Thought: A Philosophical History

The history of different forms of thinking and contemplation is an important but overlooked topic in philosophy. This collection explores the emergence of reflection, contemplation, critique, and analysis across different epochs, including canonical figures and debates in lesser-known areas. With twenty-two chapters by an international team of contributors, the volume is divided into five parts and is a valuable resource for researchers and students of philosophy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 326 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The study of the history of different forms of thinking and contemplation is a crucial aspect of philosophy, yet it often goes unnoticed. What does it mean to engage in philosophical thinking? How did various forms of thinking, such as reflection, contemplation, critique, and analysis, emerge throughout different eras? This collection presents a comprehensive and diverse exploration of the history of contemplation, spanning from classical times to the present day. It delves into the works of renowned philosophers such as Plato, Aristotle, Descartes, and Kant, as well as lesser-known figures in fields like classical Indian and Islamic thought and the role of speculation in twentieth-century Russian philosophy.

The book is organized into five parts:
• Flourishing and Thinking from Homer to Hume
• The Thinking of Thinking from Augustine to Gödel
• Images and Thinking from Plotinus to Unger
• Bodies of Thought and Habits of Thinking from Plato to Irigaray
• The Efficacy of Thinking from Sextus to Bataille

Thought: A Philosophical History is a groundbreaking work that provides a comprehensive examination of the history of philosophical thought and contemplation. It is an essential resource for scholars and students of philosophy, as well as those interested in the history of ideas, literature, religion, and sociology. By exploring the evolution of different forms of thinking and their impact on human understanding, this book offers valuable insights into the nature of philosophical inquiry and the enduring significance of philosophical thought.

Weight: 758g
Dimension: 183 x 253 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367000103