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- Condition
- Very Good
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- Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Title
- The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism
- Weight
- 1 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9781119977179
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
1119977177
ISBN-13
9781119977179
eBay Product ID (ePID)
210246481
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
464 Pages
Publication Name
Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism
Language
English
Publication Year
2015
Subject
Religious, Movements / Humanism
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Philosophy
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
30.2 Oz
Item Length
9.6 in
Item Width
6.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2015-000044
Dewey Edition
23
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The
Reviews
"This volume brings together key figures in the study of humanism, and it offers tremendous insights and important perspective. It is must reading for anyone interested in understanding and contextualizing the significance and impact of humanist thought and praxis. I highly recommend it."-- Professor Anthony Pinn, Agnes Cullen Arnold Professor of Humanities, Rice University, Director of Research at the Institute for Humanist Studies, and editor of 'Humanism: what is it and why does it matter?' and 'Everyday Humanism' "As the president of a humanist association I welcome this volume, and as a working academic I'm excited to see the fertile territory of humanism marked out for greater study as a philosophy in its own right."-- Professor Jim Al-Khalili, President of the British Humanist Association " The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism is the new authoritative guide to the subject. A rapidly-growing worldwide alternative to religion, Humanism has emerged as the critical moral movement of our times. In this volume, for expert and novice alike, the latest thinking and research on the subject are opened up from historical, philosophical and moral standpoints. Chapters are organised around major themes, ranging from essential philosophical positions within Humanism, through Humanism's cultural origins and manifestations, and onto the implications of Humanism as an applied moral position in civil life, architecture, funerals and literature. The book finishes with six chapters on the role of humanism in key contested debates of our times - ranging from feminism to spirituality. With specialist contributors providing detailed accounts in their fields, each chapter is written with a verve and insight that bowls the reader along. This is the essential book to make Humanism accessible to the modern reader."-- Professor Callum Brown FRSE, Professor of Late Modern European History and Convenor of the Humanist Studies Hub, University of Glasgow "Humanism is so often overlooked, but I believe it is both the most rational and positive philosophy for life. And it's not a new thing - the history of humanist thought is deep and inspiring. This volume makes it more accessible both to scholars and the general reader."-- Professor Alice Roberts, University of Birmingham "This is an inspiring book that covers all the important issues of 21st century Humanism. The book couples the academic insights of important scholars to their deep commitment to the Humanist cause. I recommend this book to all interested in learning about Humanism in an accessible, academic style and for use on my university as a thorough and fast introduction to current Humanism."-- Prof. Dr Gerty Lensvelt-Mulders, Vice-chancellor of the Humanist University of the Netherlands, Utrecht
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
144
Table Of Content
Notes on Contributors vii Foreword xi 1 What Is Humanism? 1 Andrew Copson Part I Essentials of Humanism 35 2 Naturalism 37 Brendan Larvor 3 Science, Reason, and Scepticism 55 Stephen Law 4 Death as Annihilation 72 Peter Cave 5 The Good and Worthwhile Life 87 A. C. Grayling Part II Diverse Manifestations 95 6 The Materialists of Classical India 97 Jeaneane Fowler 7 Humanism in the Classical World 119 Charles Freeman 8 Ancient China 133 Merv Fowler 9 Humanistic Thought in the Islamic World of the Middle Ages 153 Abdelilah Ljamai Part III Implications 171 10 Counselling and the Humanist Worldview 173 Carmen Schuhmann 11 Making a Home in This World: Humanism and Architecture 194 Ken Worpole 12 Humanist Ceremonies: The Case of Non-Religious Funerals in England 216 Matthew Engelke 13 Humanism and Education 234 John White 14 Humanism and the Political Order 255 Alan Haworth 15 Humanism in Recent English Fiction 280 Peter Faulkner Part IV Debates 303 16 Feminism and Humanism 305 Pauline Johnson 17 Life Without Meaning? 325 Richard Norman 18 Spirituality 347 Jeaneane Fowler 19 Is Humanism Too Optimistic? An Analysis of Religion as Religion 374 Paul Cliteur 20 Humanism, Moral Relativism, and Ethical Objectivity 403 John R. Shook 21 The Future of Humanism 426 Peter Derkx Index 440
Synopsis
The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism presents an edited collection of essays that explore the nature of Humanism as an approach to life, and a philosophical analysis of the key humanist propositions from naturalism and science to morality and meaning. Represents the first book of its kind to look at Humanism not just in terms of its theoretical underpinnings, but also its consequences and its diverse manifestations Features contributions from international and emerging scholars, plus renowned figures such as Stephen Law, Charles Freeman and Jeaneanne Fowler Presents Humanism as a positive alternative to theism Brings together the world's leading Humanist academics in one reference work, The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism presents a comprehensive collection of essays that explore the historical roots and contemporary expressions of Humanism. Readings address the nature of Humanism as an approach to life, and offer philosophical analyses of the key humanist propositions from naturalism and science to morality and meaning. In addition to such renowned academics as Stephen Law, Charles Freeman and Jeaneanne Fowler, many more established and emerging scholars contribute essays that explore and analyse the richly diverse manifestations of humanism that have emerged in myriad locales and contexts. Casting its net well beyond the usual modern Western narrative, we are shown how humanist expressions emerged in ancient India and China, and throughout the medieval Arabic world. Taking a landmark approach to the study of humanism, the collection features multidisciplinary explorations of the consequences of humanism as it relates to politics, education, psychology, architecture, and more. Up-to-date contributions also focus on the key controversies in the study of humanism, from the accusation of nihilism and place of spirituality to the objectivity of humanist moralities. Innovative and thought-provoking, The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism offers illuminating insights into the current thinking on the secular alternative to seeking meaning for our lives in today s complex world., The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Humanism presents an edited collection of essays that explore the nature of Humanism as an approach to life, and a philosophical analysis of the key humanist propositions from naturalism and science to morality and meaning.
LC Classification Number
B821.W447 2015
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