Philosophy in History: Essays in the Historiography of Philosophy (Ideas in Context, Series Number 1)
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Book Synopsis: The sixteen essays in this volume confront the current debate about the relationship between philosophy and its history. On the one hand intellectual historians commonly accuse philosophers of writing bad - anachronistic - history of philosophy, and on the other, philosophers have accused intellectual historians of writing bad - antiquarian - history of philosophy. The essays here address this controversy and ask what purpose the history of philosophy should serve. Part I contains more purely theoretical and methodological discussion, of such questions as whether there are 'timeless' philosophical problems, whether the issues of one epoch are commensurable with those of another, and what style is appropriate to the historiography of the subject. The essays in Part II consider a number of case-histories. They present important revisionist scholarship and original contributions on topics drawn from ancient, early modern and more recent philosophy. All the essays have been specially commissioned, and the contributors include many of the leading figures in the field. The volume as a whole will be of vital interest to everyone concerned with the study of philosophy and of its history.
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Are you tired of reading dry, uninspiring history books that fail to bring philosophy to life? Look no further! "Philosophy in History: Essays in the Historiography of Philosophy" is here to change the game. Packed with sixteen engaging essays, this book will take you on a thrilling journey through the relationship between philosophy and its history.
Unlike other books that present a one-sided narrative, this volume tackles the current debate head-on. Intellectual historians often criticize philosophers for writing anachronistic history, while philosophers accuse intellectual historians of being stuck in the past. We address this controversy and explore the purpose the history of philosophy should truly serve.
Part I delves into theoretical and methodological discussions, tackling questions about timeless philosophical problems and the compatibility of different epochs' issues. We also explore the appropriate style for the historiography of philosophy. In Part II, we present captivating case-histories, featuring revisionist scholarship and original contributions from ancient, early modern, and more recent philosophy.
Get ready to dive deep into the world of philosophy with this specially commissioned volume. Assembled by leading figures in the field, each essay will challenge your thinking, spark your curiosity, and provide a fresh perspective on the subject. Whether you are a philosophy enthusiast or a history lover, this book is a must-have in your collection.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge. Embrace the stimulating fusion of philosophy and history found in "Philosophy in History: Essays in the Historiography of Philosophy." Order your copy now!
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