The Philosopher: A History in Six Types

Justin E. H. SmithPrinceton University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0691178462

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The Philosopher: A History in Six Types

Justin E. H. SmithPrinceton University Press

ISBN-10: 0691178461 · ISBN-13: 978‑0691178462 · 2017

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Justin E. H. Smith traces the evolution of the philosopher as a social and intellectual archetype across diverse global traditions. By examining six distinct historical types, the author interrogates the shifting boundaries of the discipline and the enduring relevance of philosophical inquiry in the modern era.

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Publisher: Princeton University Press
Oct 31, 2017
Pages: 288Language: English

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Author: Justin E. H. Smith

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Inferred: Comparative PhilosophyInferred: History Of IdeasInferred: History Of PhilosophyInferred: Intellectual HistoryInferred: Philosophy And Social SciencesInferred: Sociology Of KnowledgeInferred: Global History

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