discuss several topics in philosophy, using both historical and contemporary readings. GOD AND SCIENCE: CONTEMPORARY DISCUSSIONS Nicholas Everitt, Theism and Modern ScienceII. MORAL AND POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY MORAL PHILOSOPHY IntroductionA. This book is a comprehensive collection of historical and contemporary readings across the major fields of philosophy. FREE WILL A.J. Beginning with the nature of the mind, they DEATH Thomas Nagel, DeathWalter Kaufmann, Death Without DreadGlossaryNotesResources, "An ideal anthology for an introductory course. Innovations in the History of Analytical Philosophy Sandra Lapointe , Christopher Pincock (eds.) Smart, Extreme and Restricted UtilitarianismBernard Williams, Utilitarianism, Integrity and ResponsibilityDeontology Immanuel Kant, Selections from Grounding for the Metaphysics of MoralsOnora O'Neill, A Simplified Account of Kant's EthicsVirtue Ethics Aristotle, Selections from the Nicomachean EthicsRosalind Hursthouse, Normative Virtue EthicsB. The Elements of Philosophy Readings from Past and Present Edited by Tamar Szabo Gendler, Susanna Siegel, and Steven M. Cahn. Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. TRADITIONAL ARGUMENTS FOR AND AGAINST THE EXISTENCE OF GOD The Ontological Argument--and Replies Saint Anselm, The Ontological ArgumentGaunilo, In Behalf of the FoolG.E. METAPHYSICS AND EPISTEMOLOGY KNOWLEDGE AND REALITY IntroductionA. In response to their suggestions, the volume includes detailed introductions to each section, explanatory footnotes that define unfamiliar terms and concepts, an extensive glossary, and a guide to further resources. 1. [B] Simon Blackburn, "What is Philosophy?" Ayer, Freedom and NecessityRoderick M. Chisholm, Human Freedom and the SelfHarry Frankfurt, Freedom of the Will and the Concept of a PersonPeter Strawson, Freedom and ResentmentG. Requirements and grading Reading for each class. The Elements of Philosophy: Readings from Past and Present. Questions about the nature of conscious awareness have likely been asked for as long as there have been humans. The following ISBNs are associated with this title: Sign up to get exclusive offers, the best in books & more.Plus, enjoy 10% off your next online purchase over $50.†. PrefaceNote to the ReaderNote to the InstructorAcknowledgmentsAbout the EditorsINTRODUCTION Simon Blackburn, What Is Philosophy?Simon Blackburn, The Elements of LogicI. Edited by a team of scholars who are also highly esteemed instructors, The Elements of Philosophy is uniquely student-friendly. This book can be purchased at the Columbia Bookstore. Thank you. IDENTITY AND PERSONAL IDENTITY John Locke, "Of Identity and Diversity" from An Essay Concerning Human UnderstandingBernard Williams, The Self and the FutureDerek Parfit, "Personal Identity" from Reasons and PersonsIV. This essay argues that a course in philosophy of the body can be used to introduce students to philosophical investigation. Smart, Sensations and Brain ProcessesPaul M. Churchland, Eliminative Materialism and the Propositional AttitudesChallenges to Physicalism Saul Kripke, The Modal ArgumentFrank Jackson, The Knowledge ArgumentB. As a global organization, we, like many others, recognize the significant threat posed by the coronavirus. Shop early this year to get holiday gifts on time. Tamar Szabó Gendler, Susanna Siegel and Steven M. Cahn, Oxford 2008. METAPHYSICS OF MIND Dualism and Behaviorism René Descartes, Sixth MeditationKisor Kumar Chakrabarti, Understanding Nyaya-Vaisesika DualismGilbert Ryle, Descartes' MythPhysicalism Daniel Stoljar, PhysicalismJ.J.C. JUSTICE, EQUALITY, AND THE STATE Thomas Hobbes, "Contract and Commonwealth" from LeviathanJohn Rawls, "Justice as Fairness" from A Theory of JusticeRobert Nozick, "Distributive Justice" from Anarchy, State and UtopiaE. --Alex Byrne, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. SKEPTICISM AND RESPONSES René Descartes, Meditations 1 and 2G.E. LANGUAGE, MEANING, AND REFERENCE H.P. With depth and quality, this introductory anthology offers a selection of readings that is both extensive and expansive; the readings span twenty-five centuries. Within these broad areas, readings are arranged in clusters that address both traditional issues--such as the existence of God, justice and the state, knowledge and skepticism, and free will--and contemporary topics--including God and science, just war theory, vegetarianism, and time travel. Shop online, free pickup in store in as little as 3 hours. glossary. 