Cross-Tradition Engagement in Philosophy: A Constructive-Engagement Account

This book provides a systematic and pluralist account of how cross-tradition engagement in philosophy is possible. It explores fundamental theoretical and methodological issues in engagement and interpretation, and analyzes representative case studies that demonstrate how resources in the Western and Chinese philosophical traditions can constructively engage with each other. The book aims to expand the vision, coverage, and agenda of comparative philosophy and promote worldwide joint efforts in philosophical inquiries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book presents a comprehensive and constructive account of how cross-tradition engagement in philosophy can be achieved. Its main objective is to explore the possibilities of dialogue and mutual learning between different philosophical traditions, with the ultimate goal of contributing to the contemporary development of philosophy.

In Part I of the book, the author, Bo Mou, delves into a range of fundamental theoretical and methodological issues related to cross-tradition philosophical engagement. He examines the challenges and opportunities that arise when philosophers from different traditions engage with each other, and discusses the key principles and strategies that can guide this process.

Part II of the book presents several representative case studies that demonstrate how relevant resources in the Western and Chinese philosophical traditions can constructively engage with each other. These studies cover a wide range of philosophical topics, including philosophical methodology, metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of language and logic, and ethics. By analyzing these case studies, the author shows how different philosophical perspectives can be combined and integrated to address complex philosophical problems and advance our understanding of the world.

The theoretical and practical approaches presented in this book expand the vision, coverage, and agenda of doing philosophy comparatively. It encourages scholars and researchers to engage with philosophical traditions beyond their own, fostering a deeper understanding of the richness and diversity of philosophical thought. Cross-Tradition Engagement in Philosophy will be of interest to graduate students and scholars interested in comparative philosophy and the intersection of Chinese and Western philosophy. It will also appeal to those who are interested in the ways in which cross-tradition philosophical engagement can enhance contemporary philosophical debates in metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of language and logic, and ethics.

In conclusion, this book offers a valuable contribution to the field of comparative philosophy and provides a roadmap for engaging with different philosophical traditions in a constructive and meaningful way. By promoting dialogue, mutual learning, and collaboration, it seeks to advance our understanding of philosophy and contribute to the development of a more inclusive and interdisciplinary field.

Weight: 830g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032336466