Justin Broackes (Editor)
Iris Murdoch, Philosopher
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198701200
- author:
- Justin Broackes (Editor)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 398
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 2.5 x 15.5 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism, Literary Theory & Movements
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Iris Murdoch, Philosopher by Justin Broackes is a comprehensive exploration of the life and work of this influential philosopher. Murdoch's philosophy was marked by its bold challenges to established ideas, particularly in her critiques of behaviourism and existentialism. Her distinctive approach drew on both continental and British philosophical traditions, aiming to describe moral thinking with greater accuracy. Murdoch's work had a significant impact on subsequent philosophers, including John McDowell, Richard Rorty, and Charles Taylor. This volume brings together essays by critics and admirers, offering new insights into her ideas and their enduring influence. The book also includes a previously unpublished chapter on Heidegger, as well as a memoir by Murdoch's husband, John Bayley. A valuable resource for anyone interested in moral philosophy, this collection provides a nuanced understanding of Murdoch's thought and its continued relevance today.
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