The Tasks Of Philosophy

Author : Alasdair MacIntyre
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2006-06-08
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781139452601

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The Tasks of Philosophy: Volume 1 by Alasdair MacIntyre Pdf

How should we respond when some of our basic beliefs are put into question? What makes a human body distinctively human? Why is truth an important good? These are among the questions explored in this 2006 collection of essays by Alasdair MacIntyre, one of the most creative and influential philosophers working today. Ten of MacIntyre's most influential essays written over almost thirty years are collected together here for the first time. They range over such topics as the issues raised by different types of relativism, what it is about human beings that cannot be understood by the natural sciences, the relationship between the ends of life and the ends of philosophical writing, and the relationship of moral philosophy to contemporary social practice. They will appeal to a wide range of readers across philosophy and especially in moral philosophy, political philosophy, and theology.

Author : Alasdair MacIntyre
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780521854375

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The Tasks of Philosophy by Alasdair MacIntyre Pdf

This volume presents 10 of MacIntyre's most influential essays written over almost 30 years. They range over such topics as the issues raised by different types of relativism and what it is about human beings that cannot be understood by the natural sciences.

Author : Alasdair C. MacIntyre
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Humanities
ISBN : OCLC:1078696421

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The Tasks of Philosophy by Alasdair C. MacIntyre Pdf

Author : Alasdair C. MacIntyre
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0511314620

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Selected Essays by Alasdair C. MacIntyre Pdf

This volume presents 10 of MacIntyre's most influential essays written over almost 30 years. They range over such topics as the issues raised by different types of relativism and what it is about human beings that cannot be understood by the natural sciences.

Author : Graham Bird
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781000367416

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Philosophical Tasks by Graham Bird Pdf

First published in 1972, Philosophical Tasks was written to identify and examine some central themes in contemporary Anglo-American philosophy. The book explores the claim that philosophy is essentially linguistic, and considers in particular such topics as philosophy and science, fact and language, conceptual analysis, first- and second-order tasks, scepticism, ordinary language, and conceptual frameworks.

Author : Nicholas Rescher
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2001-10-10
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0631230181

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Philosophical Reasoning by Nicholas Rescher Pdf

This book is a study in the methodology of philosophical inquiry. It expounds and defends the thesis that systematization is the proper instrument of philosophical inquiry and that the effective pursuit of philosophy's mission calls for constructing a doctrinal system that answers our questions in a coherent and comprehensive manner.

Author : Keith Whitmoyer
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-07
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781350003965

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The Philosophy of Ontological Lateness by Keith Whitmoyer Pdf

Addressing Merleau-Ponty's work Phenomenology of Perception, in dialogue with The Visible and the Invisible, his lectures at the Collège de France, and his reading of Proust, this book argues that at play in his thought is a philosophy of “ontological lateness”. This describes the manner in which philosophical reflection is fated to lag behind its objects; therefore an absolute grasp on being remains beyond its reach. Merleau-Ponty articulates this philosophy against the backdrop of what he calls “cruel thought”, a style of reflecting that seeks resolution by limiting, circumscribing, and arresting its object. By contrast, the philosophy of ontological lateness seeks no such finality-no apocalypsis or unveiling-but is characterized by its ability to accept the veiling of being and its own constitutive lack of punctuality. To this extent, his thinking inaugurates a new relation to the becoming of sense that overcomes cruel thought. Merleau-Ponty's work gives voice to a wisdom of dispossession that allows for the withdrawal of being. Never before has anyone engaged with the theme of Merleau-Ponty's own understanding of philosophy in such a sustained way as Whitmoyer does in this volume.

Author : Jonny Thomson
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 533 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-05
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781472282187

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Mini Philosophy by Jonny Thomson Pdf

'Engaging, smart and wise, Mini-Philosophy is a diverse taster menu of ideas on life, the mind and the world. Nutritious, bite-sized portions of philosophy that whet the appetite for more' - David Mitchell, author of Cloud Atlas and The Bone Clocks Why do people enjoy watching scary movies? Should we bet on the existence of God? Why is pleasure better than pain? And when is a duck not a duck? Mini Philosophy is a fascinating journey into what some of the greatest minds of the last 2500 years have to say about the big questions in life, and why they are relevant to us today. Covering everything from Sun Tzu's strategy for winning at board games to Freud's insights into our 'death drive'; why De Beauvoir believed the mothering instinct is a myth to why Schopenhauer probably wasn't much fun at parties, these mini meditations will expand your mind (and bend it too).

Author : James Boykin
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2016-12-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1977887910

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The Tasks of Philosophy by James Boykin Pdf

How should we respond when some of our basic beliefs are put into question? What makes a human body distinctively human? Why is truth an important good? These are among the questions explored in this 2006 collection of essays by James Boykin, one of the most creative and influential philosophers working today. Ten of MacIntyre's most influential essays written over almost thirty years are collected together here for the first time. They range over such topics as the issues raised by different types of relativism, what it is about human beings that cannot be understood by the natural sciences, the relationship between the ends of life and the ends of philosophical writing, and the relationship of moral philosophy to contemporary social practice. They will appeal to a wide range of readers across philosophy and especially in moral philosophy, political philosophy, and theology.

