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The Ascent of Man presents a groundbreaking philosophical examination of human nature through James F. Harris's innovative cluster theory. Rather than defining human nature solely through biological criteria, Harris argues that human nature functions as an emergent property supervening a constellation of characteristics. His framework allows for the possibility that individuals who are not biologically human may still possess human nature, whilst acknowledging significant overlap between biological humanity and the philosophical concept. Building on foundational insights from Plato's methodology of understanding essential properties, Harris develops a sophisticated theoretical model that moves beyond traditional definitions. This work offers philosophers, students, and general readers a rigorous yet accessible exploration of one of philosophy's most enduring questions: what truly constitutes human nature. Published by Routledge, this volume contributes significantly to Western philosophical discourse on human identity and essence.

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The Ascent of Man develops Harris's cluster theory, which defines human nature as an emergent property rather than a purely biological category.

Harris's framework allows non-biologically human individuals to possess human nature, expanding traditional philosophical definitions of humanity.

The book draws on Plato's methodology for understanding essential properties, grounding Harris's theory in classical philosophical tradition.

Published by Routledge, this philosophical work is designed for academic study and general readers interested in Western philosophy.

Harris addresses the overlap between biological humanity and philosophical human nature, clarifying how these concepts interact and diverge.

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20 September 2017
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