William - Philosophy 3

Universal Human Rights brings new clarity to the important and highly contested concept universal human rights. The Charter of the United Nations commits nearly all nations of the world to promote, ……続きを見る

Taking Parenting Public makes a compelling case that parenting has become dangerously undervalued in America today. It calls for a new investment-both personal and public-into the work of raising ch……続きを見る

After preparing to lead a quiet life as a teacher and scholar of political theory, William Galston has spent the past quarter century crossing the boundaries between academia and public life, includ……続きを見る

Heidegger's Being and Time: Critical Essays provides a variety of recent studies of Heidegger's most important work. Twelve prominent scholars, representing diverse nationalities, generations, and i……続きを見る

This is the first work to combine an introduction to Augustine's Confessions with a larger outline of his mature theology. Mallard provides guidance for reading the narrative Confessions (Books I–IX……続きを見る

This is a groundbreaking application of contemporary philosophy to human rights law that proposes significant innovations for the progressive development of human rights. Drawing on the works of pro……続きを見る

A new theory of Intelligence, from a renowned and highly respected writer on brains and evolution What constitutes consciousness or intelligence? This is a question that has proved to philosophers t……続きを見る

Celebrate the Dude with an abiding look at the philosophy behind The Big Lebowski Is the Dude a bowling-loving stoner or a philosophical genius living the good life? Naturally, it's the latter, and ……続きを見る

A look at the philosophical underpinnings of the hit TV show, Mad Men With its swirling cigarette smoke, martini lunches, skinny ties, and tight pencil skirts, Mad Men is unquestionably one of the m……続きを見る

An unauthorized look behind one of the greatest video game franchises of all time, Final Fantasy The Final Fantasy universe is packed with compelling characters and incredible storylines. In this bo……続きを見る

A threat to humanity portending the end of our species lurks in the cold recesses of space. Our only hope is an eleven-year-old boy. Celebrating the long-awaited release of the movie adaptation of O……続きを見る

This collection of essays brings together moral, social and political philosophers from Britain, Canada, New Zealand and the United States who explore a wide range of issues under the three headings……続きを見る

Hailed as one of our finest writers about the American West, William Kittredge now brings all his experience and intelligence to bear on the wider, and wilder, West of our civilization. In certain r……続きを見る

William Hazlitt's tough, combative writings on subjects ranging from slavery to the imagination, boxing matches to the monarchy, established him as one of the greatest radicals of his age and have i……続きを見る

This vintage book comprises Henry James's seminal philosophical treatise, 'Essays in Radical Empiricism'. The ideas outlined within this text underpin James's work, and are key to understanding the ……続きを見る

Western philosophy’s relationship with prisons stretches from Plato’s own incarceration to the modern era of mass incarceration. Philosophy Imprisoned: The Love of Wisdom in the Age of Mass Incarcer……続きを見る

Insults are part of the fabric of daily life. But why do we insult each other? Why do insults cause us such pain? Can we do anything to prevent or lessen this pain? Most importantly, how can we over……続きを見る

William L. Newell presents a comprehensive analysis of René Girard’s work on the origins of culture and the depths of human desire. Girard makes no claim toward a theory of religion, but he lays the……続きを見る

This volume brings together eminent theologians, philosophers and political theorists to discuss the relevance of theology and theologically grounded moral reflection to contemporary America’s publi……続きを見る

Veronica Mars is a kick-ass private investigator, smart and street-wise. But what can her character tell us about larger life issues, such as knowledge and skepticism, trust and friendship, revenge,……続きを見る

This book describes the picture of reality given by Newton, and the development of the later picture of reality given by field theory. In telling this story, the author explains what problem each sc……続きを見る

Since the Financial Crisis of 2008, there has been and continues to be a debate about the proper role of the free market in the United States and beyond. On one side there are those who defend the f……続きを見る

History of the Conflict Between Religion and Science John William Draper, american (English-born) scientist, philosopher, physician, chemist, historian and photographer (1811-1882) This ebook presen……続きを見る

Dr Draper’s Lecture on Evolution John William Draper, american (English-born) scientist, philosopher, physician, chemist, historian and photographer (1811-1882) This ebook presents «Dr Draper……続きを見る

Priestley’s Discovery of Oxygen Gas John William Draper, american (English-born) scientist, philosopher, physician, chemist, historian and photographer (1811-1882) This ebook presents «Priest……続きを見る

History of the Intellectual Development of Europe - Volume I John William Draper, american (English-born) scientist, philosopher, physician, chemist, historian and photographer (1811-1882) This ebo……続きを見る

William James was the older brother of novelist Henry James, and a pioneering psychologist and philosopher. His works pushed the boundaries of psychology and helped shape the direction the field wou……続きを見る

The following pages attempt to develop the main outlines of an existential phenomenology of law within the context of Maurice Merleau-Ponty's phe nomenology of the social world. In so doing, the ess……続きを見る

First published in 1983, this book examines the problems of concept formation in the social sciences, and in particular sociology, from the standpoint of a realistic philosophy of science. Beginning……続きを見る

Learn how to influence the world around you through the power of your concentration. The powers of your mind can be strengthened and tuned, and this book will show you how to do just that. Chapters ……続きを見る