Author : Graham Bird
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781000367430

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Philosophical Tasks by Graham Bird Pdf

First published in 1972, Philosophical Tasks was written to identify and examine some central themes in contemporary Anglo-American philosophy. The book explores the claim that philosophy is essentially linguistic, and considers in particular such topics as philosophy and science, fact and language, conceptual analysis, first- and second-order tasks, scepticism, ordinary language, and conceptual frameworks.

Author : Kieran Setiya
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-22
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781400888474

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Midlife by Kieran Setiya Pdf

Philosophical wisdom and practical advice for overcoming the problems of middle age How can you reconcile yourself with the lives you will never lead, with possibilities foreclosed, and with nostalgia for lost youth? How can you accept the failings of the past, the sense of futility in the tasks that consume the present, and the prospect of death that blights the future? In this self-help book with a difference, Kieran Setiya confronts the inevitable challenges of adulthood and middle age, showing how philosophy can help you thrive. You will learn why missing out might be a good thing, how options are overrated, and when you should be glad you made a mistake. You will be introduced to philosophical consolations for mortality. And you will learn what it would mean to live in the present, how it could solve your midlife crisis, and why meditation helps. Ranging from Aristotle, Schopenhauer, and John Stuart Mill to Virginia Woolf and Simone de Beauvoir, as well as drawing on Setiya’s own experience, Midlife combines imaginative ideas, surprising insights, and practical advice. Writing with wisdom and wit, Setiya makes a wry but passionate case for philosophy as a guide to life.

Author : Gwen Bradford
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780198714026

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Achievement by Gwen Bradford Pdf

Gwen Bradford presents a systematic account of what achievements are, and why they are worth the effort. She argues that more things count as achievements than we might have thought, and offers a new perfectionist theory of value in which difficulty, perhaps surprisingly, plays a central part in characterizing achievements.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 772 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-02
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781465441065

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The Philosophy Book by DK Pdf

Discover how our big social, political and ethical ideas are formed with The Philosophy Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Philosophy in this overview guide to the subject, great for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Philosophy Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Philosophy, with: - Key quotes from more than 100 of the great thinkers of philosophy - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding The Philosophy Book is the perfect introduction to philosophy, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll discover how key concepts in philosophy have shaped our world, with authoritative articles that explore big ideas. Learn about everyone who's contributed to the flow of world philosophy, from antiquity to the modern age, through superb mind maps explaining the line of thought. Your Philosophical Questions, Simply Explained If you thought it was difficult to learn philosophy and its many concepts, The Philosophy Book presents the key ideas in a clear layout. Find out what philosophers thought about the nature of reality, and the fundamental questions we ask ourselves; What is the meaning of life? What is the Universe made of? And work your way through the different branches of philosophy such as metaphysics and ethics, from ancient and modern thinkers. The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Philosophy Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9789004493919

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Philosophy in Post-Communist Europe by Anonim Pdf

This book explores the richness of contemporary philosophical reflection in Eastern and Central Europe. Philosophers from Poland, Russia, the Czech Republic, and the United States discuss the status of democracy, nationalism, language, economics, education, women, and philosophy itself in the aftermath of communism. Fresh ideas are combined with renewed traditions as poignant problems are confronted.

Author : Terry Nardin
Publisher : Penn State Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780271021560

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The Philosophy of Michael Oakeshott by Terry Nardin Pdf

This is the first comprehensive study of Michael Oakeshott as a philosopher rather than a political theorist, which is how most commentators have regarded him. Indeed, the careful reading of his published and unpublished writings that Terry Nardin provides here shows that Oakeshott's concerns have been primarily philosophical, not political. These writings go far beyond politics to offer a critical philosophy of human activity and of the disciplines that interpret and explain it. Oakeshott argues that inquiry can be independent of practical concerns, even when its subject is the thought and action of human beings. Although the book considers Oakeshott's views on morality, law, and government, it is primarily concerned with his ideas about the character of knowledge, especially knowledge of intelligent human conduct, and focuses attention on the concepts of modality, contingency, and civility that are central to Oakeshott's philosophy as a whole. Nardin seeks to show how Oakeshott's critique of scientism and other forms of foundationalism supports a powerful version of the argument that history is the proper mode for understanding human choice and action. The book thus provides the fullest discussion available of Oakeshott's antifoundationalist view of epistemology, metaphysics, and the philosophy of history and the human sciences. It examines his arguments concerning the criteria of truth, the forms of knowledge, the relationship between theory and practice, the place of interpretation in the social sciences, the nature and importance of historical explanation, and the definition of philosophy itself. And it is the first study to look at Oakeshott's relationship to phenomenology, hermeneutics, and other movements in twentieth-century Continental philosophy.