Wiley-VCH - Philosophy

The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology

Craig, William Lane / Moreland, J. P. (eds.) — 10 Feb 2012 08:18:15 +0100

The last few decades have witnessed a stunning resurgence of philosophical interest in God and theology. Although much of this renaissance is focused on the rationality of theistic belief apart from evidence, there is a gathering movement in philosophical circles to re-establish natural theology's legitimacy in explaining God's existence. With the help of in-depth essays from some of the world's leading philosophers, The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology explores the nature and existence of God through human reason and evidence from the natural world. [697 Pages, Softcover]

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The Art of Comics

Meskin, Aaron / Cook, Roy T. — 10 Feb 2012 08:18:09 +0100

The Art of Comics is the first-ever collection of essays published in English devoted to the philosophical topics raised by comics and graphic novels. In an area of growing philosophical interest, this volume constitutes a great leap forward in the development of this fast expanding field, and makes a powerful contribution to the philosophy of art. Providing an extensive and thorough introduction to the field, it responds to the increasing philosophical interest in comic art. It includes a preface by the renowned comics author Warren Ellis, illustrations, and a stunning cover by the rising young comics star David Heatley. [256 Pages, Hardcover]

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The Ethics of Cultural Appropriation

Young, James O. / Brunk, Conrad G. (eds.) — 6 Feb 2012 08:18:18 +0100

The Ethics of Cultural Appropriation undertakes a comprehensive and systematic investigation of the moral and aesthetic questions that arise from the practice of cultural appropriation. With sensitivity and rigorous empirical research, this groundbreaking work brings together a team of leading philosophers and experts in the social sciences to examine the ethics of cultural appropriation in its various guises: the arts and archaeology, museums, genetics, ecological knowledge, religion, and more. [320 Pages, Softcover]

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Hegel's Philosophy of Right

Brooks, Thom (ed.) — 6 Feb 2012 08:18:02 +0100

Hegel's Philosophy of Right presents a collection of new essays by leading international philosophers and Hegel scholars that analyze and explore Hegel's key contributions in the areas of ethics, politics, and the law. This is the most comprehensive collection on Hegel's Philosophy of Right available and features new essays by leading international Hegel interpreters divided in sections of ethics, politics, and law. This book presents significant new research on Hegel's Philosophy of Right that will set a new standard for future work on the topic. [224 Pages, Hardcover]

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A Companion to Schopenhauer

Vandenabeele, Bart (ed.) — 6 Feb 2012 08:17:56 +0100

A Companion to Schopenhauer showcases contemporary scholarship and provides a comprehensive guide to all the important facets of Schopenhauer's philosophy and life. The volume contains 26 newly commissioned essays by prominent Schopenhauer scholars working in the field today, covering the full range of historical and philosophical perspectives on Schopenhauer's work. [432 Pages, Hardcover]

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Theism and Ultimate Explanation

O'Connor, Timothy — 26 Jan 2012 08:17:31 +0100

An expansive, yet succinct, analysis of the Philosophy of Religion -- from metaphysics through theology. Organized into two sections, the text first examines truths concerning what is possible and what is necessary. These chapters lay the foundation for the book's second part -- the search for a metaphysical framework that permits the possibility of an ultimate explanation that is correct and complete. [192 Pages, Softcover]

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Environmental Philosophy

Sarkar, Sahotra — 23 Jan 2012 08:17:29 +0100

The first comprehensive treatment of environmental philosophy, going beyond ethics to address the philosophical concepts that underlie environmental thinking and policy-making today * Encompasses all of environmental philosophy, including conservation biology, restoration ecology, sustainability, environmental justice, and more * Offers the first treatment of decision theory in an environmental philosophy text * Explores the conceptions of nature and ethical presuppositions that underlie contemporary environmental debates, and, moving from theory to practice, shows how decision theory translates to public policy * Addresses both hot-button issues, including population and immigration reform, and such ongoing issues as historical legacies and nations' responsibility and obligation for environmental problems * Anchors philosophical concepts to their practical applications, establishing the priority of the discipline's real-world importance [224 Pages, Softcover]

