Philosophy

From the theory of 'deliberative democracy' to the politics of the 'third way', the present Zeitgeist is characterized by attempts to deny what Chantal Mouffe contends is the inherently conflictual nature of democratic politics. Far from being signs of...

A book to let you know you're not alone: the wisdom of the ages can guide us through the struggles of the present. The fate of our civilisation depends on whether ordinary people internalise the truth and beauty conveyed in the masterpieces of Western...

This guide to the most interesting work that has recently appeared on Aquinas reflects the revival of interest in his work. Written by one of the foremost Roman Catholic theologians currently writing in English.Offers a guide to the most interesting work...

Philosophers have always enjoyed asking awkward and provocative questions, such as:What is the nature of reality?What are human beings really like?What is special about the human mind and consciousness?Are we free to choose who we are and what we do?Can...

Alongside Jesus and Muhammad, the Buddha is the most significant figure in the history of religion. Philip Almond's engaging new book is the first to combine a history of early traditions about Siddhartha Gautama's life with an authoritative account of...

"The Lord of the Rings" is intended to be applicable to the real world of relationships, religion, pleasure, pain and politics. Tolkien himself said that his grand tale of wizards, orcs, hobbits and elves was aimed at truth and good morals in...

Following on from the internationally bestselling The Art of Happiness, the Dalai Lama and Howard Cutler bring us the inspiring The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World.This inspirational book brings the successful East-meets-West pairing together again...

`Probably the most compulsive text ever penned about what it means to handle and possess a book' - Christopher de Hamel, author of Meetings with Remarkable Manuscripts; `A real treasure trove for book lovers' - Alexander McCall Smith; We love books. We...

Use better thinking to empower yourself, discover opportunities, avoid disastrous mistakes, build wealth, and achieve your biggest goals! This is your complete, up-to-the-minute blueprint for assessing and improving the way you think about everything -...

Sir Anthony Kenny tells the fascinating story of the development of philosophy in the modern world, from the early nineteenth century to the late twentieth century. Alongside (and intertwined with) extraordinary scientific advances, cultural changes, and...

In this book van Fraassen develops an alternative to scientific realism by constructing and evaluating three mutually reinforcing theories.ReviewsDensely argued, erudite and rich in examples from both art and science...Scientific Representation is both...

Together in one special volume, selections from the best of beloved, bestselling author C. S. Lewis's classic works for readers contemplating the 'grand miracle' of Jesus's resurrection. Preparing for Easter is a concise, handy companion for...

This is a call to mindfulness, dedicated to easing suffering.The story of Shakyamuni Buddha's epic journey to enlightenment is perhaps the most important narrative in the Buddhist tradition. Tenzin Choegyel's The Life of the Buddha, composed in the...

This is a fun introduction to philosophy, ideal for general readers and first-year students coming to this fascinating subject for the first time."A to Z of Philosophy" is a fun, concise and accessible introduction to a fascinating subject...

Buddhism was founded thousands of years ago, and has inspired millions of people with its peaceful teachings. This book highlights and explains the central concepts of Buddhism to the modern reader, with explanations of mindfulness, karma, The Four Noble...

In this classic text on ageing wisely, the renowned Jungian analyst Helen M. Luke reflects on the final journeys described in Homer's Odyssey, Shakespeare's King Lear, and T.S. Eliot's Little Gidding, as well as devoting attention to suffering.In...

Our contemporary horror stories are written in a world where there seems little faith, lost hope, and no salvation. All that remains is the fragmentary and occasionally lyrical testimony of the human being struggling to confront its lack of reason for...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486813516Author Aristotle AristotleFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Weight(grams)...

Many of us wonder what we could possibly do to end oppression, exploitation, and injustice. People have studied revolutions and protest movements for centuries, but few have focused on prefigurative politics, the idea of 'building the new society within...

This is the ninth volume of Oxford Studies in Political Philosophy. Since its revival in the 1970s political philosophy has been a vibrant field in philosophy, one that intersects with jurisprudence, normative economics, political theory in political...

