Philosophy of Action: An Anthology

Book Overview

The Philosophy of Action: An Anthology is an authoritative collection of key work by top scholars, arranged thematically and accompanied by expert introductions written by the editors. This unique collection brings together a selection of the most influential essays from the 1960s to the present day. An invaluable collection that brings together a selection of the most important classic and contemporary articles in philosophy of action, from the 1960's to the present day No other broad-ranging and detailed coverage of this kind currently exists in the field Each themed section opens with a synoptic introduction and includes a comprehensive further reading list to guide students Includes sections on action and agency, willing and trying, intention and intentional action, acting for a reason, the explanation of action, and free agency and responsibility Written and organised in a style that allows it to be used as a primary teaching resource in its own right

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1118604512
• ISBN13: 9781118604519
• Release Date: February 2015
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.4" x 9.6"