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Environmental Philosophy

Sarkar, Sahotra — 23 Jan 2012 08:17:28 +0100

Philosophy for Children in Transition

Vansieleghem, Nancy / Kennedy, David (eds.) — 9 Jan 2012 08:18:06 +0100

Philosophy for Children arose in the 1970s in the US as an educational program, initiated by Matthew Lipman devoted to exploring the relationship between the notions of 'philosophy' and 'childhood'. The theory and practice of doing philosophy for or with children is now of growing interest in the field of education. This collection focuses on the emergence of the concept 'philosophy/child', and what determines its moment of emergence and the particular conditions of that emergence. Contributors establish the arguments that validate the relationship between philosophy and the child, and which clarify the significance of that relationship for teaching and learning today. [248 Pages, Softcover]

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Philosophical Issues, Volume 21, The Epistemology of Perception

Sosa, Ernest / Villanueva, Enrique (eds.) — 3 Jan 2012 08:17:56 +0100

This is a collection of papers on the epistemology of perception, very broadly conceived. It contains cutting-edge work by some of the most important contributors in the field. [300 Pages, Softcover]

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Blues - Philosophy for Everyone

Steinberg, Jesse R. / Fairweather, Abrol (eds.) — 29 Dec 2011 08:17:33 +0100

The philosophy of the blues From B.B. King to Billie Holiday, Blues music not only sounds good, but has an almost universal appeal in its reflection of the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Its ability to powerfully touch on a range of social and emotional issues is philosophically inspiring, and here, a diverse range of thinkers and musicians offer illuminating essays that make important connections between the human condition and the Blues that will appeal to music lovers and philosophers alike. [248 Pages, Softcover]

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Arrested Development and Philosophy

Phillips, Kristopher G. / Wisnewski, J. Jeremy (eds.) — 29 Dec 2011 08:17:24 +0100

A smart philosophical look at the cult hit television show, Arrested Development Arrested Development earned six Emmy awards, a Golden Globe award, critical acclaim, and a loyal cult following--and then it was canceled. Fortunately, this book steps into the void left by the show's premature demise by exploring the fascinating philosophical issues at the heart of the quirky Bluths and their comic exploits. Whether it's reflecting on Gob's self-deception or digging into Tobias's double entendres, you'll watch your favorite scenes and episodes of the show in a whole new way. * Takes an entertaining look at the philosophical ideas and tensions in the show's plots and themes * Gives you new insights about the Bluth family and other characters: Is George Michael's crush on his cousin unnatural? Is it immoral for Lindsay to lie about stealing clothes to hide the fact that she has a job? Are the pictures really of bunkers or balls? * Lets you sound super-smart as you rattle off the names of great philosophers like Sartre and Aristotle to explain key characters and episodes of the show Packed with thought-provoking insights, Arrested Development and Philosophy is essential reading for anyone who wants to know more about their late, lamented TV show. And it'll keep you entertained until the long-awaited Arrested Development movie finally comes out. (Whenever that is.) [272 Pages, Softcover]

