, freedom, and human nature. This introduction to her thought explores her analysis...

Grief: A Philosophical Guide by Michael Cholbi explores this complex emotional event in depth. Despite its intense pain, grief can also help us grow and lead to a richer self-understanding and a...

Socialism is a moral case that G. A. Cohen presents with clarity and wit in this concise book. He argues that the obstacles to socialism are exaggerated and that many people already behave like...

Hermeneutics Between History and Philosophy collects together Hans-Georg Gadamer's key writings on the relationship between history and philosophy. These essays examine the work of influential...

The story of Ashtavakra and King Janaka is one of the most gripping yet lesser-known episodes from ancient Indian mythology. A young boy named Ashtavakra, who was ridiculed for his deformed body,...

The Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is Ludwig Wittgenstein's only book-length philosophical work published during his lifetime. Written in 1918, it explores the relationship between language and...

The Social Contract by Jean-Jacques Rousseau This influential work of political philosophy explores the relationship between individuals and society, arguing that a community's prosperity is tied to...

Written in an intimate and conversational style, these letters offer practical advice on how to achieve a good life, avoid corruption and self-indulgence, and live without fear of death.Lucius...

On Quality: An Inquiry into Excellence is a posthumous collection of unpublished writings by Robert M. Pirsig, featuring his central theme of "Quality" and its evolution over five decades.The book...

Sun Tzu's Art of War brings together two centuries-old texts that have shaped strategy and leadership. This unique volume features the renowned translator Thomas Cleary's translations, along with...

The Elements of Law: Natural and Politic. Part I: Human Nature; Part II: De Corpore Politico with Three Lives by Thomas Hobbes. In this foundational work, Thomas Hobbes explores the human condition,...

This book offers a practical guide to transforming your life using the Violet Flame. It's a personal and inspiring journey that helps you become the person you truly are, living the life you've...

Karl Jaspers presents an introduction to philosophy for the general reader, offering a lucid summary of his own philosophical thought. He believes that the source of philosophy lies in wonder, doubt,...

Bryan Magee's engaging conversations with fifteen contemporary writers and philosophers provide an accessible account of Western philosophy and its greatest thinkers. Beginning with Socrates' death...

Nasty, Brutish, and Short: Adventures in Philosophy with Kids by Scott HershovitzThis engaging book explores fundamental philosophical concepts through relatable stories and everyday experiences. It...

Rachael Wiseman's Routledge Philosophy Guidebook to Anscombe's Intention provides a comprehensive introduction to G. E. M. Anscombe's influential philosophical work, situating it within the context...

The New Science by Giambattista Vico is an ambitious attempt to decipher the history and laws of the ancient world. By rejecting the Renaissance idealisation of classical culture, Vico argues that...

This psychoanalytic and philosophical exploration examines how digital technologies are transforming our perception of the world and ourselves. Drawing on everyday life, myth, and popular culture,...

The ideal world and the lived world are two distinct realms that George Santayana explores in this influential compilation of his earlier works. By comparing these two, he seeks to outline the...

Louis Althusser's groundbreaking work, For Marx, first published in 1968, has had a profound impact on modern philosophy and political theory. This influential text is considered a key contribution...

Mary's Mantle Consecration Prayer Journal is a companion journal to Mary's Mantle Consecration: A Spiritual Retreat for Heaven's Help. This prayer journal takes you deeper into your soul and into...

Repetition and Philosophical Crumbs explores the nature of love and happiness, the passing of time, and the importance of moving forward. Written by Søren Kierkegaard, this work investigates the...

Simone Weil's profound writings offer a spiritual journey that continues to resonate with today's seekers. Her life and work are marked by intense inner turmoil and a deep longing for connection with...

The Age of Absurdity: Why Modern Life makes it Hard to be Happy Michael Foley's thought-provoking exploration of the challenges we face in finding happiness and fulfilment in modern life. Foley...

Henri Lefebvre's major philosophical work explores the relationship between mental space and real space. This translation has been long awaited by scholars in various fields, offering a unique...

Classical Philosophy: A History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps is the first volume in Peter Adamson's ambitious series. This comprehensive history of philosophy offers an engaging and detailed look...

The Exform by Nicolas Bourriaud Nicolas Bourriaud examines the dynamics of ideology in his latest work, exploring how art and theory intersect. He argues that the future of art lies in understanding...

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is a foundational work in moral philosophy that explores the nature of human happiness and virtue. Based on lectures given by Aristotle in Athens, this text offers...

Explore the fascinating world of cleverness with 75 intriguing questions taken from actual admission interviews. John Farndon has collected these unique enquiries and provides full answers, taking...

