Polemical Papers
Essays on the Philosophy of Life and Death
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:30th Jun '20
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This collection of essays explores various contentious topics, showcasing Jenny Teichman's wit and critical approach to philosophical discourse in Polemical Papers.
Originally published in 1997, Polemical Papers presents a collection of insightful essays that tackle a variety of contentious issues. These non-technical writings span topics such as war and peace, love and sex, and the deeper meanings of life. Each essay is crafted to be accessible, appealing to both academic philosophers and a broader audience seeking to engage with these significant themes.
The essays included in Polemical Papers were written between 1979 and 1994, reflecting the author Jenny Teichman's unique perspective on human questions that resonate across different contexts. Teichman's writing is characterized by its wit and vigor, as she adeptly critiques the pretensions of established thinkers while providing her own thought-provoking insights. Her ability to blend humor with serious philosophical discourse makes this collection both entertaining and enlightening.
Readers can expect to find both amusement and instruction within these pages. Polemical Papers serves as a reminder of the importance of questioning established norms and engaging with the complexities of human experience. Teichman's essays encourage readers to think critically about the world around them, making this volume a valuable addition to anyone's literary collection.
’Jenny Teichman is a clear-eyed  philosophical polemicist who elegantly deconstructs many fashionable shibboleths, from euthanasia, abortion and Å’regenerative¹ cloning to free speech, moral relativism  --- and deconstruction itself.’ Peter Coleman , writer and editor. ’Jenny Teichman’s polemics are written with wit, gusto and a sinewy good sense. She is not afraid to take on big names, or to deal with big issues. She has a talent for puncturing the pretensions of highly reputable thinkers and even where her victims’ intellects match their reputations, she is still able to land some well-placed blows. There is much amusement to be derived from this book, and also much instruction.’ Nicholas Denyer, Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge ’...contains some of her witty and trenchant pieces and will be relished by connoisseurs.’ Jane Heal, Fellow of St John’s College, Cambridge ’...Teichman’s essays are models of philosophical sophistication and moral intelligence... It is one of Teichman’s great gifts as a philosopher to be able to write clearly not only about technical philosophical matters but also things that people actually care about.’ The American Spectator
ISBN: 9781138332270
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Weight: 330g
167 pages