An abridged reprint of the Doubleday edition of 1976, with new preface and conclusion by the author.

Shedding light on the thought and interrelations of these writers, the collection also develops a set of provocative and forcefully-argued original theses, and encapsulates some of the central ideas of Solomon's most important books.

This engaging text covers philosophy's central topics through an exploration of timeless big questions such as the meaning of life, God, and morality, giving students of all backgrounds and interest levels an appealing, relevant context to ...

In this remarkable book, Robert Solomon shares his fascination with the emotions and illuminates our passions in an exciting new way.

Topics are arranged under big questions with each chapter's discussion of the selected big question self-contained so instructors can choose which, and in what order, topics are presented.

In keeping with his conviction that virtue and profit must thrive together, Solomon both examines the ways in which deficient values actually destroy businesses, and debunks the pervasive myths that encourageunethical business practices ...

"Good ethics", he concludes, "is good business". Extensive case studies, questionnaires, and problem-solving exercises make this an essential guide for business people.

By examining the ideas of great thinkers from Kafka to Socrates, this text arrives at an alternative vision of spirituality, one that is non-dogmatic and practical, that should appeal to many seekers looking to make sense of the human ...

The purpose of this book is to put the fun back into philosophy to recapture the heart-felt confusion and excitement that originally brings people to philosophy.

How can it be achieved and sustained? And, most importantly, how can it be regained once it has been broken? In Building Trust, Robert C. Solomon and Fernando Flores offer compelling answers to these questions.