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ISBN: 9781844650989
Paperback: 240 pages
Acuman
May 2007
Price: S$45.00
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The
Knowledge Book
by Steve Fuller
The Knowledge Book is a unique interdisciplinary reference work for
students and researchers concerned with the nature of knowledge. It
is the first work of its kind to be organized on the assumption that
whatever else knowledge might be, it is intrinsically social. The
book consists of over 40 alphabetically arranged entries on key concepts
at the intersection of philosophy and sociology – what used
to be called “sociology of knowledge” but is now increasingly
called “social epistemology”. The entries include concepts
common to disciplines that in recent years have devoted more of their
attention to knowledge: cultural studies, communication studies, information
science, education, policy studies and business studies. Special attention
is given to concepts from the emerging field of science and technology
studies. Each entry presents a short, self-contained essay providing
an overview of a concept and concludes with suggestions for further
reading. All the entries are fully cross-referenced, allowing readers
to both make connections and follow their own interests.
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ISBN: 0826478220 |
9780826478221
Paperback: 192 pages
Continuum
Nov 2006
Price: S$25
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Law
- Key Concepts in Philosophy
by David Ingram
An introductory guide to the philosophy of law.
"Key Concepts in Philosophy" is a series of concise, accessible
and engaging introductions to the core ideas and subjects encountered
in the study of philosophy. Specially written to meet the needs
of students and those with an interest in, but little prior knowledge
of, philosophy, these books open up fascinating, yet sometimes difficult
ideas. The series builds to give a solid grounding in philosophy
and each book is also ideal as a companion to further study. The
philosophy of law - inquiry into the origins, nature and theory
of laws and legal principles, and those concepts that structure
the practice of law - is of great importance in moral and political
philosophy, as well as being a major area of philosophical concern
in its own right. Clear, concise and comprehensive, this is the
ideal introduction to the philosophy of law for those studying it
for the first time. Drawing upon both the analytic Anglo-American
and Continental schools of philosophy, "Law: Key Concepts in
Philosophy" summarises the work of key thinkers in the philosophy
of law, including Rousseau, Hobbes, Austin, Hegel, Habermas, Mill,
Marx, Dworkin, Hart and Rawls. It provides lucid and thorough explication
and analysis of central concerns in legal philosophy, covering criminal
law, civil law and constitutional law. Finally, the text also addresses
key issues in contemporary philosophy of law, including human rights,
international law and questions of race and gender. |
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ISBN: 0826494455|
9780826494450
Paper back: 168 pages
National University Press
Feb 2007
Price: S$23
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Philosophy:
Principles and Problems
by Roger Scruton
This is a personal
view of philosophy from a renowned critic and thinker. In it, Roger
Scruton focuses on the ideas and arguments which have attracted
him to the subject and which have engaged his attention. He attempts
to show how philosophy is relevant not just to intellectual questions,
but to life in the modern world. Philosophy - the "love of
wisdom" - can be approached in two ways: by doing it, or, by
studying how it has been done. The second way is familiar to university
students, who find themselves confronted by the largest body of
literature ever devoted to a single subject. This book follows a
more ancient pattern. It attempts to teach philosophy by doing it.
Although the author refers to the great philosophers, and in particular
to Kant and Wittgenstein, who have been the greatest influence on
his thinking, he gives no reliable guide to their arguments. The
book makes no attempt to give either a history or a survey of the
subject. Instead, it offers itself as a guide to the reader who
is prepared to make a personal venture into philosophy. Its aim
is to bring philosophy to life.
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ISBN: 0826491618
Paperback: 224 pages
Continuum
15 Feb 2007
Price: S$27 |
What
We Can Never Know: Blindspots in Philosophy and Science
by David Gamez
Contemporary philosophy and science strive to give a complete account
of the world and our position in it. In this original and provocative
book, David Gamez engages the reader in a series of colourful thought
experiments that illustrate the limits of this mission. Although
we commonly believe that science will give a final description of
everything, "What We Can Never Know" reveals blindspots
in many of our theories that completely undermine their ability
to explain reality. Each chapter explores these problems using a
popular question or topic in philosophy, such as our perception
of space, the nature of time, scepticism or the relationship between
reason and madness. In this series of lively studies, Gamez pushes
our everyday assumptions to their limits and opens up fresh perspectives
on philosophy and science. By leading the reader progressively through
key areas of our knowledge, this book will leave you questioning
everything that you think you know. |
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ISBN: 1844650510
Paperback: 272 pages
Acumen Publishing
1 Oct 2006
Price: S$40.30
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John
Rawls
by Catherine Audard
This
introduction to the work of John Rawls (1921-2002), one of the most
influential political philosophers of the twentieth century, provides
an authoritative exposition of his central ideas and their contribution
to contemporary political thought. The book contextualizes Rawls'
thought by giving a sense of its historical development, which helps
understand the intellectual cohesion of his theory. Audard also
explains the constant move between ethics and politics that is characteristic
of Rawls' work, which both makes for the richness of his philosophy,
but also creates for it a number of major problems. The book begins
with the question whether Rawls' doctrine constitutes a theory of
democracy despite its apparently more limited scope. The complex
relation between Rawls's views and utilitarianism are then explored.
The following chapters examine Rawls' claim to reconcile liberty
and equality. This involves a detailed analysis of his two principles
of justice and his most famous concept, the Original Position Device.
The challenge to Rawls's theory of justice posed by communitarian
critiques is then discussed. The final chapters examine the less
universalist ambitions of Rawls' Political Liberalism and contrasts
his theory of contemporary democracy with the ideas of Habermas
and Charles Taylor.
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ISBN: 0826490549
Paperback: 208 pages
Continuum
24 Oct 2006
Price: S$22.50
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Twenty
Greatest Philosophy Books
by James Garvey
The essential guide to the top twenty greatest books in philosophy
for those who have just never quite found the time to read them.
In this witty and engaging book, James Garvey offers an introductory
account of the must-read books from the whole history of philosophical
writing. From Plato to Popper, Descartes to Wittgenstein, the greatest
books in philosophy have had a huge impact on the development of
contemporary society, politics, economics and culture. This entertaining
and intelligent guide introduces the philosophical questions central
to these books that are of genuine interest to the general reader
and opens up often complex and challenging ideas for wider debate.
This is the ideal book for those coming to philosophy for the first
time. Garvey introduces the key themes and terms in philosophy before
exploring each of the twenty great philosophy books with humour
and clarity. The book presupposes no background in philosophy and
encourages the reader to actively engage in philosophical thinking.
The "Twenty Greatest Philosophy Books" is the essential
guide for anyone with an interest in this fascinating subject.
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