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Why Iris Murdoch Matters
Series: Why Philosophy Matters
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Why Iris Murdoch Matters
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In Why Iris Murdoch Matters, Gary Browning draws on as yet unpublished archival material to present an unrivalled overview of Murdoch's work and thought. Browning argues for Murdoch's position amongst the key theorists of modern life, and discusses in detail her engagement with the notion of late modernity. Her multiple perspectives on art, philosophy, religion, politics, and the self all relate to how she understands the nature of late modernity.
Browning lucidly illustrates that through both her thought and fiction we can grasp the significance of issues that remain of paramount importance today: the possibilities of a moral life without foundations, the meaning of philosophy in a post-metaphysical age, the prospects of politics without ideological certainties, and the significance of art after realism.
A totally original work arguing persuasively that Iris Murdoch not only matters but is absolutely central to how we think through the contemporary age.
Series: Why Philosophy Matters
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Professor Gary Browning's book explores Iris Murdoch's contributions to philosophy, emphasizing how her work critiques the abstraction of existential and analytic philosophies and seeks to reconnect with traditional values through the concept of goodness. It highlights the impact of Murdoch on notable philosophers and suggests that Browning's accessible writing might enhance her readership. The book is appreciated for its precise prose and is recommended for advanced students and general readers interested in expanding their understanding of Murdoch's philosophical and political significance.
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ISBN: 9781472574473
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 23 August 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 138.0mm
Height: 214.0mm
Weight: 320g
Pages: 248
About the Author
Gary Browning is Professor of Politics at Oxford Brookes University, UK where he is also Dean for Research in the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences.
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