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Sloterdijk Now

Elden, Stuart — 5 Dec 2011 08:19:25 +0100

Peter Sloterdijk is one of the most challenging and contentious thinkers currently working within the European tradition. This is the first collection devoted to his work for English-language audiences and will act as an introduction to his work, set an agenda for engagement with his ideas, and relate his writings to a range of political, theoretical and practical contexts. Since his philosophical bestseller Critique of Cynical Reason (1983), Sloterdijk has exercised an important influence over German and other European thought and recently interest in his diverse oeuvre has grown considerably. The past few years have seen a number of his books translated into English, with many more to come. The book seeks to do justice to the breadth of Sloterdijk's work throughout his career, orientated around the central topics of cynicism, ressentiment, the posthuman, space and world, art and literature, language, social science and his role as a public intellectual. Contributors include Babette Babich, Sjoerd van Tuinen, Eduardo Mendieta, Marie-Eve Morin, Efrain Kristol, Wieland Hoban, Nigel Thrift, Jean-Pierre Couture, and Sloterdijk himself. An explicitly interdisciplinary project, Sloterdijk Now is a crucial introduction to the work of this central thinker, in its complexity, variety and notoriety. It is set to spark debate amongst students and scholars across the humanities and social sciences. [212 Pages, Softcover]

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Sloterdijk Now

Elden, Stuart — 5 Dec 2011 08:19:24 +0100

Inception and Philosophy

Johnson, David Kyle (ed.) — 28 Nov 2011 08:18:17 +0100

A philosophical look at the movie Inception and its brilliant metaphysical puzzles Is the top still spinning? Was it all a dream? In the world of Christopher Nolan's four-time Academy Award-winning movie, people can share one another's dreams and alter their beliefs and thoughts. Inception is a metaphysical heist film that raises more questions than it answers: Can we know what is real? Can you be held morally responsible for what you do in dreams? What is the nature of dreams, and what do they tell us about the boundaries of self and other? From Plato to Aristotle and from Descartes to Hume, Inception and Philosophy draws from important philosophical minds to shed new light on the movie's captivating themes, including the one that everyone talks about: did the top fall down (and does it even matter)? * Explores the movie's key questions and themes, including how we can tell if we're dreaming or awake, how to make sense of a paradox, and whether or not inception is possible * Gives new insights into the nature of free will, time, dreams, and the unconscious mind * Discusses different interpretations of the film, and whether or not philosophy can help shed light on which is the right one * Deepens your understanding of the movie's multi-layered plot and dream-infiltrating characters, including Dom Cobb, Arthur, Mal, Ariadne, Eames, Saito, and Yusuf An essential companion for every dedicated Inception fan, this book will enrich your experience of the Inception universe and its complex dreamscape. [400 Pages, Softcover]

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An Introduction to Petroleum Technology, Economics, and Politics

Speight, James G. — 21 Nov 2011 08:18:22 +0100

There is only one substance known to mankind that can cause wars, influence global economies, and make countries rich: petroleum. But how much does the average person, even the average engineer, know about it? This book describes the petroleum industry in easy-to-understand language for both the layperson and engineer alike. From the economics of searching for oil and gas, getting it out of the ground, into pipelines, into refineries, and, finally, into your gas tank, this book covers the petroleum industry like no other treatment before. [334 Pages, Hardcover]

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Mortal Subjects

Howells, Christina — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:54 +0100

This wide ranging and challenging book explores the relationship between subjectivity and mortality as it is understood by a number of twentieth-century French philosophers including Sartre, Lacan, Levinas and Derrida. Making intricate and sometimes unexpected connections, Christina Howells draws together the work of prominent thinkers from the fields of phenomenology and existentialism, religious thought, psychoanalysis, and deconstruction, focussing in particular on the relations between body and soul, love and death, desire and passion. From Aristotle through to contemporary analytic philosophy and neuroscience the relationship between mind and body (psyche and soma, consciousness and brain) has been persistently recalcitrant to analysis, and emotion (or passion) is the locus where the explanatory gap is most keenly identified. This problematic forms the broad backdrop to the work's primary focus on contemporary French philosophy and its attempts to understand the intimate relationship between subjectivity and mortality, in the light not only of the 'death' of the classical subject but also of the very real frailty of the subject as it lives on, finite, desiring, embodied, open to alterity and always incomplete. Ultimately Howells identifies this vulnerability and finitude as the paradoxical strength of the mortal subject and as what permits its transcendence. Subtle, beautifully written, and cogently argued, this book will be invaluable for students and scholars interested in contemporary theories of subjectivity, as well as for readers intrigued by the perennial connections between love and death. [244 Pages, Softcover]

