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Philosophy of Action
Lilian O'Brien
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Description for Philosophy of Action
Hardback. Accessible and wide-ranging, this introduction to contemporary Philosophy of Action guides the reader through the major views and arguments. The topics addressed include the nature of intentional action and its explanation, the nature of reasons, the role of desire and intention in action, the nature of autonomy and the possibility of group agents. Series: Palgrave Philosophy Today. Num Pages: 172 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPJ; HPM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 138 x 15. Weight in Grams: 328.
Accessible and wide-ranging, this introduction to contemporary Philosophy of Action guides the reader through the major views and arguments. The topics addressed include the nature of intentional action and its explanation, the nature of reasons, the role of desire and intention in action, the nature of autonomy and the possibility of group agents.
Accessible and wide-ranging, this introduction to contemporary Philosophy of Action guides the reader through the major views and arguments. The topics addressed include the nature of intentional action and its explanation, the nature of reasons, the role of desire and intention in action, the nature of autonomy and the possibility of group agents.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Pan Macmillan United Kingdom
Number of pages
172
Condition
New
Series
Palgrave Philosophy Today
Number of Pages
172
Place of Publication
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780230232808
SKU
V9780230232808
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99-15
About Lilian O'Brien
Lilian O'Brien is a Lecturer in Philosophy at University College Cork in Ireland.
Reviews for Philosophy of Action
“This book is published in Palgrave Macmillan's Philosophy Today series, which is supposed to provide researchers and advanced students of philosophy with an introduction to contemporary discussions in specific subfields of philosophy. … this is a quick enjoyable read, clearly and concisely written. It gives the reader a taste of some of many fascinating issues that are being explored in ... Read more