Often translated simply as "logic," the Sanskrit word nyaya means "rule of reasoning" or "method of reasoning." Texts from the school of classical Indian philosophy that bears this name are concerned with cognition, reasoning, and the norms that govern...

Completely revised throughout, Culture and Value is a selection from Wittgenstein's notebooks -- on the nature of art, religion, culture, and the nature of philosophical activity.Book InformationISBN 9780631205715Author Ludwig WittgensteinFormat...

By 2100, the human population may exceed 11 billion. Having recently surpassed 7.5 billion, it has trebled since 1950. Are such numbers sustainable, given a deepening environmental crisis? Can so many live well? Or should world population be controlled?...

From respected philosopher and writer Jonathan Wolff, this brief introduction to ethics stimulates independent thought, emphasises real-world examples, and provides clear and engaging introductions to key moral theories and the thinkers behind them. The...

Emotion is at the centre of our personal and social lives. To love or to hate, to be frightened or grateful is not just a matter of how we feel on the inside: our emotional responses direct our thoughts and actions, unleash our imaginations, and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781589880757Author Eva BrannFormat PaperbackPage Count 378Imprint Paul Dry Books, IncPublisher Paul Dry Books, IncWeight(grams) 548g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780805212136Author Hannah ArendtFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Schocken BooksPublisher Schocken BooksWeight(grams) 221gDimensions(mm) 202mm * 134mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781936597727Author Frithjof SchuonFormat PaperbackPage Count 312Imprint World Wisdom BooksPublisher World Wisdom Books

Drawing freely and expertly from Continental and analytic traditions, Richard Bernstein examines a number of debates and controversies exemplified in the works of Gadamer, Habermas, Rorty, and Arendt. He argues that a "new conversation" is emerging about...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780880106238Author Rudolf SteinerFormat PaperbackPage Count 156Imprint SteinerBooks, IncPublisher Anthroposophic Press IncWeight(grams) 299gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781614297598Author Jakusho Kwong Roshi JakushoFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Wisdom Publications,U.S.Publisher Wisdom Publications,U.S.

How should we reason in science? Jan Sprenger and Stephan Hartmann offer a refreshing take on classical topics in philosophy of science, using a single key concept to explain and to elucidate manifold aspects of scientific reasoning. They present good...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780816617654Author Peter SloterdijkFormat PaperbackPage Count 136Imprint University of Minnesota PressPublisher University of Minnesota PressDimensions(mm)...

The eighteenth-century naturalist Erasmus Darwin (grandfather of Charles) argued that plants are animate, living beings and attributed them sensation, movement, and a certain degree of mental activity, emphasizing the continuity between humankind and...

The Blackwell Guide to the Philosophy of Law and Legal Theory is a handy guide to the state of play in contemporary philosophy of law and legal theory. Comprises 23 essays critical essays on the central themes and issues of the philosophy of law today,...

The first authoritative and comprehensive survey of the origins and current state of transhumanist thinking The rapid pace of emerging technologies is playing an increasingly important role in overcoming fundamental human limitations. Featuring core...

A compelling portrait of Mary Wollstonecraft that shows the intimate connections between her life and workMary Wollstonecraft's A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, first published in 1792, is a work of enduring relevance in women's rights advocacy...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781611809268Author Shenpen HookhamFormat PaperbackPage Count 208Imprint Shambhala Publications IncPublisher Shambhala Publications Inc

Topics in Stoicism.Seneca, Lucius Annaeus, born at Corduba (Cordova) ca. 4 BC, of a prominent and wealthy family, spent an ailing childhood and youth at Rome in an aunt's care. He became famous in rhetoric, philosophy, money-making, and imperial service...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781845409265Author Noel O'SullivanFormat PaperbackPage Count 200Imprint Imprint AcademicPublisher Imprint AcademicWeight(grams) 300gDimensions(mm) 234mm *...