Philosophy of Biology (Godfrey-Smith Peter)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Biology (Godfrey-Smith Peter)(Paperback)

An essential introduction to the philosophy of biologyThis is a concise, comprehensive, and accessible introduction to the philosophy of biology written by a leading authority on the subject. Geared to philosophers, biologists, and students of both, the book provides sophisticated and innovative

Philosophy of Biology: A Very Short Introduction (Okasha Samir)(Paperback)

Over the last forty years the philosophy of biology has emerged as an important sub-discipline of the philosophy of science. Covering some of science's most divisive topics, such as philosophical issues in genetics, it also encompasses areas where modern biology has increasingly impinged on

Other Minds - The Octopus and the Evolution of Intelligent Life (Godfrey-Smith Peter)(Paperback / softback)

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2017 ROYAL SOCIETY SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE What if intelligent life on Earth evolved not once, but twice? The octopus is the closest we will come to meeting an intelligent alien. What can we learn from the encounter? In Other Minds, Peter Godfrey-Smith, a distinguished philosopher

Jiné mysli - O původu inteligence chobotnic - Peter Godfrey-Smith

Jiné mysli je kniha nejen o chobotnicích, sépiích, olihních, ale také o vědomí. Autor se zamýšlí nad tím, kde se vzala inteligence chobotnic, a to s ohledem na evoluci, ale připojuje také filozofický pohled. V čem se liší přemýšlení hlavonožců, ptáků a savců? Jaké to je

The Cambridge Companion to Arabic Philosophy (Adamson Peter)(Paperback)

Representing one of the great traditions of Western philosophy, philosophy written in Arabic and in the Islamic world was inspired by Greek philosophical works and the indigenous ideas of Islamic theology. This collection of essays, by some of the leading scholars in Arabic philosophy, provides an

Philosophy (Cave Peter)(Paperback)

Philosophy, the 'love of wisdom', is the product of our endless fascination and curiosity about the world - the child of wonder. Through it, we seek to answer the most fundamental of questions: How do we know what we know? Does God exist? What is beauty? How should we live our lives? What am I? In

Philosophy 101 by Socrates: An Introduction to Philosophy Via Plato's Apology (Kreeft Peter)(Paperback)

Philosophy means 'the love of wisdom.' Kreeft uses the dialogues of Socrates to help the reader grow in that love. He says that no master of the art of philosophizing has ever been more simple, clear, and accessible to beginners as has Socrates. He focuses on Plato's dialogues, the Apology of

Object-Oriented Philosophy: The Noumenon's New Clothes (Wolfendale Peter)(Paperback)

A remarkably clear explication of the tenets of Object-Oriented Philosophy and an acute critique of the movement's ramifications for philosophy today.How does the patience and rigour of philosophical explanation fare when confronted with an irrepressible desire to commune with the object and to

Medieval Philosophy: A History of Philosophy Without Any Gaps, Volume 4 (Adamson Peter)(Pevná vazba)

Peter Adamson presents a lively introduction to six hundred years of European philosophy, from the beginning of the ninth century to the end of the fourteenth century. The medieval period is one of the richest in the history of philosophy, yet one of the least widely known. Adamson introduces us to

Principles of Evolutionary Medicine (Gluckman Peter)(Paperback)

Evolutionary science is critical to an understanding of integrated human biology and is increasingly recognised as a core discipline by medical and public health professionals. Advances in the field of genomics, epigenetics, developmental biology, and epidemiology have led to the growing

Plant Biology (Smith Alison M.)(Paperback)

Plant Biology is a new textbook written for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students. It is an account of modern plant science, reflecting recent advances in genetics and genomics and the excitement they have created. The book begins with a review of what is known about the origins of

Eagles War - The War Diary of an Aircraft Carrier (Smith Peter C.)(Paperback / softback)

The Biology of Sharks and Rays (Klimley A. Peter)(Pevná vazba)

The Biology of Sharks and Rays is a comprehensive resource on the biological and physiological characteristics of the cartilaginous fishes: sharks, rays, and chimaeras. In sixteen chapters, organized by theme, A. Peter Klimley covers a broad spectrum of topics, including taxonomy, morphology,

Philosophy in the Islamic World: A Very Short Introduction (Adamson Peter)(Paperback)

In the history of philosophy, few topics are so relevant to today's cultural and political landscape as philosophy in the Islamic world. Yet, this remains one of the lesser-known philosophical traditions. In this Very Short Introduction, Peter Adamson explores the history of philosophy among

Ancient Philosophy, Mystery, and Magic: Empedocles and Pythagorean Tradition (Kingsley Peter)(Paperback)

This is the first book to analyze systematically crucial aspects of ancient Greek philosophy in their original context of mystery, religion, and magic. The author brings to light recently uncovered evidence about ancient Pythagoreanism and its influence on Plato, and reconstructs the fascinating

Biology of Sex (Mills Alex)(Paperback)

Biology of Sex is an interesting, lively, and intellectually challenging introduction to the biology of sex. Mills analyzes the biological basis of sex by introducing genetic, physiological, and evolutionary principles. In order to explain the biological aspects of human sex, he uses direct and

The Gramscian Moment: Philosophy, Hegemony and Marxism (Thomas Peter D.)(Paperback)

Though claimed by disparate schools of thought, Peter Thomas shows Gramsci is best understood as deepening the classical Marxist

Seeking Savannah (Smith Peter Cookson)(Paperback)

An original means of examining American urbanism through a narrative of discussion and exploration between various fictional participants, that relate in the first instance to the visionary plan for Savannah, acclaimed for its interwoven urban values, and the wider debate on the urban challenges

Heidegger: A Critical Introduction (Trawny Peter)(Paperback)

Martin Heidegger is one of the most influential figures of twentieth century philosophy but his reputation was tainted by his associations with Nazism. The posthumous publication of the Black Notebooks, which reveal the shocking extent of Heidegger's anti-Semitism, has only cast further doubt on

In the Dark Places of Wisdom (Kingsley Peter)(Paperback)

The author of Ancient Philosophy, Mystery and Magic has unearthed a sensational, true story of a mystical and esoteric tradition that lies hidden at the roots of Western culture--and that gave rise to the world we live

The Nicene Option: An Incarnational Phenomenology (Smith James K. A.)(Pevná vazba)

Christian philosophy and philosophy of religion tend to be dominated by analytic approaches, which have brought a valuable logical rigor to the discussion of matters of belief. However, the perspectives of continental philosophy--in particular, the continental emphasis on embodied forms of

Biology as Ideology: The Doctrine of DNA (Lewontin Richard C.)(Paperback)

Following in the fashion of Stephen Jay Gould and Peter Medawar, one of the world's leading scientists examines how 'pure science' is in fact shaped and guided by social and political needs and

Philosophy of Mind (Jaworski William)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Mind introduces readers to one of the liveliest fields in contemporary philosophy by discussing mind-body problems and the various solutions to them. It provides a detailed yet balanced overview of the entire field that enables readers to jump immediately into current debates. Treats

The Beauty and Fascination of Science (Buchachenko Anatoly L.)(Pevná vazba)

Science.- Physics.- Mathematics.- Evolution.- Chemistry.- Biology.- Intelligence.- History.- Philosophy.- Aesthetics of