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Reese, William L.

 
9781573927369: Freedom (Fundamental Issues in Philosophy)

Sinopsis

Reese opens with a discussion of personal freedom and control, and then examines the definitions of freedom in light of decision-making, want and obligation, and internal (personal) factors. A discussion of definitions leads to a single, concluding, workable definition and the placement of personal freedom within that definition. Included are valuable selections from Aquinas, Aristotle, Brand Blanshard, Descartes, Paul Edwards, Hegel, Hobbes, Hume, James, Locke, Nietzsche, Sartre, Skinner, Voltaire, and others."Freedom" is the first in a series of eight brief volumes devoted to the major philosophical problems. This new series will eventually include separate volumes on values, self, truth, beauty, right and wrong, social philosophy, and God and immortality. These volumes are appropriate for introduction to philosophy courses, particularly those with problems-based formats. Each study guide opens with an introduction, questions for discussion, and an outline of the topic, followed by classic readings.

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William L. Reese is professor of philosophy at the State University of New York at Albany and the editor of the award-winning DICTIONARY OF PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION. He is also the author or editor of a dozen books and scores of articles on philosophy and the philosophy of religion.

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