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Paperback. Why do we make things? Why do we choose the emotionally and physically demanding work of bringing new objects into the world with creativity and skill? What is the nature of work? And what is the nature of a good life? Part memoir, this is a book about the process of creation and what it means to be a craftsman in a mass-produced world. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: HPN; WDH; WF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 197 x 15. Weight in Grams: 172.
- Publisher
- Vintage Publishing
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781784705060
- ISBN
- 9781784705060
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Condition: New
€ 15.99€ 11.80
€ 15.99
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Paperback. In this historical introduction to philosophical hermeneutics, Jean Grondin discusses the major figures from Phyla to Habermas, analyzes conflicts among various interpretive schools, and provides a critique of Gadamer's view of hermeneutic history. Editor(s): Weinsheimer, Joel. Translator(s): Weinsheimer, Joel. Series: Yale Studies in Hermeneutics. Num Pages: 256 pages, notes, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: CFP; HPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 141 x 16. Weight in Grams: 322.
- Publisher
- Yale University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Edition
- Yale Studies in Hermeneutics
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300070897
- ISBN
- 9780300070897
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Condition: New
€ 30.99€ 22.74
€ 30.99
€ 22.74
Paperback. In this introduction, Beiser covers every major aspect of Hegel's thought. Placing him in the historical context of nineteenth century Germany, the author clarifies the insights and originality of Hegel's philosophy. Series: The Routledge Philosophers. Num Pages: 384 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 215 x 140 x 30. Weight in Grams: 512.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 384
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415312080
- ISBN
- 9780415312080
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Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 31.69
€ 32.99
€ 31.69
Paperback. Do we really make our own decisions? Or are we compelled to act by factors beyond our control? This introduction is an investigation of one of the most important problems of Western philosophy. It looks at a range of issues surrounding this fundamental philosophical question, exploring it from the ideas of the Greek and medieval philosophers. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 144 pages, numerous halftones & line drawings. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 174 x 114 x 8. Weight in Grams: 118.
- Publisher
- OUP Oxford
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780192853585
- ISBN
- 9780192853585
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Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.81
€ 11.99
€ 10.81
Paperback. One World Now seamlessly integrates major developments of the past decade into Peter Singer's classic text on the ethics of globalization Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; JFFS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 142 x 210 x 29. Weight in Grams: 330.
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- Revised
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780300196054
- ISBN
- 9780300196054
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Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.50
€ 17.99
€ 14.50
Paperback. Neo-Confucianism is a philosophically sophisticated tradition weaving classical Confucianism together with themes from Buddhism and Daoism. It began in China around the eleventh century CE, played a leading role in East Asian cultures over the last millennium, and has had a profound influence on modern Chinese society. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: HPDF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 482.
- Publisher
- Polity
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780745662497
- ISBN
- 9780745662497
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Condition: New
€ 28.35
€ 28.35
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781474405836
- ISBN
- 9781474405836
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Condition: New
€ 32.99€ 27.72
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Paperback. This book provides an overall interpretation of Deleuze's philosophy alongside a critical introduction to one of the most important unifying ideas in his work: the construction of new and important philosophies of time. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: HPJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 330. A Critical Introduction and Guide. 216 pages. This book provides an overall interpretation of Deleuze's philosophy alongside a critical introduction to one of the most important unifying ideas in his work: the construction of new and important philosophies of time. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: HPJ. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 12. Weight: 330.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Number of pages
- 216
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748638543
- ISBN
- 9780748638543
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Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 28.75
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€ 28.75
Paperback. Bradford Skow presents an original defense of the 'block universe' theory of time, often said to be a theory according to which time does not pass. He provides in-depth discussions of alternative theories, reconciles objective becoming with relativistic physics, and re-evaluates our 'experience' of the passage of time in relation to the argument. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: HPJ; PDA; PHR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 158 x 237 x 23. Weight in Grams: 408.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198776697
- ISBN
- 9780198776697
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Condition: New
€ 52.22
€ 52.22
Paperback. Radical critic of a European civilisation plunging into darkness, yet commemorator of the humane traditions of the old bourgeoisie - such was Walter Benjamin in the later 1930s. Part of a four-volume set, this work offers 27 pieces. Editor(s): Eiland, Howard; Jennings, Michael W. Num Pages: 480 pages, 12 halftones. BIC Classification: DNF; HPCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 225 x 153 x 25. Weight in Grams: 574.
