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OverviewUnderstand Humanism is the definitive introduction to this diverse and increasingly prominent philosophy. This guide teaches you everything you need to know about humanism, from it's ancient origins and key figures, to humanist answers to pressing modern issues, like climate change and identity politics. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mark VernonPublisher: John Murray Press Imprint: Teach Yourself Dimensions: Width: 12.90cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 19.80cm Weight: 0.220kg ISBN: 9781444103502ISBN 10: 1444103504 Pages: 272 Publication Date: 25 June 2010 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents: Acknowledgements : Foreward : Introduction : 01 Classical antecedents : 02 Renaissance humanism : 03 Enlightenment humanism : 04 Contemporary humanism 1: Marxism, utilitarianism and pragmatism : 05 Contemporary humanism 2: existentialists and 'anti-humanists' : 06 Contemporary humanism 3: Darwin, organised humanism and Christians : 07 Ten pressing issues : 08 Humanism as a way of life : GlossaryReviewsAuthor InformationMark Vernon is a writer and journalist. He is an honorary research fellow at Birkbeck College, London and has a PhD in philosophy. He was previously a priest in the Church of England. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |