Diese Reihe bietet zugängliche und ansprechende Einführungen in Kernbereiche der zeitgenössischen Philosophie. Jeder Band wird von einem führenden Experten verfasst und liefert klare und aufschlussreiche Erklärungen komplexer Themen. Sie ist unerlässlich für Studenten und alle, die ein tieferes Verständnis des modernen philosophischen Denkens suchen. Die Sammlung erforscht eine breite Palette von Debatten und Konzepten, die unsere heutige Welt prägen.
Focusing on the evolution of Continental philosophy, this book traces its lineage from Kant to contemporary thinkers. It explores key philosophical movements and figures, highlighting the significant themes and ideas that have shaped the tradition over time. By examining the connections between historical context and modern interpretations, it provides a comprehensive introduction for readers interested in understanding the complexities and developments within Continental thought.
Philosophy of Art is a textbook for undergraduate students interested in the topic of philosophical aesthetics, introducing the techniques of analytic philosophy in addition to a selection of the major topics in this area.
A Contemporary Introduction
Philosophy of Mind: A Contemporary Introduction is a comprehensive and accessible survey of main themes, positions and debates in philosophy of mind. John Heil introduces and discusses the major topics in succinct, user-friendly, self-contained chapters:* Cartesian dualism* Descartes's legacy* non-Cartesian dualism* behaviorism* the identity theory* functionalism* the representational theory of mind* qualia* radical interpretation* the intentional stance* eliminativism* property dualism* mind and metaphysics* the mind's place in natureThis revised and updated edition includes expanded chapters on eliminativism, qualia, and the representational theory of mind, and an entirely new chapter on property dualism. There are annotated suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter, updated to include recent material and internet resources.
Focusing on the nature and justification of knowledge, this comprehensive introduction delves into key concepts and theories in epistemology. It addresses traditional topics while also exploring emerging areas such as intuition, rational disagreement, and the intrinsic value of knowledge. The updated third edition includes new sections that enhance understanding of these complex issues. This work serves as an essential resource for those seeking to grasp the fundamental questions surrounding knowledge and belief in philosophy.
The book offers a comprehensive exploration of the philosophy of science, focusing on its nature, methodologies, and justifications. With updated insights, it addresses key questions and challenges in the field, making it an essential resource for students seeking a deeper understanding of scientific principles and practices. Through rigorous analysis, it encourages critical thinking about the foundations of scientific inquiry and its implications for knowledge and reality.
Philosophy of Language: a Contemporary Introduction introduces the student to the main issues and theories in twentieth-century philosophy of language, focusing specifically on linguistic phenomena. Topics are structured in three parts in the book. Part I, Reference and Referring Expressions, includes topics such as Russell's Theory of Desciptions, Donnellan's distinction, problems of anaphora, the description theory of proper names, Searle's cluster theory, and the causal-historical theory. Part II, Theories of Meaning, surveys the competing theories of linguistic meaning and compares their v
A Contemporary Introduction to the World of Proofs and Pictures
This edition explores significant and timeless questions in mathematical philosophy, examining the role of visual representations in proving concepts, the certainty of mathematical results, and the value of experiments in the field. James Robert Brown delves into these critical issues, offering fresh insights and perspectives that challenge traditional views within the mathematical sciences.
In this revised edition, Michael J. Loux explores key metaphysical topics, linking contemporary ideas to classical philosophy. Key discussions include universals, abstract entities, individuation, modality, identity through time, and realism vs. antirealism, making it essential for metaphysics enthusiasts.
Introduces students to the main issues and theories in twentieth-century philosophy of language, focusing specifically on linguistic phenomena. This book surveys the competing theories of linguistic meaning and compares their various advantages and liabilities.
Focusing on philosophical aesthetics, this textbook equips undergraduate students with analytic philosophy techniques while exploring key topics within the field. It serves as a foundational resource, blending theoretical insights with practical applications to deepen understanding of aesthetics.
A Contemporary Introduction is aimed at students of metaphysics who have already completed an introductory philosophy course. This third edition of the successful textbook provides a fresh look at key topics in metaphysics and includes two new chapters on time and causation.Wherever possible, Loux links contemporary views to their classical sources in the history of philosophy. This new edition also keeps the user-friendly format, the chapter overviews summarizing the main topics and examples to clarify difficult concepts.