Richard Swinburne's Simplicity As Evidence of Truth explores the relationship between simplicity and truth in philosophy.Published by Marquette University Press, this work is presented under the...

From Plato to Wittgenstein: Essays by G.E.M. AnscombeThis collection brings together essays by Elizabeth Anscombe, one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century.Edited by her daughter...

Roger Scruton's A Political Philosophy offers a compelling argument for conservatism. Over the past twenty years, Scruton has developed a conservative view of human beings, society and culture, which...

Anthony McGowan's How to Teach Philosophy to Your Dog is an engaging exploration of the big questions in philosophy. When his dog Monty becomes ill, McGowan uses their conversations as a catalyst for...

Scepticism A Very Short Introduction by Duncan Pritchard explores the role of questioning accepted truths in driving change and growth. This book examines both the benefits and drawbacks of...

The world is in a state of crisis. Toxicity, injustice, and pollution have become entrenched issues that seem insurmountable. However, rather than striving for an unattainable ideal of purity, we...

Voltaire's Pocket Philosophical Dictionary is a witty and ironic work that critiques established religion and promotes toleration. First published in 1764, this collection of short essays covers...

What Coleridge Thought presents Coleridge's ideas in a coherent form, carefully organized to demonstrate precisely what his thoughts were and how his writings develop them. Barfield guides the reader...

Sartre: A Guide for the Perplexed provides a clear and comprehensive overview of the philosophy of Jean-Paul Sartre. This book explores four key themes that run through his writings - consciousness,...

Pleasure Erased: The Clitoris UnthoughtCatherine Malabou explores the long-overlooked history of the clitoris, an organ that has been absent from anatomical texts and artistic representations...

Mirach Speaks To His Grammatical Transparents is a philosophical meditation written in a unique vertical script. It builds upon Alexander's earlier work, Towards The Primal Lightning Field, and...

Discover the ancient Greek philosopher's timeless wisdom on happiness and living a fulfilling life.Epicurus believed that true pleasure lies in the absence of pain or fear, not sensual indulgence...

Stop Thief! Anarchism and Philosophy by Catherine Malabou challenges the conventional understanding of anarchism in philosophy. The author argues that many prominent thinkers, including Foucault,...

Dermot Moran's Introduction to Phenomenology provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to this influential philosophical movement. The book explores the contributions of nine key thinkers, from...

The Yoga-Sutra of Patanjali A New Translation with Commentary by Chip Hartranft brings to life this ancient Indian philosophy in a clear and accessible way. In 196 concise aphorisms, the text...

Nietzsche's On the Genealogy of Morality A Critical Guide by Simon May is a collection of essays that explore the influential philosopher's work on ethics. The book delves into Nietzsche's central...

This self-help book with a philosophical twist explores the challenges of adulthood and middle age. Kieran Setiya offers practical advice and surprising insights to help you navigate life's...

Volume 4 of Nietzsche's Complete Works presents two works: Mixed Opinions and Maxims (1879) and The Wanderer and His Shadow (1880), originally published separately before being republished together...

The Discourses of the Elders: A New Translation of the Aztec Huehuetlatolli. Sebastian Purcell's translation brings to light the rich philosophical tradition of the Aztecs, recorded in Latin script...

Eliott Edge explores the concept of Virtual Reality in this thought-provoking collection of essays. He argues that our understanding of reality is fundamentally virtual, encompassing everything from...

Second Treatise of Government by John Locke is a foundational work in political philosophy.Published in 2010, this new edition presents Locke's ideas on government and its relationship with...

The Yoga of Time Travel: How the Mind Can Defeat Time by Fred Alan Wolf explores an intriguing idea that challenges our understanding of time. Drawing on yoga and quantum physics, Wolf proposes that...

The Cambridge Companion to Early Greek Philosophy by A. A. Long provides an in-depth exploration of the key figures and ideas that shaped Western philosophy's early development. This comprehensive...

Jerome B. Schneewind's comprehensive study of the history of moral philosophy offers a detailed examination of the evolution of ethics from its historical context.The book provides an in-depth...

Slavoj Žižek's Surplus-Enjoyment A Guide For The Non-Perplexed explores the concept of excess in contemporary life. He argues that what is surplus to our needs is by its very nature unsubstantial and...

The Birth of Tragedy by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche explores the origins and essence of Greek tragedy, offering a unique perspective on the complex interplay between art, culture, and psychology...

Martha Nussbaum's Creating Capabilities offers a powerful critique of conventional economic indicators and presents an alternate model for assessing human development. By focusing on what individuals...

The Imagination Muscle Where Good Ideas Come from (and how to Have More of Them) by Albert Read In an age where innovation and creativity are more crucial than ever, it's essential to understand the...

