Philosophy

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On these pages you will find information on the Routledge list which covers Ancient Philosophy, Critical Thinking, Epistemology, History of Philosophy, Logic, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Human Nature, Philosophy of Law, Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Science, Political Philosophy and more in the subject of Philosophy.

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Philosophy of Economics: A Contemporary Introduction

This book introduces the epistemological, metaphysical and ethical problems that arise in economics, and presents detailed discussions of the solutions that have been offered. It will provide an excellent introduction to the philosophy of economics for students and interested general readers alike. Request your complimentary exam copy today!
What is this thing called Philosophy of Language?

What is this thing called Philosophy of Language? is an indispensable introduction to those teaching philosophy of language and will be particularly useful for students coming to the subject for the first time. Request your complimentary exam copy today!

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Research & Reference

Knowledge, Virtue, and Action: Putting Epistemic Virtues to Work

This volume brings together recent work by leading and up-and-coming philosophers on the topic of virtue epistemology. The contributions here ask how epistemic virtues matter apart from any narrow concern with defining knowledge; they show how epistemic virtues figure in accounts of various aspects of our lives, with a special emphasis on our practical lives.
Routledge Library Editions: Philosophy of Religion

Reissuing seminal works originally published between 1901 and 1991, this set offers a selection of outstanding scholarship covering many aspects of philosophical enquiry into belief and faith. From classic works by Edward Westermarck, John Laird and G.D. Hicks to more recent investigations, this set contains important works by the likes of D.Z. Phillips, Frederick Ferré and A.C. Ewing making it an essential collection of these previously out-of-print works.

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General Interest

May Book of the Month: Virtue Ethics and Confucianism

This volume presents the fruits of an extended dialog among American and Chinese philosophers concerning the relations between virtue ethics and the Confucian tradition. Based on recent advances in English-language scholarship on and translation of Confucian philosophy, the book demonstrates that cross-tradition stimulus, challenge, and learning are now eminently possible.
May Series of the Month: Thinking in Action

Each book in the Thinking in Action series is written by a major international philosopher or thinker, engages with an important contemporary topic, and is clearly and accessibly written. Punchy, short, and stimulating, this series is indispensable for anyone who wants to think seriously about major issues confronting us today. Learn more about On Music by Theodore Gracyk: coming soon from the Thinking in Action series!

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Interview with Stephen Downes and Edouard Machery

Arguing About Human Nature, recently published in the Arguing About Philosophy series, covers recent debates – arising from biology, philosophy, psychology, and physical anthropology – that together systematically examine what it means to be human. Click here to read the full Q&A with Stephen Downes and Edouard Machery, the editors of this exciting new volume.
2013 Philosophy Catalog Now Available Online!

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