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Paperback. Translator(s): Selner-Wright, S. C. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: HPCB; HRAB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 141 x 15. Weight in Grams: 278.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217987
ISBN
9780813217987
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.46

Hardcover. Editor(s): Zaborowski, Holger (Assistant Professor, School of Philosophy, the Catholic University of America, Washington D.C.). Num Pages: 365 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRAB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 699.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217864
ISBN
9780813217864
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 85.82

Hardcover. Identifies the vital elements that contributed to the creation of a widespread interest in natural philosophy, which has been characterized as the 'Great Mother of the Sciences'. This title discusses how natural philosophy emerged in Western Europe in the Middle Ages with Christian religious authorities coming to accept and defend that philosophy. Series: Studies in Philosophy & the History of Philosophy. Num Pages: 355 pages, ill. BIC Classification: HPCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 33. Weight in Grams: 772.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217383
ISBN
9780813217383
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 84.97

Paperback. Is it ever morally right to procure an abortion, to help procure one, or to perform one? This title surveys the philosophical arguments in favor of the moral permissibility of abortion and refutes them point by point. It presents a case for the pro-life position and a challenge to the philosophical arguments on behalf of the pro-choice position. Num Pages: 177 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; JFMA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 268.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
2nd ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217307
ISBN
9780813217307
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.31

Paperback. Building on the renewal of Thomistic ethics encouraged by key moral encyclicals including "Humanae Vitae", "Veritatis Splendor", and "Evangelium Vitae", this book examines some of the most difficult questions regarding the ethics of procreation and human life. It offers an argument on the contested question of contraception and related matters. Editor(s): Murphy, William F., Jr. Num Pages: 309 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRCM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 544.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217222
ISBN
9780813217222
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.04

Paperback. Considers some of the difficult and disputed questions in Catholic moral theology. This work addresses classic dilemmas including the morality of the procedure known as craniotomy, and of various treatments for tubal pregnancy. Num Pages: 192 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; MBDC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 168.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217185
ISBN
9780813217185
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.18

Hardcover. Brings Josef Pieper's (1904-1997) philosophy into dialogue with that of other important 20th century philosophers and schools of thought. This book discusses subjects including the notion of totalitarianism and the question of what constitutes authentic culture; and the intrinsic value of leisure and its relation to the total world of 'work'. Editor(s): Schumacher, Bernard N. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: HPCF. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 25. Weight in Grams: 558.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
New
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813217086
ISBN
9780813217086
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 91.47

Paperback. The appetite for knowledge - wanting to know things - is very strong in humans. This book treats some of its complications, deformations, beauties, and intensities. It offers an account of knowledge in terms of intimacy: to know something is to become intimate with it according to its kind. Num Pages: 248 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 16. Weight in Grams: 345.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
New
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813216867
ISBN
9780813216867
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.88

Paperback. Focuses on Edith Stein's later writings and in particular her magnum opus, "Finite and Eternal Being". This book investigates Stein's account of human individuality and her mature philosophical positions on being and essence. Num Pages: 304 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HPCF3. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 20. Weight in Grams: 363.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813216829
ISBN
9780813216829
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.30

Hardcover. Presents studies that enlarge the logical argument for truth by articulating and exploring the rich and robust presence of truth in various areas of human life and knowing, both speculative and practical. Editor(s): Pritzl, Kurt. Series: Studies in Philosophy & the History of Philosophy. Num Pages: 368 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 737.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813216805
ISBN
9780813216805
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 92.45

Hardcover. Thomas Aquinas and Jean-Paul Sartre are usually identified with completely different philosophical traditions: intellectualism and voluntarism. This study shows that there are some profound similarities in their understanding of freedom and human identity. It is of interest to Aquinas and Sartre scholars. Num Pages: 336 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; HRLB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215761
ISBN
9780813215761
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 92.77

Hardcover. Offers a comprehensive analysis of the moral philosophy of Albert the Great (1200-1280). This book demonstrates that Albert was very concerned to produce a rigorously organized philosophy of moral goodness, and for the most part succeeded in that aim. Num Pages: 312 pages. BIC Classification: HPCB; HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215402
ISBN
9780813215402
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 92.03

