Philosophy of Action

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An Anthology

Series: Blackwell Philosophy Anthologies

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The Philosophy of Action delves into the nature of human actions, exploring what constitutes an action, the reasons behind them, and how they relate to intentions and outcomes. The book examines various philosophical theories about the mind, agency, and responsibility, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in decision-making and intentional behaviour. It's an engaging read for anyone interested in the philosophical underpinnings of human actions.
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This book may appeal to you if you are interested in understanding the complexities behind human actions and intentions through a philosophical lens. It's ideal for those who enjoy exploring questions about what motivates behaviour, how decisions are made, and the underlying principles of action. Whether you're a philosophy enthusiast or new to the subject, this book provides thought-provoking insights into the nature of human agency.

Philosophy of Action

Bringing together a selection of the most influential classic and contemporary essays on the subject from the 1960s to the present day by leading scholars, The Philosophy of Action: An Anthology answers a pressing need for an anthology in which many voices contribute to offer an introductory survey of the field.

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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 1960s 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. The book 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.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781118604519

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 February 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Contributors:

Edited by Constantine Sandis
Edited by Jonathan Dancy
Edited by Jonathan Dancy
Edited by Jonathan Dancy

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 188.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 726g

Pages: 432

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Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology Philosophy & Stoicism Series: Blackwell Philosophy Anthologies

About the Author

Jonathan Dancy is Professor of Philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin and at the University of Reading, UK. An internationally known specialist in ethics, epistemology, and early modern philosophy, Professor Dancy is author of five books: An Introduction to Contemporary Epistemology (Blackwell, 1985), Berkeley: an Introduction (Blackwell, 1987), Moral Reasons (Blackwell, 1993), Practical Reality (2000), and Ethics Without Principles (2004).

Constantine Sandis is Professor in Philosophy at Oxford Brookes University. He is the author of The Things We Do and Why We Do Them (2012) and the editor or co-editor of New Essays on Action Explanation (2009), A Companion to the Philosophy of Action (Wiley-Blackwell, 2010), Hegel on Action (2010), and Human Nature (2012).