First published in 1953, this seminal introduction to political philosophy is intended for both the student of political theory and for the general reader. After an introduction which explains the nature and purpose of philosophy, Dr Murray provides a critical examination of the principle theories advanced by political philosophers from Plato to Marx, paying special attention to contemporary issues.
Mental health research and care in the twenty first century faces a series of conceptual and ethical challenges arising from unprecedented advances in the neurosciences, combined with radical cultural and organisational change. The Textbook of Philosophy of Psychiatry is aimed at all those responding to these challenges, from professionals in health and social care, managers, lawyers and policy makers; service users, informal carers and others in the voluntary sector; through to philosophers, neuroscientists and clinical researchers.
What's Wrong With Eating People?: 33 More Perplexing Philosophy Puzzles
Added by: Maria | Karma: 3098.81 | Non-Fiction | 10 September 2010
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Cave's brilliant paradoxes and puzzles explain classic conundrums and some of the most exciting problems in Philosophy - with lots of laughs along the way.From encounters with bears (ethical dilemmas) to talking with a turkey (the problem of induction) this is packed with fun problems and dilemmas - a great stocking-stuffer for anyone, of any age, who loves a mental workout!
Mind: A Brief Introduction (Fundamentals of Philosophy)
The philosophy of mind is unique among contemporary philosophical subjects, writes John Searle, "in that all of the most famous and influential theories are false." In Mind, Searle dismantles these famous and influential theories as he presents a vividly written, comprehensive introduction to the mind. Here readers will find one of the world's most eminent thinkers shedding light on the central concern of modern philosophy.
Completing the translation of Derrida’s monumental work "Right to Philosophy" (the first part of which has already appeared under the title of "Who’s Afraid of Philosophy?"), "Eyes of the University" brings together many of the philosopher’s most important texts on the university and, more broadly, on the languages and institutions of philosophy.
