Exploring the tension between expert opinion and independent thought, this book delves into medieval philosophical perspectives to provide insights on how to evaluate the reliability of experts. It examines the criteria for discerning when to trust authoritative voices versus forming personal judgments, drawing on historical philosophical frameworks to inform contemporary debates about knowledge and belief.
Peter Adamson Pořadí knih (chronologicky)
Peter Scott Adamson is an academic philosopher specializing in ancient and medieval thought, particularly within late antiquity and the Islamic world. His work delves into the philosophical traditions that shaped these pivotal historical periods, offering insightful analyses of their enduring impact.






Classical Indian Philosophy
- 448 stránek
- 16 hodin čtení
Adamson and Ganeri present a lively introduction to one of the world's richest intellectual traditions: the philosophy of classical India. They guide us through such famous works as the Vedas and the Upanisads, and tell the stories of how Buddhism and Jainism developed. Anyone curious about South Asian philosophy can start here.
Medieval Philosophy
- 672 stránek
- 24 hodin čtení
Adamsom offers a lively and accessible tour through 600 years of intellectual history, offering a feast of new ideas in every area of philosophy. He introduces us to some of the greatest thinkers of the Western tradition including Abelard, Anselm, Aquinas, Hildegard of Bingen, and Julian of Norwich.
Philosophy in the Islamic World
- 544 stránek
- 20 hodin čtení
This is a well-written and interesting work . . . the author deserves credit for engaging with such a complex subject and making it accessible to the public. Muhammad Khan, The Muslim News
Philosophy in the Hellenistic and Roman Worlds
- 464 stránek
- 17 hodin čtení
one of the most accomplished and ambitious ventures in publishing . . . from the first volume onwards, a repeated refrain has been philosophers arguing that being a philosopher is the best choice in life. These books are so engaging, instructive and diverting it might almost make you believe that is true. The Scotsman
In this Very Short Introduction, Peter Adamson sheds light on the philosophical ideas that emerged in the Islamic world. From the beginnings of the tradition to the twenty first century, he traces the history of philosophy among those living in Islamic lands, highlighting its key themes and ongoing relevance to contemporary concerns.
Classical philosophy
- 368 stránek
- 13 hodin čtení
Early Greek philosophy -- Socrates and Plato -- Aristotle.
The Cambridge Companion to Arabic Philosophy
- 466 stránek
- 17 hodin čtení
This book offers an accessible introduction to Arabic philosophy, covering its evolution from the classical period to later Islamic thought. It features essays on key philosophers like al-Farabi, Avicenna, and Averroes, along with discussions on ethics, metaphysics, and connections to Greek and Jewish philosophy, supplemented by a bibliography and chronology.
The Tuscan Master
- 288 stránek
- 11 hodin čtení
Libro usado en buenas condiciones, por su antiguedad podria contener señales normales de uso
St. Andrews. City of Change
- 88 stránek
- 4 hodiny čtení



