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Philosophy in Conflict: A Guide to History's Greatest Debates
Paperback
Publisher Price: $23.99
Publisher: Kbspublications
Published: Jun 30 2026
Pages: 210
Weight: 1.10
Height: 0.44 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Philosophy is born from conflict.
For centuries, the greatest thinkers have clashed over life's biggest questions: What is truth? How should we live? What is the nature of reality, the self, and knowledge itself? Philosophy in Conflict brings these epic intellectual battles to life in clear, accessible prose.
In this compelling guide, you'll explore the turning points that shaped human thought-from the ancient world to the modern era. Witness Socrates dismantling the relativism of the Sophists, the explosive debates between Luther and Erasmus on free will, the profound clash between Shankara's non-dualism and Ramanuja's qualified non-dualism, the Stoics versus the Epicureans on the good life, and the revolutionary ideas of Kant, Hegel, Nietzsche, Marx, and more.
Each chapter examines a pivotal debate with balance and insight, revealing how disagreement and rebuttal have driven philosophy forward. With a focus on recurring themes-like the source of authority, the nature of the self, and the purpose of knowledge-this book illuminates the living, dynamic story of philosophy as a quest for truth.
Whether you're new to philosophy or a seasoned reader, this is your invitation to engage with history's most powerful ideas-and decide for yourself where the strongest arguments lie.
Perfect for readers who loved Discovering Philosophy and anyone seeking deeper understanding of Western and non-Western traditions. Philosophy advances through conflict. Discover the debates that still shape our world today.
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