Books matching: transcendental philosophy
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Save:A groundbreaking, idea-driven classic that's more manifesto than novel - worth reading if you're interested in utopian visions and social critique, but be ready for debate, not action.
I FIRST saw the light in the city of Boston in the year 1857. “What!” you say, “eighteen fifty-seven? That is an odd slip. He means nineteen fifty-seven, of course.” I beg pardon, but there is no mist... Shorter than Kant's big books but still a challenge - rewarding for the patient and philosophically curious, but a tough nut for beginners without guidance.
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Save:Intellectually essential but notoriously tough - approach with patience, notes, and plenty of coffee. If you stick with it, you’ll glimpse the roots of modern philosophy. If not, you’re definitely not alone!
Within a few years of the publication of his Critique of Pure Reason in 1781, Immanuel Kant (1724-1804) was recognized by his contemporaries as one of the seminal philosophers of modern times – indeed... - #4
Save:Walden Two is a fascinating blueprint for a better society, but it's more of a cerebral journey than an emotional one - a utopian 'what if' best enjoyed by those intrigued by big ideas and social experiments.
HE TURNED up one day in the doorway of my office. He was already out of uniform, but he had not yet lost the leathery tan which testified to his military service. He was tall and fair and he had the p... - #5
Save:'Difference and Repetition' by Gilles Deleuze is a revolutionary work that challenges traditional representational thinking and introduces the concept of Difference as the foundation for a new form of thought. Deleuze explores the discord of faculties, the fusion of limits, and the violence inherent in true thinking, advocating for a radical, nomadic approach that breaks free from common sense and embraces the chaotic and creative nature of thought. Through a critique of Kant and Plato, Deleuze exposes the illusions of transcendental conceptualization and calls for a shift towards a transcendental empiricism grounded in sensation and the encounter with the being of the sensible.
Deleuze's writing style in 'Difference and Repetition' is characterized by its complexity and depth, challenging readers to rethink fundamental philosophical concepts and engage with the text on a deeper level. The book delves into the nature of truth, recognition, and good will, presenting a new ontology that redefines traditional philosophical frameworks and encourages a more adventurous and open approach to philosophical inquiry.
Repetition and generality: first distinction from the point of View of conduct - The two orders of generality: resemblance and equality - Second distinction, from the point of view of law - Repetition... - #6
Save:A flowery, philosophical love letter to nature and humanity’s place in it - timeless for the dreamy and the contemplative, but not the easiest read for those who want clear, step-by-step reasoning.
TO go into solitude, a man needs to retire as much from his chamber as from society. I am not solitary whilst I read and write, though nobody is with me. But if a man would be alone, let him look at t... - #7
Save:A deeply honest, endlessly quotable window into the mind of a philosopher-king, 'Meditations' is reflective and empowering - essential reading for seekers of wisdom, but best enjoyed in small, thoughtful doses.
3. My mother set me an example of piety and generosity, avoidance of all uncharitableness – not in actions only, but in thought as well – and a simplicity of life quite unlike the usual habits of the... - #8
Save:A fascinating, off-beat journey into the mind of a modern hermit, with plenty to ponder about solitude and society - but the ethical gray areas and the author’s presence may not work for everyone.
The trees are mostly skinny where the hermit lives, but they’re tangled over giant boulders with deadfall everywhere like pick-up sticks. There are no trails. Navigation, for nearly everyone, is a thr... - #9
Save:A thoughtful, if less whimsical, companion to 'The Tao of Pooh.' Great for curious minds interested in philosophy, but be prepared for heavier musings and occasional tangents.
The Tao of Pooh began as a reaction to what I considered an unfortunate situation. English-language writings on the Chinese philosophy of Taoism-which, I had come to realize, was far more than “Chines... - #10
Save:A fun, whimsical introduction to Taoism that doubles as a love letter to Pooh Bear - best approached with an open mind and a taste for gentle, simple wisdom.
Let's imagine that we have walked down a narrow sheet in a large Chinese city and have found a small shop that sells scrolls painted in the classic manner. We go inside and ask to be shown something a...