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Mortal Subjects

Howells, Christina — 14 Nov 2011 08:17:53 +0100

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Philosophy

Bronson, Eric (ed.) — 11 Nov 2011 08:17:29 +0100

The essential companion to Stieg Larsson's bestselling trilogy and director David Fincher's 2011 film adaptation Stieg Larsson's bestselling Millennium Trilogy--The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The Girl Who Played with Fire, and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest--is an international phenomenon. These books express Larsson's lifelong war against injustice, his ethical beliefs, and his deep concern for women's rights. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Philosophy probes the compelling philosophical issues behind the entire trilogy. What philosophies do Lisbeth Salander and Kant have in common? To catch a criminal, can Lisbeth and Mikael be criminals themselves? Can revenge be ethical? Drawing on some of history's greatest philosophical minds, this book gives fresh insights into Larsson's ingeniously plotted tale of crime and corruption. * Looks at compelling philosophical issues such as a feminist reading of Lisbeth Salander, Aristotelian arguments for why we love revenge, how Kant can explain why so many women sleep with Mikael Blomkvist, and many more * Includes a chapter from a colleague of Larsson's--who worked with him in anti-Nazi activities--that explores Larsson's philosophical views on skepticism and quotes from never-before-seen correspondence with Larsson * Offers new insights into the novels' key characters, including Lisbeth Salander and Mikael Blomkvist, and investigates the author, Stieg Larsson As engrossing as the quest to free Lisbeth Salander from her past, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Philosophy is ideal reading for anyone interested in unraveling the subtext and exploring the greater issues at work in the story. [240 Pages, Softcover]

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Dante's Deadly Sins

Belliotti, Raymond Angelo — 7 Nov 2011 08:17:33 +0100

Dante's Deadly Sins is a unique study of the moral philosophy behind Dante's master work that considers the Commedia as he intended, namely, as a practical guide to moral betterment. Focusing on Inferno and Purgatorio, Belliotti examines the puzzles and paradoxes of Dante's moral assumptions, his treatment of the 7 deadly sins, and how 10 of his most powerful moral lessons anticipate modern existentialism. [224 Pages, Hardcover]

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Impossible Objects

Critchley, Simon / Cederstrom, Carl — 2 Nov 2011 08:17:20 +0100

Impossible objects are those about which the philosopher, narrowly conceived, can hardly speak: poetry, film, music, humor. Such objects do not rely on philosophy for interpretation and understanding; they are already independent practices and sites of sensuous meaning production. As Elvis Costello has said, writing about music is like dancing about architecture. We don't need literary theory in order to be riveted by the poem, nor a critic's analysis to enjoy a film. How then can philosophy speak about anything outside of itself, namely all of those things which actually matter to us in this world? In Impossible Objects, Simon Critchley - one of the most influential and insightful philosophers writing today - extends his philosophical investigation into non-philosophical territories, including discussions on tragedy, poetry, humor, and music. In a series of engaging and enlightening conversations, Critchley reflects on his early work on the ethics of deconstruction; the recurring themes of mortality and nihilism; his defense of neo-anarchism; and his recent investigation into secular faith, or a faith of the faithless. Essential reading for artists, academics, and general readers alike, this book explores the relationship between the philosophical world and those complex and fascinating impossible objects which give life meaning. [180 Pages, Softcover]

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Impossible Objects

Critchley, Simon / Cederstrom, Carl — 2 Nov 2011 08:17:18 +0100

Yoga - Philosophy for Everyone

Allhoff, Fritz / Swan, Liz Stillwaggon (eds.) — 31 Oct 2011 08:19:23 +0100

Yoga -- Philosophy for Everyone presents a wide array of perspectives by people whose lives have been touched by yoga. Addressing myriad aspects of yoga's divergent paths, topics include body image for men and women; the religious and spiritual aspects of yoga; and issues relating to ethics, personal growth, and the teaching of yoga. Written by philosophers and non-philosophers alike, with contributions from professional yoga instructors, lifelong practitioners, and first-timers, Yoga -- Philosophy for Everyone offers a wealth of material for both enjoyment and deep reflection. [248 Pages, Softcover]

