712 results for 'Aristotle'

How to Think About God: A Guide for the 20th-Century PaganThis thought-provoking guide explores the concept of God through rational argument, helping readers to form their own understanding of the...

Written On The Heart: The Case For Natural LawJ. Budziszewski presents and defends the natural law tradition in this engaging exploration of its key principles and ideas.Drawing on the work of...

The Laws by Plató. Aristotle's writings contain over twenty citations of these laws, which were in use during Plato's lifetime and remained so after his death in 347 BC. This testament to their...

Cristina Casagrande's analysis explores how friendship plays a crucial role in J.R.R. Tolkien's seminal work, The Lord of the Rings.Through a comparative lens drawing on Aristotle's Nicomachean...

This 1972 work examines the concept of metaphor, tracing its development from Aristotle to modern linguists and anthropologists. The author's analysis reveals two opposing yet complementary views:...

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is now available in a revised translation that combines accuracy and readability. This second edition features Bekker numbers in the margins, providing a new level of...

Exploring the foundations of Western political thought, Susan Moller Okin examines the works of influential philosophers Plato, Aristotle, Rousseau, and Mill to understand why gender equality remains...

Philosophy Bites Back explores the ideas and works of some of the most important thinkers in history, from ancient classics to groundbreaking modern thought.This volume presents lively interviews...

A journey along the coast of the Basque Country, accompanied by the likes of Aristotle, Goethe and Victor Hugo, invites you to explore the sentimental landscapes of adolescence. This path transforms...

Strategies of Genius Volume I offers a unique insight into the thinking processes of some of history's most fascinating individuals. By applying the tools of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Robert...

Aquinas: Political WritingsThis collection of texts by Thomas Aquinas explores his development of a Christian philosophy inspired by Aristotle, and its contrast with Augustinian thought. The writings...

Happiness and Contemplation by Josef Pieper explores the nature of human happiness and the meaning of life. Drawing on traditional wisdom from ancient Greece, Plato, Aristotle, the New Testament,...

The Christian Philosophy of St Thomas Aquinas is a comprehensive study of the philosophical thought of St Thomas Aquinas. Etienne Gilson explores how Aquinas' ideas relate to faith and reason, God's...

Arrested Development and Philosophy explores the moral and philosophical issues underlying the popular TV show. The Bluth family's flaws and character traits are examined through the lens of great...

The Art of Living Well: Moral Experience and Virtue EthicsPaul van Tongeren offers a new approach to virtue ethics, one that emphasizes living well in contemporary society. This English translation...

Night Vision: Seeing Ourselves Through Dark MoodsMariana Alessandri explores how our darker emotions can teach us about ourselves, others, and what it means to be human. She argues that by embracing...

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,...

Steven M. Cahn's Classics of Western Philosophy offers an unrivalled anthology of key texts from the history of philosophy.This eighth edition includes new selections and previously omitted content,...

An Abyss of Dreams: Tails of the Night of the World is a unique meta-memoir that blurs the lines between reality and dreams. Giacomo Donis recounts his vivid nighttime dreams, from years ago to the...

The Problems of Philosophy is an introduction to the fundamental questions of knowledge and reality. Bertrand Russell explores the nature of understanding, examining how we acquire knowledge through...

Technologies of Critique explores the ways in which art intervenes critically in socio-political life. By examining continental philosophical traditions and their relationship to aesthetics,...

Rembrandt's brushstrokes bring ancient figures to life in this imaginative and thought-provoking novel. As he paints Aristotle contemplating Homer's bust, the boundaries between past and present blur...

This comprehensive introduction to philosophy covers every major subject and school of thought in an accessible way. The book provides helpful diagrams, summary sections, and ideas for further...

This work explores the nature and meaning of human virtue in the modern world. Drawing on ancient philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, and Cicero, it examines how the moral act guided by cardinal...

Mental Conflict explores how our minds can be torn apart by conflicting desires and beliefs. This ancient philosophical concept reveals that even within ourselves, there are opposing forces at play...

