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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 .
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Privacy (Paperback)
Carissa Veliz, Steven M Cahn
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An incisive compendium of philosophical literature on privacy, part
of the acclaimed Wiley-Blackwell Readings in Philosophy series
Companies collect and share much of your daily life, from your
location and search history, to your likes, habits, and
relationships. As more and more of our personal data is collected,
analyzed, and distributed, we need to think carefully about what we
might be losing when we give up our privacy. Privacy is a
thought-provoking collection of philosophical essays on privacy,
offering deep insights into the nature of privacy, its value, and
the consequences of its loss. Bringing together both classic and
contemporary work, this timely volume explores the theories,
issues, debates, and applications of the philosophical study of
privacy. The essays address concealment and exposure, the liberal
value of privacy, privacy in social media, privacy rights and
public information, privacy and the limits of law, and more.
Highlights the work of emerging thinkers and leaders in the subject
Presents work from philosophers such as Judith Jarvis Thomson, Ruth
Gavison, Thomas Scanlon, W. A. Parent, and Thomas Nagel Explores
privacy in contexts including governance, law, ethics, political
philosophy, and public policy Discusses data collection, online
tracking, digital surveillance, and other contemporary privacy
issues Edited by award-winning privacy specialist Carissa Veliz and
renowned philosopher and author Steven Cahn, Privacy is a must-read
anthology for philosophers, psychologists, sociologists, and
advanced undergraduate and graduate students taking courses on
digital and applied ethics, philosophy, media studies,
communications, computer science, engineering, and sociology.
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.
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.
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.
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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