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The Eighth Edition of Steven M. Cahn's Classics of Western
Philosophy offers the same exacting standard of editing and
translation that made earlier editions of this anthology the most
highly valued and widely used volume of its kind. But the Eighth
Edition offers exciting new content as well: Plato's Laches
(complete), new selections from Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics (on
courage), Descartes' Discourse on Method (complete), all previously
omitted sections of Berkeley's A Treatise Concerning the Principles
of Human Knowledge , Kant's Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics
(complete). These additions-with no offsetting deletion of content
of the Seventh Edition-yield an anthology of unrivaled versatility,
the only one to offer the complete texts of: both Descartes'
Discourse on Method and Meditations on First Philosophy , both
Berkeley's A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge
and Three Dialogues between Hylas and Philonous , Kant's
Prolegomena to Any Future Metaphysics and selections from the
Critique of Pure Reason .
This highly anticipated anthology, compiled by noted author and
scholar Steven Cahn, presents the seven major works central to any
introductory philosophy course in their entirety. Each work has had
a profound influence on philosophical thought, and the authors are
generally regarded as among the worlds greatest philosophers. Seven
Masterpieces in Philosophy features the most well-respected and
admired translations, and offers introductions and annotations by
Steven Cahn. Anyone seeking to understand the challenges of
philosophy could hardly do better than concentrate attention on
these seven masterpieces. A great alternative to larger tomes, this
book allows the instructor to supplement these works with
additional materials of their choosing.
This highly anticipated anthology, compiled by noted author and
scholar Steven Cahn, presents the seven major works central to any
introductory philosophy course in their entirety. Each work has had
a profound influence on philosophical thought, and the authors are
generally regarded as among the world's greatest philosophers.
"Seven Masterpieces in Philosophy "features the most well-respected
and admired translations, and offers introductions and annotations
by Steven Cahn. Anyone seeking to understand the challenges of
philosophy could hardly do better than concentrate attention on
these seven masterpieces, presented here in this accessible and
very affordable volume. A great alternative to larger, more
expensive tomes, this book allows the instructor to supplement
these works with additional materials of their choosing.
The Meaning of Life is the preeminent anthology on the topic.
Featuring twenty-five insightful selections by prominent
philosophers, it serves as an ideal core text for courses on the
meaning of life and introduction to philosophy courses where the
topic is emphasized. In Part I the articles defend the view that
without faith in God, life has no meaning or purpose. In Part II
the selections oppose this claim, defending instead a nontheistic,
humanistic alternative-that life can have meaning even in the
absence of theistic commitment. In Part III the readings address
whether the question of the meaning of life is itself meaningful. A
new Part IV on the end of life raises issues about how
understanding death affects our understanding of the meaning of
life.
How should we evaluate the success of each person's life?
Countering the prevalent philosophical perspective on the subject,
Steven M. Cahn and Christine Vitrano defend the view that our
well-being is dependent not on particular activities,
accomplishments, or awards but on finding personal satisfaction
while treating others with due concern. The authors suggest that
moral behavior is not necessary for happiness and does not ensure
it. Yet they also argue that morality and happiness are needed for
living well, and together suffice to achieve that goal. Cahn and
Vitrano link their position to elements within both the Hellenistic
and Hebraic traditions, in particular the views of Epicurus and
lessons found in the Book of Ecclesiastes. Written in an accessible
style and illustrated with incisive vignettes drawn from history,
literature, films, and everyday life, Happiness and Goodness is a
compelling work of philosophy for anyone who seeks to understand
the nature of a good life.
