Critique of Practical Reason by Immanuel Kant (English) Paperback Book

Description: Critique of Practical Reason by Immanuel Kant, J.H. Bernard This is the second of Kants three Critiques, one of his three major treatises on moral theory, and a seminal text in the history of moral philosophy. This edition places the main themes in the context of Kants moral theory and critical system. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The second of Kants three critiques, Critique of Practical Reason forms the center of Kantian philosophy; published in 1788, it is bookended by his Critique of Pure Reason and Critique of Judgement. With this work Kant establishes his role as a vindicator of the truth of Christianity; he approaches his proof by presenting positive affirmation of the immortality of the soul and the existence of God. The philosopher offers an argument concerning the summum bonum of life: people should not simply search after happiness, but follow the moral law and seek to become worthy of the happiness that God can bestow.This Critique comprises three sections: the Analytic, the Dialectic, and the Doctrine of Method. The Analytic defines the ultimate moral principle, the categorical imperative, and argues that to obey it is to exercise a freedom. The Dialectic make the assumption that immortality and God exist, arguing that pure practical reason falls into error when it expects perfection in this world; we should anticipate finding perfection in the next world, with Gods help. The final section, the Doctrine of Method, offers suggestions in educating people in the use of pure practical reason.A seminal text in the history of moral philosophy, this volume offers the most complete statement of Kants theory of free will and a full development of his practical metaphysics. Author Biography German philosopherImmanuel Kant (1724-1804) published his "Critique of Pure Reason" in 1781, the "Critique of Practical Reason" in 1788, and the "Critique of Judgment" in 1790. John T. Goldthwait is Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, State University of New York, Plattsburgh. Long Description This 1788 work, based on belief in the immortality of the soul and the existence of God, established Kant as a vindicator of the truth of Christianity. A seminal text in the history of moral philosophy, it offers the most complete statement of Kants theory of free will and a full development of his practical metaphysics. Details ISBN0486434451 Author J.H. Bernard Short Title CRITIQUE OF PRAC REASON Language English ISBN-10 0486434451 ISBN-13 9780486434452 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 170 Year 2004 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Birth 1724 Death 1804 DOI 10.1604/9780486434452 UK Release Date 2004-05-28 AU Release Date 2004-05-28 NZ Release Date 2004-05-28 US Release Date 2004-05-28 Pages 176 Publisher Dover Publications Inc. Series Dover Philosophical Classics Translator Thomas K. Abbott Publication Date 2004-05-28 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:7617480;

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