A Philosopher's Journey : Essays From Six Decades
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| Title: | A Philosopher's Journey : Essays From Six Decades |
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| Description: | For over fifty years Steven M. Cahn has been a prolific contributor to discussions of philosophical and educational issues. In this volume he has chosen his favorite articles from the 1960s to the present, reflecting his long-standing interests in the concept of free will, the rationality of religious belief, the insights of John Dewey, the affirmative action debate, the aims of higher education, and the nature of living well. Also included are several philosophical puzzles. Professor Cahn is a noted teacher and lecturer, and these essays reflect his skills at explaining complex ideas with clarity and defending challenging positions with cogency. His work demonstrates how philosophical inquiry can be both engaging and enlightening. |
| Authors: | Steven M. Cahn |
| Resource Type: | eBook. |
| Subjects: | Education--Philosophy, Philosophy |
| Categories: | EDUCATION / Philosophy, Theory & Social Aspects, PHILOSOPHY / General, RELIGION / Philosophy |
| Database: | eBook Collection (EBSCOhost) |
| Abstract: | For over fifty years Steven M. Cahn has been a prolific contributor to discussions of philosophical and educational issues. In this volume he has chosen his favorite articles from the 1960s to the present, reflecting his long-standing interests in the concept of free will, the rationality of religious belief, the insights of John Dewey, the affirmative action debate, the aims of higher education, and the nature of living well. Also included are several philosophical puzzles. Professor Cahn is a noted teacher and lecturer, and these essays reflect his skills at explaining complex ideas with clarity and defending challenging positions with cogency. His work demonstrates how philosophical inquiry can be both engaging and enlightening. |
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| ISBN: | 9781725267916 9781725267923 9781725267930 |
