British Idealism: A Guide for the Perplexed Contributor(s): Boucher, David (Author), Vincent, Andrew (Author) |
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ISBN: 0826496784 ISBN-13: 9780826496782 Publisher: Continuum
Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: February 2012 Click for more in this series: Guides for the Perplexed |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | History & Theory - General - Philosophy | Political |
Dewey: 141.094 |
LCCN: 2011016506 |
Series: Guides for the Perplexed |
Physical Information: 0.47" H x 5.53" W x 8.53" L (0.64 lbs) 208 pages |
Features: Bibliography, Index |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: There has been a significant renewal of interest in the British Idealists in recent years. Scholars have acknowledged their critical contribution to a number of philosophical theories in the fields of politics, law, morality, epistemology and metaphysics.. British Idealism: A Guide for the Perplexed offers a clear and thorough account of this key philosophical movement, providing an outline of the key terms and central arguments employed by the idealists. David Boucher and Andrew Vincent lay out the historical context and employ analytical and critical methods to explain the philosophical background and key concepts. The book explores the contribution of British Idealism to contemporaneous philosophical, political and social debates, emphasizing the continuing relevance of the central themes of their philosophy. Geared towards the specific requirements of students who need to reach a sound understanding of British Idealism, the book serves as an ideal companion to the study of this most influential and important of movements. |
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