Knowledge and Liberation in Classical Indian Thou
ISBN: 9780333927472 / Angielski / Twarda / 259 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Classical Indian schools of philosophy undertake major debates on a variety of issues with the formal aim of attaining a supreme end to existence - liberation from the cycle of lives. This book looks at four conceptions of liberation and the way analytic inquiry and philosophical knowledge are held to lead in its attainment. The central motivation of Indian philosophy - the quest for the Highest Good - is recognised but also situated in the rigorous and analytic philosophical activity of these thinkers.
Classical Indian schools of philosophy undertake major debates on a variety of issues with the formal aim of attaining a supreme end to existence - li...
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390,87 zł |
The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana
ISBN: 9780375759246 / Angielski / Miękka / 240 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Sir Richard F. Burton's translation of The Kama Sutra remains one of the best English interpretations of this early Indian treatise on politics, social customs, love, and intimacy. Its crisp style set a new standard for Sanskrit translation.
The Kama Sutra stands uniquely as a work of psychology, sociology, Hindu dogma, and sexology. It has been a celebrated classic of Indian literature for 1,700 years and a window for the West into the culture and mysticism of the East. This Modern Library Paperback Classic reprints the authoritative text of Sir Richard F. Burton's 1883... Sir Richard F. Burton's translation of The Kama Sutra remains one of the best English interpretations of this early Indian treatise on politics...
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Avicenna
ISBN: 9780415019293 / Angielski / Twarda / 260 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. the philosophers in the West, none, perhaps, is better known by name and less familiar in actual content of his ideas than the medieval Muslim philosopher, physician, minister and naturalist Abu Ali Ibn Sina, known since the days of the scholastics as Avicenna. In this book the author, himself a philosopher, and long known for his studies of Arabic thought, presents a factual account of Avicenna's philosophy. Setting the thinker in the context of his often turbulent times and tracing the roots and influences of Avicenna's ideas, this book offers a factual philosophical portrait. It details... the philosophers in the West, none, perhaps, is better known by name and less familiar in actual content of his ideas than the medieval Muslim phil... |
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Thirty-Five Oriental Philosophers
ISBN: 9780415025966 / Angielski / Twarda / 212 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is an introduction to the several philosophical traditions usually referred to as oriental. It offers close analysis of the key works of central figures in the traditions concerned: those of Zoroastrianism, Islam, India, Tibet, China and Japan, from the earliest times to the present day. The volume contains essays on individual philosophers, outlining the central themes of their philosophy, with lists of their major works and suggestions for further reading. The philosophers chosen are of central importance to the tradition concerned and regularly figure in courses on eastern philosophy,...
This is an introduction to the several philosophical traditions usually referred to as oriental. It offers close analysis of the key works of central ...
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199,33 zł |
Al-Farabi and His School
ISBN: 9780415035941 / Angielski / Twarda / 142 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This text examines one of the most dynamic periods in the development of medieval Islam - from the late 9th century to the early 11th century. The age is examined through the thought of its five principal thinkers and labelled after the first and greatest of these, the Age of Farabism. It is demonstrated in this book that the great Islamic philosopher al-Farabi, called the second master after Aristotle, produced a recognizable school of thought in which others pursued and developed some of his own intellectual preoccupations.
This text examines one of the most dynamic periods in the development of medieval Islam - from the late 9th century to the early 11th century. The age...
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History of Jewish Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415080644 / Angielski / Twarda / 952 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. In this collection, 35 authors, from Britain, Canada, Israel, and the United States cover the full range of Jewish philosophy, concentrating upon the philosophical interest of the ideas themselves. No attempt has been made to deal with every single Jewish philosopher, but the major schools of thought and controversy are dealt with in this collection, and bibliographical information is supplied by the individual authors. The discussion ranges from the Bible itself to postmodern trends, from the thought of Moses Maimonides to those who discuss the nature of the Holocaust. The links between...
In this collection, 35 authors, from Britain, Canada, Israel, and the United States cover the full range of Jewish philosophy, concentrating upon the ...
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Understanding Eastern Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415129640 / Angielski / Twarda / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Understanding Eastern Philosophy provides an accessible critical introduction to how some of the key philosophies of the East compare with those in the West. Starting from a discussion of the problems of distinguishing between religions and philosophies, Ray Billington presents a clear picture of the key tenets behind Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Jainism and Confucianism.
Moving on to compare the key themes of religious philosophy that cut across East and West, such as a belief in God, the soul, moral decision-making, nature and authority, Understanding Eastern Philosophy... Understanding Eastern Philosophy provides an accessible critical introduction to how some of the key philosophies of the East compare with th...
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708,33 zł |
Understanding Eastern Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415129657 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Understanding Eastern Philosophy provides an accessible critical introduction to how some of the key philosophies of the East compare with those in the West. Starting from a discussion of the problems of distinguishing between religions and philosophies, Ray Billington presents a clear picture of the key tenets behind Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Jainism and Confucianism.
Moving on to compare the key themes of religious philosophy that cut across East and West, such as a belief in God, the soul, moral decision-making, nature and authority, Understanding Eastern Philosophy... Understanding Eastern Philosophy provides an accessible critical introduction to how some of the key philosophies of the East compare with th...
