Aristotle and the best kind of life in society
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Aristotle's definition of the purpose of the human being as an excellence. . Virtue.. Excellence by itself.. Excesses and deficiencies.. Aristotle being considered in opposition with Plato.. Habits and the nature of virtue.. The...»
An essay concerning Bloom's reading of the Republic
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The problem of Socrates. Comparing defences. Socrates' arguments in his defence saying no person wants what is bad for them. His defence of the philosophic lifestyle in general. Plato's defence of philosophy . Justifying the society...»
Thinking about schools: A philosophical assessment
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The need for a new philosophy of education. Theoretical framework. Pragmatism. Reconstructionism. A Proposal to rescue the public schools. Conclusion. Bibliography....»
Socialization of African American males
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Theoretical framework. Pragmatism. Reconstructionism. Agents of socialization. Rap music. Black barbershops. Public schools. Conclusion. Bibliography....»
Moral Philosophy: A Smorgasbord of Moral Philosophers
Synopsis abstract : «Aristotle, the man with a Grecian plan.. But how exactly does one flourish? . There is a difficulty with living Aristotle's life of contemplation.. The thought component of virtue revolves around what Aristotle describes as the Doctrine of the...»
How can MacIntyre claim that some traditions, but not others, can escape the problem of incommensurability in their moral reasoning?
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Determining how MacIntyre can claim that some theories can escape the problem of incommensurability.. MacIntyre's strong commitment to contextualism.. Criticisms of MacIntyre's work.. MacIntyre's rejection of modernity and its...»
The Degradation of Women in the Works of Ayn Rand
Synopsis abstract : «Beauty. Her characters. Herself. Intelligence. Her characters. Herself. Independence. Atheism. Submission. Sexual Dominance. Mental Dominance. Marriage. Cruelty. Conclusion. Bibliography....»
Why the Greeks?
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Technology and society.. Greece's rise above other civilizations.. The receptive impulse.. The creative impulse.. Greek Philosophy - aligned with the Christian worldview.. Conclusion.....»
Myth, the age of irrationalism, and the cult of celebrity.
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Myth in history and primitive cultures.. The universality of myth.. Myth replaced by Rationalism.. Socrates, doubting myth.. Plato, originating Rationalism.. Aristotle, perfecting Rationalism with Empiricism.. The downfall of...»
Moral and Overman - Study based on: Twilight of the Idols, or How to Philosophize with a Hammer By Friedrich Nietzsche
Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Use of the term overman.. Reference to democracy as the incarnation of the Christian virtues.. Nietzsche's criticism of Christian morals and all morals that tend to enslave man.. What Nietzsche values so much.. Constraining people to...»
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