The Principles and Problems of Philosophy - Hardcover

Sellars, Roy Wood

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1025924584 ISBN 13: 9781025924588

Publisher: Tradd Street Press, 2026

Synopsis

"The Principles and Problems of Philosophy" offers a comprehensive and systematic introduction to the fundamental questions that have shaped human thought. Written by Roy Wood Sellars, a leading figure in the development of critical realism, this work serves as an essential guide through the intricate terrains of epistemology, metaphysics, and ethics. The text is designed to introduce readers to the core methods of philosophical inquiry, providing a clear and disciplined approach to understanding the nature of reality and the limits of human knowledge.

Throughout the work, Sellars examines the persistent challenges of the field, including the relationship between the physical world and mental experience, the foundations of moral judgment, and the evolution of logical reasoning. By balancing historical context with rigorous analytical thought, the author invites the reader to engage deeply with the problems of existence and perception. This book is not merely a survey of past ideas but an active investigation into how we construct meaning in a complex universe. "The Principles and Problems of Philosophy" remains an invaluable resource for students and scholars alike, prized for its clarity, its breadth of scope, and its enduring contribution to modern philosophical discourse.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1025924584
• ISBN 13: 9781025924588
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 534