Rowman & Littlefield Publishers Philosophical Essays

Antony Flew is one of the most well-known and respected philosophers alive today. In Philosophical Essays, twelve of Flew's most significant works are gathered together for the first time, creating a unique and valuable collection. The book begins with a new autobiographical sketch of Flew's life and career. In addition to some of the distinguished scholar's most influential and famous articles, Philosophical Essays includes a number of rare works that have not been available to a wide audience until now. This important book will be an essential addition to the library of any philosopher. Review In the opening essay, comissioned for this volume, Flew traces the lineage and significance of Oxford Linguistic Philosophy and in a concluding afterward, titled A Philosopher's Apology, Flew waxes autobiographical in his trademark style. This selection of essays conveys the power of Flew's writtings. Upper-division undergraduates, graduate students, and practitioners.--D. Geivett, Biola University "CHOICE " About the Author Antony Flew is Emeritus Professor of Philosophy at the University of Reading in England. He is the author of more than twenty books, including Hume's Philosophy of Belief (Routledge). John Shosky is Assistant Professor of Philosophy at American University. He is the editor of Philosophy, Theology, and Justice: Essays on the Philosophy of Antony Flew.