The Hobbit and Philosophy explores J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved fantasy novel through the lens of philosophy, offering new insights into its central characters and story.From the Shire to Mirkwood and...

Pink Elephant Addiction Incorporated offers a unique blend of scientific research and spiritual wisdom in its exploration of psychiatric and addictive conditions. After twenty years of experience in...

Shakespeare's plays are more than just dramatic stories - they also make profound demands on us as thinkers. This book explores how philosophy can help us better understand Shakespeare's treatment of...

Indiana Jones and Philosophy: Why Did it Have to be Socrates? explores the enduring questions about the human condition through the adventures of an intrepid archaeologist. With trusty guides such as...

The Philosophy of Aquinas by Robert Pasnau and Christopher Shields offers an in-depth exploration of Thomas Aquinas's central philosophical concerns. This book delves into his key areas of interest,...

On Time, Being and Hunger challenges traditional ways of thinking about life by questioning fundamental concepts such as time, finality, and being.Garrido argues that we need to rethink our...

This book introduces classical art and architecture as formal structures with its own set of generative rules. It explores how these rules are used in composition, drawing parallels with music,...

When business and personal values collide, managers face difficult decisions that can test their character. Joseph Badaracco explores how to approach these dilemmas using practical advice from four...

A comprehensive exploration of humour and comedy in Western culture, Humour is a thought-provoking study by renowned scholar Terry Eagleton. Drawing on a wide range of literary and philosophical...

Happiness: How to Get Into the Habit of Being Happy by Gill HassonDiscover how to cultivate happiness in your daily life with this practical guide. By adopting simple yet powerful habits, you can...

The Sopranos and Philosophy: A Witty Exploration of Morality and Metaphysics. This collection of essays brings together classic and modern philosophy with the world of The Sopranos, exploring topics...

This book explores how philosophical ideas from empiricism can inform our understanding of artificial intelligence and deep learning.It examines the connections between recent breakthroughs in AI and...

House and Philosophy: Exploring the Complexities of Dr. House. This book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of the popular medical drama House, revealing the character's intriguing blend of...

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...

Time and Narrative, Volume 1 is a seminal work by Paul Ricoeur that explores the relationship between time and narrative. Ricoeur examines how meaning is created at the textual level, with narrative...

Eudoxus of Cnidus was a philosopher who lived in ancient Greece during the time of Plato and Aristotle. His ethical doctrine is based on the idea that pleasure, or hedonism, is the good.This...

Ancient Greece: A Comprehensive Guide Discover the secrets of ancient Greece with this in-depth guide. Written by Martin R. Phillips, this book covers a wide range of topics, from the gods and titans...

The Deleuze and Guattari Dictionary is a comprehensive guide to the philosophy of Gilles Deleuze and Felix Guattari. This meticulously researched book provides a firm grounding in their...

This anthology brings together fundamental statements from influential thinkers in Western philosophy. It covers key figures such as Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Jefferson,...

The relationship between the soul and the body was a contentious debate among philosophers and theologians in late antiquity. This collection of essays brings together philosophical and religious...

Alan Soble's Eros, Agape and Philia: Readings in the Philosophy of Love presents a dialogue among the three major traditions in the philosophy of love: Platonic eros, Christian agape, and...

The Poética and Magna Moralia are two works by Aristóteles that showcase his philosophical interests and inquiry. This collection brings together these two influential texts, offering insight into...

This collection brings together Karl Popper's most important unpublished and uncollected writings from the time of The Open Society until his death in 1994. It reveals the development of his...

A comprehensive survey of ancient philosophy, this collection brings together key primary writings and expert commentary to explore the foundations of philosophy as we know it.From Pre-Socratic...

Jacques Derrida and the Legacies of DeconstructionThis book examines how Derrida's work has helped us rethink tradition, legacy, and inheritance in Western philosophy. By applying his own theories to...

Labyrinths of Exemplarity At the Limits of Deconstruction by Irene E. Harvey presents a comprehensive study of exemplarity, exploring how we move between general and particular to understand our...

