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Philosophical Anthropology: An Introduction
This text, written by professors of philosophy at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross and the University of Trieste, examines the nature of the human person, the human condition, and what it means to be truly human.
Drawing from classical as well as modern philosophy and science, they present a comprehensive and fascinating reflection on human existence, especially characterized by the use of freedom.
Drawing from classical as well as modern philosophy and science, they present a comprehensive and fascinating reflection on human existence, especially characterized by the use of freedom.
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329 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 1, 2012
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February 16, 2019
Thorough and original
I used this book as the textbook for a series of classes on philosophical anthropology. It was rich in its references and clear in its explanations, such as the origins of man, the human soul, all with illuminating examples. Very Aristotelian, lots of reference to St. Thomas Aquinas, but also to more modern authors such as Romano Guardini, though not that many. The section on culture was more up to date, and the chapter on time and history, on biographical temporality were fascinating. I suppose it was to be expected that there were very few references to North American authors. Still, a highly recommended read that I will likely consult again years in the future.
I used this book as the textbook for a series of classes on philosophical anthropology. It was rich in its references and clear in its explanations, such as the origins of man, the human soul, all with illuminating examples. Very Aristotelian, lots of reference to St. Thomas Aquinas, but also to more modern authors such as Romano Guardini, though not that many. The section on culture was more up to date, and the chapter on time and history, on biographical temporality were fascinating. I suppose it was to be expected that there were very few references to North American authors. Still, a highly recommended read that I will likely consult again years in the future.
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