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Book Synopsis: The concept of the soul is accepted in many religious traditions and widely used in fictional worlds, and yet the idea that we are anything more than physio-chemical organisms seems out of step with contemporary secular thinking. Scratch the surface of western philosophy, however, and you find a history filled with arguments in favour of the idea that we are embodied souls.
This book provides a clear and concise history of the soul, from Plato to cutting-edge contemporary work in philosophy of mind. Taking in the arguments of influential thinkers, such as Aristotle, Aquinas, Descartes, and Hume, Goetz and Taliaferro tackle key issues, such as the problem of mind-body interaction, the causal closure of the physical world, and the philosophical implications of the brain sciences for the soul's existence.
A Brief History of the Soul brings together historical and contemporary scholarship to examine one of the essential questions of our existence.
Stewart Goetz is Ross Frederick Wicks Distinguished Professor in Philosophy and Religion at Ursinus College. He has written extensively on the philosophy of mind and action theory and his books include Freedom, Teleology, and Evil (2008), Naturalism (with Charles Taliaferro, 2008), and The Soul Hypothesis (edited with Mark Baker, 2011).
Charles Taliaferro is Professor of Philosophy at St. Olaf College. He is on the editorial board of the American Philosophical Quarterly, Religious Studies, Sophia, and Philosophy Compass. His books include Consciousness and the Mind of God (1994, 2004), Naturalism (with Stewart Goetz, 2008), A Companion to Philosophy of Religion, 2nd edition (edited with Paul Draper, Wiley-Blackwell, 2010), and The Image in Mind (with Jil Evans, 2010).
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Are you curious about the concept of the soul? Dive into the fascinating world of the soul with "A Brief History of the Soul." This thought-provoking book explores the idea of the soul from ancient philosophers like Plato to modern-day thinkers. Discover the arguments in favor of the existence of the soul and gain a deeper understanding of one of the essential questions of our existence.
Stewart Goetz and Charles Taliaferro, renowned philosophers, take you on a journey through time, exploring the views of influential thinkers such as Aristotle, Aquinas, Descartes, and Hume. They address pressing issues, including mind-body interaction and the philosophical implications of advances in brain sciences. With their extensive knowledge and expertise, Goetz and Taliaferro provide a clear and concise history of the soul, making this book a must-read for anyone seeking profound insights.
In "A Brief History of the Soul," you'll not only encounter the captivating ideas of prominent philosophers, but you'll also delve into cutting-edge contemporary work in the philosophy of mind. Experience the thrill of exploring different perspectives and expanding your understanding of our human nature.
Written by two distinguished philosophers, this book offers a unique blend of historical and contemporary scholarship. Stewart Goetz, the Ross Frederick Wicks Distinguished Professor in Philosophy and Religion at Ursinus College, has published extensively on the philosophy of mind and action theory. His co-author, Charles Taliaferro, is a Professor of Philosophy at St. Olaf College and a respected expert on consciousness and philosophy of religion.
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