Oneworld publications okt 2009 (4 Ergebnisse)

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this clear and penetrating study, Ruth Kinna goes directly to the heart of this controversial ideology, explaining the influences that have shaped anarchism and the different tactics and strategies that have been used by anarchists throughout history to achieve their ends. Kinna covers themes both historical and acutely contemporary, including: Could anarchy ever really be a viable alternative to the state Can anarchist ideals ever be consistent with the justification of violence How has anarchism influenced the anti-globalization movement.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Six types of execution are practiced in the industrialized world, torture is openly sanctioned by the US, and infringements of people's civil liberties, such as racial profiling by the police, take place on a daily basis. Yet in 2005 only 61 per cent of the British voting public chose to stand up for their rights. When most people agree with the maxim 'innocent until proven guilty' but the British government is proposing to detain terror suspects for 42 days without charge, Tom Head asks, can we afford to be apathetic Explaining what civil liberties are and why they're worth defending, he covers key issues as how every ethnic group on Earth has been victimized by racist laws, how laws banning hate speech can become dangerous, and how you can make a difference.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What does classical music mean to the Western World How has it transformed over the centuries With such a rich tradition, what relevance does it have today Julian Johnson inspires readers to explore the field, and examines how music is related to some of the big ideas of Western experience including spirituality, emotion, the weight of history, and self identity.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Charting the life and thought of this hugely influential medieval thinker.The ultimate introduction to the greatest medieval philosopher, Saint Thomas Aquinas "At last. A concise, accessible and compelling introduction to Aquinas's thought." Kelly James Clark, Professor of Philosophy, Calvin College The greatest of the medieval philosophers, Thomas Aquinas sought to reconcile Christian doctrine with the classical philosophy of Aristotle and Plato. As controversial in his time as he is influential today, Aquinas is perhaps best known for his "Five Ways", a collection of ingenious but often misunderstood arguments for the existence of God. In this multifaceted introduction to the renowned thinker, Edward Feser shows how Aquinas's works are as relevant today as when they were written. Defending his ideas from modern misrepresentation, Feser introduces the great Saint's views on metaphysics, ethics, psychology, and philosophy of religion. Arguing that Aquinas's thought avoids many of the pitfalls of contemporary philosophy, this comprehensive volume will captivate both the seasoned "Thomist" and the absolute novice. …