Mad Shepherds; From the Human End, a Collection of Essays on Urgent Questions of the Day; Philosophers in Trouble, a Volume of Stories (Classic Reprint)

Explore how science and humanism clash and cooperate in a bold collection of essays.

This volume gathers prompts and reflections on urgent questions of the day. It examines how different ways of thinking—scientific reasoning and humane concerns—shape duty, government, and personal freedom. With clear language and concrete examples, the author invites readers to weigh ideas rather than accept easy answers.

• Compare the clash and cooperation between science and humanism
• Consider how ideas about duty, liberty, and education shape society
• Reflect on how culture, war, and progress influence personal choices
• See how gratitude and memory color our ethical judgments