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Philosopher Roger Scruton offers a wide-ranging perspective on philosophy, from logic to aesthetics, written in a lively and engaging way that is sure to stimulate debate. Rather than producing a survey of an academic discipline, Scruton reclaims philosophy for worldly concerns.

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Roger Scruton is the author of a number of books, including Modern Philosophy and A Short History of Philosophy. Formerly Professor of Aesthetics at Birkbeck College, London University, and a visiting professor at Boston University, he lives in Wiltshire, England.

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Paperback: 624 pages
Publisher: Penguin Books; Reprint edition (October 1, 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0140249079
ISBN-13: 978-0140249071
Product Dimensions: 5.1 x 1.3 x 7.7 inches
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Another adventure in advanced Scrutonizing! A Triumoh!

July 23, 2016

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Sir Roger is one of a kind: unbelievably talented Philosopher, Opera composer, Historian, Novelist,. Spiritual Teacher n- Just AMAZING!!!
The present book is an outstanding contribution to the unsuspecting student fearing the worst and found herself (sic!) confronted by this little jewel! If your even THINKING about reading it BUY IT now!

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Among the Very Best Overviews

December 5, 2005

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This books leaves me with mixed emotions. On the positive side, it's the only book I know of its kind, covering almost every topic of modern philosophy. And, for the most part, it is highly accessible and remarkably clear (philosophy of language can be opaque, but that's inherent in the field). On the con side, not enough attention is paid to ethics and politics (Scruton himself is somewhat of a conservative/communitarian), and the topic of aesthetics could have been more informative. Another con is that Scruton tells the reader in advance that his own opinion will seep into the discussion, but that he'll designate it as such. Well, yes, his opinion does creep in, but it's rarely distinguished as his own. Yet, for all these quibbles, I cannot imagine a better introduction to the discipline of philosophy as it is practiced in Anglo-American circles - but without the arcane and often obtuse language. It is remarkably broad in scope, accurate in depiction, clearly mapped, and fairly thorough for an overview. If one wants an introduction into how Angophone philosophy is practiced, I cannot recommend a better book.

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Fernando Villanueva

October 15, 2015

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If you want to contrast modern (From XV,XVI) philosopher's ideas (Author's included) I think this book is a good work. You'll avoid the, to me too much, work of going one by one; Easy to learn this way.

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June 7, 2016

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Great survey. Presupposes at least a basic familiarity with philosophy.

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August 27, 2015

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excellent!

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Difficult but Great Survey

June 15, 2013

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Covers classic and modern general aspects of 'received' philosophical viewpoints, in a moderately difficult reading; Looking forward to finishing it;

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January 26, 2015

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Good for the philosophy student both formal and informal.

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A master articulation of the state of philosophy

June 24, 2010

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Whether you agree or not with his politics, Scruton has done an indisputably great job in this book surveying, expressing, and relating all the various currents in modern philosophy. He is especially sensitive to the modern divide of the science-oriented, analytic, anglophone tradition from the humanities-oriented, phenomenological, continental tradition, appreciating and criticizing each in turn. And it's an absolute delight to read, which is saying a lot for modern philosophy!

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Not Suitable for the Beginning, or Even Advanced Beginning, Student of Philosophy.

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An excellent overview from the Anglo Establishment POV

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