Aquinas
A Beginner's Guide
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Oneworld Publications
Published:1st Sep '09
Should be back in stock very soon
Charting the life and thought of this hugely influential medieval thinker.
In this multifaceted introduction to the renowned thinker, Edward Feser shows how Thomas Aquinas’s works are as relevant today as when they were written.
The ultimate introduction to the greatest medieval philosopher, Saint Thomas Aquinas
“At last. A concise, accessible and compelling introduction to Aquinas’s thought.” Kelly James Clark, Professor of Philosophy, Calvin College
The greatest of the medieval philosophers, Thomas Aquinas sought to reconcile Christian doctrine with the classical philosophy of Aristotle and Plato. As controversial in his time as he is influential today, Aquinas is perhaps best known for his “Five Ways”, a collection of ingenious – but often misunderstood – arguments for the existence of God.
In this multifaceted introduction to the renowned thinker, Edward Feser shows how Aquinas’s works are as relevant today as when they were written. Defending his ideas from modern misrepresentation, Feser introduces the great Saint’s views on metaphysics, ethics, psychology, and philosophy of religion. Arguing that Aquinas’s thought avoids many of the pitfalls of contemporary philosophy, this comprehensive volume will captivate both the seasoned “Thomist” and the absolute novice.
"Feser is perhaps the best Thomistic philosopher in the USA."
* Christopher Malloy, Associate Professor of Theology, University of Dallas *"A breath of fresh air... Feser does yeoman's work in offering a clear and concise presentation of what can be very difficult to understand for the beginner."
* Francis J. Beckwith, author of Philosophia Christi *"Superb... [Feser] gives the clearest, most helpful account of the famous Five Ways, the proofs St. Thomas gives for the existence of God, that I've read."
* R. R. Reno, Professor of Theology, Creighton University *"Rigorous and accessible philosophy at its best. Even seasoned Thomists will benefit."
* Ryan Anderson, author of First Things *"A useful and easy to read introduction. Students and scholars will find [this] highly beneficial." - Fulvio di Blasi, President, Thomas International "Lucid, cogent, and compelling. Required reading for anyone interested in Thomas Aquinas." - Christopher Kaczor, Christopher Kaczor, Associate Professor of Philosophy, Loyola Marymount University "At last. A concise, accessible and compelling introduction to Aquinas's thought. Feser shows that Aquinas's philosophy is still a live option for thinkers today."
-- Kelly James Clark, Professor of Philosophy, Calvin ColISBN: 9781851686902
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 15mm
Weight: unknown
224 pages