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Discover 'The Rise of Realism', a groundbreaking exploration of realism in contemporary philosophy. This insightful book delves deep into the growing significance of realism within the continental tradition, a shift that has reshaped philosophical discourse. Written by prominent philosophers, this text examines the intertwined relationship between realism and materialism, paving the way for an updated understanding that bridges various philosophical positions. Covering topics from the diverse meanings of realism to spirited debates on object-oriented theories, this book provides a comprehensive overview of current trends in philosophical thought.
With engaging discussions that tackle the knowability of the real and the implications of scientific knowledge, 'The Rise of Realism' is essential reading for anyone keen on critical theory, continental philosophy, and the evolution of modern philosophical debates. Whether you are a student, scholar, or simply a philosophy enthusiast, this book offers valuable insights you won’t want to miss!
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ISBN: 9781509519033
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9781509519033
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240
Description:
Until quite recently, almost no philosophers trained in the continental tradition saw anything of value in realism. The situation in analytic philosophy was always different, but in continental philosophy realism was usually treated as a pseudo-problem. That is no longer the case.
In this provocative new book, two leading philosophers examine the remarkable rise of realism in the continental tradition. While exploring the similarities and differences in their own positions, they also consider the work of others and assess rival trends in contemporary philosophy. They begin by discussing the relation between realism and materialism, which DeLanda links closely but which Harman tries to separate. Part Two covers the many different meanings of realism, with the two authors working together to develop an expanded definition of the term. Part Three features a spirited exchange on the respective virtues and drawbacks of DeLanda's realism of attractors and singularities and Harman's object-oriented theory. Part Four shifts to the question of the knowability of the real, as the authors discuss whether scientific knowledge does full justice to reality. In Part Five, they shift the focus to space, time, and science more generally, and here Harman offers a defence of actor-network theory despite its obvious anti-realist elements.
Lively, accessible and engaging, this book is the best attempt so far to clarify the different paths for realism in continental philosophy. It will be of great value to students and scholars of continental philosophy and to anyone interested in the cutting-edge debates in philosophy and critical theory
With engaging discussions that tackle the knowability of the real and the implications of scientific knowledge, 'The Rise of Realism' is essential reading for anyone keen on critical theory, continental philosophy, and the evolution of modern philosophical debates. Whether you are a student, scholar, or simply a philosophy enthusiast, this book offers valuable insights you won’t want to miss!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509519033
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
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: 9781509519033
Year: 2017
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 240
Description:
Until quite recently, almost no philosophers trained in the continental tradition saw anything of value in realism. The situation in analytic philosophy was always different, but in continental philosophy realism was usually treated as a pseudo-problem. That is no longer the case.
In this provocative new book, two leading philosophers examine the remarkable rise of realism in the continental tradition. While exploring the similarities and differences in their own positions, they also consider the work of others and assess rival trends in contemporary philosophy. They begin by discussing the relation between realism and materialism, which DeLanda links closely but which Harman tries to separate. Part Two covers the many different meanings of realism, with the two authors working together to develop an expanded definition of the term. Part Three features a spirited exchange on the respective virtues and drawbacks of DeLanda's realism of attractors and singularities and Harman's object-oriented theory. Part Four shifts to the question of the knowability of the real, as the authors discuss whether scientific knowledge does full justice to reality. In Part Five, they shift the focus to space, time, and science more generally, and here Harman offers a defence of actor-network theory despite its obvious anti-realist elements.
Lively, accessible and engaging, this book is the best attempt so far to clarify the different paths for realism in continental philosophy. It will be of great value to students and scholars of continental philosophy and to anyone interested in the cutting-edge debates in philosophy and critical theory