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The Philosophy of Art

Gracyk, Theodore — 24 Oct 2011 08:18:27 +0200

The Philosophy of Art is a highly accessible introduction to current key issues and debates in aesthetics and philosophy of art. Chapters on standard topics are balanced by topics of interest to today's students, including creativity, authenticity, cultural appropriation, and the distinction between popular and fine art. Other topics include emotive expression, pictorial representation, definitional strategies, and artistic value. Presupposing no prior knowledge of philosophy, Theodore Gracyk draws on three decades of teaching experience to provide a balanced and engaging overview, clear explanations, and many thought-provoking examples. All chapters have a strong focus on current debates in the field, yet historical figures are not neglected. Major current theories are set beside key ideas from Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Marx, and Hegel. Chapters conclude with advice on further readings, and there are recommendations of films that will serve as a basis for further reflection and discussion. Key ideas are immediately accompanied by exercises that will test students' reactions and understanding. Many chapters call attention to ideology, prejudices, and common clichés that interfere with clear thinking. Beautifully written and thoroughly comprehensive, The Philosophy of Art is the ideal resource for anyone who wants to explore recent developments in philosophical thinking about the arts. It is also provides the perfect starting point for anyone who wants to reflect on, and challenge, their own assumptions about the nature and value of art. [284 Pages, Softcover]

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The Philosophy of Art

Gracyk, Theodore — 24 Oct 2011 08:18:26 +0200

Immunitas

Esposito, Roberto — 17 Oct 2011 08:18:28 +0200

This book by Roberto Esposito - a leading Italian political philosopher - is a highly original exploration of the relationship between human bodies and societies. The original function of law, even before it was codified, was to preserve peaceful cohabitation between people who were exposed to the risk of destructive conflict. Just as the human body's immune system protects the organism from deadly incursions by viruses and other threats, law also ensures the survival of the community in a life-threatening situation. It protects and prolongs life. But the function of law as a form of immunization points to a more disturbing consideration. Like the individual body, the collective body can be immunized from the perceived danger only by allowing a little of what threatens it to enter its protective boundaries. This means that in order to escape the clutches of death, life is forced to incorporate within itself the lethal principle. Starting from this reflection on the nature of immunization, Esposito offers a wide-ranging analysis of contemporary biopolitics. Never more than at present has the demand for immunization come to characterize all aspects of our existence. The more we feel at risk of being infiltrated and infected by foreign elements, the more the life of the individual and society closes off within its protective boundaries, forcing us to choose between a self-destructive outcome and a more radical alternative based on a new conception of community. [200 Pages, Softcover]

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Immunitas

Esposito, Roberto — 17 Oct 2011 08:18:26 +0200

Kant and Applied Ethics

Altman, Matthew C. — 17 Oct 2011 08:17:44 +0200

Kant and Applied Ethics makes an important contribution to Kant scholarship, illuminating the vital moral parameters of key ethical debates. It offers a critical analysis of Kant's ethics, interrogating the theoretical bases of his theory and evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. The author examines the controversies surrounding the most important ethical discussions taking place today, including abortion, the death penalty, and same-sex marriage, and clarifies Kant's legacy for applied ethics, helping us to understand how these debates have been structured historically and providing us with the philosophical tools to address them. [336 Pages, Hardcover]