The book Fate, Time, and Language: An Essay on Free Will, published
in 2010 by Columbia University Press, presented David Foster
Wallace's challenge to Richard Taylor's argument for fatalism. In
this anthology, notable philosophers engage directly with that work
and assess Wallace's reply to Taylor as well as other aspects of
Wallace's thought. With an introduction by Steven M. Cahn and
Maureen Eckert, this collection includes essays by William Hasker
(Huntington University), Gila Sher (University of California, San
Diego), Marcello Oreste Fiocco (University of California, Irvine),
Daniel R. Kelly (Purdue University), Nathan Ballantyne (Fordham
University), Justin Tosi (University of Arizona), and Maureen
Eckert. These thinkers explore Wallace's philosophical and literary
work, illustrating remarkable ways in which his philosophical views
influenced and were influenced by themes developed in his other
writings, both fictional and nonfictional. Together with Fate,
Time, and Language, this critical set unlocks key components of
Wallace's work and its traces in modern literature and thought.
Philosophical Adventures is an accessible, engaging introduction to
philosophical issues falling under six broad themes: reasoning,
free will, religious belief, ethics, well-being, and society. Each
topic is thoughtfully introduced and discussed in a way that is
easily intelligible and relatable yet philosophically rigorous.
Steven M. Cahn's clear style and vivid examples provide a welcoming
path to these often-difficult issues, encouraging readers to begin
their own philosophical adventures. Key Features An unusually clear
and accessible introduction to many of the central topics of
philosophy. Vivid examples are used to illustrate key points.
Addresses a number of engaging issues that are relevant inside and
outside of academia, such as the possibility of free will,
religious belief with and without God, and democracy vs. its
alternatives. Written by one of the discipline's pre-eminent
teachers, author of numerous widely-used textbooks.
How should we evaluate the success of each person's life?
Countering the prevalent philosophical perspective on the subject,
Steven M. Cahn and Christine Vitrano defend the view that our
well-being is dependent not on particular activities,
accomplishments, or awards but on finding personal satisfaction
while treating others with due concern. The authors suggest that
moral behavior is not necessary for happiness and does not ensure
it. Yet they also argue that morality and happiness are needed for
living well, and together suffice to achieve that goal. Cahn and
Vitrano link their position to elements within both the Hellenistic
and Hebraic traditions, in particular the views of Epicurus and
lessons found in the Book of Ecclesiastes. Written in an accessible
style and illustrated with incisive vignettes drawn from history,
literature, films, and everyday life, Happiness and Goodness is a
compelling work of philosophy for anyone who seeks to understand
the nature of a good life.
The difference in the practical approach to teaching philosophy can
mean the difference between an engaging class and an excruciating
one. In this expanded edition of In the Socratic Tradition (1997)
Kasachkoff adds new sections on teaching philosophy with computers,
teaching philosophical explanation, and teaching philosophy of
gender. Chapters in the collection share the pedagogical insights
of more than two dozen distinguished philosophers, offering
practical suggestions on such issues as how to motivate students,
construct syllabi and creative examinations for specific courses,
and teach complex philosophical concepts. Like its predecessor,
Teaching Philosophy will be an indispensable resource for teachers
of all levels and fields of philosophy, and will be particularly
helpful in lending inspiration to graduate students and professors
called upon to teach courses outside of their specialty areas.
This new, complete translation of Immanuel Kant's Groundwork for
the Metaphysics of Morals provides the most accessible version of
this challenging foundational work in moral philosophy. Calling on
the insights of a team of noted scholar-teachers, The Annotated
Kant renders the text as clearly as possible, supplementing it with
an inviting introduction, clarifying running commentary, and a
helpful glossary. Annotations are presented on facing pages to
provide support for readers and room for their note-taking.
Remaining true to the intricacies of the original German text, this
presentation of Kant's masterpiece enables all to appreciate the
powerful vision it offers.
