عنوان

Hobbes: a guide for the perplexed

.Language of Text, Soundtrack etc

eng

Title Proper

Hobbes: a guide for the perplexed

"Continuum's Guides for the Perplexed" are clear, concise and accessible introductions to thinkers, writers and subjects that students and readers can find especially challenging. Concentrating specifically on what it is that makes the subject difficult to fathom, these books explain and explore key themes and ideas, guiding the reader towards a thorough understanding of demanding material. Thomas Hobbes is one of the foremost British philosophers; his Leviathan stands as one of the most important single works in the history of political philosophy, and any student of philosophy will be required to develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of Hobbes. "Hobbes: A Guide for the Perplexed" is the ideal resource for any student wishing to really engage with, and develop a sound understanding of, the work of this major philosopher. The text systematically covers all those areas of philosophy where Hobbes is a key player: metaphysics; epistemology; moral philosophy; political philosophy; the philosophy of religion. It explores Hobbes' philosophical method in depth and offers a valuable account of the historical background to Hobbes' thought. Most valuably for the student reader, this book actively promotes philosophical inquiry and interpretation. In setting out the different interpretations of Hobbes, the text requires the reader to evaluate their respective merits on the basis of the evidence provided. "Hobbes: A Guide for the Perplexed", then, is both a philosophically rigorous introduction to Hobbes and an excellent primer in philosophical method, inquiry and debate.

Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.

London; New York

Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.

Continuum

Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.

2007

Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item

xiii, 143 p.; 22 cm

Other Title Information

Guides for the perplexed

Text of Note

Includes bibliographical references )p. 138-141( and index

Text of Note

ISBN: 9780826488381

Text of Note

Stephen Finn

Text of Note

1

Entry Element

، Hobbes, Thomas, 8851-9761

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Entry Element

Finn, Stephen J.

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