Anthony Kenny
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Brief Encounters : Notes From A Philosopher’s Diary
$14.99Add to cartThroughout his long and distinguished career, Sir Anthony Kenny has encountered some of the most notable and influential leaders of the post-war world. In these brilliantly vivid vignettes Kenny offers telling and often unexpected insights into the achievements, flaws and foibles of sixty public figures–past and present–each of whom has contributed in decisive ways to British political, spiritual, and cultural heritage.
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Immanuel Kant : A Very Brief History
$13.99Add to cartThis brief historical introduction to Immanuel Kant explores the social, political and religious factors that formed the original context of his life and writings, and considers how those factors affected the way he was initially received. What was his impact on the world at the time and what were the key ideas and values connected with him? This second part explores the intellectual and cultural ‘afterlife’ of Immanuel Kant, and considers the ways in which his impact has lasted and been developed in different contexts by later generations. Why is he still considered important today? In what ways is his legacy contested or resisted? And what aspects of his legacy are likely to continue to influence the world in the future? The book has a brief chronology at the front plus a glossary of key terms and a list of further reading at the back.