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History of Western philosophy

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History of Western philosophy

Paperback. Thoreau's encounters with nature, the author argues, allowed him to resist his all-too-human tendency toward intellectual laziness, social conformity and political complacency. Bennett pursues this theme by constructing a series of dialogues between Thoureau and modern contemporaries. Series: Modernity and Political Thought. Num Pages: 176 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 2ABM; DSBF; HPCD; HPCF; JHBA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 146 x 12. Weight in Grams: 254.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield United States
Edition
Revised
Number of pages
176
Condition
New
SKU
V9780742521414
ISBN
9780742521414
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 68.49

Paperback. A collection of more than 30 specially commissioned essays, this volume surveys the work of the 17th-century philosopher-scientist commonly regarded as the founder of modern philosophy, while integrating unique essays detailing the context and impact of his work. Editor(s): Broughton, Janet; Carriero, John. Series: Blackwell Companions to Philosophy. Num Pages: 560 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCD. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 246 x 171 x 27. Weight in Grams: 976.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
560
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444337846
ISBN
9781444337846
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 55.34

paperback. But why did Descartes think we should take these exaggerated doubts seriously? And if we do take them seriously, how did he think any of our beliefs could ever escape them? This work undertakes a study of Descartes's first three meditations to answer these questions and to present a fresh way of understanding precisely what Descartes was up to. Num Pages: 240 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JD; HPCD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 156 x 229 x 18. Weight in Grams: 386.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Princeton University Press
Condition
New
SKU
9780691117324
ISBN
9780691117324
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 32.64

Hardback. This volume continues the story of European political theorising by focusing on medieval and Renaissance thinkers. It includes extensive discussion of the practices that underpinned medieval political theories and which continued to play crucial roles in the eventual development of early--modern political institutions and debates. Num Pages: 320 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCA; HPCB; JFCX; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 290 x 185 x 23. Weight in Grams: 764.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631186526
ISBN
9780631186526
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 150.90

Paperback. Focuses on medieval and Renaissance thinkers and includes a discussion of the practices that underpinned medieval political theories and which continued to play crucial roles in the eventual development of early-modern political institutions and debates. Num Pages: 320 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCA; HPCB; JFCX; JPA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 256 x 182 x 18. Weight in Grams: 576.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780631186533
ISBN
9780631186533
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.41

Hardback. A reconstruction of Henri Poincare's anti-realist philosophy of mathematics. Although Poincare is recognized as the greatest mathematician of the late 19th century, his contribution to the philosophy of mathematics is generally not highly regarded. Series: Macmillan Studies in Contemporary Philosophy. Num Pages: 202 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPC; JFCX; PBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 435.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
202
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333558324
ISBN
9780333558324
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 127.64

paperback. A clear and concise introduction to the political philosophy of Alain Badiou, centred in a political context. Series: Modern European Thinkers. Num Pages: 200 pages, notes, references, bibliog , index. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 212 x 130 x 15. Weight in Grams: 254.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Pluto Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745318004
ISBN
9780745318004
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 31.81

Hardcover. Editor(s): Powell, Jason L. Num Pages: 94 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 157 x 13. Weight in Grams: 298.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
94
Condition
New
SKU
V9781619421462
ISBN
9781619421462
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 119.88
€ 84.38

Paperback. Num Pages: 89 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPS; JHBA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 155 x 229 x 7. Weight in Grams: 152.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
89
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9781622575398
ISBN
9781622575398
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 72.86
€ 52.53

Paperback. Num Pages: 51 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPS; JHBA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 85 x 4. Weight in Grams: 98.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Number of pages
51
Condition
New
SKU
V9781622575428
ISBN
9781622575428
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 92.84
€ 66.06

Paperback. Places Schelling at the core of contemporary philosophical debates Editor(s): Wirth, Jason M. Series: Studies in Continental Thought. Num Pages: 272 pages, 1 index. BIC Classification: HPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 5969 x 3963 x 20. Weight in Grams: 428.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Indiana University Press United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
Edition
First Edition
SKU
V9780253217004
ISBN
9780253217004
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.49

Paperback. Why does knowledge of philosophy presuppose knowledge of reality? What are the characters in Deleuze's theatre and philosophy? How arehis famous metaphysical distinctionssecondary to the concept of philosophy as practice and politics? These questions are answered throughcareful analysis and application of Deleuzian principles." Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPJ; HPK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152. .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9781349325238
ISBN
9781349325238
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.77

Paperback. This work sets the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution in general in the context of a revolution in rhetorical theory and practice that sought to discover a new language, a natural language equivalent to natural law that would permit understanding of public opinion. Num Pages: 288 pages, 28 half-tones. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HPC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 5817 x 3887 x 20. Weight in Grams: 431.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
Stanford University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780804720762
ISBN
9780804720762
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 36.99
€ 34.36

Hardback. What does it mean to say that one experience is synthesized with others? This book provides examination of synthesis in Husserl's major early work. It offers Husserl scholars a range of original interpretations, on issues ranging from closed and unclosed linguistic expressions, to indeterminacy of perspective, to the ego's return to itself. Series: Phaenomenologica. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPCF3. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 509.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers United States
Number of pages
232
Condition
New
SKU
V9780792331056
ISBN
9780792331056
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 198.55

Hardback. During John Dewey's lifetime (1859-1952), one public opinion poll after another revealed that he was esteemed to be one of the ten important thinkers in American history. This book recaptures the unity of Dewey's life and work, tracing themes through philosopher's childhood years, family history, religious experience, and influential friendships. Num Pages: 592 pages, 50 photos. BIC Classification: 2AB; BG; DSBH; DSK; HPCF5; JNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 160 x 36. Weight in Grams: 771.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
Columbia University Press United States
Number of pages
592
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231116763
ISBN
9780231116763
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 100.76

Hardcover. As a working neuroscientist, Jay Schulkin's ambitious exploration offers reflections on the pragmatic tradition from a fresh perspective, to present not only a scientist's take on the pragmatic tradition, but also a pragmatist's take on the evolution of human problem solving. Num Pages: 351 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPC; HPM; PDA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 144 x 219 x 25. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9781137026484
ISBN
9781137026484
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 67.79

Hardback. Num Pages: 64 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QDAG; HBLA; HPCA; HPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 221 x 152 x 50. Weight in Grams: 184.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
Diaphanes AG Switzerland
Edition
Illustrated
Number of pages
64
Condition
New
SKU
V9783037345443
ISBN
9783037345443
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 14.99
€ 13.65

Paperback. Baudrillard's unsettling coda: previously unpublished texts written just before the visionary theorist's death in 2007. Translator(s): Hodges, Ames. Series: Semiotext(e) / Intervention Series. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF; HPS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 177 x 115 x 9. Weight in Grams: 122.
Publisher
Autonomedia United States
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781584350927
ISBN
9781584350927
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 13.63

Paperback. .
Publisher
Autonomedia United States
Number of pages
168
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
SKU
V9781584350491
ISBN
9781584350491
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 16.99
€ 15.28

Hardback. Jean Baudrillard is widely recognized as one of the most important and provocative writers of our age. This book is the third (after "America and Cool Memories") in a series of personal records in hyper-reality. It is suitable for those concerned with the debates about postmodernism and the state of theory on the social sciences and humanities. Num Pages: 104 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCF; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 205 x 207 x 13. Weight in Grams: 330.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
104
Condition
New
SKU
V9780745612522
ISBN
9780745612522
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 60.49

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