Since its inception, philosophy has been more than an abstract
search for truth or body of knowledge. It perfects one's
understanding by means of discussion and dialogue and personal,
poetic, or dramatic investigation. Philosophers such as Socrates,
Spinoza, Rousseau, Nietzsche, Foucault, and Derrida differ in
almost every respect, yet they share a common method of
"practicing" philosophy -- not as a detached, intellectual
discipline, but as a worldly art.
Reading key philosophical texts from classical Greece to the
present day, Roy Brand explores the fundamental role of passion,
desire, and love in the development of western philosophy. He then
examines the character of knowledge love has created.
"LoveKnowledge" returns to the long tradition of philosophy as an
exercise not only of the mind but also of the soul, asking whether
philosophy can shape and inform our lives and communities. Each
chapter focuses on a major philosopher's seminal work and central
motivation, opening with a brief biography encouraging readers to
compare the philosopher's life and worldview. "Popular philosophy"
in the best sense, "LoveKnowledge" proves the vitality and
relevance of the discipline's most important questions and
perplexing texts. Steering clear of jargon without oversimplifying
the narrative, the volume draws readers into the active and
emotional dimensions of knowledge production.
General
Imprint: |
Columbia University Press
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Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
June 2016 |
Authors: |
Roy Brand
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Dimensions: |
178 x 140 x 13mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - Trade
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Pages: |
160 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-231-16045-2 |
Categories: |
Books >
Humanities >
Philosophy >
General
Books >
Philosophy >
General
|
LSN: |
0-231-16045-3 |
Barcode: |
9780231160452 |
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