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 480
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674019812
- ISBN
- 9780674019812
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Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 34.78
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Paperback. Confused by metaphysics? In a muddle with aesthetics? Intimidated by Kant? Then look no further! Philosophy For Dummies, UK Edition is a complete crash-course in philosophical thought, covering key philosophers, philosophical history and theory and the big questions that affect us today. Num Pages: 424 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 187 x 20. Weight in Grams: 768.
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 424
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470688205
- ISBN
- 9780470688205
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Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 21.24
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Paperback. Num Pages: 224 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: HPDF; VX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 189 x 176 x 15. Weight in Grams: 270.
- Publisher
- Penguin Putnam Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781585422418
- ISBN
- 9781585422418
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Condition: New
€ 24.99€ 23.01
€ 24.99
€ 23.01
Paperback. Combines into a single volume, two of Adorno's most important postwar works - "Interventions: Nine Critical Models" (1963) and "Catchwords: Critical Models II" (1969). This book reflects the intellectually provocative Adorno as he addresses such issues as the dangers of ideological conformity, and the fragility of democracy, educational reform. Translator(s): Pickford, Henry W. Series: European Perspectives: A Series in Social Thought and Cultural Criticism. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; JH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 162 x 25. Weight in Grams: 642.
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Number of pages
- 448
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231135054
- ISBN
- 9780231135054
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.43
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Paperback. Philosophy of music has flourished in the last 30 years, with great advances made in the understanding of the nature of music and its aesthetics. Peter Kivy now offers his personal introduction to philosophy of music, a clear and lively explanation of how he sees the most important and interesting philosophical issues relating to music. Num Pages: 296 pages, references, index. BIC Classification: AVA; AVGC; HBT; HPN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 203 x 135 x 18. Weight in Grams: 358.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 296
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198250487
- ISBN
- 9780198250487
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Condition: New
€ 64.27
€ 64.27
Paperback. "The masterclass for the faster pass" - written by a leading expert and practising university teacher, this book gives you all the key knowledge and information you need to succeed quickly and easily. Num Pages: 256 pages. BIC Classification: HPCD1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 131 x 17. Weight in Grams: 206.
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton General Division
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781444191264
- ISBN
- 9781444191264
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Condition: New
€ 19.99€ 14.95
€ 19.99
€ 14.95
Hardback. .
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789400751668
- ISBN
- 9789400751668
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.41€ 81.13
€ 130.41
€ 81.13
Paperback. What sort of interaction is there between, for example, slow-moving objects like climate and comparatively fast-moving objects like governments? Using real-world examples, the author shows how a networked concept of space and time is at the heart of our central political concerns. Series: Speculative Realism. Num Pages: 256 pages, 6 b&w line art illustrations. BIC Classification: HPJ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 158 x 17. Weight in Grams: 482.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 256
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748679973
- ISBN
- 9780748679973
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.99€ 33.08
€ 38.99
€ 33.08
Hardback. What is love? Why do we idealize those whom we love? How do we choose whom to love? Are some kinds of love better than others? Each age returns to these questions with renewed perplexity. Gerasimos Santas examinees the two greatest theoretical architectures of love, side by side. Num Pages: 208 pages, 0. BIC Classification: HPCA; JMA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 161 x 237 x 19. Weight in Grams: 478.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 208
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780631159148
- ISBN
- 9780631159148
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Condition: New
€ 49.92
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Hardback. Num Pages: 226 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: CFA; CFP; DSB; HP; JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 238 x 165 x 23. Weight in Grams: 556.
- Publisher
- Harvard Graduate School of Design
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674728691
- ISBN
- 9780674728691
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 53.30€ 49.19
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Paperback. Series: Thinking in Action. Num Pages: 168 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPM; HPQ; HRAB. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 199 x 133 x 13. Weight in Grams: 196.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780415619141
- ISBN
- 9780415619141
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 36.46
€ 37.99
€ 36.46