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Just the Arguments

Bruce, Michael / Barbone, Steven (eds.) — 3 Oct 2011 08:18:04 +0200

Philosophy starts with questions, but attempts at answers are just as important, and these answers require reasoned argument. Cutting through notoriously dense and verbose philosophical prose, this book sets 100 famous and influential arguments in context, including key quotations, to provide a sense of style and approach. Each argument is laid bare in its essential form, with premises and conclusions plainly identified, and the form of argument specified. This book offers the most influential arguments in a premise/conclusion format, in language that philosophers use and students are expected to know. [424 Pages, Softcover]

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Just the Arguments

Bruce, Michael / Barbone, Steven (eds.) — 3 Oct 2011 08:18:03 +0200

Reading R. S. Peters Today

Cuypers, Stefaan E. / Martin, Christopher (eds.) — 26 Sep 2011 08:17:33 +0200

Reading R. S. Peters Today: Analysis, Ethics and the Aims of Education reassesses British philosopher Richard Stanley Peters' educational writings by examining them against the most recent developments in philosophy and practice. * Critically reassesses R. S. Peters, a philosopher who had a profound influence on a generation of educationalists * Brings clarity to a number of key educational questions * Exposes mainstream, orthodox arguments to sympathetic critical scrutiny [256 Pages, Softcover]

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The Terror of God

Kermani, Navid — 5 Sep 2011 08:18:06 +0200

How can suffering and injustice be reconciled with the idea that God is good, that he loves humans and is merciful to them? Job's question runs through the history of the three monotheistic religions. Time and again, philosophers, theologians, poets, prophets and laypersons have questioned their image of God in the light of a reality full of hardship. Some see suffering as proof of God's existence, others as a demonstration that there can be no God, while others still respond by rebelling against Him. In this remarkable book Navid Kermani - a distinguished Islamic scholar of Iranian origin - sees this revolt against God as the central motif of one of the great but neglected works of literature: The Book of Suffering by the thirteenth-century Persian poet Faridoddin Attar. Through the prism of Attar's text Kermani tells the story of a religious faith that knows God but is angry with Him: a counter-theology that runs through many religions and connects Judaism, Islam and modernity. With astonishing range and stylistic brilliance Kermani brings Attar to life as one of us, enabling the great Persian poet to speak directly to us today despite the time that separates us. [240 Pages, Softcover]

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The Terror of God

Kermani, Navid — 5 Sep 2011 08:18:05 +0200

What's Good on TV?

Watson, Jamie Carlin / Arp, Robert — 5 Sep 2011 08:17:53 +0200

It should come as no surprise that some of the most abstract philosophical ideas are often easier absorbed with examples drawn from popular culture. What's Good on TV? presents an introduction to the basic theories and concepts of moral philosophy using concrete examples from classic and contemporary television shows. Topics are considered through the eyes of characters as varied as Phoebe Buffay, Dr. Gregory House, and cast members of Family Guy. Enlightening and informative, yet far more enjoyable than standard texts, this book is an introduction to some of the more imponderable ideas inherent in modern ethics. [318 Pages, Hardcover]

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What's Good on TV?

Watson, Jamie Carlin / Arp, Robert — 5 Sep 2011 08:17:52 +0200

Sweet Reason

Henle, James M. / Garfield, Jay L. / Tymoczko, Thomas — 29 Aug 2011 08:18:29 +0200

Sweet Reason: A Field Guide to Modern Logic, 2nd Edition offers an innovative introduction to logic-- one that integrates formal first order, modal, and non-classical logic with natural language reasoning, analytical writing, critical thinking, set theory, and the philosophy of logic and mathematics. Designed to entertain and inform, this non-traditional approach allows for a richer insights and a deeper understanding of logic. A website linked to the text features supplemental exercises and examples, puzzles and cartoons, and insightful essays on history, philosophy, mathematics, computing, linguistics, and religion. [400 Pages, Softcover]