The book Fate, Time, and Language: An Essay on Free Will, published
in 2010 by Columbia University Press, presented David Foster
Wallace's challenge to Richard Taylor's argument for fatalism. In
this anthology, notable philosophers engage directly with that work
and assess Wallace's reply to Taylor as well as other aspects of
Wallace's thought. With an introduction by Steven M. Cahn and
Maureen Eckert, this collection includes essays by William Hasker
(Huntington University), Gila Sher (University of California, San
Diego), Marcello Oreste Fiocco (University of California, Irvine),
Daniel R. Kelly (Purdue University), Nathan Ballantyne (Fordham
University), Justin Tosi (University of Arizona), and Maureen
Eckert. These thinkers explore Wallace's philosophical and literary
work, illustrating remarkable ways in which his philosophical views
influenced and were influenced by themes developed in his other
writings, both fictional and nonfictional. Together with Fate,
Time, and Language, this critical set unlocks key components of
Wallace's work and its traces in modern literature and thought.
This new, complete translation of Immanuel Kant's Groundwork for
the Metaphysics of Morals provides the most accessible version of
this challenging foundational work in moral philosophy. Calling on
the insights of a team of noted scholar-teachers, An Annotated Kant
renders the text as clearly as possible, supplementing it with an
inviting introduction, clarifying running commentary, and a helpful
glossary. Annotations are presented on facing pages to provide
support for readers and room for their note-taking. Remaining true
to the intricacies of the original German text, this presentation
of Kant's masterpiece enables all to appreciate the powerful vision
it offers.
An all-star cast of philosophical thinkers about higher education,
more than half women, offers new essays exploring major ethical
problems facing American higher education today. Among the crucial
topics discussed are free speech on campus, challenges to the
tenure system, the proliferation of adjunct faculty, historical
injustices, affirmative action, admission policies, opportunities
for applicants from the working-class, faculty and administrative
responsibilities, student life, threats to privacy, treatment of
those with disabilities, the impact of technology on teaching and
learning, curricular controversies, the impact of unions,
philanthropy, sports and intercollegiate athletics, and the aims of
liberal education. The authors are leading researchers and
teachers, many with extensive administrative experience, and they
are members of the faculties at public and private institutions
throughout the country. The essays are jargon-free and address the
most pressing problems for higher education, weigh alternative
policies, and assess future prospects for overcoming present
challenges. Philosopher, scholar, teacher, and novelist Rebecca
Newberger Goldstein provides a foreword to this unique collection.
An all-star cast of philosophical thinkers about higher education,
more than half women, offers new essays exploring major ethical
problems facing American higher education today. Among the crucial
topics discussed are free speech on campus, challenges to the
tenure system, the proliferation of adjunct faculty, historical
injustices, affirmative action, admission policies, opportunities
for applicants from the working-class, faculty and administrative
responsibilities, student life, threats to privacy, treatment of
those with disabilities, the impact of technology on teaching and
learning, curricular controversies, the impact of unions,
philanthropy, sports and intercollegiate athletics, and the aims of
liberal education. The authors are leading researchers and
teachers, many with extensive administrative experience, and they
are members of the faculties at public and private institutions
throughout the country. The essays are jargon-free and address the
most pressing problems for higher education, weigh alternative
policies, and assess future prospects for overcoming present
challenges. Philosopher, scholar, teacher, and novelist Rebecca
Newberger Goldstein provides a foreword to this unique collection.
This timely anthology gathers forty historical and contemporary
treatments of democracy. Short introductions precede each reading
and a general introduction increase student comprehension across
the spectrum of readings. The volume is ideal for both the
undergraduate and graduate students in political theory and
philosophy courses.
In Portraits of American Philosophy eight of America's leading
philosophers offer autobiographical narratives, reminding us that
the life of a scholar is both a personal struggle and an adventure
in ideas. Selected from the prestigious John Dewey Lectures, these
reminiscences provide personal perspectives on how a generation of
scholars faced barriers built on prejudices of religion, race,
gender, and sexual orientation, while being affected by the Civil
Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and feminism. Also explored are
the major themes of post-World War II American philosophy,
including the temporary dominance of logical positivism and then
ordinary language philosophy; the animus between some supporters of
the so-called analytic and Continental traditions; new approaches
to a variety of subfields; and a deepened understanding of how the
history of philosophy can be enriched through concentration on
textual and contextual study. These unique remembrances of people,
institutions, and issues not only chart the history of recent
American philosophy but also present incisive accounts of the
trajectory of American intellectual life as seen through the eyes
of some of its most influential thinkers. Contributions by Nicholas
Wolterstorff, J.B. Schneewind, Judith Jarvis Thomson, Ruth Barcan
Marcus, Richard J. Bernstein, Harry Frankfurt, Marilyn McCord
Adams, and Claudia Card.
