The 10 commandments of philosophy according to louis p. He wrote in the areas of philosophy of religion, epistemology, ethics, and political philosophy and authored or edited more than 30 books and 100 articles. Spanning 2500 years of thought, it is ideal for introduction to philosophy and history of philosophy courses that are structured chronologically. Pojman 1 edition first published in 1997 not in library.
He is the author or editor of over twenty books and numerous articles. Rent textbook classics of philosophy by pojman, louis p. Capturing the inimitable enthusiasm of louis pojmans much acclaimed teaching, philosophy. Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of. Pojman allow the spirit of wonder to flourish in your breast. Volume ii, modern and contemporary covers the works of philosophers from descartes to rawls. Now in a third edition, introduction to philosophy. Author of philosophy, ethics, environmental ethics, philosophy of religion, moral philosophy, life and death, ethical theory, philosophical traditions louis p.
Spanning 2,500 years of thought, it is ideal for introduction to philosophy and history of philosophy courses. Volume i, ancient and medieval, which covers the works of philosophers from thales to william of ockham. The most recent volume in louis pojman s highly successful classics of philosophy collection oup, 1998, classics of philosophy. He has been a fulbright fellow at the university of copenhagen and a rockefeller fellow at the university of hamburg. Lewis vaughn is the former editor of free inquiry magazine and the former executive editor of the philosophy journalphilo. This section contains readings on various lecture topics of the course. Find materials for this course in the pages linked along the left. Louis was best known perhaps for presenting extremely balanced perspectives in his writings on a variety of some of the most controversial and challenging contemporary issues, including abortion, affirmative action and the death penalty. This text is designed to help students who have already done an introductory course in philosophy guiding them to think more clearly about how to form their moral beliefs in. Pojman is professor of philosophy at the united states military academy at west point.
Choose from 75 different sets of pojman flashcards on quizlet. Rent classics of philosophy 3rd edition 9780199737291 today, or search our site for other textbooks by louis p. Ideal for courses in ancient or ancient and medieval philosophy, it includes twentynine worksseven of them completeby thirteen philosophers as. Readings classics in western philosophy linguistics. Classics of philosophy3rd edition by lewis vaughn, louis p.
Modern and contemporary classics of philosophy by louis p. He was a fulbright fellow at the university of copenhagen and a rockefeller fellow at hamburg university. Beyond good and evil friedrich nietzsche friedrich nietzsche 18441 900 was a german basis for believing in god, we will see that the whole. Classical and contemporary readings is a highly acclaimed, topically organized collection that covers five major areas of philosophy theory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. Every textbook comes with a 21day any reason guarantee.
Political philosophy the essential texts, steven m. Because of its lively writing style and clear presentation, this introduction to philosophy textbook is both interesting and informative. Isbn 9780199737291 classics of philosophy 3rd edition. Lewis vaughn is the former editor of free inquiry magazine and the former executive editor of the philosophy journal philo. Ideal for courses in ancient or ancient and medieval philosophy, it includes twentynine worksseven of them completeby thirteen philosophers as well as fragments from the presocratics. Louis pojman, religion gives meaning to life, in the meaning of life, ed. Philosophy of religion louis pojman haftad 9781111634780. Beginning with an inquiry into the nature and purpose of philosophy, this text moves through many traditional discussionssuch as the existence of god, the problems of. Philosophy begins with deep wonder about the universe and about who we are and where we came from and where we are going.
Summary of louis pojmans, does religion give meaning to life. Find 9780199737291 classics of philosophy 3rd edition by lewis vaughn et al at over 30 bookstores. Michael rea is professor of philosophy and director of the center for philosophy of religion at the university of notre dame, where he has taught since 2001. Summary of louis pojmans, does religion give meaning to. Youll discover all the major philosophical theories, as well as tackle hot topics like the existence pdf of god, the free willdeterminism debate. Readings classics in western philosophy linguistics and. The most recent volume in louis pojmans highly successful classics of philosophy collection oup, 1998, classics of philosophy. Pojman 19352005 was professor of philosophy, united states military academy. Description of the book classics of philosophy edition 3.
I plan to use this text as the centerpiece of my course for years to come. Oct 02, 1997 classics of philosophy, 2e, is the most comprehensive anthology of writings in western philosophy in print. A nice blend of classic readings in moral philosophy supplemented by numerous modern pieces. This is a comprehensive anthology in the field of epistemology. Pojman paperback, 1,312 pages, published 2010 by oxford university press isbn. This set covers the vocabulary found in the second chapter of louis pojman s book titled, ethics. Pojman 19352005 was professor of philosophy, emeritus, at the united states military academy and a life member of clare hall, cambridge university. Classical and contemporary readings, fourth edition, is a highly acclaimed topically organized anthology featuring eightyfour selections that cover five major areas of philosophy theory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the us or from the uk, depending on stock availability.
More than seventy works by fortytwo philosophers as well as fragments from the presocratics are included, offering students and general. Pojman is the author of classics of philosophy, published 2010 under isbn 9780199737291 and isbn 0199737290. Doubt every claim you encounter until the evidence convinces you of its. This work is considerably more comprehensive than the corresponding section of the singlevolume edition of classics of philosophy. It features more than seventy selections by forty philosophersalong with fragments from the presocratics. Classics of philosophy 3rd edition rent 9780199737291. The pursuit of wisdom introduces students to all of the core topics in philosophy. Classical and contemporary readings, fourth edition, is a highly acclaimed topically organized anthology featuring eightyfour selections that cover five major areas of philosophytheory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Louis paul pojman april 22, 1935 october 15, 2005 was an american philosopher and professor, whose name is most recognized as the author of dozens of philosophy texts and anthologies, which continue to be used widely for educational purposes, and more than onehundred papers, which he read at some sixty universities around the world. Mar 31, 2017 open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. This set covers the vocabulary found in the second chapter of louis pojmans book titled, ethics. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text.
Pojman was the author or editor of many books and articles click on books and articles. Louis pojman is professor of philosophy at the united states military academy. Volume ii modern and contemporary classics of philosophy by louis p. Incorporating the insights of new coeditor lewis vaughn, classics of philosophy, third edition, is the most comprehensive anthology of writings in western philosophy in print. A reader second edition edited, with introduction, by louis p. The 58 classical and contemporary readings in this book represent all the major problems and. Classical and contemporary readings is a highly acclaimed, topically organized collection that covers five major areas of philosophytheory of knowledge, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, freedom and determinism, and moral philosophy. We have you covered with 247 instant online tutoring. Louis pojman 19352005 was an american philosopher and ordained minister who received a d. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Volume iii, the twentieth century assembles definitive essays in twentiethcentury western philosophy. Ideal for courses in modern and contemporary philosophy, it includes fortyeight extensive selectionsseventeen of them completefrom twentynine philosophers.
Engaging conversations on the worlds great religions peter kreeft. In addition, there is a singlevolume edition available that combines volume i and volume ii, providing the most comprehensive anthology of writings in western philosophy in print. Includes his biography, his works on ethics and political philosophy, and a bibliography of his articles with links to some of them. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read philosophy of religion. Classics of philosophy, 2e, is the most comprehensive anthology of writings in western philosophy in print.
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