The Enquiry into Plants, Volume I: Books 1-5 is a foundational botanical work by Theophrastus, born around 370 BC. As a student and collaborator of Aristotle, he brought his unique perspective to the...

Wittgenstein and Derrida explores the development of classical philosophical concepts through the works of Aristotle, Kant, Husserl, and Wittgenstein. Henry Staten examines how these thinkers shaped...

More Kinds of Being: A Further Study of Individuation, Identity, and the Logic of Sortal Terms presents a thorough reworking and expansion of E. J. Lowe's earlier work on metaphysics.This updated...

Nicholas Onuf's Making Sense, Making Worlds is a seminal work that clarifies his approach to international relations and makes a decisive contribution to debates in the field. This tightly argued...

Acting, Spectating, and the Unconscious A Psychoanalytic Perspective on Unconscious Processes of Identification in the Theatre by Maria Turri. This book explores the unconscious aspects of...

Two Studies in the Greek Atomists explores two key doctrines in Epicurean philosophy: "Indivisible Magnitudes" and "Aristotle and Epicurus on Voluntary Action".The Princeton Legacy Library edition...

Exploring the intersection of philosophy and leadership, this book examines three influential texts from history: Plato's Republic , Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics , and Niccolò Machiavelli's The...

A History of Economics: The Past as the Present by John Kenneth Galbraith offers a fresh perspective on the subject. By making economics engaging and accessible, Galbraith sets out to challenge the...

Cosmological Koans: A Journey to the Heart of Physics by Anthony Aguirre is a thought-provoking exploration of the universe's greatest mysteries. Leading physicist Aguirre weaves together more than...

This historical survey of political philosophy explores how thinkers have approached key concerns such as justice, morality, and human flourishing. From ancient Greek Sophists to contemporary liberal...

A comprehensive Greek-English Lexicon for intermediate learners and scholars alike. This authoritative reference work is based on the seventh edition of Liddell and Scott's renowned dictionary,...

45 influential thinkers from history and philosophy, condensed into concise summaries. This collection features key figures such as Confucius, Plato, Aristotle, and many others, whose ideas continue...

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...

This Life offers a profound basis for transforming our lives, arguing that our commitment to freedom and democracy should lead us beyond both religion and capitalism. Philosopher Martin Hägglund...

Philosophical wisdom and practical advice for overcoming middle age's challenges. Kieran Setiya explores how philosophy can help you thrive in adulthood and beyond. In this self-help book, Setiya...

John McDowell's influential papers on ethics and philosophy are collected in this volume. The essays explore the interpretation of Aristotle and Plato's ethical writings, as well as moral philosophy...

Primitivism and Related Ideas in Antiquity by Arthur O. Lovejoy and George Boas is a comprehensive study of the classical background of primitivism and anti-primitivism in modern literature,...

Nicholas Greenwood Onuf's International Theory at the Margins brings together thirteen essays that explore key themes in international theory. Drawing on the work of influential thinkers from...

The Numinous Way of Pathei-Mathos is a philosophical compendium that explores the concept of empathy and its role in individual transformation. This work delves into the principles of change,...

The Phenomenology of Religious Life by Martin Heidegger A collection of lectures that explore the intersection of philosophy and religion, this volume presents Heidegger's engagement with key...

The Logic of Provability by George Boolos is a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between provability and modal logic. First published in 1995, this book offers a fully reworked and...

La naturaleza ama esconderse explores the limits of philosophical and philological understanding through the works of ancient Greek thinkers. Giorgio Colli's meticulous examination reveals a...

Leo Strauss on Political Philosophy Responds to Contemporary Challenges. In this collection of lectures, Leo Strauss offers an accessible introduction to political philosophy, exploring its relevance...

For anyone fascinated by animals, nature, and the history of biology, this anthology offers a rich collection of essays from renowned naturalists. Spanning centuries, it brings together works from...

Feminism and Ancient Philosophy explores how ancient philosophers thought about women and emotions. This collection of essays covers topics such as reason and emotion, desire, and moral psychology...