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Thinking Through Film

Cox, Damian / Levine, Michael P. — 29 Aug 2011 08:18:23 +0200

Thinking Through Film: Doing Philosophy, Watching Movies introduces readers to a broad range of philosophical issues through film, as well as to issues about the nature of film itself - a blend missing in most recent books on philosophy and film. Cox and Levine explore concepts that span metaphysics, fate, robot love, time travel, personal identity, spectacle and deontology within films such as Total Recall, Ikuru, The Dark Knight, and AI. This book is a uniquely flexible resource for courses in philosophy and film that encourages student reflection, as well as being an engaging read for the film enthusiast. [288 Pages, Hardcover]

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Thinking Through Film

Cox, Damian / Levine, Michael P. — 29 Aug 2011 08:18:22 +0200

Metaphysics

Kim, Jaegwon / Korman, Daniel Z. / Sosa, Ernest (eds.) — 22 Aug 2011 08:18:13 +0200

Thoroughly updated, the second edition of this highly successful textbook continues to represent the most comprehensive and authoritative collection of canonical readings in metaphysics. In addition to updated material from the first edition, it presents entirely new sections on ontology and the metaphysics of material objects. It includes new sections on ontology and the metaphysics of material objects, as well as readings on the topics of fictionalism, fundamentality, tropes, vague identity, temporary intrinsics, stage theory, and composition. This book surpasses other anthologies in its combination of contributions from leading metaphysicians and a younger generation of rising-stars. [730 Pages, Softcover]

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Metaphysics

Kim, Jaegwon / Korman, Daniel Z. / Sosa, Ernest (eds.) — 22 Aug 2011 08:18:11 +0200

Thoroughly updated, the second edition of this highly successful textbook continues to represent the most comprehensive and authoritative collection of canonical readings in metaphysics. In addition to updated material from the first edition, it presents entirely new sections on ontology and the metaphysics of material objects. * One of the most comprehensive and authoritative metaphysics anthologies available - now updated and expanded * Offers the most important contemporary works on the central issues of metaphysics * Includes new sections on ontology and the metaphysics of material objects, as well as readings on the topics of fictionalism, fundamentality, tropes, vague identity, temporary intrinsics, stage theory, and composition * Surpasses other anthologies in its combination of contributions from leading metaphysicians and a younger generation of rising-stars [730 Pages, Hardcover]

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Wittgenstein

Sluga, Hans — 22 Aug 2011 08:18:04 +0200

Wittgenstein presents a concise, comprehensive and systematic treatment of the Austrian-born philosopher's thought. Renowned scholar Hans Sluga first recounts events in Wittgenstein's life in order to illuminate the historical, political and personal conditions from which his philosophical work emerged. Sluga's original analysis goes on to illustrate how Wittgenstein's thought may help us to face the peculiar problems of our own contemporary existence. Illuminating and thought-provoking, Wittgenstein offers new insights into the mind of one of the most original and influential thinkers of the twentieth century. [166 Pages, Softcover]

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Wittgenstein

Sluga, Hans — 22 Aug 2011 08:18:03 +0200

Fashion - Philosophy for Everyone

Kennett, Jeanette / Wolfendale, Jessica (eds.) — 15 Aug 2011 08:17:58 +0200

Most of us realize that fashion is more than just clothes. Fashion influences our judgments of people's taste, politics, sexuality, class, religion, and even their moral character. It can be a medium for technological and social change - changes in fashion may signal economic and political shifts. We can be slaves to fashion if we feel trapped by the roles dictated by the clothes we wear. This book explores the diverse and sometimes contradictory aspects of fashion in a series of lively, entertaining thoughtful essays from prominent philosophers and writers. You won't look at your wardrobe in the same light again! [232 Pages, Softcover]

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Analytic Philosophy

Martinich, A. P. / Sosa, David (eds.) — 8 Aug 2011 08:17:53 +0200

Analytic Philosophy: An Anthology, 2nd Edition is a comprehensive and authoritative collection of the most influential readings in analytic philosophy written over the past hundred years. In addition to maintaining the first edition's coverage of seminal writings and the latest works on analytic philosophy, this second edition features nine new chapters. With its breadth of scope and expert selection of the best classic and cutting edge writings, this book represents an invaluable and essential resource for anyone interested in twentieth-century analytic philosophy. [600 Pages, Softcover]

