This book is a clear and concise history of the soul in western philosophy, from Plato to cutting-edge contemporary work in philosophy of mind.[...]
Isaac Asimov said that 'whatever the tortures of hell, I think the boredom of heaven would be even worse'. Such quandaries are the bread and butter of philosophy of religion. Questioning why evil exists, whether God could create a stone he couldn't lift, and if the wonder of life suggests a Creator,[...]
Presents an introduction to aesthetics, covering various theories of art and beauty.
In 85 new and updated essays, this comprehensive volume provides an authoritative guide to the philosophy of religion.Includes contributions from established philosophers and rising stars22 new entries have now been added, and all material from the previous edition has been updated and reorganizedBr[...]
This book is a clear and concise history of the soul in western philosophy, from Plato to cutting-edge contemporary work in philosophy of mind. Packed with arguments for and against a range of different, historically significant philosophies of the soul Addresses the essential issues, including min[...]