Paperback. Offers a translation from the Commentary. This book is useful for students of Thomas' moral philosophy, moral theology, and philosophical theology. It includes texts from Aquinas' first (Parisian) Commentary as well as from his second (Roman) attempt at a commentary. Translator(s): Kwasniewski, Peter A.; Bolin, Thomas; Bolin, Joseph. Series: Thomas Aquinas in Translation. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: HP; HRAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 25. Weight in Grams: 499.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215259
ISBN
9780813215259
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 48.86

Hardcover. Immanuel Kant, the Prussian thinker at the forefront of the German Enlightenment. This work offers an examination of the diversity and influence not only of Kant but also of some of his prominent contemporary critics. It includes a discussion the relation of science to ethics and the different modes and conditions of knowledge. Series: Studies in Philosophy & the History of Philosophy. Num Pages: 296 pages. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 26. Weight in Grams: 608.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215211
ISBN
9780813215211
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 84.97

Hardcover. Examines weakness of will, or incontinence - the phenomenon of acting contrary to one's better judgment. This volume covers various major periods of western philosophy, from antiquity through the Middle Ages and from the modern period onwards. It addresses the issue from the vantage point of Libertarianism. Editor(s): Hoffmann, Tobias. Series: Studies in Philosophy & the History of Philosophy. Num Pages: 344 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 162 x 30. Weight in Grams: 700.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215204
ISBN
9780813215204
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 94.59

Paperback. Treats central topics about our knowledge of being, the being of the natural world, and, via the latter, being as such. This book considers the special character and implications of our human, personal being - in particular, our intellect, free choice, and reason-conditioned sociality. It also treats God as Source and End. Num Pages: 328 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: HP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 513.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813215181
ISBN
9780813215181
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.67

Paperback. This work explores the unrepeatability of persons, drawing out the worth and dignity of each individual person. It also explores interpersonal relation, giving an account of how persons can achieve empathic understanding of others, and where the limit of empathy is reached. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: HPS; HRAB; JMS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 150 x 19. Weight in Grams: 458.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813213170
ISBN
9780813213170
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 43.04

Paperback. Num Pages: 448 pages. BIC Classification: HPJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 152 x 23. Weight in Grams: 590.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813209654
ISBN
9780813209654
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 49.19

Paperback. First published in 1982, this is an introduction to St Thomas's moral philosophy. In this revised edition, the basics of Thomistic ethics and teachings are revisited. Num Pages: 136 pages. BIC Classification: HPCB; HPQ; HRCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 139 x 10. Weight in Grams: 209.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813208978
ISBN
9780813208978
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.74

Paperback. McInerny describes how a debate was initiated in the 30s on whether philosophy could have existed in the age of faith. Concerned with the moral aspect of "Christian philosophy", he argues for a Christian ethic that sees the distinction between philosophising and the content of philosophy. Num Pages: 96 pages. BIC Classification: HPQ; HRAB; HRC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 139 x 7. Weight in Grams: 136.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1993
Publisher
The Catholic University of America Press
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813207711
ISBN
9780813207711
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.95

Paperback. Investigates questions of interest to football fans, coaches, and players, such as the ethics of steroids and whether there should be a playoff system in college football. This book tackles controversies such as instant replay challenges and salary caps for players. It covers both collegiate and professional football. Editor(s): Austin, Michael W. Series: The Philosophy of Popular Culture. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: HPX; WSJS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 336.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
University Press of Kentucky
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813192192
ISBN
9780813192192
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.33

Editor(s): Coles, Romand; Reinhardt, Class of 1956 Professor of American Civilization Mark (Williams College); Shulman, George. Num Pages: 542 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HPS; JPA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 150 x 36. Weight in Grams: 739.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813145525
ISBN
9780813145525
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 44.38

Paperback. Editor(s): Fahy, Thomas. Num Pages: 268 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APF; HP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 154 x 17. Weight in Grams: 436.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813136554
ISBN
9780813136554
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 30.97

Hardback. Editor(s): Palmer, R. Barton; Sanders, Steven M. Num Pages: 330 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: APFA; HP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 640.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
The University Press of Kentucky United States
Number of pages
328
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813126623
ISBN
9780813126623
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 42.74

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