The Philosophy of Civilization (Schweitzer Albert)(Paperback)

The Philosophy of Civilization (Schweitzer Albert)(Paperback)

Albert Schweitzer's social and ethical philosophy is best expressed in The Philosophy of Civilization. Not widely available in recent years, this edition will give contemporary readers the opportunity to discover his prophetic thought. In Book I, The Decay and Restoration of Civilization,

Introducing Logic: A Graphic Guide (Cryan Dan)(Paperback)

Logic is the backbone of Western civilization, holding together its systems of philosophy, science and law. Yet despite logic's widely acknowledged importance, it remains an unbroken seal for many, due to its heavy use of jargon and mathematical symbolism. This book follows the historical

Technology and the Character of Contemporary Life: A Philosophical Inquiry (Borgmann Albert)(Paperback)

Blending social analysis and philosophy, Albert Borgmann maintains that technology creates a controlling pattern in our lives. This pattern, discernible even in such an inconspicuous action as switching on a stereo, has global effects: it sharply divides life into labor and leisure, it sustains the

Ancient Greek Philosophers (Editors of Canterbury Classics)(Leather)

'Philosophy begins in wonder.' --Plato Have you ever wondered about the development of civilization? What topics were discussed in the days of ancient Greece? This collection of thoughts from Plato, Aristotle, and other masters of philosophy will lead your mind on a journey of enlightened

The Idea of Civilization and the Making of the Global Order (Linklater Andrew)(Paperback)

The idea of civilization recurs frequently in reflections on international politics. However, International Relations academic writings on civilization have failed to acknowledge the major 20th-century analysis that examined the processes through which Europeans came to regard themselves as

American Civilization: An Introduction (Mauk David)(Paperback)

The eighth edition of the hugely successful American Civilization offers students the perfect background and introductory information on contemporary American life, examining the central dimensions of American society from geography and the environment to government and politics, religion,

Doktorka z domu Trubačů - Ilona Borská - e-kniha

eBook: Literárním zpracováním osudu lékařky přezdívané „český Albert Schweitzer“ přiblížila Ilona Borská výjimečnou osobnost Vlasty Kálalové-Di Lottiové. Léčila, milovala, studovala, přednášela a cestovala s umanutou odvahou jít za svým snem. Její mimořádné

The History of Civilization in Europe (Guizot Franois)(Paperback)

Originally given as a series of lectures at the Sorbonne, Fran ois Guizot's History of Civilization in Europe was published to great acclaim in 1828 and is now regarded as a classic in modern historical research. History was particularly influential on Karl Marx, John Stuart Mill, and Alexis de

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 Consolation of Philosophy (Boethius)(Paperback)

The Consolation of Philosophy occupies a central place in the history of Western thought. Its author, Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius (ca. 476-526 c.e.), was a Roman philosopher, scholar, and statesman who wrote The Consolation of Philosophy while in a remote prison awaiting his execution on

Starfish (Watts Peter)(Paperback)

Civilization rests on the backs of its outcasts. So when civilization needs someone to run generating stations three kilometers below the surface of the Pacific, it seeks out a special sort of person for its Rifters program. It recruits those whose histories have preadapted them to dangerous

The Philosophy of Existence (Marcel Gabriel)(Paperback)

The Consolation of Philosophy (Boethius)(Paperback)

One of the most influential books in the history of Western thought, The Consolation of Philosophy was written in a prison cell by a condemned man. Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius (c. 480-524) was a Roman scholar, theologian, philosopher, and statesman. Imprisoned by the Ostrogothic king

The Philosophy of Design (Parsons Glenn)(Paperback)

The Philosophy of Design is an introduction to the fundamental philosophical issues raised by the contemporary practice of design. The first book to systematically examine design from the perspective of contemporary philosophy, it offers a broad perspective, ranging across key philosophical areas

LSD and the Divine Scientist: The Final Thoughts and Reflections of Albert Hofmann (Hofmann Albert)(Paperback)

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

Critique of Pure Reason (Kant Immanuel)(Paperback)

The masterpiece of the father of modern philosophy A seminal text of modern philosophy, Immanuel Kant's Critique of Pure Reason (1781) made history by bringing together two opposing schools of thought: rationalism, which grounds all our knowledge in reason, and empiricism, which traces all our

British Civilization: An Introduction (Oakland John)(Paperback)

Thoroughly updated and revised, the ninth edition of the highly regarded British Civilization: An Introduction continues to be the ideal textbook on Britain, its country and people, religion, politics and government, international relations, legal system, economy, education, media and culture for

Philosophy of Existence (Jaspers Karl)(Paperback)

Philosophy of Existence was first presented to the public as a series of lectures invited by The German Academy of Frankfurt. In preparing these lectures Jaspers, whom the Nazis had already dismissed from his professorship at Heidelberg, knew that he was speaking in Germany for the last time

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 of Logics (Haack Susan)(Paperback)

The first systematic exposition of all the central topics in the philosophy of logic, Susan Haack's book has established an international reputation (translated into five languages) for its accessibility, clarity, conciseness, orderliness, and range as well as for its thorough scholarship and

Relativity (Einstein Albert)(Paperback)

Time's 'Man of the Century', Albert Einstein is the unquestioned founder of modern physics. His theory of relativity is the most important scientific idea of the modern era. In this short book Einstein explains, using the minimum of mathematical terms, the basic ideas and principles of the theory

German Philosophy 1760-1860 (Pinkard Terry)(Paperback)

In the second half of the eighteenth century, German philosophy dominated European philosophy, changing the way Europeans and people all over the world conceived of themselves and thought about nature, religion, human history, politics, and the structure of the human mind. In this rich and

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