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Agents and Their Actions

de Gaynesford, Maximilian — 29 Jul 2011 08:17:56 +0200

Reflecting a recent flourishing of creative thinking in the field, Agents and Their Actions presents seven newly commissioned essays by leading international philosophers that highlight the most recent debates in the philosophy of action. The collection covers all the major interconnections between action-agency and central areas of philosophy: metaphysics, epistemology, history of philosophy, ethics, logic and philosophy of language. Seven of philosophy's 'super stars', including John McDowell and Joseph Raz, provide a snapshot of current debate on the subject, which is fresh, enlightening, and fruitful. [150 Pages, Softcover]

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Ecological Ethics

Curry, Patrick — 25 Jul 2011 08:18:19 +0200

In this thoroughly revised and updated second edition of the highly successful Ecological Ethics, Patrick Curry shows that a new and truly ecological ethic is both possible and urgently needed. With this distinctive proposition in mind, Curry introduces and discusses all the major concepts needed to understand the full range of ecological ethics. He discusses light green or anthropocentric ethics with the examples of stewardship, lifeboat ethics, and social ecology; the mid-green or intermediate ethics of animal liberation/rights; and dark or deep green ecocentric ethics. Particular attention is given to the Land Ethic, the Gaia Hypothesis and Deep Ecology and its offshoots: Deep Green Theory, Left Biocentrism and the Earth Manifesto. Ecofeminism is also considered and attention is paid to the close relationship between ecocentrism and virtue ethics. Other chapters discuss green ethics as post-secular, moral pluralism and pragmatism, green citizenship, and human population in the light of ecological ethics. In this new edition, all these have been updated and joined by discussions of climate change, sustainable economies, education, and food from an ecocentric perspective. This comprehensive and wide-ranging textbook offers a radical but critical introduction to the subject which puts ecocentrism and the critique of anthropocentrism back at the top of the ethical, intellectual and political agenda. It will be of great interest to students and activists, and to a wider public. [280 Pages, Softcover]

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Ecological Ethics

Curry, Patrick — 25 Jul 2011 08:18:18 +0200

Philosophie für Dummies

Morris, Tom — 14 Jul 2011 08:18:13 +0200

Sie fragen sich, was Philosophie eigentlich ist? Das und vieles mehr erfahren Sie in dieser leicht verständlichen Einführung. Außerdem lernen Sie die wichtigsten Philosophen und deren Thesen kennen und erhalten Anregungem um selbst zu »philosophieren«. [286 Pages, Softcover]

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Ethik für Dummies

Panza, Christopher / Potthast, Adam — 14 Jul 2011 08:18:12 +0200

Manchmal sind die einfachsten Fragen am schwierigsten zu beantowrten: Was ist richtig und was falsch? Christopher Panza und Adam Potthast erklären Ihnen systematisch, was die großen Denker der Geschichte dazu geschrieben haben. [324 Pages, Softcover]

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The Admissible Contents of Experience

Hawley, Katherine / Macpherson, Fiona (eds.) — 4 Jul 2011 08:17:54 +0200

Which objects and properties are represented in perceptual experience, and how are we able to determine this? The papers in this collection address these questions together with other fundamental questions about the nature of perceptual content. * The book draws together papers by leading international philosophers of mind, including Alex Byrne (MIT), Alva Noë (University of California, Berkeley), Tim Bayne (St Catherine's College, Oxford), Michael Tye (University of Texas, Austin), Richard Price (All Souls College, Oxford) and Susanna Siegel (Harvard University) * Essays address the central questions surrounding the content of perceptual experience * Investigates how are we able to determine the admissible contents of experience * Published in association with the journal Philosophical Quarterly [200 Pages, Softcover]

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