Thoreau's Importance for Philosophy by Rick Anthony Furtak (English) Hardcover B

Description: Thoreau's Importance for Philosophy by Rick Anthony Furtak, Jonathan Ellsworth, James D. Reid Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Explains Thoreaus philosophical significance and argues that we can still learn from his polemical conception of philosophy Publisher Description The philosophical significance of Henry David Thoreaus life and writings is far from settled. Although his best-known book, Walden, is admired as a classic work of American literature, it has not yet been widely recognized as an important philosophical text. In fact, many members of the academic philosophical community in America would be reluctant to classify Thoreau as a philosopher at all. The purpose of this volume is to remedy this neglect, to explain Thoreaus philosophical significance, and to argue that we can still learn from his polemical conception of philosophy.Thoreau sought to establish philosophy as a way of life, and to root our philosophical, conceptual affairs in more practical or existential concerns. His work provides us with a sustained meditation on the appropriate conduct of life and the importance of leading our lives with integrity, avoiding what he calls "quiet desperation." The contributors to this volume approach Thoreaus writings from different angles, collectively bringing to light what, in his own distinctive and idiosyncratic way, this major American thinker has meant to multiple areas of philosophical inquiry, and why he is still relevant. They show how the imagination, according to Thoreau, might be related to the disclosure of truth; they illuminate the nuances of embodied consciousness and explore the links between moral character and scientific knowledge. They clarify Thoreaus project by locating it in relation to earlier philosophical authors and traditions, noting the ways in which he either anticipated or influenced a host of later thinkers. They explore his aesthetic views, his naturalism, his theory of self, his ethical principles, and his political stances. Most importantly, they show how Thoreau returns philosophy to its roots as the love of wisdom. Author Biography Rick Anthony Furtak (External Editor) Rick Anthony Furtak is Associate Professor of Philosophy at Colorado College.Jonathan Ellsworth (External Editor) Jonathan Ellsworth is an independent scholar in Santa Fe.James D. Reid (External Editor) James D. Reid teaches philosophy at the United States Air Force Academy. Details ISBN 0823239306 ISBN-13 9780823239306 Title Thoreau's Importance for Philosophy Author Rick Anthony Furtak, Jonathan Ellsworth, James D. Reid Format Hardcover Year 2012 Pages 314 Publisher Fordham University Press GE_Item_ID:137939458; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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