In Portraits of American Philosophy eight of America's leading
philosophers offer autobiographical narratives, reminding us that
the life of a scholar is both a personal struggle and an adventure
in ideas. Selected from the prestigious John Dewey Lectures, these
reminiscences provide personal perspectives on how a generation of
scholars faced barriers built on prejudices of religion, race,
gender, and sexual orientation, while being affected by the Civil
Rights Movement, the Vietnam War, and feminism. Also explored are
the major themes of post-World War II American philosophy,
including the temporary dominance of logical positivism and then
ordinary language philosophy; the animus between some supporters of
the so-called analytic and Continental traditions; new approaches
to a variety of subfields; and a deepened understanding of how the
history of philosophy can be enriched through concentration on
textual and contextual study. These unique remembrances of people,
institutions, and issues not only chart the history of recent
American philosophy but also present incisive accounts of the
trajectory of American intellectual life as seen through the eyes
of some of its most influential thinkers.
Saints and Scamps has been widely acclaimed as one of the best
academic ethics books in print. In its 25th anniversary edition,
Steven M. Cahn has updated and expanded upon his critical look at
the duties and responsibilities of college professors; presenting
us with a masterfully decisive and learned probe into the ethical
standards and practices of the academic world and bringing Saints
and Scamps to a new generation. Cahn discusses every issue, from
grades to degree requirements, from tenure to the ethics of
teaching. For Cahn, being a professor is so much more than research
and scholarship; it is also about being a good teacher and
shepherding in the next generation of students. He shows us what
makes a wonderful professor and what constitutes professorial
malpractice, and he does so with a wit and charm that is both
entertaining and convincing. This is not just a book for college
professors, but a book that should be read by parents, students,
school administrators, and anyone interested in what teachers do
and how they should do it. In this new edition, Cahn continues to
do what he has done so brilliantly in the past; he shows us the
ethical guidelines that every professor should follow.
Steven Cahn belongs to that exclusive class of professors who have
not only contributed influentially to the leading debates of their
discipline, but have also written insightfully about the academic
vocation itself. This volume comprises 13 essays, authored by
Cahn's colleagues and former students, presented in his honor on
the occasion of his 25th year as Professor of Philosophy at the
City University of New York. The chapters focus on topics that have
been central to Cahn's philosophical work, such as the teaching of
Philosophy, the responsibilities of Philosophy professors, the
nature of happiness, and the concept of the good life.
The thirty articles in Puzzles and Perplexitie, displaying clarity
and acumen, present a balanced picture of Steven M. Cahn's
wide-ranging work over more than four decades. Taken together, the
signal essays in this volume guide the reader on a journey through
Cahn's remarkable career as a philosopher and educator.
From young children, with their guileless, searching questions, to the recently bereaved, trying to make sense of tragic loss, humans wrestle with our relationship to God--and with God's essence, motivations, and power--throughout our lives: Why does God permit catastrophe and senseless tragedy, again and again? Is God's power limited in any way? Can He change the past? Does He know the future? Why does God require prayer? Why does He not provide stronger evidence of His presence? Whom does God consign to hell, and why? Does God change? Suffer? What can we make of the conflicting diversity within world religions, of the many gods of different religious traditions? Such questions engage, confront, and perplex us on a daily basis. In this rich, concise volume, leading philosophers who have long pondered God's nature and ways take on these core problems.
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