Format:
Online-Ressource (vii, 133 p)
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24 cm
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2009 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
ISBN:
0253215315
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025334106X
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9780253109187
Content:
In this accessible book, Barry Hallen discusses the major ideas, figures, and schools of thought in African philosophy. While drawing out critical issues in the formation of African philosophy, Hallen focuses on the recent scholarship, current issues, and relevant debates that have made African philosophy an important key to understanding the rich and complex cultural heritage of Africa. Hallen builds upon Africa's connections with Western philosophical traditions and explores African contributions to cul
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 115-130) and index
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Contents; Introduction; 1. The Historical Perspective; 2. Twentieth-Century Origins; 3. Rationality as Culturally Universal; 4. Rationality as Culturally Relative; 5. Ethnophilosophy and Philosophical Sagacity; 6. Phenomenology and Hermeneutics; 7. Socialism and Marxism; 8. Philosophy and Culture; 9. Histories, Anthologies, Introductions to African Philosophy, Journals, and Web Sites; Conclusion; Bibliography; Index; About the Author
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Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9780253341068
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe A Short History of African Philosophy
Language:
English
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