
This is an historically organized collection of readings from 15 thinkers, from Plato to the present, including non-western (Mencius) and feminist (de Beauvoir) texts. Helpful editorial features include introductions to each writer, discussion questions, annotated bibliographies, and a general introduction to reading philosophical texts.
This collection investigates the fundamental question of what constitutes human nature by examining diverse philosophical perspectives across history. Donald Abel, an experienced educator in the field of philosophy, curates this anthology to provide a structured overview of how various thinkers have defined the human condition. By pairing classical Western philosophy with non-Western and feminist critiques, the text establishes a comparative framework for students to evaluate competing theories of identity, morality, and social existence.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Educators frequently utilize this text as a foundational reader for undergraduate philosophy courses due to its balanced inclusion of diverse perspectives. Readers note that the editorial apparatus is particularly helpful for students who are new to the density of classical philosophical prose.
Page Count:
432
Publication Date:
1991-10-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Languages
ISBN-10:
0070000506
ISBN-13:
9780070000506
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