Philosophy in the New Century (Continuum Compact)

by Anthony O'Hear

In this powerful re-examination of the purpose and direction of philosophy for the next century, Anthony O'Hear engages with our most pressing questions: Is there knowledge outside of science? Does religion still have meaning and coherence today? What is beauty, and why do so few contemporary artists believe in it? Contemporary philosophy mostly divides into the technical approach of the Anglo-Americans, which is inaccessible to most, and the oracular...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0826471323
• ISBN13: 9780826471321
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 7.1"