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Modern Philosophy
Roger Scruton
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Description for Modern Philosophy
Paperback. The author turns his attention to the whole field of modern philosophy, from the philosophy of logic to aesthetics, and in so doing provides readers with an essential and comprehensive guide to modern thinking. Num Pages: 624 pages. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 155 x 43. Weight in Grams: 850.
Roger Scruton is one of the most widely respected philosophers of our time, whose often provocative views never fail to stimulate debate. In Modern Philosophy he turns his attention to the whole of the field, from the philosophy of logic to aesthetics, and in so doing provides us with an essential and comprehensive guide to modern thinking. Considered by many to be the best philosophical primer since Bertrand Russell's The Problems of Philosophy, this book is a must for both the student and the general reader.
Roger Scruton is one of the most widely respected philosophers of our time, whose often provocative views never fail to stimulate debate. In Modern Philosophy he turns his attention to the whole of the field, from the philosophy of logic to aesthetics, and in so doing provides us with an essential and comprehensive guide to modern thinking. Considered by many to be the best philosophical primer since Bertrand Russell's The Problems of Philosophy, this book is a must for both the student and the general reader.
Product Details
Publisher
Vintage United Kingdom
Number of pages
624
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Condition
New
Number of Pages
624
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781844131068
SKU
V9781844131068
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About Roger Scruton
Roger Scruton was educated at Jesus College, Cambridge. He taught for twenty years in the department of philosophy, Birkbeck College, University of London, and is now Professor of Philosophy at Boston University, Massachusetts. He is the editor of the Salisbury Review. His works include Art and Imagination, The Aesthetics of Architecture, The Meaning of Conservatism, Sexual Desire, Modern Philosophy and ... Read more
Reviews for Modern Philosophy
Modern Philosophy succeeds in inspiring readers to explore the topic further, because one senses Scruton the mark of the true thinker, a deep sincerity and conviction
Alain de Botton
Daily Telegraph
Scruton is a masterly writer; his book is a paradigm of lucidity
A.C. Grayling
Financial Times
A remarkably rich ... Read more
Alain de Botton
Daily Telegraph
Scruton is a masterly writer; his book is a paradigm of lucidity
A.C. Grayling
Financial Times
A remarkably rich ... Read more