Brown offers close textual analysis of Hegel's theory of modality (actuality, possibility, necessity, contingency). It situates Hegel within historical and contemporary debates about metaphysics, bringing him into dialogue with Aristotle, Leibniz, Kant, Heidegger, and Agamben. It is of benefit to anyone interested in the history of possibility.
Most of the major schools of contemporary philosophy, from Marxism to Existentialism, are reactions to Hegelianism and all, if they are to be understood, require some understanding of Hegel's "Logic". First published in 1812, this work deals with Hegel's system.
What factors led to the 'Martian panic' of 1938? Why did so many people conclude that an alien spaceship crashed in Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947? This book demonstrates how the tools of critical thinking can help reveal the truth behind strange events and seemingly mysterious behavior.
A Critical Thinker's Guide to Asking the Right Questions
In this witty, incisive guide to critical thinking the author provides you with the tools to allow you to question beliefs and assumptions held by those who claim to know what they're talking about.
A Critical Thinker's Guide to Asking the Right Questions
A guide to critical thinking that provides you with the tools to allow you question beliefs and assumptions held by those who claim to know what they're talking about - from politicians and lawyers to bankers, doctors, and even your boss.
Informal Logical Fallacies: A Brief Guide is a systematic and concise introduction to more than fifty logical fallacies. This revised edition includes updated examples, exercises, and a new chapter on non-Western logical fallacies.
In the first book-length study of Derrida and the question of history, and in response to the 2016 publication of Derrida's 1964-1965 seminar on Heidegger and history, Sean Gaston explores Derrida's own political responses to the historical events of his time. He argues that contemporary philosophy can provide a basis for thinking about history.
In the first book-length study of Derrida and the question of history, and in response to the 2016 publication of Derrida's 1964-1965 seminar on Heidegger and history, Sean Gaston explores Derrida's own political responses to the historical events of his time. He argues that contemporary philosophy can provide a basis for thinking about history.
This 4 page laminated study guide contains fundamental logic definitions and analysis which is specifically designed to aid science students. Topics covered include: basic elements, truth table & tree methods, rules of inference & replacements, forms of statements, enthymemes, sorites and much more.
