Comparative Philosophy and Method

Ralph Weber

ISBN 10: 1350297046 / ISBN 13: 9781350297043

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB, 2023

About this Item

Addressing arguments that comparative philosophy is itself impossible, or that it is indistinguishable from philosophy more generally, this collection challenges myopic understandings of comparative method and encourages a more informed consideration. Bringing together a wide variety of methodological options, it features scholars spread across the globe representing multiple philosophical traditions. From the beginnings of comparative philosophy in the 19th century to present-day proposals for more global philosophy departments, every chapter serves as a viable methodological alternative for any would-be philosophical comparativist. With contributions from leading comparativists that are both distinctive in their method and explicit about its application, this valuable resource challenges and enriches the awareness and sensitivity of the beginning comparativist and seasoned veteran alike.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Comparative Philosophy and Method
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB
• Publication Date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1350297046
• ISBN 13: 9781350297043
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 15.6W x 1.5H x 23.39D centimeters 15.6 centimeters width by 1.5 centimeters height by 23.39 centimeters depth
• Weight: 420 grams

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Synopsis

Addressing arguments that comparative philosophy is itself impossible, or that it is indistinguishable from philosophy more generally, this collection challenges myopic understandings of comparative method and encourages a more informed consideration. Bringing together a wide variety of methodological options, it features scholars spread across the globe representing multiple philosophical traditions. From the beginnings of comparative philosophy in the 19th century to present-day proposals for more global philosophy departments, every chapter serves as a viable methodological alternative for any would-be philosophical comparativist. With contributions from leading comparativists that are both distinctive in their method and explicit about its application, this valuable resource challenges and enriches the awareness and sensitivity of the beginning comparativist and seasoned veteran alike.

About the Authors

Steven Burik is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Singapore Management University, Singapore.

Robert Smid is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Curry College, USA.

Ralph Weber is Associate Professor of European Global Studies at University of Basel, Switzerland.