This well-structured overview begins with an historical study of philosophy, tracing the evolution of philosophical problems from their simplest origins, and continues with an analysis of the more concrete problems about man himself. The more abstract problems of man and his relation to the world around him make up the final study of this book.
Sullivan works in the great classical, realist tradition of Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Aquinas, and their modern-day inheritors, exposing the perennially valid and vital principles of philosophy and emphasizing the profound moral and social implications of these principles. He respects the distinction between natural and revealed wisdom, but does not hesitate to point out how the conclusions of philosophy are complemented by the truths of revelation.
An Introduction to Philosophy clearly demonstrates that philosophy is a good deal more than a classroom exercise.
- Author:
- Daniel J. Sullivan
- Imprint:
- TAN Books
- Pages:
- 312
- Publication Date:
- 1/1/1957
- Product Format:
- Paperbound
- Pdf:
- https://tanbooks.com/content/AnIntroductionToPhilosophy_Preview.pdf
- Height:
- 8.50
- Width:
- 5.50
5 Reviews
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Fascinating perspective
This book offers fascinating perspectives of life, God, and the universe as a whole. I will cherish this resource for years to come. Highly recommend.
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This 1957 masterpiece can help beleaguered conservative and pro-life people in 2023 understand how leftists attempt to destroy contemporary society.
Though brief for an introduction to a major field of study (280 pages of text, followed by extensive reading lists and an index), Sullivans work takes time to read, digest, and understand, so prepare at least a month for delving into his summary of 2,500 years of Western philosophy. The presence of an index is a major benefit. As many TAN Books customers know, works published by this firm often do not have indices, making it extremely difficult for students and faculty to conduct research without wasting time flipping through pages.
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A Great Beginning!
In a world of "I think; therefore it is," a return to classical realism is called for. To recover sanity, we must get out of our heads and seek what is real. This introduction is a great beginning on this journey. I highly recommend it to all seekers of God's face in creation. Let;s call it a "wake-up call" for the Woke.
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An Introduction to Philosophy: Perennial Principles of the Classical Realist Tradition
Clear, concise, and very readable. Solid intro text for the layman.
