Amy Kind
Persons and Personal Identiy (Key Concept in Philosophy)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780745654317
- author:
- Amy Kind
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Polity Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 180
- Dimensions:
- 14.5 x 1.8 x 22.4 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Philosophy,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Persons and Personal Identity by Amy Kind explores fundamental questions about human nature and our place in the world. What makes us who we are, and how do our identities change over time? This thought-provoking introduction to philosophical debates on personhood, personal identity, and self-identity draws on contemporary theories and real-life examples to shed light on these complex issues. Amy Kind examines the key arguments and their strengths and weaknesses, providing a nuanced understanding of the central topic in metaphysics. By analyzing up-to-date examples from both everyday life and popular fiction, she helps to clarify this important subject. This book is an ideal resource for those new to these topics, offering a clear and engaging exploration of some of the deepest questions about human nature. Through its accessible approach and insightful analysis, Persons and Personal Identity provides a valuable contribution to philosophical discussions on identity and personhood, making it a useful text for students and researchers alike.