Benedict Spinoza's system of thought offers an alternative to compartmentalizing our lives. This intellectual self-help book provides insights from Spinoza's philosophy, making it accessible to...

Disney and Philosophy: Exploring Universal Questions through Timeless Stories Discover the wisdom within Disney's most popular and enduring stories. This collection of essays explores universal...

This seminal work explores the foundations of meaning, examining what it is for marks or sounds to have meaning and why someone might mean something by producing them. Schiffer's theory addresses...

German Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction by Andrew Bowie provides an essential introduction to the subject. Without key figures such as Kant, Frege, Wittgenstein, and Husserl, modern philosophy...

Discover the beauty in imperfection with Diane Durston's exploration of wabi sabi, a Japanese philosophy that celebrates the simple joys of everyday life.This meditation invites you to slow down and...

The Future of Hegel: Plasticity, Temporality and DialecticThis book offers a fresh perspective on the philosopher Hegel's concepts of time and temporality, exploring their relevance to contemporary...

Hardship and Happiness by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a collection of essays that offer comfort and guidance in the face of adversity. Edited for modern readers, these translations bring to light the...

The Blue and Brown Books: Preliminary Studies for the 'Philosophical Investigation' These unfinished works represent the early stages of Wittgenstein's most influential philosophical project. The...

Friedrich Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil is a provocative exploration of European society, delving into the origins and nature of Judeo-Christian morality, the end of philosophical dogmatism, and...

A lively introduction to six hundred years of European philosophy, from the ninth century to the fourteenth, Peter Adamson explores one of the richest periods in the history of thought. This period...

René Girard's groundbreaking study of human evil explores violence as it appears throughout history, literature and myth. In this thought-provoking work, Girard examines Biblical narrative, Greek...

Aristotle's Eudemian Ethics explores what makes life worth living and how to achieve happiness. This treatise on moral philosophy considers various factors that contribute to it, including human...

Classical Philosophy offers a lively and detailed look at the emergence of philosophy with the Presocratics, probing questions of Socrates, and the first full flowering of philosophy with Plato and...

Flavius Claudius Julianus, known to history as Julian "the Apostate," was a fascinating figure of late antiquity. His reign inspired both admiration and contempt. Julian's ambitious program aimed to...

Behind the Mind by Wu Hsin explores the nature of reality and our place within it. The author identifies three key points that, when understood, can lead to a deeper understanding of ourselves and...

Michael Burleigh's comprehensive account of Nazi Germany remains unparalleled in its scope and depth. This monumental work sets the Third Reich within a broader European context, revealing how the...

The Spirit of the Laws by Charles-Louis de Secondat baron de Montesquieu is a foundational work in political science that has had a profound impact on modern governance. Written over twenty years,...

Being Good: A Short Introduction to Ethics by Simon BlackburnThis thought-provoking book explores the fundamental questions of ethics, tackling the complexities and challenges that arise from our...

Steven Pinker's comprehensive exploration of the human mind is presented with extraordinary lucidity and panache. This erudite account delves into the nature and history of the human psyche,...

An Interlude in Eternity: The Non-Dual Teachings of Wu HsinThis concise work by Wu Hsin explores three key principles for achieving harmony and understanding. By letting go of resistance to the...

The Gospel According to Dog - The Good News of Ancient Cynicism by Frances Roseuvir is an in-depth exploration of Ancient Cynicism, a philosophical movement that emerged from mythology, rhetoric, and...

The Conquest of Politics: Liberal Philosophy in Democratic Times by Benjamin R. BarberThis book explores the relationship between liberal philosophy and democratic politics, examining how liberal...

Frameshifting: A Path to Wholeness by David K. Banner explores how certain events can expand your consciousness and alter your sense of self. This book reveals personal experiences that triggered...

Running and Philosophy: A Marathon for the Mind by Michael W. Austin explores the intersection of running and philosophical thought. This unique anthology features essays from prominent philosophers,...

The Fourfold Remedy: Epicurus and the Art of HappinessWhat do we really need to live a happy life? According to Epicurean philosophy, it's not about indulging in luxury, but about finding...

Cute Accelerationism by Amy Ireland and Maya B. Kronic is a philosophical exploration of contemporary cuteness, delving into its various dimensions and connections to accelerationism. The authors'...

Ken Wilber's groundbreaking work explores the evolution of human consciousness, tracing its development from matter to mind and describing common patterns in all three domains. This comprehensive...

The Agony of Power by Jean Baudrillard In his final writings, Jean Baudrillard offers a scathing critique of our contemporary world. As we exit the system of domination and enter a new era of...