1. Edited by a team of scholars who are also highly esteemed instructors, this anthology is uniquely student-friendly. The Elements of Philosophy: Readings from Past and Present (Oxford, 2008)), pp. Offer valid for new subscribers only.† Conditions apply. During this time, we have made some of our learning resources freely accessible. Do be advised that shipments may be delayed due to extra safety precautions implemented at our centers and delays with local shipping carriers. Course Description: This course is a self-contained introduction to philosophy in the Western tradition. how humans should reason; not how they actually reason. The Elements of Philosophy: Readings from Past and Present Title: The Elements of Philosophy: Readings from Past and Present History of the issue. Austin, The Argument from Illusion: A Critique of Sense DataLANGUAGE IntroductionC. Elements is destined to become a standard." Philosophy comes from two Greek words philein meaning love … The selections are organized topically into five parts: Religion and Belief, Moral and Political Philosophy, Metaphysics and Epistemology, ELEMENTS OF PHILOSOPHY (LECTURE – NOTES by Dr. Oriare Nyarwath) 21/04/2011 Logic – is a branch of Philosophy that is concerned with the study of reason. The main questions in the philosophy of mind are derived from puzzles involving trying to develop a coherent theory of the nature and functions of the mind. --Ted Sider, New York University, "The Elements of Philosophy is an outstanding book on all fronts. Professor Gendler explains the interdisciplinary nature of the course: work from philosophy, psychology, behavioral economics, and literature will be brought to bear on the topic of human nature. DEFINING "KNOWLEDGE" Plato, "What is Knowledge?" The product of the collaboration of three highly respected scholars in their fields - Tamar Szabo Gendler, Susanna Siegel, and Steven M. Cahn - The Elements of Philosophy also includes introductions from the editors, explanatory footnotes, and a You may unsubscribe at any time. Would you recommend this product to a friend? The third part of the book is devoted to essays about the interconnections between philosophy and neighbouring fields, including those of mathematics, psychology, literature and film, and neuroscience. (a selection from pages 1-12 of Simon Blackburn's Think (Oxford University Press, 1999), as reprinted in Gendler, Siegel and Cahn, eds. You may unsubscribe at any time. Title. SOME APPLICATIONS Moral Duties to the Poor Peter Singer, Rich and PoorGarrett Hardin, Lifeboat Ethics: The Case Against Helping the PoorThomas W. Pogge, "Aiding" the Global PoorVegetarianism and Animals Alastair Norcross, Puppies, Pigs, and People: Eating Meat and Marginal CasesCarl Cohen, A Critique of the Alleged Moral Basis of VegetarianismC. Sign up to get exclusive offers, the best in books & more. Please see your welcome email for exclusions and details. LIFE AND DEATH IntroductionA. PHILOSOPHY OF MIND AND LANGUAGE MIND IntroductionA. We will not follow a chronological order but will proceed thematically, covering material in the philosophy of religion, moral philosophy, epistemology, and metaphysics. Within these broad areas, readings are arranged in clusters that address both traditional issues and contemporary topics. INDUCTION David Hume, "Induction" from An Enquiry Concerning Human UnderstandingWesley Salmon, Selections from The Problem of InductionNelson Goodman, The New Riddle of InductionMETAPHYSICAL PERPLEXITIES IntroductionE. 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