Description
Discover the profound insights of Thomas Aquinas with the 'Aquinas: Basic Works'. This invaluable collection gathers essential writings that delve into vital philosophical themes such as nature, being, essence, and ethics. Perfect for students and enthusiasts alike, this essential volume facilitates easy access to Aquinas's major discussions and theories. The expertly crafted translations maintain Aquinas's sharp and transparent style, ensuring clarity and consistency throughout the text. Highlights of 'Basic Works' include Eleonore Stump and Stephen Chanderbahn's translation of 'On the Principles of Nature', Peter King's interpretation of 'On Being and Essence', and Thomas Williams's translations of the treatises 'On Happiness' and 'On Human Acts' from 'Summa Theologiae'. This collection is expertly curated by Robert Pasnau and Jeffrey Hause, making it an indispensable resource for those wishing to explore Aquinas's views on divine and human nature, the nature of happiness, virtue theory, and natural law. Whether you are a philosophy student or simply someone interested in theological discussion, 'Aquinas: Basic Works' provides comprehensive access to the essentials of Aquinas's thought. Enhance your understanding of this significant philosopher and elevate your knowledge with this remarkable anthology. Ideal for academic and personal libraries, 'Basic Works' promises to be a timeless addition for anyone seeking to engage with the foundational texts of Western philosophy. Free shipping is available for this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Grab your brand new copy of 'Aquinas: Basic Works' today to start your philosophical journey.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781624661242
Year: 2014
Publisher: Hackett Publishing
Description:
Drawn from a wide range of writings and featuring state-of-the-art translations, Basic Works offersconvenient access to Thomas Aquinas' most important discussions of nature, being and essence,divine and human nature, and ethics and human action.The translations all capture Aquinas's sharp, transparent style and display terminologicalconsistency. Many were originally published in the acclaimed translation-cum-commentary series
The Hackett Aquinas, edited by Robert Pasnau and Jeffrey Hause. Others appear here for the firsttime: Eleonore Stump and Stephen Chanderbahn's translation of On the Principles of Nature,Peter King's translation of On Being and Essence, and Thomas Williams' translations of thetreatises On Happiness and On Human Acts from the Summa theologiae.Basic Works will enable students to immerse themselves in Aquinas's thought by offering hisfundamental works without internal abridgements. It will also appeal to anyone in search of anup-to-date, one-volume collection containing Aquinas' essential philosophical contributions—from the Five Ways to the immortality of the soul, and from the nature of happiness to virtuetheory, and on to natural law.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781624661242
Year: 2014
Publisher: Hackett Publishing
Description:
Drawn from a wide range of writings and featuring state-of-the-art translations, Basic Works offersconvenient access to Thomas Aquinas' most important discussions of nature, being and essence,divine and human nature, and ethics and human action.The translations all capture Aquinas's sharp, transparent style and display terminologicalconsistency. Many were originally published in the acclaimed translation-cum-commentary series
The Hackett Aquinas, edited by Robert Pasnau and Jeffrey Hause. Others appear here for the firsttime: Eleonore Stump and Stephen Chanderbahn's translation of On the Principles of Nature,Peter King's translation of On Being and Essence, and Thomas Williams' translations of thetreatises On Happiness and On Human Acts from the Summa theologiae.Basic Works will enable students to immerse themselves in Aquinas's thought by offering hisfundamental works without internal abridgements. It will also appeal to anyone in search of anup-to-date, one-volume collection containing Aquinas' essential philosophical contributions—from the Five Ways to the immortality of the soul, and from the nature of happiness to virtuetheory, and on to natural law.