On Feminine Sexuality: The Limits of Love and Knowledge - The Seminar of Jacques Lacan, Book XXI EncoreThis annotated translation presents Lacan's most sophisticated work on love and desire,...

Only a Joke Can Save Us presents a comprehensive theory of comedy, exploring its universal source in the interplay between lack and excess. By examining the work of philosophers such as Aristotle,...

Laurence G. Boldt's collection of distilled thoughts from history's greatest philosophers and religious figures offers a hearty and wholesome soup of wisdom.This 25-part exploration of the Zen...

Exploring the complex role of emotion in sport, this book delves into the philosophical perspectives that shape our understanding of emotional expression and its psychological impact.Ancient Greek...

Arius Didymus' survey of Peripatetic ethics, household management, and politics offers a unique insight into practical philosophy. This volume draws on surviving treatises by Aristotle, as well as...

Ancient Greek Philosophers by Editors of Canterbury Classics is a comprehensive collection of thoughts from some of history's most influential thinkers. This beautifully bound leather volume explores...

Does the Atom Have a Designer? is a thought-provoking analysis that questions whether the intricate structure and functions of atoms are the result of chance events following the Big Bang.The book...

Ancient Philosophy: An Introduction by Kirk Fitzpatrick provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of the major philosophers and foundational concepts of classical antiquity. This book assumes...

What Philosophy Can Do explores how philosophical ideas can help us make sense of modern life's biggest questions and most powerful forces.Gary Gutting examines contemporary issues through the lens...

Greek Musical Writings: Volume 2, Harmonic and Acoustic Theory by Andrew Barker This collection of Greek texts explores the development of harmonic and acoustic theory over nearly a thousand years...

The Politics of Slavery by Laura Brace examines the history and politics of slavery from classical Greek philosophy to modern times. Brace explores how scholars have understood slavery, including the...

The Philosophy of Illumination by Shihab al-Din Suhrawardi is a foundational work in Islamic philosophy that explores the nature of knowledge and reality. Written in response to Aristotle's...

Dialogues on Consciousness by Ricardo Manzotti and Tim Parks explores the nature of consciousness through in-depth discussions between two prominent thinkers. Fifteen edited conversations, previously...

Music and Politics by John Street explores the complex relationship between music and politics. This book examines how organised sound has been used to inspire crowds, mobilise movements, and even...

Plotinus' Ennead, Volume VI: 1-5 is a foundational work of Neoplatonic philosophy. Written by Plotinus, one of the most influential philosophers of the ancient world, this collection of treatises...

A comprehensive and authoritative account of Pythagoras and his influential philosophy is presented in this book. Spanning over 2,000 years, twenty-one chapters explore the development of Pythagorean...

A desperate man will do anything to find his twin brother. Dr. Aristotle Campbell is forced out of his laboratory and into space in search of Ari's abduction. He needs a pilot to cross the Verge, a...

A masterly analysis of Leviticus, this latest volume in a renowned series of commentaries on the Hebrew Bible weaves together traditional Jewish exegesis, psychoanalysis, and postmodern criticism to...

Oxford Studies in Ancient Philosophy, Volume 54 by Victor Caston This volume presents a collection of scholarly articles exploring various aspects of ancient philosophy. It includes studies on key...

The Greek and Roman Critics by G. M. A. Grube is a comprehensive study of the literary criticism of ancient Greece and Rome. First published in 1965, this reprint edition has been widely used as a...

A Theory of Communication and Justice by Klaus Bruhn Jensen explores the intersection of communication and justice in the digital age. This book updates classic positions in political philosophy and...

The Art of the Actor by Jean Benedetti explores the history and evolution of acting, tracing the development of theories on the actor's craft from classical conceptions to modern ideas. Drawing on...

This personal and cheerful guide explores a wide range of philosophies, from Aristotle to Zhuang Zhu and Epicurus to Socrates.Join Haim Shapira on a tour through the thoughts and experiences of...

Art and Thought explores the relationship between art history and key movements in western thought. This collection of essays considers how philosophical frameworks shape our understanding of objects...