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209,82 zł |
Encyclopedia of Asian Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415172813 / Angielski / Twarda / 704 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Incorporating cultural and religious contexts, this encyclopedia provides a guide to the main concepts and thinkers in Asian philosophy - starting with Abhidharma and ending with Zurvan. The main philosophical trends and thinkers in each geographical area are featured, with an emphasis on contemporary developments and movements.
Incorporating cultural and religious contexts, this encyclopedia provides a guide to the main concepts and thinkers in Asian philosophy - starting wit...
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1469,12 zł |
Eastern Philosophy: Key Readings
ISBN: 9780415173575 / Angielski / Twarda / 328 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Through key readings from primary and secondary sources this book communicates at first hand the principal features of the remarkable range of Eastern thought - including Buddhist, Confucian, Hindu, Islamic, Shinto and Zoroastrian. Passages from key texts guide the reader through over 90 major terms, from abhidharma to Zen. Material is drawn not only from such cornerstone texts as the Bhagavad-gita and the Lao-tzu, but also from modern writings on Eastern philosophy and religion. Extracts are prefaced by Oliver Leaman's succinct introductions, and supplemented by a glossary of terms.
Through key readings from primary and secondary sources this book communicates at first hand the principal features of the remarkable range of Eastern...
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550,92 zł |
Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415173629 / Angielski / Twarda / 350 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy provides an extensive glossary of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. The book includes definitions of philosophical ideas linked to the national traditions of:
* Persia * India * Islamic world * China * Japan * Tibet including concepts from: * Zoroastrianism * Hinduism * Sufism * Islam * Confucianism * Shintoism * Taoism * Buddhism Each entry includes a guide for further reading and critical analysis, and is cross-referenced with associated concepts and is in easy-to-use A-Z... Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy provides an extensive glossary of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. The book include...
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The Limits of Thought: Discussions Between J. Krishnamurti and David Bohm
ISBN: 9780415193986 / Angielski / Miękka / 144 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Limits of Thought is a series of penetrating dialogues between the great spiritual leader, J. Krishnamurti and the renowned physicist, David Bohm.
The starting point of their engaging exchange is the question: If truth is something different than reality, then what place has action in daily life in relation to truth and reality? We see Bohm and Krishnamurti explore the nature of consciousness and the condition of humanity. These enlightening dialogues address issues of truth, desire awareness, tradition, and love. Limits of Thought is an important book by two very... The Limits of Thought is a series of penetrating dialogues between the great spiritual leader, J. Krishnamurti and the renowned physicist, Da...
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History of Chinese Political Thought : During the Early Tsin Period
ISBN: 9780415225328 / Angielski / Twarda / 210 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
First published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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Rethinking Identity in Modern Japan: Nationalism as Aesthetics
ISBN: 9780415235211 / Angielski / Twarda / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This volume is a major reconsideration of Japanese late modernity and national hegemony which examines the creative and academic works of a number of influential Japanese thinkers. The author situates the process of Japanese knowledge production in the interface between the immediate historical and the wider socio-economic and politico-cultural contexts accompanying the Japanese post-war experience of modernity.
This book will be of great value to anyone interested in the history of contemporary Japanese culture and society. This volume is a major reconsideration of Japanese late modernity and national hegemony which examines the creative and academic works of a number of ...
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760,80 zł |
Philosophy in Classical India: An Introduction and Analysis
ISBN: 9780415240345 / Angielski / Twarda / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Bringing the analytical approach of modern philosophy to bear upon the literature of ancient and classical India, this work explains and explores the central methods, concepts and devices of the Indian philosophical tradition. It focuses on the rational principles of Indian philosophical theory, rather than the mysticism more usually associated with it. Ganeri asks what are the philosophical projects of a number of major Indian philosophers and what are the methods of rational inquiry deployed in pursuit of those projects. In so doing, he illuminates a network of mutual reference and...
Bringing the analytical approach of modern philosophy to bear upon the literature of ancient and classical India, this work explains and explores the ...
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708,33 zł |
Philosophy in Classical India: An Introduction and Analysis
ISBN: 9780415240352 / Angielski / Miękka / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Bringing the analytical approach of modern philosophy to bear upon the literature of ancient and classical India, this work explains and explores the central methods, concepts and devices of the Indian philosophical tradition. It focuses on the rational principles of Indian philosophical theory, rather than the mysticism more usually associated with it. Ganeri asks what are the philosophical projects of a number of major Indian philosophers and what are the methods of rational inquiry deployed in pursuit of those projects. In so doing, he illuminates a network of mutual reference and...
Bringing the analytical approach of modern philosophy to bear upon the literature of ancient and classical India, this work explains and explores the ...
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283,28 zł |
The Mind of Mencius : Political Economy Founded Upon Moral Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415244886 / Angielski / Twarda / 291 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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The Sarva-Darsana-Pamgraha : Or Review of the Different Systems of Hindu Philosophy
ISBN: 9780415245173 / Angielski / Twarda / 296 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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Yoga as Philosophy and Religion
ISBN: 9780415245180 / Angielski / Twarda / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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Hindu Philosophy : Bhagavad Gita or, The Sacred Lay
ISBN: 9780415245203 / Angielski / Twarda / 216 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
First Published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
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