Changing the Subject: Philosophy from Socrates to Adorno (Geuss Raymond)(Paperback)

Changing the Subject: Philosophy from Socrates to Adorno (Geuss Raymond)(Paperback)

'A history of philosophy in twelve thinkers...The whole performance combines polyglot philological rigor with supple intellectual sympathy, and it is all presented...in a spirit of fun.'--Times Literary Supplement'If one of philosophy's crucial tasks is to snap us out of complacency and re-frame

Philosophy and Real Politics (Geuss Raymond)(Pevná vazba)

A trenchant critique of established ideas in political philosophy and a provocative call for change Many contemporary political thinkers are gripped by the belief that their task is to develop an ideal theory of rights or justice for guiding and judging political actions. But in Philosophy and Real

Socrates, Buddha, Confucius, Jesus: From the Great Philosophers, Volume I (Jaspers Karl)(Paperback)

A part of Jaspers s planned universal history of philosophy, focusing on the four paradigmatic individuals who have exerted a historical influence of incomparable scope and depth. Edited by Hannah Arendt; Index. Translated by Ralph

Problems of Moral Philosophy (Adorno Theodor W.)(Paperback)

Theodor W. Adorno (1903-1969), one of the leading social thinkers of the twentieth century, long concerned himself with the problems of moral philosophy, or 'whether the good life is a genuine possibility in the present.' This book consists of a course of seventeen lectures given in May-July 1963

Socrates (Prior William J.)(Paperback)

Socrates is one the most important thinkers in western philosophy, yet he remains enigmatic, having left behind no works of his own. Instead, his thought is understood primarily through the work of his followers, particularly Plato. Yet Plato's dialogues can offer conflicting portraits of Socrates

Knowledge in a Nutshell: Classical Philosophy - The complete guide to the founders of western philosophy, including Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, and Epicurus (Moore Michael)(Paperback / softback)

The Genesis of Living Forms (Ruyer Raymond)(Paperback)

The philosophy of Raymond Ruyer was an important if subterranean influence on twentieth-century French thought, and explicitly engaged with by figures such as Maurice Merleau-Ponty, Georges Canguilhem, Gilbert Simondon, and Gilles Deleuze. The Genesis of Living Forms is Ruyer's most focussed and

Socrates: A Very Short Introduction (Taylor C. C. W.)(Paperback)

Socrates has a unique position in the history of philosophy; it is no exaggeration to say that had it not been for his influence on Plato, the whole development of Western philosophy might have been unimaginably different. Yet Socrates wrote nothing himself, and our knowledge of him is derived

Who Needs a World View? (Geuss Raymond)(Pevná vazba)

One of the world's most provocative philosophers attacks the obsession with comprehensive intellectual systems--the perceived need for a world view. We live in a unitary cosmos created and cared for in all its details by a benevolent god. That, for centuries, was the starting point for much

Introducing Political Philosophy: A Graphic Guide (Robinson Dave)(Paperback)

Introducing Political Philosophy explains the subject s central concepts and presents the major political theorists from Plato to Michel Foucault. How did governments get started? Why should they be obeyed? Could we live without them? How much power should they have? Is freedom a right? Which is

Philosophy Before Socrates - An Introduction with Texts and Commentary (McKirahan Richard D.)(Paperback / softback)

Perseverance (Antrobus Raymond)(Paperback / softback)

The debut full collection from celebrated British-Jamaican poet Raymond

Islamic Philosophy (Fakhry Majid)(Paperback)

A comprehensive examination of the struggle to reconcile philosophy and Islam. From the introduction of Greek Philosophy into the Muslim world in the eighth century, right through to modern times, Majid Fakhry charts the evolution and interaction of philosophy, theology, and mysticism in the

Exile's Return (Feist Raymond E.)(Paperback / softback)

The penultimate volume in The Conclave of Shadows from worldwide bestselling author Raymond E Feist. Featuring one of the most fascinating characters and scenarios ever created in the genre. The series promises to become one of the great all-time classics in the

The Philosophy of Tragedy (Young Julian)(Paperback)

This book is an exhaustive survey of the philosophy of tragedy from antiquity to the present. From Aristotle to Zizek the focal question has been: why, in spite of its distressing content, do we value tragic drama? What is the nature of the 'tragic effect'? Some philosophers point to a certain kind

Philosophy in Minutes (Weeks Marcus)(Paperback / softback)

The quickest way to learn about philosophy, from metaphysics to

Introduction to the Philosophy of History - with selections from The Philosophy of Right (Hegel G. W. F.)(Paperback / softback)

Degree in a Book: Philosophy - Everything You Need to Know to Master the Subject - in One Book! (Gibson Dr Peter)(Paperback / softback)

Negative Dialectics (Adorno Theodor Wiesengrund)(Paperback)

The major work and Adorno's culminating achievement. Negative Dialectics is a critique of the philosophies of Kant, Hegel, and Heidegger, and a visionary elaboration of the author's own vision of

A History of Islamic Philosophy (Fakhry Majid)(Paperback)

The first comprehensive survey of Islamic philosophy from the seventh century to the present, this classic discusses Islamic thought and its effect on the cultural aspects of Muslim life. Fakhry shows how Islamic philosophy has followed from the earliest times a distinctive line of development,

Talon of the Silver Hawk (Feist Raymond E.)(Paperback / softback)

A sweeping new epic fantasy series from worldwide bestselling author Raymond E Feist, marking the 20th year since the first publication of his first novel, Magician. Featuring one of the most fascinating characters and scenarios ever created in the genre, The Conclave of Shadows promises to become

The Stars Down to Earth (Adorno Theodor)(Paperback)

The Stars Down to Earth shows us a stunningly prescient Adorno. Haunted by the ugly side of American culture industries he used the different angles provided by each of these three essays to showcase the dangers inherent in modern obsessions with consumption. He engages with some of his most

Jimmy and the Crawler (Feist Raymond E.)(Paperback / softback)

A fantastic new novella from the master of magic and adventure. Bestselling author Raymond E. Feist returns to the city of Krondor and one of his most loved characters, Jimmy the Hand.The Crawler: a name whispered in fear... In the crime-ridden back alleys of Krondor a rival gang has sprung up to

Minima Moralia: Reflections from Damaged Life (Adorno Theodor)(Paperback)

'A volume of Adorno is equivalent to a whole shelf of books on literature.' --Susan Sontag A reflection on everyday existence in the 'sphere of consumption of late Capitalism', this work is Adorno's literary and philosophical masterpiece. Built from aphorisms and reflections, he shifts in register